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Oil Jet Removal/Installation: Installation

  1. Temporarily install the crankshaft, connecting rod, and piston to the cylinder block.
  2. Coat the oil jet into the hole and align the nozzle with the piston's notch.
    Fig 1: Identifying Piston Notch
    G00395606Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Fill the oil jet into the hole and align the nozzle with the piston's notch.
  4. Put the cylinder block on the press stand.
  5. Verify that the oil jet nozzle is properly aligned.
    CAUTION: If the oil jet nozzle is not properly aligned after being pressed in, it can damage the oil jet, cylinder block and the pistons.
  6. Press fit the oil jet into the cylinder block.
    Fig 2: Installing Oil Jet Into Cylinder Block
    G00395607Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Depth 

    11.0-10.5 mm {0.44-0.41 in} 

    Pressure 

    3.2 kN {330 kgf, 726 lbf} min. 

    CAUTION:
    • Depth over specification can damage the oil jet nozzle.
    • Pressure below specification indicates loose fit. Replace the cylinder block and oil jet.