{"product_id":"2006-2009-mazda-3-jdm-l3-ve-2-3l-inline-4-dohc-16-valve-vvt-engine","title":"2006 2007 2008 2009 Mazda 3 2.3L Inline-4 DOHC 16V VVT Engine JDM L3-VE","description":"\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEngine Code\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eL3-VE (MZR Platform)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDisplacement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003e2.3 Liters (2,261 cc)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eValvetrain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003eDOHC 16-Valve with VVT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003eUsed JDM Import (Low Mileage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMileage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003eApprox. 48K Miles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAspiration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003eNaturally Aspirated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eThis engine serves as a direct replacement for the following North American models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMazda 3 \"s\" (Sedan \u0026amp; Hatchback):\u003c\/b\u003e 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChassis Code:\u003c\/b\u003e BK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCompatibility Note:\u003c\/b\u003e Specifically for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"41\"\u003eNaturally Aspirated 2.3L\u003c\/b\u003e. It is \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e compatible with the 2.0L models or the Mazdaspeed 3 (L3-VDT Turbo) models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eJDM to USDM Installation \u0026amp; Technical Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eTo ensure 100% OBDII compliance and a \"plug-and-play\" experience, professional Mazda technicians recommend these \"Long Block\" swap steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExternal Component Swap:\u003c\/b\u003e You \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003emust\u003c\/b\u003e transfer your original \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eUSDM Intake Manifold, Exhaust Manifold, and Alternator\u003c\/b\u003e to the JDM long block. JDM versions may have different vacuum line routings or sensor plug orientations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSensors:\u003c\/b\u003e Use your original \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"27\"\u003eUSDM Sensors (Camshaft, Crankshaft, and Knock Sensor)\u003c\/b\u003e. JDM sensors can occasionally have different resistance values that may trigger a \"Check Engine\" light on a USDM ECU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVariable Valve Timing (VVT):\u003c\/b\u003e We recommend inspecting or replacing the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"70\"\u003eVVT Actuator and Timing Chain Tensioner\u003c\/b\u003e while the engine is out. Even with low-mileage JDM units, these are common wear items on the L3-VE platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEGR System:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure you reuse your \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003eUSDM EGR Valve and Tube\u003c\/b\u003e. JDM engines often have different emissions configurations; using your original parts ensures the car passes local emissions testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFluid Service:\u003c\/b\u003e Fill with high-quality \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"38\"\u003e5W-20 or 5W-30 synthetic oil\u003c\/b\u003e and a fresh Mazda-spec filter. Always use \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003eGenuine Mazda FL22 Coolant\u003c\/b\u003e to prevent internal corrosion of the aluminum block and head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Mazda","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45797001035833,"sku":null,"price":1199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/0706\/8473\/files\/IMG_2412_ec1600f9-9ba5-46c3-8060-ef54787b0f3e.jpg?v=1777743567","url":"https:\/\/allstarjdm.com\/products\/2006-2009-mazda-3-jdm-l3-ve-2-3l-inline-4-dohc-16-valve-vvt-engine","provider":"All Star JDM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}