Mazda1995–1998Technical specifications

323 323F 1.7 Turbo: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.7-litre diesel (engine code 4EE1-T). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (4EE1-T) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 323 323F
Years: 1995–1998
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: 4EE1-T

Performance & efficiency

Power: 60 kW (82 hp)
Engine size: 1,686 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 22:1

All 89 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1686
Compression ratio :1	22

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Bosch
Fuel/injection pump assembly Type	VE
Pump type	Rotary

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) are 0,15 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,15 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,25 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞-20°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	-25°C➞30°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	-10°C➞35°C
Engine oil grade SAE	15W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	-10°C➞25°C
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Other lubricants and capacities
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	20 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	201,5 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front	0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	5-7

Service & electrical

Glow plugs

Glow plugs for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998): Champion CH97.

Glow plug - part no. Champion	CH97

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC	0,55
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC	—
Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Pointer/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm	830±50
Rated no load speed rpm	5100-5300
Oil temperature °C	60
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	780-880
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	5100-5300
Maximum time at governed speed secs	1,0
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%)	3,00 (73)
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)	2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) is 37-43 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew bolts	No
Tighten	37-43 Nm
Tighten	60°-75°
Tighten	60°-75°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	44 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	88 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	25 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	100°-115°
Oil pump to cylinder block	10 Nm
Sump bolts	10 Nm
Sump drain bolt	83 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	29 Nm+45°-60°
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	196 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	14 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	22 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	8 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	22-28 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	22-28 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	38-51 Nm
Injector/clamp	29 Nm
Injector pipe unions	24 Nm
Injector nozzle to holder	44 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	69 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange	20 Nm
Glow plugs	20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	236-318 Nm
Rear hub	177-235 Nm
Steering track rod end	43-56 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	53 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	53 Nm
Road wheels	88-127 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	750
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Atmos GU 10
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	175
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo?

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

What glow plugs does the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo use?

Glow plugs for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998): Champion CH97.

How much oil does the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo take?

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

What are the valve clearances for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo?

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) are 0,15 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo?

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) is 37-43 Nm.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo?

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 323F 1.7 Turbo (1995–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.