Mazda2004–2006Technical specifications

Tribute 3.0: Technical specifications

Workshop data for the 3-litre petrol (engine code AJ). 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 (AJ) to the vehicle before ordering parts or applying these figures.

Vehicle specifications

Overview

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

Performance & efficiency

Power: 152 kW (207 hp)
Engine size: 2,967 cc
Cylinders: 6 · DOHC
Compression ratio: 10:1
Fuel system: Ford

Fluids & capacities

Engine oil (with the filter): 5.7 litres

All 129 specifications below

Engine & identification

Vehicle identification

No. of cylinders Type	6/DOHC
Capacity (Fiscal) cc	2967
Compression ratio :1	10
Suitable for unleaded petrol	Yes
Minimum octane rating RON	91
Ignition system Make	Ford
Ignition system Type	EEC-V
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	0,45-1,15
Secondary resistance Ohm	5000-6000

Firing order

The firing order for the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2004–2006) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

Firing order	1-4-2-5-3-6

Valve clearances

Valve clearances on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2004–2006) 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 (2004–2006) takes 5.7 litres of engine oil with the filter.

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

Transfer box

The transfer box has a listed capacity of 0.4 litres. The specified oil is SAE 80W-90, with classification GL-5.

Coolant

The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.

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	5.7
Other lubricants and capacities
Automatic transmission fluid Type	Dexron III
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 oil classification	GL-5
Transfer box litres	0.4
Cooling system - total capacity litres	7.5
Brake fluid Type	DOT 3/4
Power steering fluid Type	Dexron III
Power steering fluid litres	1.9

Brakes & wear limits

Brake disc thickness

Brake discs on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (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	0,10 mm
Disc runout Rear	0,10 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 3.0 (2004–2006) uses a 12 V, 80 Ah battery.

Battery V/RC(Ah)	12 (80)

Tuning and emissions

Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm	10±2/650 Not adjustable
Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm	ECM Controlled
Idle speed rpm	750±150 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

Alternator output A/V/rpm	58/13/2000

Service checks and adjustments

Compression pressure bar	11,0-16,0
Oil pressure bar/rpm	0,76/1500
Radiator cap bar	0,94-1,20
Thermostat opens °C	90-93

Fuel system

Fuel pump delivery pressure bar	4,4
System pressure bar	2,4-4,5
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C	384-410/80
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm	250-1000/20°C
Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm	3,0-30,0

Spark plugs

Spark plugs Original equipment	Motorcraft
Spark plug Type	AGSF-32W
Electrode gap mm	1,3-1,4

Tightening torques

Cylinder head bolt torque

The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2004–2006) 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°

Other engine tightening torques
Cylinder head instructions	—
Main bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Main bearings Stage 1	—
View more information	—
Main bearings
Big end bearings Renew bolts/nuts	Yes
Big end bearings Stage 1	23±2 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	29±4 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	47 Nm
Spark plugs	15±5 Nm
Fuel rail	10±2 Nm
Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor	10±2 Nm
Camshaft position (CMP) sensor	10±2 Nm
Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor	10 Nm
Lambda sensor (Oxygen)	40 Nm
Knock sensor (KS)	25 Nm
Engine oil pressure switch	14 Nm
Chassis tightening torques
Front hub	290 Nm
Bolts/nuts
Rear hub	290 Nm
Steering wheel	44±5 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	170
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 (2004–2006) is 1-4-2-5-3-6.

How much oil does the Mazda Tribute 3.0 take?

The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2004–2006) takes 5.7 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 (2004–2006) 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 (2004–2006) 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 (2004–2006) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (solid) or 24 mm (ventilated) front and 11 mm rear.

What battery does the Mazda Tribute 3.0 use?

The Mazda Tribute 3.0 (2004–2006) uses a 12 V, 80 Ah battery.