Vehicle Maintenance Mazda 323 (BG)

Maintenance intervals
Every 5000 km or once every 6 months Engine: oil change. Every 10,000 km or once every 6 months Engine Engine Oil: Replace, replace main oil filter. Engine: Visual...

Maintenance work
Engine and exhaust system The following maintenance items must be performed as scheduled: Engine: Check oil level. Engine: Oil change, replace oil and bypass filters....

Engine oil change
To change the oil you will need the following tools: 1. Inspection pit or hydraulic lift with supports. 2. Special device for loosening the oil filter (oil filter...

Replacing the oil filter
1. Unscrew the oil filter. The oil filter is located, looking in the direction of travel, at the back of the cylinder block. There is a special tool for unscrewing the...

Replacing the bypass oil filter
Diesel engines up to 9/89 have a bypass oil filter. It is located on the pipe screwed to the oil pan. 1. Unscrew the oil filter. The oil filter is located, looking in...

Visual inspection for oil leaks
1. If the engine is covered with oil and the oil consumption is high, you should check where the oil is leaking. To do this, check the following places: Open the filler...

Checking the engine oil level
The engine oil level should be checked every 1,000 km and topped up if necessary. The engine should consume no more than 1 liter of oil per 1,000 km. Higher consumption...

Checking the coolant level
The coolant level should be checked at regular intervals - approximately every 4 weeks, and before each major trip. For topping up, even in warm weather, use only a...

Replacing the coolant
The coolant should be replaced as part of the maintenance every 2 years or every 40,000 km. For a description of the operation, see Chapter Engine cooling system ,...

Visual inspection of the cooling system for leaks
1. Check coolant hoses for cracks, replace hardened hoses. 2. The hoses must be placed on the fittings deep enough. 3. Check the tightness of the hose clamps. If...

Frost resistance test
The following tool is required: A test probe available commercially and made available at petrol stations. 1. Regularly before the start of the winter season, the...

Adjusting valve clearances
If the work is performed incorrectly, it can lead to significant damage to the engine. Attention should be paid to the accuracy of the work. Adjusting the valve...

Tightening the cylinder head bolts
Tightening the cylinder head bolts is described in Section Removal and installation the cylinder head/replacing the cylinder head gasket . The following wearing part is...

Tightening the intake and exhaust manifold bolts
No spare wear parts required. Gasoline engine 1. Tighten the intake manifold bolt with force 20 Nm (BP engine - DOHC: 45 Nm ). 2. Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts with...

Checking the throttle position sensor
This work should only be performed on vehicles with a petrol injection engine. The following special tools are required: Ohmmeter. Flat feeler gauge. No spare parts...

Checking the ignition timing
The following special tools are required: Tachometer. Stroboscope. No spare parts required. Instructions for operation are in Chapter Ignition system .

Replacing spark plugs / checking electrical contacts
You will need a special tool: Spark plug wrench. Additionally, it is recommended to purchase special pliers, for example, HAZET 1849, to facilitate the removal of spark...

Replacing the air filter element
No special tool is required. The following spare parts must be purchased: Air filter element. When purchasing a filter element, please note that the element required is...

Draining diesel engine fuel filter sediment / replacing fuel filter
No special tool required. The following spare parts must be purchased: Injection engines: 2 copper gaskets. Fuel filter for the corresponding engine. When purchasing,...

Checking V-belt / tension / replacing toothed belt
Checking the V-belt No special tools required. Necessary spare parts: 1 V-belt. The length depends on the engine type. Consider this when purchasing. Too little tension...

Visual inspection of the exhaust system
1. Raise the car. 2. Check the tightness of the mounting clamps. 3. Check the system with a lamp for holes, rusted parts, replace if necessary.

Gearbox/wheel drive
Manual transmission: Visually check for leaks. Manual transmission: Check the oil level, top up if necessary. Manual transmission: Change oil. Automatic transmission:...

Visual inspection of gearbox tightness
1. Possible leak locations are: 2. The junction of the cylinder block and gearbox (flywheel gasket/gearbox seal). 3. The junction of the gearbox housing halves. 4. Oil...

Manual transmission — checking the oil level
You will need the following parts: 4WD vehicles: Check plug gasket. Transmission oil according to specification: Cars up to 9/89: temperature above -18°C: API GL-4 or...

