2001-2011 Mazda Tribute Valve Adjustment Torque Specs

3.0L V6

Applies to 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 Mazda Tribute

Labor Time:2 hours

Torque Values (16 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
Cover Bolts	17	13	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
Gasket Bolts	21	16	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	28	21	—
Mounting Bolts	50	37	—
⚠️ 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 17 Nm (13 lb-ft).

There are 16 torque specifications for valve adjustment on the 2001-2011 Mazda Tribute 3.0L V6, covering all related fasteners and components.