Mazda1984–1987Technical specifications

E Series 1.8: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 1.8-litre petrol (engine code F8). Covers engine, fluids, service and torques: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (F8) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: E Series
Years: 1984–1987
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: F8

Performance & efficiency

Power: 61 kW (83 hp)
Engine size: 1,789 cc
Cylinders: 4 · OHC
Compression ratio: 8.6:1
Fuel system: Hitachi

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.5 litres

All 87 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	1789 (1776)
Compression ratio :1	8,6
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Type	SZ
Ignition system Description	CB
Fuel system Make	Hitachi
Fuel system Description	Carb-2V
Diagnostic socket	No

Ignition system

Ignition coil Make	Hanshin
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	11,0
Primary resistance Ohm	3,1
Secondary resistance Ohm	7200-10800
Distributor (ECM) Make	Mitsubishi
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm	0,5
Dwell angle °(%)	49-55 (54-61)

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) are 0,30 mm inlet and 0,30 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,30 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,30 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE.

A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

Manual gearbox

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

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.0 litres.

Grades, filling conditions and capacities

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-40
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SE
Ambient temperature range	Moderate climate alternative
Engine oil grade SAE	20W-50
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission litres	1,4/1,7
Differential rear litres	1.3-1.6
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.0

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timing	With vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	6±1/800

Battery

The Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) uses a 12 V, 60 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).

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

Spark plugs

The Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) uses NGK BPR5ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5ES
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Bosch
Spark plug Type	WR8DC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RN9YCC
Electrode gap mm	0,8
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	BPR5ES
Electrode gap mm	0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance	Without vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	0-1/1200
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	22-26/4540
Vacuum check	Ignition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine	0-8,5
Vacuum starts mbar	80
Vacuum ends mbar	240
Idle speed rpm	800-850
Oil temperature °C	60
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	2,0±0,5
HC level at idle speed ppm	300
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	13-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,5-2,0

Starting and charging

Starter motor Make	Mitsubishi
Starter motor Type	12v-0,8kW
Minimum starting voltage V	11,5
Maximum cranking amps A	162-198
Alternator Make	Mitsubishi
Regulated voltage V	14,4-15,0

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	11,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3-4/3000
Radiator cap bar	0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C	86,5-89,5
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm	7-8

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) are tightened in 3 stages: 20-26 Nm, then 50-56 Nm, then a final 80-86 Nm.

Cylinder head
Tighten	20-26 Nm
Tighten	50-56 Nm
Tighten	80-86 Nm

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Main bearings Stage 1	41 Nm
Main bearings Stage 2	82-88 Nm
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	No
Big end bearings Stage 1	33 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	65-69 Nm
Sump bolts	7-11 Nm
Sump drain bolt	30-41 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	98-105 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	108-116 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear	47-65 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap	18-26 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	6-8 Nm
Spark plugs	15-23 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels	90-120 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda E Series 1.8?

The firing order for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda E Series 1.8 use?

The Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) uses NGK BPR5ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda E Series 1.8 take?

The Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-40 for moderate climates, with API/ACEA classification SE. A listed engine oil option is SAE 20W-50 as an alternative for moderate climates.

What are the valve clearances for the Mazda E Series 1.8?

Valve clearances for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) are 0,30 mm inlet and 0,30 mm exhaust, measured hot.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda E Series 1.8?

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) 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 E Series 1.8?

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda E Series 1.8 (1984–1987) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.