firing order?

2001 MAZDA 323
217,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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MAXIES101
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Hi just wondering what is the firing order of mazda 323 astina 2001 model ( i think this is a 6th generation-/correct me if im wrong...
Need an answer, help please...

And if its 1342 - what is the valve clearances for intakes and exhaust valves?

Thank you in advance....
I would really appreciate your help

Regards,
Maxi
Dec 6, 2013 at 2:30 PM
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HMAC300
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0010-.0026 (.025-.066)
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metric in parenthesis...... firing order is as you have it listed. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
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Dec 7, 2013 at 8:23 AM
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MAXIES101
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Thank you!
But can you provide me the definite measurement? In mm?...
Dec 7, 2013 at 1:49 PM
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HMAC300
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read above metric or mm is in parenthesis
Dec 7, 2013 at 5:19 PM
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CARSAW
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what order do the spark cables go in around the distributor cap to the cylinders?
Dec 17, 2020 at 9:56 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Hello, Here is the firing order for your car.


https://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/12900_fo_112.jpg

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed. Cheers
Dec 17, 2020 at 9:56 AM (Merged)
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LESLEY MEYER
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I need a picture of how the firing order from engine to distributor. Is it clock wise or anti clock wise? is for midge 1300. 323.
Dec 17, 2020 at 9:56 AM (Merged)
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SCGRANTURISMO
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Hello,

I have included the information that you requested in the diagrams down below. I hope that this helps. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.

Thanks,
Alex
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SALAAM MOHAMED
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I connected the spark plug cables in the wrong order and now the car won't start.
Jan 27, 2021 at 11:21 AM (Merged)
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This engine wasn't offered in the US. However, I believe the attached pic shows the correct routing. Try that and let me know if it works.

Joe
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Jan 27, 2021 at 11:21 AM (Merged)