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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2010CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L TURBOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULMECHANICALTIMING CHAIN ASSEMBLYENGINE FRONT COVER ASSEMBLY NOTE
2010 Mazda CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L Turbo
Engine Front Cover Assembly Note
2010 Mazda CX-7 AWD L4-2.3L TurboSECTION Engine Front Cover Assembly Note
Engine Front Cover Assembly Note
1. Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover.
Caution
^ Install the engine front cover within 10 minutes of applying the silicone sealant.
^ Silicone sealant is not need in area C as indicated below due to an existing.
Note
^ Install the engine front cover within 10 min after applying the silicone sealant.
Thickness
A: 2.2-3.2 mm (0.087-0.125 in)
B: 1.5-2.5 mm (0.059-0.098 in)
2. Tighten the engine front cover installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
3. Install the oil seal using the SST.
Front oil seal press-in amount
(0-0.5 mm (0-0.019 in)
1. Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover.
Caution
^ Install the engine front cover within 10 minutes of applying the silicone sealant.
^ Silicone sealant is not need in area C as indicated below due to an existing.
Note
^ Install the engine front cover within 10 min after applying the silicone sealant.
Thickness
A: 2.2-3.2 mm (0.087-0.125 in)
B: 1.5-2.5 mm (0.059-0.098 in)
2. Tighten the engine front cover installation bolts in the order shown in the figure.
3. Install the oil seal using the SST.
Front oil seal press-in amount
(0-0.5 mm (0-0.019 in)
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:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.