Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Mazda MPV ESFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Specifications Index
MPV SPECIFICATIONS INDEX
| System | Specification/Procedure | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Conditioning | |||
| Service | SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Axle Nut/Hub Nut (Front) | 173.5-234.9 Ft. Lbs. (235.2-318.5 N.m) | ||
| Battery | See BATTERY LOAD TEST SPECIFICATIONS table under ON-VEHICLE TESTS . | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Bleeding Sequence | BRAKELINE BLEEDING SEQUENCE | ||
| Disc Brakes | DISC BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drum Brakes | DRUM BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Charging | |||
| Generator | GENERATOR SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Drive Belts | |||
| Adjustment | BELT ADJUSTMENT | ||
| Belt Routing | See appropriate graphic under BELT ROUTING . | ||
| Engine Cooling | |||
| General Service Specifications | COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Radiator Cap Pressure | 13.6-17.7 psi | ||
| Thermostat R & I | THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION | ||
| Water Pump R & I | WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION | ||
| Engine Mechanical | |||
| 3.0L V6 | |||
| Compression | ENGINE COMPRESSION | ||
| Oil Pressure | 20-45 psi (138-310 kPa, 1.40-3.17 kg/cm2 ) at 1,500 RPM | ||
| Overhaul | ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Fluid Specifications | See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button. | ||
| Flywheel/Flex Plate/Drive Plate Torque | 54-64 Ft. Lbs. (73-87 N.m) | ||
| Fuel System | |||
| Pressure Specification | 87-115 psi (6.1-8.1 kg/cm2 ) | ||
| Fuel Pressure Test Procedure | FUEL PRESSURE (EXCEPT B2300, B3000, B4000 & TRIBUTE) | ||
| Fuel Filter Location | FUEL FILTER LOCATION | ||
| Fuel Filter R & I | REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (MPV) | ||
| Ignition | |||
| Firing Order & Cylinder Identification | FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION | ||
| Ignition Wires (Resistance) | HIGH TENSION WIRE RESISTANCE | ||
| Ignition Wire Routing | NA | ||
| Spark Plug | |||
| 3.0L V6 (Motorcraft AWSF-32FW) | |||
| Gap | .052-.056 in. (1.3-1.4 mm) | ||
| Torque | 7-15 Ft. Lbs. (9-20 N.m) | ||
| Starting | |||
| Starter | STARTER SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel Alignment | |||
| Adjustment Specifications | WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Torque | TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS | ||
| Wheel & Tire | |||
| Wheel Lug Nut Torque | 79.6-108.4 Ft. Lbs. (107.8-147 N.m) | ||
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.