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Camshaft Caps (LH) Removal Note

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CAUTION:
  • Remove the camshaft bearing thrust caps No. 1L and 6L first. Do not loosen any of the other bolts until the thrust caps are removed, or damage to the thrust caps may occur.
NOTE:
  • Cylinder head and the camshaft bearing caps are numbered to make sure they are assembled in their original position. When removed, keep the bearing caps with the cylinder head from where they were removed together. Do not mix the caps.
  1. Loosen bolts in several passes.
    NOTE:
    • Do not remove bolts completely.
  2. Remove the camshaft (LH) thrust caps 1L and 6L.
    Fig 1: Removing Sequence Of LH Camshaft Thrust Caps - 1L & 6L
    G01929645Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Loosen the remaining bolts 7-8 turns in the indicated sequence in Fig 2 to allow the camshaft (LH) to rise.
    Fig 2: Removing Sequence Of LH Camshaft Thrust Caps - All Remaining
    G01929646Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.