Torque Specifications

1998 Mazda 626 LX L4-2.0L DOHCSECTION Torque Specifications

Intake:






With Auto Transaxle:
1.Fresh-air duct
2.Air cleaner
3.Air cleaner element
4.Mass air flow sensor
5.Air hose


Intake Components:






With Manual Transaxle:
1.Fresh-air duct
2.Air cleaner
3.Air cleaner element
4.Mass air flow sensor
5.Air hose
6.Resonance chamber
7.Accelerator cable
8.Throttle body
9.BAC valve
10.Fuel distributor
11.Intake manifold bracket
12.Intake manifold



Upper Engine:






Cam Cap Torque/Sequence:






Head Torque Sequence:






1. Tighten the cylinder head bolts in two or three steps in the order shown.

Tightening torque: 17.2 - 22.0 Nm (1.75 - 2.25 kgs.cm, 12.7 - 16.2 ft. lbs.)





2. Make point marks on the bolt heads, as shown.
3. With the paint marks as a reference point, tighten the cylinder head bolts another 85° - 95° in the tightening order.

4. Then tighten them once again 85° - 95° in the tightening order.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.