Mazdaspeed6 L4-2.3L Turbo (2006)
31. Install the SST on the camshaft as shown in the figure.
32. Remove the installation bolt for the engine front cover upper blind plug (M6 X 1.0 length 25 - 35 mm (0.99 - 1.37 inch)), and apply tension to the
timing chain.
33. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise and verify that the No. 1 cylinder is at TDC of the compression stroke. (The position crank weight contacts the
SST.)
34. Fix the exhaust camshaft using a wrench on the cast hexagon, and tighten the sprocket installation bolt.
Tightening torque 69 - 75 Nm (7.1 - 7.6 kgf-m, 50.9 - 55.3 ft. lbs.)
35. Remove the SST from the camshaft.
36. Remove the SST installed in the cylinder block lower blind plug hole.
37. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise two turns and inspect the valve timing.
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If it is not aligned, repeat the procedure.
38. Apply the silicone sealant and install the engine front cover upper blind plug.
Tightening torque 8.0 - 11.5 Nm (81.6 - 117.2 kgf-cm, 70.9 - 101.7 inch lbs.)
39. Install the cylinder block lower blind plug.
Tightening torque 18 - 22 Nm (1.9 - 2.2 kgf-m, 13.3 - 16.2 ft. lbs.)
