Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 2967 |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,7 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 91 |
| Ignition system Description | Map-DI |
| Trigger location | Cam/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Ford |
| Fuel system Type | EECV |
| 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 | 0,51-0,53 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 4600-5600 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
| Firing order | 1-4-2-5-3-6 |
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Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) 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 Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) takes 5.5 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 2.3-2.7 litres. The specified oil is SAE 75W-90.
Transfer box
The transfer box has a listed capacity of 0.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 10.0 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| 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 | 5.5 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.3-2.7 |
| 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 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 II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.9 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (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 Front | 22 mm |
|---|---|
| Maximum drum diameter for replacement Rear | 230,1 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc thickness variation Front | 0,015 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Front | 0,1 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 2 mm |
| Minimum shoe thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 3-5 |
Service & electrical
Battery
The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) uses a 12 V, 58 Ah battery.
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12 (58) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) uses Motorcraft AWSF-32F spark plugs with a 1,4 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Motorcraft |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | AWSF-32F |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,4 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RS12YC |
| Electrode gap mm | 0,7 |
Tuning and emissions
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10±1/685 Not adjustable |
|---|---|
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 750±50 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 | 130-190 |
|---|
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 11,0-16,0 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 1,4-3,1/1500 |
Fuel system
| System pressure bar | 4,4-4,5 |
|---|---|
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 290-400/80 |
| Injector Ohm | 11,0-18,0/20°C |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 3,0-30,0 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) are tightened in 6 stages: 40 Nm, then 90°, then slacken off 360°, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Renew bolts | Yes |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Slacken off | 360° |
| Tighten | 40 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Main bearings Stage 1 | 25 Nm |
| Main bearings Stage 2 | 60° |
| Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts | Yes |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | 23 Nm |
| Big end bearings Stage 2 | 43±2 Nm +110° |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 10 Nm |
| Sump bolts | 25±5 Nm |
| Sump drain bolt | 26±4 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 80±7 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 24 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | — |
| Crankshaft pulley | |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 10 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 10 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 10 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 20 Nm |
| Exhaust downpipe to manifold | 40 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 15 Nm |
| Fuel rail | 10 Nm |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Camshaft position (CMP) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor | 10 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 40 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 25 Nm |
| Engine oil pressure switch | 14 Nm |
| Engine upper cover | 6 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 290 Nm |
| Bolts/nuts | |
| Rear hub | 290 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 Nm |
| Back plate to hub Rear | 66 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 10 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 10 Nm |
| Road wheels | 133 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 | 850 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | WSH-M1C231-B |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 266 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Mazda Tribute 3.0?
The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.
What spark plugs does the Mazda Tribute 3.0 use?
The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) uses Motorcraft AWSF-32F spark plugs with a 1,4 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Mazda Tribute 3.0 take?
The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) takes 5.5 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 3.0?
Valve clearances on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda Tribute 3.0?
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2001–2004) are tightened in 6 stages: 40 Nm, then 90°, then slacken off 360°, then 40 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the minimum brake disc thickness for the Mazda Tribute 3.0?
Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (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.