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MAZDA Protege
BF / BJ / 1996-2003 / Sedan / Hatchback / Wagon / Sedan/Hatchback/Wagon
North America, Japan, Europe, Australia (varies by region)Global (mainly North America, Japan, Australia, Europe)North America, Japan, Europe, select other global marketsNorth America, Japan, Australia, EuropeNorth America, Asia, Australia, selected global marketsNorth America, Asia, Australia; variations exist by regionCoverage: expanded
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1996 MAZDA Protege Z5-DE/B6-ZE (DB)
DB / Z5-DE, B6-ZE, F2-DE / Main engines included the 1.5L Z5-DE and 1.6L B6-ZE inline-4 used globally; in some markets, especially North America and Japan, the 2.0L F2-DE inline-4 was available.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 to 10W-30 conventional or synthetic, meeting API SF/SJ standardsOil capacity: Approximately 3.4 liters (including filter); service-fill volume with filter change when applicableRelated: Z5-DE, B6-ZE, F2-DE
1998 MAZDA Protege Z5-DE/ZL-DE (BJ)
BJ / Z5-DE, ZL-DE, Z5-DOHC / 1.5L Inline-4 SOHC (Z5-DE), 1.8L Inline-4 DOHC (ZL-DE), 1.5L Inline-4 DOHC (Z5-DOHC in some markets)
GoldOpen details
Oil type: API SF/SG or higher grade 5W-30 or 10W-30Oil capacity: Around 3.3 liters service-fill including filter change (varies by engine code)Related: Z5-DE (1.5L SOHC), ZL-DE (1.8L DOHC), Z5-DOHC (1.5L DOHC)
1999 MAZDA Protege FS-DE/Z5-DE (BJ)
BJ / FS-DE, Z5-DE, Z5-DEL, B6-ME / The 1999 Mazda Protege BJ was offered with several inline-4 engines depending on market: the 1.5L Z5-DE (primarily Japan and some export markets), the 1.6L FS-DE (North America, Europe), and the 1.8L Z5-DEL (Japan and some regions). In selected Asian markets, the older 1.6L B6-ME MI16 engine was also available.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 engine oil meeting API service standards for gasoline enginesOil capacity: 4.5 liters total (including filter) service-fillRelated: BJ chassis, FS-DE engine, Z5-DE engine
2000 MAZDA Protege FS-DE/ZL-VE (BJ)
BJ / FS-DE, ZL-VE, FP-DE / The 2000 Mazda Protegé generally came with 1.5L 4-cylinder FS-DE (Japan, Oceania), 1.6L ZL-VE (Australia), or 1.8L FP-DE engines (North America). These are DOHC inline-4 engines with multi-point fuel injection.
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30, API SL or higherOil capacity: Approx. 3.8 L including filter (service-fill)Related: FS-DE, ZL-VE, FP-DE
2002 MAZDA Protege FS-DE/ZJ-VE (BJ)
BJ / FS-DE, ZJ-VE, FS-ZE / 1.6L and 1.8L inline-4 gasoline engines, SOHC/DOHC variants depending on market; variations exist between North American and Asian markets.
SilverOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-30 API Service SM or higherOil capacity: Approximately 3.7 liters (3.9 US qt) service fill including filter (varies by engine variant and market)Related: FS, ZJ
2003 MAZDA Protege FS-DE/Z5-DE (BJ)
BJ / FS-DE, Z5-DE / 2003 Mazda Protege primarily equipped with 2.0L inline-4 engines; FS-DE for North America, Z5-DE in some Asian markets
GoldOpen details
Oil type: SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30, API SM or higherOil capacity: 4.2 liters (includes oil filter; service fill recommended)Related: FS, Z5
Engine codes by year
| Year | Trim | Engine codes | Displacement | Fuel system |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | technical-profile | Z5-DE, B6-ZE, F2-DE | 1498-1998 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 1998 | technical-profile | Z5-DE, ZL-DE, Z5-DOHC | 1498 cc to 1839 cc | Fuel injection (multi-point) |
| 1999 | technical-profile | FS-DE, Z5-DE, Z5-DEL, B6-ME | 1.5L to 1.8L inline-4 | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2000 | technical-profile | FS-DE, ZL-VE, FP-DE | 1.5L to 1.8L | Multi-point fuel injection |
| 2002 | technical-profile | FS-DE, ZJ-VE, FS-ZE | 1598 cc (1.6L) or 1839 cc (1.8L) | Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| 2003 | technical-profile | FS-DE, Z5-DE | 1998 cc | Multi-point fuel injection |
Oil capacity by engine
| Year | Engine codes | Oil type | Oil capacity | Fluid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | Z5-DE, B6-ZE, F2-DE | SAE 5W-30 to 10W-30 conventional or synthetic, meeting API SF/SJ standards | Approximately 3.4 liters (including filter); service-fill volume with filter change when applicable | Mazda FL-4 or equivalent Dexron III automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual gear oil varies by market |
| 1998 | Z5-DE, ZL-DE, Z5-DOHC | API SF/SG or higher grade 5W-30 or 10W-30 | Around 3.3 liters service-fill including filter change (varies by engine code) | Mazda ATF M-III for automatic |
| 1999 | FS-DE, Z5-DE, Z5-DEL, B6-ME | SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 engine oil meeting API service standards for gasoline engines | 4.5 liters total (including filter) service-fill | Dexron/Mercury type ATF for automatic; API GL-4 gear oil for manual |
| 2000 | FS-DE, ZL-VE, FP-DE | SAE 5W-30, API SL or higher | Approx. 3.8 L including filter (service-fill) | Mazda Genuine ATF or equivalent |
| 2002 | FS-DE, ZJ-VE, FS-ZE | SAE 5W-30 API Service SM or higher | Approximately 3.7 liters (3.9 US qt) service fill including filter (varies by engine variant and market) | Use Mazda M-V or Dexron II/III ATF for automatic; manual transmission fluid per Mazda specs |
| 2003 | FS-DE, Z5-DE | SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30, API SM or higher | 4.2 liters (includes oil filter; service fill recommended) | Mazda M-V or equivalent ATF (automatic); 75W-90 GL-4 gear oil (manual) |
Technical specifications
- Engines: Z5-DE, B6-ZE, F2-DE, ZL-DE, Z5-DOHC, FS-DE, Z5-DEL, B6-ME, ZL-VE, FP-DE, ZJ-VE, FS-ZE
- Transmissions: 5-speed manual gearbox available with all gasoline engines, 4-speed automatic available on selected trims and markets, Mazda FL-4 or equivalent Dexron III automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual gear oil varies by market, 5-speed manual available, 4-speed automatic available in most markets, Mazda ATF M-III for automatic, 5-speed manual (varies by market and engine), 4-speed automatic (available in some markets)
- Tire sizes: 175/70R13, 185/65R14, depending on trim and market, 195/60R15, P185/65R14, P195/60R15, P205/50R16
- Bolt pattern: Verify by exact trim and wheel package
- Wheel torque: Verify by VIN and wheel package
- Battery: Verify by engine, market and equipment package
Fluids and service data
- Engine oil: SAE 5W-30 to 10W-30 conventional or synthetic, meeting API SF/SJ standards / API SF/SG or higher grade 5W-30 or 10W-30 / SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 engine oil meeting API service standards for gasoline engines / SAE 5W-30, API SL or higher
- Transmission fluid: Mazda FL-4 or equivalent Dexron III automatic transmission fluid for automatics; manual gear oil varies by market / Mazda ATF M-III for automatic / Dexron/Mercury type ATF for automatic; API GL-4 gear oil for manual / Mazda Genuine ATF or equivalent
- Coolant: Approximately 6.5 liters / Approx. 6 liters / 6.0 liters (approximate, varies by trim and radiator size) / Approx. 6.0 L
- Brake fluid: DOT 3 or DOT 4 depending on market regulations / DOT 3, change interval ~2 years / DOT 3 or DOT 4 / DOT 3 or DOT 4 recommended
Known problems
- Timing belt wear requiring 60,000-90,000 mile replacement
- Rust susceptibility in humid climates
- Idle air control valve issues leading to rough idle
- Timing belt wear if not replaced per schedule
- Rust in colder climates
- Suspension wear
- Timing belt wear requiring replacement every 60,000 miles
- Rear main seal oil leaks
- Ignition coil failure in some markets
- Timing belt wear needing replacement at recommended intervals
- Ignition coil packs failure in 1.8L engines
- Suspension wear in high mileage vehicles