Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 4/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity cc | 2198 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 15,5 |
Injection system
| Air metering Type | Mass/MAP |
|---|---|
| Pump type | Common rail |
Injection sequence
The injection sequence for the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) is 1-3-4-2.
| Injection sequence | 1-3-4-2 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
| Valve clearance - INLET mm | Hydraulic |
|---|---|
| Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm | Hydraulic |
Engine oil & fluids
Engine oil
The Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) takes 8.6 litres of engine oil with the filter.
See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.
Transfer box
See the reference table for the complete transfer box entries and their conditions.
Coolant
See the reference table for the complete coolant entries and their conditions.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Preferred engine oil | |
|---|---|
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /A5+B5 |
| Engine oil options | |
| Ambient temperature range | All temperatures |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /A3+B3 |
| Ambient temperature range | -20°C➞ |
| Engine oil grade SAE | 10W-40 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | /A3+B3 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 8.6 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission litres | — |
| Manual transmission oil | |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Mercon LV |
| Automatic transmission fluid classification | WSS-M2C938-A |
| Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres | 9.0 |
| Do NOT overfill transmission. | |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 10.5 |
| Differential oil grade - front SAE | 80W-90 Synthetic |
| Differential oil classification - front | GL-5 |
| Differential front/AT litres | 1.2-1.4 |
| Differential oil grade - rear SAE | 75W-140 Synthetic |
| Differential oil classification - rear | GL-5 |
| Differential rear litres | 2.9-3.1 |
| Transfer box oil grade SAE | Mercon LV |
| Transfer box oil classification | WSS-M2C938-A |
| Transfer box litres | 1,9 AT=1,2 |
| Coolant Type | WSS-M97B44-D |
| Coolant Colour | Orange |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 11,5 AT=11,9 |
| Brake fluid Type | Super DOT 4 |
| Brake fluid classification | WSS-M6C65-A2 |
| Clutch fluid Type | Super DOT 4 |
| Clutch fluid classification | WSS-M6C65-A2 |
| Power steering fluid Type | WSS-M2C938-A |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.2 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Front brake discs on the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 30 mm (ventilated) or 30,8 mm (ventilated).
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 30 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness after refacing - ventilated Front | 30,8 mm |
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 271,5 mm 4x4=296,5 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,018 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 | 3-6 |
Service & electrical
Tuning and emissions
| Idle speed rpm | 800±50 |
|---|---|
| Oil temperature °C | 80 |
| Idle speed - for smoke test rpm | 650-750 |
| Maximum time at governed speed secs | 1,0 |
| Test mode A/B | B |
| Probe type 1/2 | 1 |
| Smoke opacity - EU limit m-1 (%) | 1,50 (48) |
Service checks and adjustments
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 2,0/2000 |
|---|---|
| Radiator cap bar | 1,35-1,55 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 86-90 |
Tightening torques
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Cylinder head | |
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | — |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 60 Nm+90° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| View more information | — |
| Sump drain bolt | 39 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | /- |
| Flywheel | |
| Clutch pressure plate | 30±4 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper bolts | 45 Nm+120° |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 33 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | — |
| View more information | — |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 25 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | — |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 48 Nm |
| Water pump | 23 Nm |
| Injector/clamp | 5 Nm+180° |
| Injector pipe unions | 1)22 Nm 2)25 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump flange | 23 Nm |
| Fuel/injection pump mounting | 23 Nm |
| Glow plugs | 13 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 7 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 7 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 24 Nm |
| Oil filter | 25±5 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 275 Nm |
| Rear hub - wheel bearing housing bolts | 108 Nm |
| Steering wheel | 40 Nm |
| Steering rack/box mounting | 150±22 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 63±8 Nm |
| Leaf spring to axle U-bolts Rear | — |
| Leaf spring to chassis/bracket Rear | 162±13 Nm |
| Leaf spring to shackle Rear | 103±15 Nm |
| Leaf spring shackle to chassis/bracket Rear | 103±15 Nm |
| Brake disc to hub Front | 12±2 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 52±3 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 115±17 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 7 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 7 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 | 650±10 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | WSH-M1C231-B |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 150 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the injection sequence of the Mazda BT-50 2.2?
The injection sequence for the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) is 1-3-4-2.
How much oil does the Mazda BT-50 2.2 take?
The Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) takes 8.6 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 BT-50 2.2?
Valve clearances on the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda BT-50 2.2?
Front brake discs on the Mazda BT-50 2.2 (2012–2015) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 30 mm (ventilated) or 30,8 mm (ventilated).