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

2006-08 ENGINE Mechanical - Overhaul - 2.0L (LF) & 2.3L (L3) - Mazda6 & MX-5 Miata
EX: 0.27-0.33 mm {0.0106-0.0130 in}

VALVE CLEARANCE ADJUSTMENT

1. Remove the engine front cover lower blind plug.
2. Remove the engine front cover upper blind plug.
3. Remove the cylinder block lower blind plug.
4. Install the SST as shown in the figure.
Fig. 63: Locating Engine Front Cover Upper & Lower Blind Plug
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CAUTION:
5. Turn the crankshaft clockwise so that the crankshaft is in the No. 1 cylinder TDC position.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
Removal of this SST is extremely important. If you crank the

engine with this SST installed, the cylinder block will be
damaged.