Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual page 95

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
2. Use a square ruler to unite the oil pan and the cylinder block junction side on the engine front cover side.
Fig. 92: Using Square Ruler To Align Oil Pan & Cylinder Block
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3. Tighten the rear oil pan bolts in the order as shown in the figure.
Tightening torque
17-23 N.m
{1.8-2.3 kgf.m, 12.6-16.9 ft.lbf}
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport