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2004-2011 MAZDA RX-8

1.3L Rotary•RWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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Variable Valve Timing Actuator Torque Specs

for 2004-2011 Mazda RX-8 1.3L Rotary · RWD

Units

12 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Cam Phaser Bolt

Critical

Apply threadlocker, hold cam stationary

48 lb-ft · 65 Nm

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Critical

Hold cam with wrench on hex

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Cover Bolts

11 lb-ft · 15 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Critical

Often TTY - check spec, may require impact

133 lb-ft · 180 Nm

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Gasket Bolts

Critical

14 lb-ft · 18 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

Critical

32 lb-ft · 43 Nm

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Mounting Bolts

18 lb-ft · 24 Nm

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Sensor Bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Critical

Install with pin/clip to compress

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Timing Cover Bolts - 8mm

Critical

Tighten in sequence

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

Tighten in sequence

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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VVT Solenoid Bolt

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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