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2017 MAZDA MX-5 MIATA

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Head Gasket - Single Torque Specs

for 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4 · RWD
Units

10 fasteners

Seq
Component
Torque
Angle
Camshaft Cap Bolts
Critical
Torque sequence
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
Cover Bolts
12 lb-ft · 16 Nm
Cylinder Head Bolts
Critical
Step 1: 26-30 lb-ft. Step 2: +90 degrees. Step 3: +90 degrees.
26 lb-ft · 35 Nm
180°
Electrical Connector Bolts
5 lb-ft · 7 Nm
Exhaust Manifold Nuts
Critical
25 lb-ft · 34 Nm
Gasket Surface Bolts
Critical
Clean mating surfaces
15 lb-ft · 20 Nm
Intake Manifold Bolts
Critical
18 lb-ft · 24 Nm
Mounting Bolts
Critical
35 lb-ft · 47 Nm
Sensor Mounting Bolts
8 lb-ft · 11 Nm
Valve Cover Bolts
Critical
10 lb-ft · 14 Nm
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