Timing Chain Disassembly - Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
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WARNING:
6. Mount the engine on the SST (engine stand).
7. Drain the engine oil into a container.
8. Install the oil pan drain plug.
With washer
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1. Install the oil pan drain plug with a new washer.
Tightening torque
30-41 N.m {3.1-4.1 kgf.m, 23-30 ft.lbf}
Without washer
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1. Inspect the seal rubber of the oil pan drain plug and make sure there are no cracks or damage.
- If necessary, replace the oil pan drain plug.
2. Clean the flange surface (seal rubber) on the oil pan drain plug, then install the oil pan drain
plug.
Tightening torque
22-30 N.m {2.2-3.1 kgf.m, 16-22 ft.lbf}
DISMOUNTING
Dismount in the reverse order of mounting.
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TIMING CHAIN DISASSEMBLY

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
Self-locking brake system of the engine stand may not be
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effective when the engine is held in an unbalanced position.
This could lead to sudden, rapid movement of the engine and
mounting stand handle and cause serious injury. Never keep
the engine in an unbalanced position, and always hold the
rotating handle firmly when turning the engine.