Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual page 63

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
Fig. 62: Measuring Valve Clearance At Point A
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
NOTE:
Valve clearance [Engine cold]
IN: 0.22-0.28 mm {0.0087-0.0110 in}
EX: 0.27-0.33 mm {0.0106-0.0130 in}
3. Turn the crankshaft 360° clockwise so that the No.4 piston is at TDC of the compression stroke.
4. Measure the valve clearance at B in the figure.
If the valve clearance exceeds the standard, replace the tappet. (See VALVE CLEARANCE

ADJUSTMENT).
NOTE:
Make sure to note the measured values for choosing the suitable

replacement tappets.
Valve clearance [Engine cold]
IN: 0.22-0.28 mm {0.0087-0.0110 in}
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
Make sure to note the measured values for choosing the

suitable replacement tappets.