Camshaft Caps (LH) Removal Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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.
- Loosen bolts in several passes.NOTE:
- Do not remove bolts completely.
- Remove the camshaft (LH) thrust caps 1L and 6L.
- Loosen the remaining bolts 7-8 turns in the indicated sequence to allow the camshaft (LH) to rise.