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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2013MX-5 MIATA GRAND TOURING, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALMECHANICALENGINE MECHANICAL (SERVICE INFORMATION LF 2.0L)TIMING CHAIN REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONENGINE FRONT COVER INSTALLATION NOTE

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic Trans

Engine Front Cover Installation Note

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring, Automatic TransSECTION Engine Front Cover Installation Note

NOTE:

Install the front oil seal before performing the following procedure.

Apply silicone sealant to the engine front cover as shown in illustration.
CAUTION:
- Install the engine front cover before the applied silicone sealant starts to harden.
- Verify that there is no oil or dust on the seal.
  
  Fig 1: Silicone Sealant Applying Area On Engine Front Cover
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Thickness

A: 2.2-3.2 mm {0.087-0.12 in}

B: 1.5-2.5 mm {0.06-0.098 in}

C: 2.2-4.3 mm {0.087-0.16 in}

D: 3.3-4.3 mm {0.13-0.16 in}

Install the engine front cover bolts in the order as shown in illustration.

ENGINE FRONT COVER BOLTS REFERENCE

Bolt No.	Tightening torque
1-18	8.0-11.5 N.m {81.6-117.2 kgf.cm, 70.9-101.7 in.lbf}
19-22	40-55 N.m {4.1-5.6 kgf.m, 29.7-40.5 ft.lbf}

Fig 2: Engine Front Cover Bolts Tightening Sequence

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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.