Mazda1994–1998Technical specifications

323 323F 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code KF). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (KF) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 323 323F
Years: 1994–1998
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: KF

Performance & efficiency

Power: 106 kW (144 hp)
Engine size: 1,995 cc
Cylinders: 6 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.5:1
Fuel system: Mazda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.0 litres

All 132 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1995
Compression ratio :1	9,5
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	ESA
Ignition system Description	Map-i
Trigger location	Distributor/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Mazda
Fuel system Type	EGI
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Primary resistance Ohm	0,49-0,73
Secondary resistance Ohm	20000-31000

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Firing order	1-2-3-4-5-6

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	Hydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	Hydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) takes 4.0 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 2.7 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞-20°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range	➞0°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range	-25°C➞30°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range	-25°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40, 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range	-10°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-40, 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SJ/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.0
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission litres	2.7
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron II
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	8.8
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	1.3-1.4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) 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 thickness variation Front	0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,015 mm
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

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 10°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing and idle speed
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±1/800

Battery

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) uses a 12 V, 55 Ah battery (reserve capacity 80 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/80 (55)

Spark plugs

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) uses NGK BKR6E-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BKR6E-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Autolite
Spark plug Type	APP3923
Electrode gap mm	1,0
Spark plugs Make	Beru
Spark plug Type	14FR-7DUX
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	FR78X
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RC8YCC4
Electrode gap mm	1,1
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BKR6E-11
Electrode gap mm	1,1

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing and idle speed
Tuning conditions	—
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Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	800±50
Oil temperature °C	60
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	2500-2800
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Minimum starting voltage V	8,0
Maximum cranking amps A	149-182
Alternator Make	Mitsubishi
Alternator output A/V/rpm	95/14/2000
Regulated voltage V	14,1-14,7

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,8-14,7
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,3-4,9/3000

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	5,0-6,3
System pressure bar	2,8-3,1
Regulated pressure with vacuum bar	2,0-2,4
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	280-350/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	520-580
Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm	10,7-12,3
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	6,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 23-26 Nm.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	135 mm
Tighten	23-26 Nm
Tighten	85°-90°
Tighten	85°-90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Big end bearings Stage 1	—
Big end bearings
Sump bolts	—
Sump bolts
Sump drain bolt	30-41 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	64 Nm/64 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	18-26 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	157-166 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	123-140 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	11-14 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	7-10 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	20-25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	15-25 Nm
Spark plugs	15-22 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	30-49 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	—
Front hub
Rear hub	—
Rear hub
Steering wheel	40-50 Nm
Steering track rod end	43-56 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	84-93 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	84-93 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	46-60 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	46-60 Nm
ABS sensor Front	19-25 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	19-25 Nm
Road wheels	88-127 Nm

Air conditioning

Refrigerant quantity
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
Oil quantity
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda 323 323F 2.0?

The firing order for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

What spark plugs does the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 use?

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) uses NGK BKR6E-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 take?

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) takes 4.0 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 323 323F 2.0?

Valve clearances on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0?

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 23-26 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0?

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1994–1998) is 10°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.