2.3L I4•FWD•AUTOMATIC•gas

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engine

Timing Chain Kit Torque Specs

for 2004 Mazda Mazda3 2.3L I4 · FWD

Units

6 fasteners

Seq

Component

Torque

Angle

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Camshaft Sprocket Bolt

Critical

59 lb-ft · 80 Nm

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Crankshaft Pulley Bolt

Critical

128 lb-ft · 174 Nm

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Oil Pump Bolts

9 lb-ft · 12 Nm

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Timing Chain Guide Bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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Timing Chain Tensioner Bolt

Critical

18 lb-ft · 25 Nm

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Valve Cover Bolts

7 lb-ft · 10 Nm

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