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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Drive Plate Mounting Bolts Installation Note

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Drive Plate Mounting Bolts Installation Note
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  1. Set the SST  or equivalent against the drive plate.
  2. Tighten the drive plate mounting bolts in two or three steps in the order shown.
    Fig 1: Drive Plate Mounting Bolt Tightening Sequence
    G01052884Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

    Tightening Torque 

    73-87 N.m {7.4-8.9 kgf.m, 54-64 ft.lbf} 

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