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Valve Tappets: Removal

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  1. Remove the camshafts. Refer to CAMSHAFTS .
  2. CAUTION: If the camshaft and valve tappets are to be reused, mark the location of the valve tappets to make sure that they are assembled in their original positions.
    Fig 1: Removing Valve Tappets
    G02170640Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the valve tappets from the cylinder head.
  4. Inspect the valve tappets. Refer to VALVE TAPPET - INSPECTION .
  5. NOTE: Make sure the valve tappets are installed in their original locations.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    1. Lubricate the valve tappet with SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil.