Valve Clearance Inspection - Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
Fig. 61: Positioning Spool Valve Operates And Moves To Maximum Valve Timing Advance
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6. Stop applying battery positive voltage and verify that the spool valve returns to the maximum valve
timing retard position.
If it exceed the specification, replace the oil control valve (OCV).
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VALVE CLEARANCE INSPECTION

1. Measure the valve clearance as follows.
1. Turn the crankshaft clockwise so that the No. 1 piston is at TDC of the compression stroke.
2. Measure the valve clearance at A in the figure.
If the valve clearance exceeds the standard, replace the tappet. (See VALVE CLEARANCE
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ADJUSTMENT).
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport