Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/OHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1324 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,4 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 91 |
| Ignition system Make | Mazda |
| Ignition system Type | EGI |
| Ignition system Description | Map-h |
| Trigger location | Distributor |
| 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
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 12,0 |
|---|---|
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 12000-31000 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) is 1-3-4-2.
| Firing order | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | 0,25 cold |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | 0,25 cold |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) takes 2.7 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Manual gearbox
See the reference table for the complete manual gearbox entries and their conditions.
Coolant
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-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A1, A3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -25°C➞45°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Ambient temperature range | -25°C➞45°C |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 2.7 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | — |
| Manual transmission oil grade | |
| Manual transmission oil classification | GL-4/5 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.7 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 6.0 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3/4 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 0.8-1.0 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201,5 mm.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 20 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 201,5 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,05 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1,5 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 1.3 (1998–2001) is 10°±1° BTDC at 700 rpm.
| Ignition timing and idle speed | |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10±1/700 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Ignition timing and idle speed | |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 700±50 |
| 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 | 2500-2800 |
| CO content at increased idle speed Vol. % | 0,3 |
| Lambda at increased idle λ | 0,97-1,03 |
Starting and charging
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 9,9-14,5 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 2,9-3,9/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 0,94-1,22 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 84-87 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 5,0-6,3 |
|---|---|
| System pressure bar | 2,7-3,1 |
| Regulated pressure with vacuum bar | 2,1-2,5 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 290-400/80 |
| Injector Ohm | 12,0-16,0 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 7,7-9,3 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 6,0 |
Spark plugs
| Spark plugs Original equipment | NGK |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | BKR5E-II |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RC10YC4 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | BKR5E-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,0-1,1 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-30 Nm, then 40-60 Nm, then a final 76-81 Nm.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Tighten | 20-30 Nm |
| Tighten | 40-60 Nm |
| Tighten | 76-81 Nm |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 27-29 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 54-58 Nm |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | No |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 15-17 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 30-34 Nm |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 19-25 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 8-11 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 16-20 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 97-102 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 18-26 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 13-17 Nm/157-166 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 50-60 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 22-28 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 5-9 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 19-25 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 19-25 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 38-50 Nm |
| Water pump | 19-25 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 15-22 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 19-25 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 30-49 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20-34 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 12-17 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | — |
| Front hub | |
| Rear hub | — |
| Rear hub | |
| Steering wheel | 40-52 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 75-104 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 32-44 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 45-49 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 80-100 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 16-23 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 46-66 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 50-68 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 19-25 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 19-25 Nm |
| Road wheels | 87-117 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 | 600 |
| Refrigerant quantity | |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Atmos GU 10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 150 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Mazda 323 1.3?
The firing order for the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Mazda 323 1.3 take?
The Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) takes 2.7 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 1.3?
Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are 0,25 mm inlet and 0,25 mm exhaust, measured cold.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 323 1.3?
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-30 Nm, then 40-60 Nm, then a final 76-81 Nm.
What is the ignition timing for the Mazda 323 1.3?
Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) is 10°±1° BTDC at 700 rpm.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 323 1.3?
Brake discs on the Mazda 323 1.3 (1998–2001) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 201,5 mm.