Manual transmission — oil change
The following spare parts are required: Drain plug gasket. Transmission oil according to specification: Cars up to 9/89: temperature above -18°C: API GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 90...

Automatic transmission — checking the oil level
The following spare parts are required: ATF Dexron - II or M-III Examination 1. Warm up the engine by driving 20 km, then the gearbox oil temperature will be at least...

Differential box and transfer case — checking the oil level
On all-wheel drive vehicles, it is necessary to check the oil level in the differential box and in the transfer case. The following spare parts are required: Oil filler...

Differential box and transfer case — oil change
On all-wheel drive vehicles, it is necessary to change the oil in the differential box and in the transfer case. The following spare parts are required: Oil filler and...

Checking the rubber seals of the drive shafts
1. Raise the car. 2. Pay attention to visible traces of grease on the cuffs and in their surroundings. 3. Check the tightness of the clamping clamps. 4. Check the cuffs...

Checking the clutch fluid level
Depending on the model and version, the MAZDA 323 may have a separate reservoir for the clutch fluid. The expansion tank is located in the engine compartment next to the...

Checking/Adjusting the Clutch Pedal
Adjustment of the clutch pedal must be carried out as part of maintenance. For a description of the work, see Chapter Clutch .

Brakes / tires / wheels
Brake system: Check lines, hoses, brake cylinders and fittings for leaks and damage. Brake system: Check the brake fluid level and the thickness of the brake pads. Disc...

Checking the brake fluid level
The brake fluid expansion tank is located in the engine compartment. It has two chambers, one for each brake circuit. The cap has a ventilation hole that should not...

Checking the thickness of brake pads
Disc brakes 1. Mark the position of the wheel disk relative to the hub so that the balanced wheel can be installed in its original place. Loosen the wheel bolts. 2....

Checking the parking brake
The parking brake acts on the rear wheels. Cars up to 9/89 issue. and all "station wagon" models 1. Tighten the handbrake with a force of 200 N, which corresponds to 20...

Replacing brake fluid
Special tool required: Open-end wrench for bleed valves. Necessary spare parts: Brake fluid specifications SAE J 1703, DOT 3. Brake fluid absorbs moisture from the air...

Checking tire pressure
Check tire pressure only when tires are cold. The tyre pressure should be checked once a month and as part of the maintenance. For tyre pressure chart, see Chapter...

Checking the tread on the tires
Tires of balanced wheels wear evenly over the entire working surface, provided that the prescribed tire pressure is observed, the wheels are correctly adjusted and the...

Checking the tire valve
1. Unscrew the tire valve cap. 2. Apply a little saliva or soapy water to the valve. If a bubble forms, the valve should be tightened with the back of the cap....

Steering / Front Wheel Drive
Tie rod ends: Check play and fastening, check dust boots. Ball joints: Check the dust boots. Steering: Check for play, check covers for leaks and damage. Servo control:...

Checking the tie rod end/ball joint boots
1. Raise the front of the vehicle. 2. Illuminate the anthers on the right and left with a lamp and check for damage, paying attention to traces of grease on the cuffs...

Checking the steering play
1. Set the steering wheel to the center position. 2. Move the steering wheel from side to side, while watching the front wheels. The steering wheel can have a maximum...

Checking the servo control oil level
Wear parts: ATF Dexron-II. Examination The power steering oil level should be checked on the expansion tank with the engine off. Up to 9/89 issue. and all "station...

Electrical equipment of the car
Lighting system: Check all headlights, taillights and indicators, adjust headlights if necessary. Check the operation of all electricity consumers. Sound signal: Check....

Checking the battery
Special tool required: Protective acid-resistant grease, such as BOSH pole grease. Steel wire brush (for cleaning poles and terminals). Hydrometer. Necessary spare...

Body/interior equipment
Hinges, door locks: Lubricate. Upper and lower parts of the hood and trunk locks: Lubricate with universal grease. Protective mastic of the bottom and preservation of...

Visual inspection of all seat belts
Warning! The noise when pulling out the belt is functional. If there is unusual noise, the seat belt can only be replaced. Under no circumstances should oil or grease be...

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