Mazda1987–1989Technical specifications

929 2.2: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.2-litre petrol (engine code F2). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Summary

Match the engine code (F2) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Mazda
Model
929
Years
1987–1989
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
F2

Performance & efficiency

Power
85 kW (116 hp)
Engine size
2,184 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.8:1
Fuel system
Aisan

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.2 litres
All 129 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc2184 (2169)
Compression ratio :19,8
Suitable for unleaded petrolNo
Minimum octane rating RON98
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeAisan
Fuel system Type32-36
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-2V
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm0,72-0,88
Secondary resistance Ohm10000-30000

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

Valve clearance - INLET mmHydraulic
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mmHydraulic

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) takes 4.2 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 2.0 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range ➞0°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -18°C➞30°C
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -18°C➞40°C
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -18°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -10°C➞15°C
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -10°C➞40°C
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -10°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.2
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 80W-90
Manual transmission litres 2.0
Automatic transmission fluid Type Dexron II
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 6.5
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 75W-90
Differential rear litres 1.2
Cooling system - total capacity litres 7.5
Brake fluid Type DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 20 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front20 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear8 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear256 mm

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

CO level
Ignition timingWithout vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm6±1/800
Ignition timing - alternative °Engine/rpmAT=6±1/950

Battery

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

Battery V/RC(Ah)12/90 (60)

Spark plugs

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) uses NGK ZFR6A-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6A-11
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeAutolite
Spark plug Type63
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBeru
Spark plug Type14FR-8DU
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeFR8DC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRC8YC4
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6A-11
Electrode gap mm1,1

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
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CO level
Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-2/1200
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm14-18/4400
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm19-23/6000
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine8-12
Vacuum starts mbar293
Vacuum ends mbar600
Idle speed rpm800-850
Idle speed - alternative rpmAT=950-1000
Fast idle speed - MT/AT rpm2000-2700
Oil temperature °C60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO2,0±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO213-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor MakeMitsubishi
Starter motor Type1,4kW
Minimum starting voltage V8
Maximum cranking amps A162-198
Alternator MakeMitsubishi
Alternator Type65A
Alternator output A/V/rpm60/14,4/2750
Regulated voltage V14,4-15,0

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar8,0-12,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm2,9-3,9/3000
Radiator cap bar0,74-1,03
Thermostat opens °C87-90
Drive belt size - alternator mm12,5x1025
Drive belt size - PAS/AC mm12,5x825
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm8-9

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,25

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-26 Nm, then 50-56 Nm, then a final 80-86 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten20-26 Nm
Tighten50-56 Nm
Tighten80-86 Nm
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 141 Nm
Main bearings Stage 285±3 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 133 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 267±2 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate100 Nm/100 Nm
Clutch pressure plate18-26 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt157-167 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear47-65 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap18-26 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover7-10 Nm
Spark plugs15-23 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub98-177 Nm
Rear hub235-314 Nm
Steering track rod end30-45 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front88 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear20 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear56 Nm
Road wheels88-118 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda 929 2.2?

The firing order for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda 929 2.2 use?

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) uses NGK ZFR6A-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda 929 2.2 take?

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) takes 4.2 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 929 2.2?

Valve clearances on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda 929 2.2?

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-26 Nm, then 50-56 Nm, then a final 80-86 Nm.

What is the ignition timing for the Mazda 929 2.2?

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1987–1989) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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