Counterweight Installation Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the key to the eccentric shaft.
- Install the counterweight to the eccentric shaft.
- Apply sealant to the seating face.
- Install the locknut to the eccentric shaft and temporarily tighten.
- Lock the counterweight against rotation using the SST, and tighten it to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
392-490 N.m {40-49 kgf.m, 290-361 ft.lbf}