Introduction The Mazda MZR-CD RF 2005 was a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine that was produced in standard and high output forms. Australia, however, only received the high output version which was introduced in the Mazda GG/GY Mazda6 Diesel in 2006 and subsequently powered the Mazda BK Mazda3 Diesel. Cylinder block The MZR-CD RF 2005 diesel engine […]
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Mazda L5-VE engine
Introduction The Mazda L5-VE was a 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that powered the Mazda GH Mazda6 (2008-12), the Mazda BL Mazda3 SP25 (2009-13) and the Mazda CX-7 (2009-12). Block The L5-VE engine had an aluminium alloy cylinder block with 4340 steel-molybdenum alloy bores for their high heat tolerance and low-friction properties. With 89.0 mm bores […]
Mazda LF-DE and LF-VE engines
Introduction The Mazda LF-DE was a 2.0-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that was first introduced in the 2004 Mazda BK Mazda3. In 2005, the LF-VE engine was introduced in the Mazda NC MX-5; it differed from the LF-DE in that it had variable intake valve timing (Mazda’s ‘Sequential Valve Timing’ or S-VT). For the BK Mazda3, […]
Mazda L3-VDT engine
Introduction The Mazda L3-VDT was a 2.3-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine with direct fuel injection that was first introduced in the Mazda GG Mazda6 MPS in 2005. The L3-VDT engine was subsequently deployed in the Mazda BK Mazda3 MPS, BL Mazda3 MPS and Mazda CX-7. Block The L3-VDT engine had a precision gravity sand-cast cylinder […]
Mazda L3-VE engine
Introduction The Mazda L3-VE was a 2.3-litre four-cylinder petrol engine that powered the Mazda GG/GY Mazda6 from 2002 to 2007 and the Mazda BK Mazda3 SP23 from 2004 to 2009. Block The L3-VE engine had a precision gravity sand-cast cylinder block that was made of high-grade aluminium alloy, while cast-iron cylinder sleeves were cast directly […]
Mazda 13B-MSP ‘Renesis’ engine
Introduction Mazda’s 13B-MSP (Multi Side Ports) ‘Renesis’ was a naturally aspirated, two-rotor engine with a capacity of 1308 cc, i.e. 654 cc for each rotor. The 13B-MSP engine was offered in standard and high-output versions that were used in the Mazda RX-8 from 2003 to 2011. The name ‘Renesis’ was derived from a combination of […]
Recalls & faults: Mazda J14 Tribute (2001-08)
Recalls: Mazda J14 Tribute Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]
Recalls & faults: Mazda FE RX-8 (2003-11)
Recalls: Mazda FE RX-8 Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]
Recalls & faults: Mazda FD RX-7 (1992-98)
Recalls: Mazda FD RX-7 Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]
Recalls & faults: Mazda GE MX-6 (1991-97)
Recalls: Mazda GE MX-6 Overview Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) […]