Mazda2001–2004Technical specifications

Tribute 2.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2-litre petrol (engine code YF). 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 (YF) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make
Mazda
Model
Tribute
Years
2001–2004
Fuel
Petrol
Engine code
YF

Performance & efficiency

Power
91 kW (124 hp)
Engine size
1,989 cc
Cylinders
4 · DOHC
Compression ratio
9.6:1
Fuel system
Ford

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter)
4.25 litres
All 106 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc1989
Compression ratio :19,6
Suitable for unleaded petrolYes
Minimum octane rating RON95
Ignition system TypeEECV
Ignition system DescriptionMap-DIS
Trigger locationCam/Crankshaft
Fuel system MakeFord
Fuel system TypeEECV
Fuel system DescriptionMFI-s
Air metering TypeMass
Combined ignition and fuel ECMYes
Diagnostic socketYes

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) are 0,15 mm inlet and 0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm0,15 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm0,31 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) takes 4.25 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

Manual gearbox

The specified manual gearbox oil is SAE 75W-90.

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

Lubricants and capacities — complete reference
Engine oil options
Ambient temperature range All temperatures
Engine oil grade SAE 5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA SL/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres 4.25
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE 75W-90
Manual transmission litres —
Power steering fluid
Automatic transmission fluid Type Mercon
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres 3.7
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres 9.0
Differential oil grade - rear SAE 80W-90
Differential rear litres 1.4
Transfer box oil grade SAE —
Gearbox oil grade
Transfer box litres 0.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres 6.6
Brake fluid Type DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type Dexron II
Power steering fluid litres 1.9

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front; the rear brake drums are replaced at a maximum diameter of 230,1 mm.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front22 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear230,1 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc runout Front0,1 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches3-5

Service & electrical

Ignition timing

The ignition timing on the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) is not adjustable.

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpmNot adjustable

Battery

The Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) uses a 12 V, 58 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)12 (58)

Spark plugs

The Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) uses Motorcraft AYFS-22PPI spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipmentMotorcraft
Spark plug TypeAYFS-22PPI
Electrode gap mm1,0
Spark plugs MakeChampion
Spark plug TypeRES9PYP4
Electrode gap mm1,0

Tuning and emissions

Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpmECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm750±50 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe 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

Maximum cranking amps A130-190

Service checks and adjustments

Oil pressure bar/rpm3,8-5,6/4000

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Renew boltsYes
Tighten20 Nm
Tighten40 Nm
Tighten90°
Cylinder head instructions—
Other engine tightening torques
Main bearings Renew bolts/nutsNo
Main bearings Stage 125 Nm
Main bearings Stage 260°
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nutsYes
Big end bearings Stage 135 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 290°
Oil pump to cylinder block6 Nm+45°
Sump bolts1)6 Nm 2)12 Nm
Sump drain bolt25 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate112 Nm
Clutch pressure plate24 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt115 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear68 Nm
Camshaft carrier/cap19 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover9 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head18 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head16 Nm
Spark plugs15 Nm
Fuel rail10 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor7 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor20 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor10 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)40 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)20 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch27 Nm
Engine upper cover6 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub290 Nm
Bolts/nuts
Rear hub290 Nm
Steering track rod end56±7 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front35 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front150 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear66 Nm
ABS sensor Front9 Nm
ABS sensor Rear9 Nm
Road wheels133 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors2
Air conditioning restrictor typeExpansion valve
Compressor clutch/magnetic couplingYes
Compressor variable displacement solenoidNo
Air conditioning refrigerant TypeR134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams850
Air conditioning oil groupPAG
Air conditioning oil TypeWSH-M1C231-B
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³266
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda Tribute 2.0?

The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda Tribute 2.0 use?

The Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) uses Motorcraft AYFS-22PPI spark plugs with a 1,0 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda Tribute 2.0 take?

The Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) takes 4.25 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 Tribute 2.0?

Valve clearances for the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) are 0,15 mm inlet and 0,31 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda Tribute 2.0?

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) are tightened in 3 stages: 20 Nm, then 40 Nm, then a final 90°.

What is the ignition timing for the Mazda Tribute 2.0?

The ignition timing on the Mazda Tribute 2.0 (2001–2004) is not adjustable.

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