Mazda2001–2003Technical specifications

323 2.0 DIDT: Technical specifications

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

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 323
Years: 2001–2003
Fuel: Diesel
Engine code: RF-Turbo

Performance & efficiency

Power: 74 kW (101 hp)
Engine size: 1,998 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 18.8:1

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.7 litres

All 82 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity cc	1998
Compression ratio :1	18,8

Injection system

Pump type	Rotary

Injection sequence

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) is 1-3-4-2.

Injection sequence	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are 0,12-0,18 mm inlet and 0,32-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,12-0,18 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,32-0,38 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) takes 4.7 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.

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

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 9.0 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	CD
Ambient temperature range	-15°C➞40°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	CD
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	—
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4/5
Manual transmission litres	2.7
Cooling system - total capacity litres	9.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres	1.1

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	22 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	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,05 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	2 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	5-7

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Crankshaft position (n = ATDC) °BTDC	7 n
Idle speed rpm	775±25
Oil temperature °C	60
Idle speed - for smoke test rpm	750-800
Governed speed range - for smoke test rpm	4100-5180
Maximum time at governed speed secs	2,0
Test mode A/B	B
Probe type 1/2	1
Smoke opacity - homologation value m-1 (%)	2,50 (66)

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	23,0-28,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,4/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,90-1,20
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are tightened in 2 stages: 15 Nm, then a final 29 Nm.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	116,8 mm
Tighten	15 Nm
Tighten	29 Nm
Tighten	100°±5°
Tighten	100°±5°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Flywheel/driveplate	167±4 Nm
Clutch pressure plate	22±4 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	172±4 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts	28±4 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	60±4 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	28±2 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	10±2 Nm
Injector/clamp	57±4 Nm
Injector pipe unions	28±2 Nm
Fuel/injection pump sprocket/gear	64±4 Nm
Fuel/injection pump mounting	22±3 Nm
Glow plugs	18±2 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	14±3 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	277±41 Nm
Rear hub	206±29 Nm
Steering track rod end	39±5 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	47±2 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	90±11 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	20±3 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	56±10 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear	59±9 Nm
ABS sensor Front	22±3 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	22±3 Nm
Road wheels	103±14 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
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 injection sequence of the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT?

The injection sequence for the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT take?

The Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) takes 4.7 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 2.0 DIDT?

Valve clearances for the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are 0,12-0,18 mm inlet and 0,32-0,38 mm exhaust, measured cold.

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

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are tightened in 2 stages: 15 Nm, then a final 29 Nm.

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

Brake discs on the Mazda 323 2.0 DIDT (2001–2003) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.