2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
Fig. 67: Removing Exhaust Camshaft Sprocket
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9. Loosen the camshaft cap bolts in several passes in the order shown in the figure.
NOTE:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
The cylinder head and the camshaft caps are numbered to make sure
they are reassembled in their original position. When removed, keep
the caps with the cylinder head they were removed from. Do not mix
the caps.