Mazda2004–2006Technical specifications

Tribute 2.3: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 2.3-litre petrol (engine code L3). Covers engine, fluids, brakes, service, torques and air conditioning: the figures to check before a job or a parts order.

Common faults & fixes

Summary

Match the engine code (L3) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

Make: Mazda
Model: Tribute
Years: 2004–2006
Fuel: Petrol
Engine code: L3

Performance & efficiency

Power: 108 kW (147 hp)
Engine size: 2,261 cc
Cylinders: 4 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 9.7:1
Fuel system: Mazda

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 4.5 litres

All 138 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	4/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2261
Compression ratio :1	9,7
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Make	Mazda
Ignition system Type	VIS
Ignition system Description	Map-DI
Trigger location	Cam/Crankshaft
Fuel system Make	Mazda
Fuel system Type	VIS
Fuel system Description	MFI-s
Air metering Type	Mass
Combined ignition and fuel ECM	Yes
Diagnostic socket	Yes

Ignition system

Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V	12,0
Primary resistance Ohm	0,5-0,6
Secondary resistance Ohm	10000

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) is 1-3-4-2.

Firing order	1-3-4-2

Valve clearances

Valve clearances for the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are 0,22-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

Valve clearance - INLET mm	0,22-0,28 cold
Valve clearance - EXHAUST mm	0,27-0,33 cold

Engine oil & fluids

Engine oil

The Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) 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

The manual gearbox has a listed capacity of 2.7 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90, with classification GL-4/5.

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	➞40°C
Engine oil grade SAE	5W-20, 5W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1
Ambient temperature range	-25°C➞
Engine oil grade SAE	10W-30
Engine oil classification API/ACEA	SL/A1
Engine with filter(s) litres	4.5
Other lubricants and capacities
Manual transmission oil grade SAE	75W-90
Manual transmission oil classification	GL-4/5
Manual transmission litres	2.7
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Mercon
Automatic transmission fluid type
Automatic transmission (drain & refill) litres	3.7
Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres	9.0
Automatic transmission fluid - dry fill capacity
Differential oil grade - rear SAE	80W-90
Differential oil classification - rear	GL-5
Differential rear litres	1.4
Transfer box oil grade SAE	80W-90
Transfer box litres	0.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres	10.0
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron III
Power steering fluid litres	0.8

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (solid) or 24 mm (ventilated) front and 11 mm rear.

Minimum disc thickness for replacement - solid Front	22 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front	24 mm
Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear	11 mm
Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear	230,1 mm

Brake disc and drum dimensions

Disc thickness variation Front	0,015 mm
Disc thickness variation Rear	0,015 mm
Disc runout Front	0,1 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,1 mm
Minimum pad thickness Front	2 mm
Minimum pad thickness Rear	2 mm
Minimum shoe thickness Rear	1 mm
Parking brake travel No. of notches	3-5

Service & electrical

Battery

The Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) uses a 12 V, 55 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (55)

Spark plugs

The Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) uses NGK ITR6F-13 spark plugs with a 1,3 mm electrode gap.

Spark plugs Original equipment	NGK
Spark plug Type	ITR6F-13
Electrode gap mm	1,3
Spark plugs Make	Champion
Spark plug Type	RS8WYP5
Spark plugs Make	NGK
Spark plug Type	ITR6F-13
Electrode gap mm	1,3

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±2/650 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	650±50 Not adjustable
Idle speed - alternative rpm	AC=650±100 Not adjustable
Oil temperature °C	80
CO level at idle speed - tailpipe Vol. % CO	0,5 Max Not adjustable
HC level at idle speed ppm	100
CO2 level at idle speed Vol. % CO2	14,5-16
O2 level at idle speed Vol. % O2	0,1-0,5
Increased idle speed for CO test rpm	2500-2800
CO content at increased idle speed Vol. %	0,3
Lambda at increased idle λ	0,97-1,03

Starting and charging

Maximum cranking amps A	90
Alternator output A/V/rpm	75/13/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	10,0-15,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	3,0-5,5/3000
Radiator cap bar	1,20-1,50
Thermostat opens °C	88-92

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	3,9
System pressure bar	2,4-4,5
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	365-402/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	250-1000
Injector Ohm	11,0-18,0
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	3,0-30,0

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are tightened in 2 stages: 90°, then a final 90°.

Cylinder head
Maximum bolt length	146,5 mm
Tighten	15±2 Nm
Tighten	45±2 Nm
Tighten	90°
Tighten	90°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Stage 1	—
View more information	—
Main bearings
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	—
View more information	—
Big end bearings
Big end bearings Stage 1	29±3 Nm
Big end bearings Stage 2	90°
Oil pump to cylinder block	20±3 Nm
Sump bolts	—
Sump bolts
Sump drain bolt	36±5 Nm
Flywheel/driveplate	112±4 Nm
Bolts/nuts
Clutch pressure plate	29±4 Nm
Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt	100±4 Nm+90°
Camshaft sprocket/gear	92±3 Nm
Camshaft sprocket/gear
Camshaft carrier/cap	15±2 Nm
Camshaft/rocker cover	9 Nm
Inlet manifold to cylinder head	10 Nm
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head	54±10 Nm
Exhaust downpipe to manifold	45±5 Nm
Water pump	10±3 Nm
Spark plugs	12±2 Nm
Fuel rail	25±5 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	7±1 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	7±1 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	12±2 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	39±10 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	20±4 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	15 Nm
Oil filter	20 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	290 Nm
Bolts/nuts
Rear hub	290 Nm
Steering wheel	30 Nm
Steering rack/box mounting	69±10 Nm
Steering track rod end	56±7 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Front	35 Nm
Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front	150±22 Nm
Brake caliper to carrier Rear	35 Nm
Back plate to hub Rear	66 Nm
ABS sensor Front	9 Nm
ABS sensor Rear	9 Nm
Road wheels	133 Nm

Air conditioning

No. of AC service connectors	2
Air conditioning restrictor type	Fixed orifice tube
Compressor clutch/magnetic coupling	Yes
Compressor variable displacement solenoid	No
Air conditioning refrigerant Type	R134a
Air conditioning refrigerant quantity grams	900
Air conditioning oil group	PAG
Air conditioning oil Type	Atmos GU 10
Air conditioning oil quantity cm³	180
Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO	46

Frequently asked questions

What is the firing order of the Mazda Tribute 2.3?

The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) is 1-3-4-2.

What spark plugs does the Mazda Tribute 2.3 use?

The Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) uses NGK ITR6F-13 spark plugs with a 1,3 mm electrode gap.

How much oil does the Mazda Tribute 2.3 take?

The Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) 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 Tribute 2.3?

Valve clearances for the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are 0,22-0,28 mm inlet and 0,27-0,33 mm exhaust, measured cold.

What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda Tribute 2.3?

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are tightened in 2 stages: 90°, then a final 90°.

What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda Tribute 2.3?

Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 2.3 (2004–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (solid) or 24 mm (ventilated) front and 11 mm rear.