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Mazda 323, Protege 2004 Parts Catalog

If you’re digging into a 1990-94 Mazda 323 or Protege, you need more than a guess. You need the exact part number. This Mazda 323, Protege 2004 Parts Catalog is the factory-issued parts reference for those years. I’ve seen guys waste a weekend ordering the wrong grille because they used the aftermarket cross-reference. Don’t be that guy. This catalog lists every clip, molding, and nameplate with the specific Mazda part number, paint code, and application. It’s 17 pages of pure OEM data.

3 Reasons to Order Parts by OEM Number

First, aftermarket catalogs combine years. Second, they leave out trim variations. Third, they guess on paint codes. This catalog doesn’t. It separates hatchback, sedan, and wagon. It lists paint codes like “5D Harbor Blue MC” and “6N Current Blue MC” so you order the right color. Page 45 (the grille section) shows that the 1990-92 hatchback grille uses part number BRY3-50-710, while the 1993-95 uses BBYB-50-710B. Those two numbers look similar but they are not the same. Get it right the first time.

Grille Section: Paint Codes and Clip Part Numbers

Look at the grille breakdown. The catalog gives you the grille assembly (P) paint-to-match, then the emblem, clips, and moulding. For the 1990-92 sedan, the moulding part numbers are B455-50-7J1-5D (right) and B455-50-7K1-5D (left). That “5D” suffix is the paint code. If you order without specifying the paint code, you’ll get a raw part that needs painting. The catalog lists a table of paint codes by name and color. The clip part numbers are included too — B092-50-715 for the grille side clip. That clip is used across multiple years. Handy to know.

Does This Catalog Cover the Wagon and Sedan Variants?

Yes. The OCR excerpt shows “REAR BUMPER Cont’d” with a WAGON section, listing center and outer bumper parts. The grille section separately lists HATCHBACK, SEDAN, and WAGON with their own part numbers. The 1990-92 sedan grille is BAYC-50-710, the 1993 sedan is BBYD-50-710A. If you own a wagon, you’ll find the bumper center part BJ19-50-221. This catalog is model-specific, not generic.

That matters.

Why a 2004 Catalog for 1990–94 Models Still Matters

Because Mazda published it in 2004 — after the models were out of production — using the original factory data. That means it includes supersessions and corrections. Aftermarket catalogs from 2004 might not have that. This is the real thing: printed April 22, 2004, version Manufacturer. I trust OEM documentation over third-party every time. Aftermarket parts listings often have typos in part numbers. One wrong digit and you get a part that doesn’t fit. This catalog eliminates that risk.

Using the Parts Catalog with a Workshop Manual

A parts catalog tells you what to buy. A workshop manual tells you how to install it. They work together. For example, if you need the grille clip torque? There is no torque spec for a plastic clip — but the workshop manual covers that. I recommend pairing this catalog with a factory workshop manual for your specific year. Check out the Mazda 323 1988 Workshop Manual or Mazda 323 1989 Workshop Manual for earlier models, or the Mazda 323 4WD Parts Catalog if you have the four-wheel drive variant. For general automotive part numbering standards, see Automotive Industry Overview. If you need battery tray or terminal part numbers, the Automotive Battery reference might help, but this catalog does cover some electrical components (though not shown in the snippet).

Q: Can I use this catalog to find parts for my 1995 Protege?

A: This catalog covers 1990-1994 model years. For 1995 Protege, check the 1993-95 hatchback section — it may share some parts, but you’ll need the correct 1995 catalog for accuracy.

Q: Are torque specifications included in this parts catalog?

A: No. A parts catalog lists part numbers and paint codes, not torque specs. For torque values, you need the factory workshop manual. They are two different documents — buy both if you’re serious about the repair.

If you want to stop guessing on part numbers and get the job done with the right parts, access the factory manual. This is the exact same document Mazda dealers used to order parts. 17 pages of verified OEM data, published 2004. No reprints, no aftermarket interpretations. Click the button to access.