Mazda1989–1996Technical specifications

929 2.2: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.2-litre petrol (engine code F2). 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 (F2) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Mazda
Model
929
Years
1989–1996
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
F2

Performance & efficiency

Power
94 kW (128 hp)
Engine size
2,184 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
9.4:1
Fuel system
Mazda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.1 litres
All 147 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc2184 (2169)
Compression ratio :19,4
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypeTSZ-i
Ignition system DescriptionTrans-i
Trigger locationDistributor
Fuel system MakeMazda
Fuel system TypeEGI
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-i
Air metering TypeFlow
Combined ignition and fuel ECMNo
Diagnostic socketYes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm0,77-0,95
Secondary resistance Ohm6000-30000

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) 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 (1989–1996) takes 4.1 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 4.1
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 80W-90
Manual transmission litres 2.0
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 (1989–1996) 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

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front0,025 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear0,025 mm
Disc runout Front0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear0,10 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front2 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear2 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches5-6

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) is 3°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

CO level and idle speed
Ignition timingWithout vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm3±1/800

Battery

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) 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 (1989–1996) uses NGK ZFR6F-11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeAutolite
Spark plug Type3923
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeBeru
Spark plug Type14FR-8DU
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRC7YCC4
Electrode gap mm1,1
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeZFR6F-11
Electrode gap mm1,1

Tuning and emissions

Tuning conditions—
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CO level and idle speed
Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-2/1300
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm11-15/3000
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm17-21/5000
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances/Ignition timing retards
Vacuum range °Engine15-21/0-6
Vacuum starts mbar147/133
Vacuum ends mbar506/266
Idle speed rpm800±50
Oil temperature °C60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe (Cat) Vol. % CO0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO214,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O20,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm2500-2800
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ0,97-1,03

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 bar8,9-12,8
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

System pressure bar2,35-2,75
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C280-350/80
Injector Ohm12,0-16,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-26 Nm, then 50-56 Nm, then a final 80-86 Nm.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsNo
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 282-88 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Big end bearings Stage 133 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 265-69 Nm
Oil pump to cylinder block19-25 Nm
Sump bolts10 Nm
Sump drain bolt30-40 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
Inlet manifold to cylinder head18-25 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head20-30 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 Rear45-68 Nm
ABS sensor Front20 Nm
ABS sensor Rear20 Nm
Road wheels88-118 Nm

Air conditioning

Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR12
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams800
Air conditioning oil TypeDS-83P

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda 929 2.2?

The firing order for the Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda 929 2.2 use?

The Mazda 929 2.2 (1989–1996) uses NGK ZFR6F-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 (1989–1996) takes 4.1 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 (1989–1996) 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 (1989–1996) 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 (1989–1996) is 3°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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