Mazda L3C1 engine
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The 2.3-liter Mazda L3C1 engine was produced at the company's enterprise from 2002 to 2008 and was installed only on the first generation of the sixth series model popular in our market. In fact, this power unit is not very different from its counterpart under the symbol L3‑VE.
L-engine: L8‑DE, L813, LF‑DE, LF‑VD, LF17, LFF7, L3‑VE, L3‑VDT and L5‑VE.
Specifications of the Mazda L3C1 2.3 liter engine
| Exact volume | 2261 cm³ |
| Supply system | distribution injection |
| Internal combustion engine power | 165 hp |
| Torque | 205 Nm |
| Cylinder block | aluminum R4 |
| Block head | aluminum 16v |
| Bore | 87.5 mm |
| Piston stroke | 94 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.6 |
| Features of the internal combustion engine | DOHC, balancers |
| Hydraulic compensators | no |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on the S-VT intake |
| Turbocharging | no |
| What kind of oil to pour | 3.5 liters 5W-30 |
| fuel type | AI-92 |
| Environmental class | EURO 4 |
| Approximate resource | 280 000 km |
The weight of the L3C1 engine according to the catalog is 130 kg
The engine number L3C1 is located at the back, at the junction of the internal combustion engine with the box
Fuel consumption Mazda L3-C1
Using the example of a 6 Mazda 2007 with a manual transmission:
| City | 11.1 liters |
| Track | 6.7 liters |
| Mixed | 8.2 liters |
Which cars were equipped with the L3C1 2.3 l engine
| 6 I (GG) | 2002 – 2008 |
Disadvantages, breakdowns and problems of L3C1
Most of the complaints on specialized forums are related to high lubricant consumption.
In second place in terms of mass are problems with intake manifold flaps.
The weak points of the motor also include a thermostat, pump, lambda probe and engine mounts
After 200 km, the timing chain is often extended, the phase regulator fails
Do not forget to adjust the valves every 90 km, there are no hydraulic lifters
