Mazda1984–1987Technical specifications

E Series 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code FE). 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 (FE) 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
FE

Performance & efficiency

Power
63 kW (86 hp)
Engine size
1,998 cc
Cylinders
4 · OHC
Compression ratio
8.6:1
Fuel system
Hitachi

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.5 litres
All 100 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/OHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1998 (1984)
Compression ratio :18,6
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON91
Ignition system TypeSZ
Ignition system DescriptionCB
Fuel system MakeHitachi
Fuel system DescriptionCarb-2V
Diagnostic socketNo

Ignition system

Ignition coil MakeHanshin
Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V11,0
Primary resistance Ohm3,1
Secondary resistance Ohm7200-10800
Distributor (ECM) MakeMitsubishi
Contact breaker gap/trigger air gap mm0,5
Dwell angle °(%)49-55 (54-61)

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) are 0,30 mm inlet and 0,30 mm exhaust, measured hot.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,30 hot
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,30 hot

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) takes 4.5 litres of engine oil with the filter.

See the reference table for the complete engine oil entries and their conditions.

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 ➞-20°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-20
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range ➞0°C
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -25°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 10W-40, 10W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
Ambient temperature range -10°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE 20W-40, 20W-50
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SJ/A2
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
Brake fluid Type DOT 3
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 1.1

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

Ignition timingWith vacuum
Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm6±1/800

Battery

The Mazda E Series 2.0 (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 2.0 (1984–1987) uses NGK BPR5ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5ES
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeBosch
Spark plug TypeW8DC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRN9YCC
Electrode gap mm0,8
Spark plugs MakeNGK
Spark plug TypeBPR5ES
Electrode gap mm0,8

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advanceWithout vacuum and basic timing
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm0-1/1200
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm22-26/4540
Vacuum checkIgnition timing advances
Vacuum range °Engine0-8,5
Vacuum starts mbar80
Vacuum ends mbar240
Idle speed rpm800-850
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 Type12v-0,85kW
Minimum starting voltage V11,5
Maximum cranking amps A162-198
Alternator MakeMitsubishi
Regulated voltage V14,4-15,0

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar11,5
Oil pressure bar/rpm3-4/3000
Radiator cap bar0,75-1,05
Thermostat opens °C86,5-89,5
Drive belt tension - alternator/PAS/AC mm7-8

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar0,2-0,3

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) 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
Sump bolts7-11 Nm
Sump drain bolt30-41 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate98-105 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt108-116 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear47-65 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap18-26 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover6-8 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head20-30 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head20-30 Nm
Spark plugs15-23 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Road wheels90-120 Nm

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda E Series 2.0?

The firing order for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda E Series 2.0 use?

The Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) uses NGK BPR5ES spark plugs with a 0,8 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda E Series 2.0 take?

The Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) takes 4.5 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 E Series 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (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 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda E Series 2.0 (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 2.0?

Basic ignition timing for the Mazda E Series 2.0 (1984–1987) is 6°±1° BTDC at 800 rpm.

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