Mazda AJ-VE engine
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The Mazda AJ-VE 3.0-liter gasoline engine was produced by the company from 2007 to 2011 and was installed only in the second generation Tribute crossover for the North American market. This unit was essentially a modification of the AJ-DE internal combustion engine and was distinguished by the presence of phase regulators.
This motor belongs to the Duratec V6 series.
Specifications of the Mazda AJ-VE 3.0 liter engine
| Exact volume | 2967 cm³ |
| Supply system | distribution injection |
| Internal combustion engine power | 240 hp |
| Torque | 300 Nm |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Bore | 89 mm |
| Piston stroke | 79.5 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.3 |
| Features of the internal combustion engine | DOHC |
| Hydraulic compensators | Yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | at the inlet |
| Turbocharging | no |
| What kind of oil to pour | 5.7 liters 5W-30 |
| fuel type | AI-95 |
| Environmental class | EURO 4 |
| Approximate resource | 350 000 km |
The weight of the AJ-VE engine according to the catalog is 175 kg
The AJ-VE engine number is located at the junction of the block with the pallet
Fuel consumption internal combustion engine Mazda AJ-VE
Using the example of a 2009 Mazda Tribute with an automatic transmission:
| City | 13.1 liters |
| Track | 9.8 liters |
| Mixed | 10.9 liters |
Which cars were equipped with the AJ-VE 3.0 l engine
| Tribute II (EP) | 2007 – 2011 |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems of the AJ-VE internal combustion engine
This engine has no problems with reliability, but many people are not happy with fuel consumption.
From low-quality fuel, candles, coils and a gasoline pump quickly fail.
Cooling radiators and a water pump are not the biggest resource
Very often there are oil leaks in the area of \uXNUMXb\uXNUMXbthe oil pan or cylinder head covers
After 200 km, piston rings usually lie down and lubricant consumption appears.
