How To: Mazda/Ford 2.5L Swap - Mazda3 Forums
Oct 25, 2015 · A detailed guide on swapping a 2.5L engine into a Mazda3 or 6 from a Ford Escape. Includes part list, tools, tuning, and removal/installation steps.
Engine Swap Compatibility 2.3 to 2.5 - Mazda3 Forums
Oct 21, 2016 · I bought a 2012 ford fusion 2.5. I have already pulled my motor and swapped all the parts from the 2.5. I just dropped the motor in the Mazda yesterday. I ran into a bit of a problem. The serpentine belt that came off the Mazda in the first place seems to be to long now. The diagram below is the rout i am going with it and it is too long.
2016 Mazda 3 2.5 vs 2.0 engine - Mazda3 Forums
Jul 23, 2016 · 2016 Mazda 3 2.5 vs 2.0 engine Jump to Latest 17K views 15 replies 6 participants last post by madmatt2024 Aug 11, 2016
2.3 to ford 2.5 engine swap - Mazda3 Forums
Jul 19, 2017 · The long and short of it is that you can use any 2.5 from Fusion or Escape. To make things the most plug and play, you can also use Mazda 2.5, though you may run into issues with the flapper actuator on the Mazda 2.5 manifold, it runs different ratings than the 2.3 version, and unfortunately they don't bolt to the manifold the same way.
06 2.3l to 10+ 2.5 engine swap | Mazda3 Forums
Dec 3, 2013 · Non turbo 2.3L engine on Mazda 3 and 6: 2004-2007 The engine may begin to burn oil seemingly all of a sudden at 80,000 to 100,000 km. The consumer would likely be unaware of the condition unless they check the oil regularly.
Is it easy to Rebuild a 2.3? - Mazda3 Forums
Apr 10, 2016 · Im an appliance Tech, and i have been rebuilding engines since i was like 13 yrs old, so i dont have a problem doing it, im just fresh into mazda and havent even thought of where to start, my goal is to get it running perfect (i hate anything short of perfect when working on cars) And then build another engine for boost, i have a friend that ...
Mazda 2.3 to 2.5 Engine Replacement? - Mazda3 Forums
Apr 29, 2014 · My 2004 Mazda 3 with the 2.3 needs a replacement engine, would a 2012 2.5 escape motor work? Ive heard of people using the Fusion 2.5 and 2.3 because it is cheaper, but the escape 2.5 I believe is the same as the 2.5 fusion. What would be need to swap engine over, any help would be appreciated thanks!
Strange engine noise at low RPM and in idle. RESOLVED
Jan 28, 2015 · the car (mazda 3 2004, 2.3L, 90000miles) started making strange noise in idle and low RPM. I changed oil (as I do every 5000miles), tested AC on/off while set on cold/hot but the noise does not change. I do not observe any change in car's performance. It sounds like coming from engine head or the back of it but do not know for sure.
Possible 2.5L Swap - Mazda3 Forums
Aug 19, 2018 · I just finished replacing the engine on an 09 mazda6 (2.5L) and at least with that car you either pull both out the top or you remove the waterpump pulley and crank pulley (and retime after install) to get enough room to clear the bellhousing. I found a mazda 2.5 engine for $300 with 120k on it and a auto trans for $120 with 120k so I replaced ...
Engine crank, no start. Solved!!!! - Mazda3 Forums
Mar 9, 2019 · I just completed my engine swap. 2007 Mazda 3 with 2.3l to a 2015 Fusion 2.5l engine. I have spark, fuel, but no start. Engine cranks over just fine. I did not change the intake cam, as it was the same as the 2007 cam. I used the cam alignment tool as well as the SST inserted into the side of the engine when installing the crank pully.