2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Lifter - Single Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Labor Time:4 hours

Torque Values (14 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Cover Bolts	16	12	—
Electrical Connector Bolts	7	5	—
⚠️ Gasket Bolts	20	15	—
⚠️ Gasket Surface Bolts	20	15	Clean mating surfaces
Intake Manifold Bolts	25	18	—
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	47	35	—
⚠️ Rocker Arm Bolts	30	22	Tighten with cam lobe pointing away
⚠️ Rocker Arm Shaft Bolts	25	18	Tighten evenly in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Mounting Bolts	11	8	—
Valve Cover Bolts	10	7	Tighten in sequence

The primary torque specification for lifter - single on a 2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata is 16 Nm (12 lb-ft).

There are 14 torque specifications for lifter - single on the 2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.