Engine Front Cover Installation Note

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CAUTION:

Install the engine front cover within 10 min of applying the silicone sealant.
Silicone sealant is not needed in area C as indicated. (L3 with variable valve timing mechanism).
They are oil and a thing without adhesion of dust to a seal side.

Fig 1: Applying Silicone Sealant To Engine Front Cover

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover as shown in the figure.
Thickness

A: 2.2-3.2 mm {0.087-0.125 in}

B: 1.5-2.5 mm {0.059-0.098 in}

Install the engine front cover bolts in the order shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Engine Front Cover Bolt Tightening Sequence

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION

Bolt No.	Tightening Torque
1-18	8.0-11.5 N.m {81.6-117.2 kgf.cm, 70.9-101.7 in.lbf}
19-22	40-55 N.m {4.1-5.6 kgf.m, 29.7-40.5 ft.lbf}
23	20-30 N.m {2.1-3.0 kgf.m, 14.8-22.1 ft.lbf}