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Mazda MX-6 LS V6-2.5L DOHC (1997)03 · Maintenance
03 · Maintenance

Timing Belt: Specifications (page 7 of 10)

Make
Mazda
Model
MX-6 LS
Engine
V6-2.5L DOHC
Year
1997
Section
Timing Belt
MaintenanceSpecifications · page 7 of 10
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2. install the timing belt on the pulleys in the order described below.

(1) Timing belt pulley
(2) No.2 idler pulley
(3) LH camshaft pulley
(4) Tensioner pulley
(5) RH camshaft pulley

3. Verity that there is tension between pulleys (3) and (1), and between pulleys (1) and (5).

4. Install the No.1 idler pulley while applying the pressure on the timing belt.

Tightening torque:

38-51 N.m (3.8-5.3 kgf.m, 28-38 ft.lbf)

5. Push the auto tensioner in the direction of the arrow and install the lower bolt.
6. Tighten the upper and lower tensioner bolts to the specified torque.

Tightening torque:

19-25 Nm (1.9-2.6 kgf.m, 14-18 ft.lbf)

7. Remove the pin from the auto tensioner, and apply tension to the belt.
8. Tighten the tensioner pulley.

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