Mazda1982–1987Technical specifications

323 Estate 1.5: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.5-litre petrol (engine code D5 1500). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (D5 1500) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 323 Estate
Years: 1982–1987
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: D5 1500

Performance & efficiency

Power: 52 kW (71 hp)
Engine size: 1,490 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 9.0:1
Fuel system: Hitachi

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 3.7 litres

All 81 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1490 (1479)
Compression ratio :1	9,0
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Hitachi
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V

Ignition system

Ballast resistance Ohm	1,6
Primary resistance Ohm	3,1
Secondary resistance Ohm	10000-30000
Distributor (ECM) Make	Mitsubishi
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,5
Dwell angle °(%)	49-55 (54-61)

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,30 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,25 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,30 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) takes 3.7 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

Manual gearbox

The specified manual gearbox oil is SAE 80W-90.

See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 5.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SG
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine with filter(s) litres	3.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	80W-90
Manual transmission litres	1,3/1,7
Automatic transmission fluid Type	ATF-G
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	5.7
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	80W-90
Differential rear litres	1.0
Cooling system - total capacity litres	5.5

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 8°±1° BTDC at 750 rpm.

Ignition timing	Without vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	8±1/750

Battery

The Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) uses a 12 V, 33 Ah battery (reserve capacity 55 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12/55 (33)

Spark plugs

The Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) uses NGK BPR6ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR6ES
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	WR8DC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5ES
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	16/4000
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	11-13
Vacuum starts mbar	239
Vacuum ends mbar	466
Idle speed rpm	750±50
Oil temperature °C	60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	1,5±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Mitsubishi
Starter motor Type	0,8 kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,5
Maximum cranking amps A	89-109
Alternator Make	Mitsubishi
Alternator Type	12V 50A
Alternator output A/V/rpm	45/14,5/2500
Regulated voltage V	14,1-14,7

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	8,4-12,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,4-4,4/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,90
Thermostat opens °C	88
Drive belt size - alternator mm	9,5x960
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	11-13

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,2-0,27

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 70-75 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	70-75 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	30-32 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	60-65 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 1	15-17 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	30-35 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	86 Nm/89 Nm
Spark plugs	15-23 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	90 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5?

The firing order for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 use?

The Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) uses NGK BPR6ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 take?

The Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) takes 3.7 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 10W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SG. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

What are the valve clearances for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5?

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,30 mm exhaust, measured hot.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5?

The cylinder head bolt torque for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 70-75 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5?

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 323 Estate 1.5 (1982–1987) is 8°±1° BTDC at 750 rpm.