Mazda1997–1998Technical specifications

323 323F 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre diesel (engine code RF). 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 (RF) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 323 323F
Years: 1997–1998
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: RF

Performance & efficiency

Power: 52 kW (71 hp)
Engine size: 1,998 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 21.7:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.8 litres

All 79 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1998
Compression ratio :1	21,7

Injection system

Fuel/injection pump assembly Make	Zexel
Fuel/injection pump assembly Type	NP-VE4
Pump type	Rotary

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,20-0,30 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,30-0,40 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) takes 5.8 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, with classification GL-4/5.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 6.4 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞-10°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	-15°C➞30°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Ambient temperature range	-10°C➞30°C
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CF/B2
Engine with filter(s) litres	5.8
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4/5
Manual transmission litres	2.7
Cooling system - total capacity litres	6.4
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 2.0 (1997–1998) 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

Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	5-7

Service & electrical

Battery

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) uses a 12 V, 64 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (64)

Tuning and emissions

Plunger travel (pump) mm ABDC	1,0±0,05
Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC	6 n
Adjusting method Engine/Pump	Pointer/Dial gauge
Idle speed rpm	825±25
Rated no load speed rpm	5100-5300
Oil temperature °C	60
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	800-850
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 (%)	2,50 (66)

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	29,4
Oil pressure bar/rpm	5,1-6,08
Radiator cap bar	0,74-1,02
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) are tightened in 2 stages: 15 Nm, then a final 29 Nm.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	114,5 mm
Tighten	15 Nm
Tighten	29 Nm
Tighten	90°-105°
Tighten	90°-105°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Sump drain bolt	8-11 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	167-176 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	55-64 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	8-11 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	19-25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	22-26 Nm
Injector/clamp	59-69 Nm
Injector pipe unions	25-30 Nm
Injector nozzle to holder	29-49 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	59-68 Nm
Fuel/injection pump flange	19-25 Nm
Glow plugs	15-20 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	8-11 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	16-23 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	12-17 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	236-318 Nm
Rear hub	177-235 Nm
Steering track rod end	43-56 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	79-101 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	700
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	150

Frequently asked questions

What is the injection sequence of the Mazda 323 323F 2.0?

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) is 1-3-4-2.

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

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) takes 5.8 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 for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) are 0,20-0,30 mm inlet and 0,30-0,40 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) are tightened in 2 stages: 15 Nm, then a final 29 Nm.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 323 323F 2.0?

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

What battery does the Mazda 323 323F 2.0 use?

The Mazda 323 323F 2.0 (1997–1998) uses a 12 V, 64 Ah battery.