Mazda Engine Number

Mazda Engine Number

A Mazda engine number, also known as a VIN, is a 17-digit code that is unique to each vehicle. It can be found on a plate located on the engine or on the dashboard, and it contains important information about your vehicle, including the make, model, and engine type.

Mazda Engine Number Location

Mazda 2
and on engine type: FYJA (Ford-Motor), Y6
Mazda engine number location
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Mazda engine number location
Mazda 3 (1,6 i, 77 Kw)
and on engine type: Z6, L3
Mazda 3 engine number location
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Mazda engine number location
Mazda Engine Number MX5
A = 1,6 litre engine
B = 1.9 litre engine
Mazda MX 5 new
A= 1,8 litre engine
Engine number 2,0 litre see Mazda 6

Mazda MX5 engine number location
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Mazda engine number
Mazda 6 + MX-5 new 2,0 litre engine
Mazda CX 7, Mazda 2 (from MY 2007)
and on engine type: LF, MZR 2.0 DISI i-stop, L5, L8
Mazda engine number
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Mazda engine number
Mazda RX 8 (Wankel engine)
Engine type: 13B
Mazda RX 8 engine number location
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Mazda engine number location
Mazda Premacy Engine Number
Mazda Premacy Engine Number location
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Mazda Premacy Engine Number
Mazda 2 DJ Engine Number Location
Engine type: Skyactiv G 1.5
Mazda CX 5 Enigine Number Location
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Mazda CX 5 Enigine Number
Mazda 3 , Mazda 5 Engine Number Location
on engine type: MZR CD, RF Turbo
Mazda 2 DJ Enigine Number Location
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Mazda 2 DJ Enigine Number
Mazda CX 9
on engine type: MZi 3,7 Litre
Mazda CX9 Engine Number Location
Driving direction = w
Mazda 5, Mazda 2
on engine type: MZ-CD 1.6
Mazda 5 Engine Number Location
Driving direction = v
Mazda 2, Mazda 3 (MY 2013 -)
on engine type: MZR 1.3 and MZR 1.5 and MZR 1.6
Mazda 2 Engine Number Location
Driving direction = v
 Mazda 3 (from MY 2013), Mazda CX-5 Mazda 6 GJ, Mazda 2 DJ
on engine type: Skyactiv-G 1.3, 1,5, 2.0; 2.2 and 2,5
Mazda 6 GJ Engine Number Location
Driving direction = v
Mazda 3 (- MY 2013), Mazda 5
on engine type: MZR CD, RF Turbo
Mazda 3 engine number location
Driving direction =w
Mazda 6, Mazda 5
on engine type: MZR
Mazda 6 Engine Number Location
Driving direction =v

Mazda 3 (from MY 2013), Mazda CX-5
Mazda 6 GJ, Mazda 2 DJ on engine type: Skyactiv-D 1.5, 2.2

Mazda CX-5 Engine Number Location
Driving direction = v

Why is a Mazda Engine Number Important?

When you bring your Mazda to a mechanic for service or repairs, the Mazda engine number is one of the first things they’ll ask for. This is because the engine number is used to identify the specific engine in your vehicle, and it can tell a mechanic important information about the engine, such as its size, power, and compatibility with other parts.

Having the correct engine number also ensures that you get the right parts when ordering replacement parts. An incorrect engine number can lead to receiving the wrong parts, which can cause further damage to your vehicle or make the repair ineffective.

Mazda Engine Number Decoder

13 B392247
12
1=Engine type (2 or 3 character)
2=Engine Number
LF123456
12

Or

PE12345678
12
1=Engine type (see engine name with engine code in Mazda VIN Decoder)
2=Engine Number

EXCEPTION! The Mazda 2 was fitted with Ford engines: (until MY 2007)

FYJA3L 82411
12
1=Engine type
2=Engine number = last 7 digits of the Mazda VIN Number

In conclusion, knowing your Mazda engine number is essential for maintaining and repairing your vehicle. It ensures that you get the right parts and service, and it can also be helpful in case of theft or an accident. Make sure to keep your engine number handy and bring it with you when you visit a mechanic or order replacement parts.