Mazda2010–2013Technical specifications

6 2.0 DISI: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code LF (MZR DISI)). 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 (LF (MZR DISI)) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: 6
Years: 2010–2013
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: LF (MZR DISI)

Performance & efficiency

Power: 114 kW (155 hp)
Engine size: 1,999 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 11.2:1
Fuel system: Mazda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.3 litres

All 123 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1999
Compression ratio :1	11,2
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	95
Ignition system Make	Mazda
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Mazda
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass/MAP
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) are 0,22-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,22-0,28 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,27-0,33 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) takes 4.3 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 2.9 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-80, with classification GL-4.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	➞40°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A3, A5
Ambient temperature range	-25°C➞45°C
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A3, A5
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.3
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-80
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4
Manual transmission litres	2.9
Automatic transmission fluid Type	ATF M-V
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	3.0
View more information	—
Automatic transmission fluid - drain and refill
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	8.1
View more information	—
Coolant Type	FL22
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) or 23,8 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm or 8,8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	23 mm
Minimum disc thickness after refacing - ventilated Front	23,8 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	8 mm
Minimum disc thickness after refacing Rear	8,8 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front	0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,015 mm
Disc runout Front	0,05 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,14 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	2 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	2 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	1-3

Service & electrical

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	8/700 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	700±50 Not adjustable
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AC=715±65 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,2 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	2500-3000
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,2
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12
Alternator output A/V/rpm	70/12/2500

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,3-14,8
Oil pressure bar/rpm	2,9-5,5/3000
Radiator cap bar	1,12-1,42
Thermostat opens °C	80-84

Fuel system

System pressure bar	4,1-4,9
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	3650-4020/80
Injector Ohm	1,0-1,2
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	—

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Mazda
Spark plug Type	L3G2 18 110
Electrode gap mm	1,25-1,35
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	ILTR5A-13G
Electrode gap mm	1,25-1,35

Tightening torques

Cylinder head
Cylinder head instructions	—
Maximum bolt length	146,5 mm
Tighten	7±4 Nm
Tighten	15±2 Nm
Tighten	45±2 Nm
Tighten	90°±2°
Tighten	90°±2°
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	—
Main bearings
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	29±3 Nm
Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°±10°
Oil pump to cylinder block	1)10±2 Nm 2)20±3 Nm
Sump bolts	—
Sump bolts
Sump drain bolt	35±5 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	—
Flywheel/driveplate
Clutch pressure plate	29±4 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	100±4 Nm+90°±3°
Bolts/nuts
Camshaft sprocket/gear	72±3 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	1)7±2 Nm 2)16±2 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	9±1 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	18±2 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	54±10 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	45±6 Nm
Water pump	10±2 Nm
Spark plugs	12±2 Nm
Fuel rail	23±3 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	7±1 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	7±1 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	12±2 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	39±10 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	20±4 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15±3 Nm
Oil filter	15±1 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	255±19 Nm
Bolts/nuts
Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts	93±8 Nm
Steering wheel	48±7 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	90±15 Nm
Brake disc to hub Front	12±2 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	27±5 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	92±10 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	43±6 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear	59±8 Nm
ABS sensor Front	10±2 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	9±1 Nm
Road wheels	103±15 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	500±25
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	ZXL 100 PG
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	120
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI?

The firing order for the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) is 1-3-4-2.

How much oil does the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI take?

The Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) takes 4.3 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 6 2.0 DISI?

Valve clearances for the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) are 0,22-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI?

Brake discs on the Mazda 6 2.0 DISI (2010–2013) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 23 mm (ventilated) or 23,8 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm or 8,8 mm rear.