Mazda 2006-2008 RX7 Engine - Engine Front Cover Assembly Note; Crankshaft Pulley Lock Bolt Assembly Note

MECHANICAL
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Engine Front Cover Assembly Note
1. Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover as
shown in the figure.
Caution
• Install the cylinder head cover within 10
min of applying the silicone sealant.
• Silicone sealant is not need in area C as
indicated below due to an existing. (With
variable valve timing mechanism)
• Make sure that there is no oil or dust on
the seal side of oil pan.
Thickness
A: 2.2—3.2 mm {0.087—0.125 in}
B: 1.5—2.5 mm {0.059—0.098 in}
2. Install the cylinder head cover bolts in the order
as shown in the figure.
Crankshaft Pulley Lock Bolt Assembly Note
1. Install the SST to the camshaft as shown in the
figure.
Bolt No. Tightening torque N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
1—18 8.0—11.5 N·m
{81.6—117.2 kgf·cm, 70.9—101.7 in·lbf}
19—22 40—55 {4.1—5.6, 29.6—40.5}
A
B
B
C
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