Engine & identification
Vehicle identification
| No. of cylinders Type | 6/DOHC |
|---|---|
| Capacity (Fiscal) cc | 1995 (1978) |
| Compression ratio :1 | 9,5 |
| Suitable for unleaded petrol | Yes |
| Minimum octane rating RON | 95 |
| Ignition system Type | ESA |
| Ignition system Description | Map-i |
| Trigger location | Distributor/Crankshaft |
| Fuel system Make | Mazda |
| Fuel system Type | VRIS |
| Fuel system Description | MFI-s |
| Air metering Type | Flow |
| Combined ignition and fuel ECM | Yes |
| Diagnostic socket | Yes |
Ignition system
| Ignition coil Make | Denso |
|---|---|
| Ignition coil supply voltage + with ballast V | 11,0 |
| Primary resistance Ohm | 0,81-0,99 |
| Secondary resistance Ohm | 10000-15000 |
Firing order
The firing order for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.
| Firing order | 1-2-3-4-5-6 |
|---|
Valve clearances
Valve clearances on the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) 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 Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) takes 4.0 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.
Coolant
The listed total cooling-system capacity is 7.5 litres.
Grades, filling conditions and capacities
| Engine oil options | |
|---|---|
| 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-30 |
| Engine oil classification API/ACEA | SJ/A2 |
| Engine with filter(s) litres | 4.0 |
| Other lubricants and capacities | |
| Manual transmission oil grade SAE | 75W-90 |
| Manual transmission litres | 2.7 |
| Automatic transmission fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Automatic transmission (dry fill) litres | 8.8 |
| Cooling system - total capacity litres | 7.5 |
| Brake fluid Type | DOT 3 |
| Power steering fluid Type | Dexron II |
| Power steering fluid litres | 1.2-1.3 |
Brakes & wear limits
Brake disc thickness
Brake discs on the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) are replaced at a minimum thickness of 22 mm (ventilated) front and 8 mm rear.
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement - ventilated Front | 22 mm |
|---|---|
| Minimum disc thickness for replacement Rear | 8 mm |
Brake disc and drum dimensions
| Disc runout Front | 0,10 mm |
|---|---|
| Disc runout Rear | 0,10 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Front | 1 mm |
| Minimum pad thickness Rear | 1 mm |
| Parking brake travel No. of notches | 5-7 |
Service & electrical
Ignition timing
Basic ignition timing for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) is 10° BTDC at 670 rpm.
| Ignition timing and idle speed | |
|---|---|
| Ignition timing - basic BTDC °Engine/rpm | 10/670 |
Battery
The Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) uses a 12 V, 58 Ah battery (reserve capacity 90 minutes).
| Battery V/RC(Ah) | 12/90 (58) |
|---|
Spark plugs
The Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) uses Denso K20PR-U11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
| Spark plugs Original equipment | Denso |
|---|---|
| Spark plug Type | K20PR-U11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Autolite |
| Spark plug Type | AP3923 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Beru |
| Spark plug Type | 14FR-7DUX |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Bosch |
| Spark plug Type | FR7DCX |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | Champion |
| Spark plug Type | RC9YCC4 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
| Spark plugs Make | NGK |
| Spark plug Type | BKR6E-11 |
| Electrode gap mm | 1,1 |
Tuning and emissions
| Tuning conditions | — |
|---|---|
| View more information | — |
| Ignition timing and idle speed | |
| Ignition advance checks °Engine/rpm | ECM Controlled |
| Idle speed rpm | 670±50 |
| Oil temperature °C | 60 |
| 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 | 157-191 |
|---|---|
| Alternator output A/V/rpm | 90/14,5/3000 |
Service checks and adjustments
| Compression pressure bar | 14,7 |
|---|---|
| Oil pressure bar/rpm | 3,4/3000 |
| Radiator cap bar | 1,00 |
| Thermostat opens °C | 88 |
Fuel system
| Fuel pump delivery pressure bar | 4,9-6,3 |
|---|---|
| System pressure bar | 2,6-3,2 |
| Engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor Ohm/°C | 290-350/80 |
| Crankshaft position (CKP) sensor/engine speed (RPM) sensor Ohm | 520-580 |
| Injector Ohm | 12,0-16,0 |
| Idle air control (IAC) valve/idle speed control (ISC) actuator Ohm | 11,0-12,0 |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) heater Ohm | 6,0 |
Tightening torques
Cylinder head bolt torque
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) are tightened in 3 stages: 23-26 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
| Cylinder head | |
|---|---|
| Maximum bolt length | 135 mm |
| Tighten | 23-26 Nm |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Tighten | 90° |
| Cylinder head instructions | — |
|---|---|
| Other engine tightening torques | |
| Big end bearings Stage 1 | — |
| Big end bearings | |
| Oil pump to cylinder block | 20-25 Nm |
| Sump bolts | — |
| Sump bolts | |
| Sump drain bolt | 30-40 Nm |
| Flywheel/driveplate | 64 Nm/64 Nm |
| Clutch pressure plate | 18-26 Nm |
| Crankshaft pulley/damper centre bolt | 157-166 Nm |
| Camshaft sprocket/gear | 123-140 Nm |
| Camshaft carrier/cap | 11-14 Nm |
| Camshaft/rocker cover | 5-9 Nm |
| Inlet manifold to cylinder head | 20-25 Nm |
| Exhaust manifold to cylinder head | 20-25 Nm |
| Spark plugs | 15-22 Nm |
| Lambda sensor (Oxygen) | 30-49 Nm |
| Knock sensor (KS) | 20-34 Nm |
| Chassis tightening torques | |
| Front hub | 236-318 Nm |
| Rear hub | 177-230 Nm |
| Steering track rod end | 31-44 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Front | 47 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Front | 90 Nm |
| Brake caliper to carrier Rear | 37 Nm |
| Brake caliper/carrier to hub Rear | 51 Nm |
| ABS sensor Front | 20 Nm |
| ABS sensor Rear | 20 Nm |
| Road wheels | 88-118 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 | 700 |
| Air conditioning oil group | PAG |
| Air conditioning oil Type | Atmos GU 10 |
| Air conditioning oil quantity cm³ | 175 |
| Air conditioning oil viscosity ISO | 46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the firing order of the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0?
The firing order for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) is 1-2-3-4-5-6.
What spark plugs does the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 use?
The Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) uses Denso K20PR-U11 spark plugs with a 1,1 mm electrode gap.
How much oil does the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 take?
The Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) takes 4.0 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 Xedos 6 2.0?
Valve clearances on the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) are hydraulic — they self-adjust, so no manual clearance figure applies.
What is the cylinder head torque for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0?
The cylinder head bolts on the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) are tightened in 3 stages: 23-26 Nm, then 90°, then a final 90°.
What is the ignition timing for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0?
Basic ignition timing for the Mazda Xedos 6 2.0 (1995–2000) is 10° BTDC at 670 rpm.