Tappet And Adjustment Shim Removal/Installation: Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the timing belt. (See TIMING BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the air gap between the crankshaft position sensor.
- Inspect the engine oil level.
- Start the engine, and inspect the following and adjust if necessary:
- Pulley and belt for runout or contact
- Engine oil and engine coolant for leakage
- Ignition timing
- Operation of auxiliary parts