Valve Adjustment Torque Specifications

2001-2011 Mazda Tribute 2.3L I4

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence
⚠️ Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening
Valve Lash Adjusting Screw Lock Nut	20	15	Hold screw while tightening

The primary torque specification for valve adjustment on a 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute 2.3L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.