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Removal & Installation

  1. Remove the LH and RH valve covers. Refer to VALVE COVER - LH  and VALVE COVER - RH  .
  2. Remove the LH and RH spark plugs.
    Fig 1: Removing Spark Plugs
    G01151760Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the RH front wheel.
  4. Remove the splash shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Splash Shield
    G01151761Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Rotate the crankshaft until the camshaft lobe is pointing directly away from the follower.
  6. Using the special tool, remove the followers.
    Fig 3: Removing Followers
    G01151762Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Lubricate the camshaft followers with SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil.