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Camshafts Removal/Installation - 2.3L: Removal

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  1. Remove the timing chain and sprockets. See TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.3L .
  2. Remove the special tool.
    Fig 1: Removing Special Tool
    G03728099Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION:
    • Failure to follow the camshaft loosening procedure can result in damage to the camshafts.
    NOTE:
    • Note the position of the lobes on the No. 1 cylinder before removing the camshafts for assembly reference.
  3. Remove the camshafts from the engine.
    • Loosen the camshaft bearing cap bolts, in sequence, one turn at a time.
      • Fig 2: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Camshaft Bearing Cap Bolts
      G03728100Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    • Repeat the first step until all tension is released from the camshaft bearing caps.
    • Remove the camshaft bearing caps.
    • Remove the camshafts.
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