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Mazdaspeed main bearing support plate bolts (NB2)

12–15 ft·lb15.7–20.6 N·m15.7–20.6 N·m12–15 ft·lb
Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure

Apply silicone sealant inside bolt holes and install within five minutes. Tighten in two or three steps in order on PDF p. 25.

Applies to
  • NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
  • Verified in: 2004 Mazda Engine Workshop Manual BP (1.8L), normally aspirated and turbo
Sources
  • 2004 Mazda Engine Workshop Manual BP (1.8L), normally aspirated and turboTier 1
    Part no. 9999-95-EWBP-04
    Page 01–10–11 (PDF p. 23)
    12–15 ft·lb (15.7–20.6 N·m)
    Printed: “15.7—20.6 N·m {1.6—2.1 kgf·m, 12—15 ft·lbf}”
    BP WITH TC (Mazdaspeed) applicability; the normally aspirated BP workshop content does not establish applicability to the VVT engine.