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Camshafts - RH: Installation

NOTE: Be sure camshaft bearing caps are installed in the original positions.
  1. Lubricate camshafts with SAE 5W-30 motor oil and carefully position the camshafts into the cylinder head.
    1. Align the camshafts as shown.
      Fig 1: Aligning Camshafts
      G01151756Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. CAUTION: Do not install the camshaft journal thrust caps until all of the camshaft bearing caps have been installed, or damage to the thrust caps may occur.
    Fig 2: Installing Bearing Caps
    G01151757Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing caps with SAE 5W-30 motor oil and install the bearing caps and loosely install the bolts.
  3. Lubricate the bearing surfaces of the camshaft bearing thrust caps with SAE 5W-30 motor oil. Install the bearing thrust caps and loosely install the bolts.
    Fig 3: Installing Bearing Thrust Caps
    G01151758Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 4: RH Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G01151759Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the timing drive components. Refer to TIMING DRIVE COMPONENTS .
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