Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1596 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 10,0 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Make | Mazda |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Mazda |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil Type | ZJ20-18-100A |
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) are 0,27-0,33 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,27-0,33 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,27-0,33 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.9 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-80, with classification GL-4.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.0 litres.
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | ➞40°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-20, 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A3, A5 |
| Ambient temperature range | -25°C➞45°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SL/A3, A5 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 3.9 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-80 |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.9 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | ATF M-V |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 2.5 |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 4.5 |
| Coolant Type | FL22 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 6.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | ATF M-III/M-V |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) or 23,8 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm or 9,8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 23 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness after refacing - ventilated Front | 23,8 mm |
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 9 mm |
| Minimum disc thickness after refacing Rear | 9,8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc thickness variation Rear | 0,015 mm |
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
| Disc runout Rear | 0,05 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 2 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 2 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 2-6 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) uses a 12 V, 52 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (52) |
|---|
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| Idle speed and ignition timing | |
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 7/690 Not adjustable |
| Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpm | AT=8/750 Not adjustable |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 690±50 Not adjustable |
| Idle speed - alternative rpm | AT=750±50 Not adjustable |
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO | 0,5 Max Not adjustable |
| HC level at idle speed ppm | 100 |
| CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2 | 14,5-16 |
| O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2 | 0,1-0,5 |
| Increased idle speed for CO test rpm | 2400-3000 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,2 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 70/14/2500 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 10,3-14,7 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,3-3,8/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,90-1,10 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 80-84 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 3,5-4,3 |
|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 318/80 |
| Injector Ohm | 12,0 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | — |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | SK16PR-E13 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,2-1,4 |
Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Cylinder head | |
| Maximum bolt length | 130,2 mm |
| Tighten | 20±2 Nm |
| Tighten | 90±5° |
| Tighten | 90±5° |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — |
| View more information | — |
| Main bearings | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 23±3 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 10±1 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 36±5 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 100±3 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 22±4 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 162±5 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 55±5 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 13 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 9±1 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 23±3 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 43±3 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 45±6 Nm |
| Water pump | 22±3 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 18±4 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 21±4 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 10±1 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 10±1 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 20±3 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 39±10 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 27±7 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 13±3 Nm |
| Oil filter | 14±2 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 255±19 Nm |
| Bolts/nuts | |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 39±5 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | |
| Steering wheel | 48±7 Nm |
| Bolts/nuts | |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 90±15 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 44±6 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 28±2 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 91±11 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 28±2 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 68±8 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 5±1 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 5±1 Nm |
| Road wheels | 103±15 Nm |
Air conditioning
| No. of AC service connectors | 2 |
|---|---|
| Air conditioning restrictor type | Expansion valve |
| Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling | Yes |
| Compressor variable displacement solenoid | No |
| Air conditioning refrigerant Type | R134a |
| Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams | 480±25 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Atmos GU 10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 120 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Mazda 3 1.6?
The firing order for the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Mazda 3 1.6 take?
The Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) takes 3.9 litres of engine oil with the filter. See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
What are the valve clearances for the Mazda 3 1.6?
Valve clearances for the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) are 0,27-0,33 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 3 1.6?
Brake discs on the Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) or 23,8 mm (ventilated) front and 9 mm or 9,8 mm rear.
What battery does the Mazda 3 1.6 use?
The Mazda 3 1.6 (2009–2014) uses a 12 V, 52 Ah battery.