2.3L 4-CYL VIN [A] Article Text 1995 Mazda B2300 For 1 Copyright © 1998 Mitchell Repair Information Company, LLC Thursday, December 09, 2010 10:30PM
ARTICLE BEGINNING 1995-96 ENGINES Mazda - 2.3L 4-Cylinder B2300 * PLEASE READ THIS FIRST * NOTE: For repair procedures not covered in this article, see ENGINE OVERHAUL - GENERAL INFORMATION article in GENERAL INFORMATION section. ENGINE IDENTIFICATION Engine is identified by the eighth character of Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). VIN is stamped on a metal tag, and is visible through windshield on driver's side. VIN is also located on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on edge of driver's door. VIN ENGINE CODE TABLE Engine
Code
2.3L SOHC SFI .......................................... A
ADJUSTMENTS VALVE CLEARANCE CHECK NOTE: Hydraulic valve adjusters are used. No adjustment is necessary. If valve seat/face has been serviced or worn parts are suspected, check valve clearance. 1) Remove valve cover. Rotate camshaft so base circle of lobe faces the cam follower to be checked. Using Valve Spring Compressor Lever (49-UN01-135), apply pressure on cam follower until lash adjuster is fully collapsed. 2) While holding lash adjuster fully collapsed, use feeler gauge to measure clearance between base circle of camshaft and camshaft follower. Clearance should preferably be .040-.050" (1.02-1. 27 mm), but allowable clearance is .035-.055" (.89-1.40 mm). See VALVE LASH ADJUSTERS table under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. 3) If clearance exceeds specification, inspect camshaft follower for damage. If camshaft follower is not damaged, check for sticking valve. Ensure valve spring height and camshaft lobe lift are within specification. See VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS and CAMSHAFT tables under ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS. 4) If components are within specification, inspect lash