Valve cover (cylinder head cover) bolts
This spec doesn't apply to the car you selected.
Not yet checked against the factory manual for your car's year. It's verified in the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual; later manuals may differ.
43–78 in·lbin·lb5–9 N·m5–9 N·m43–78 in·lb
Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure
- Sealant
- Silicone sealant on the shaded areas shown in the manual (half-moon / cam cap corners)
Applies to
- NA 1990–1993 (B6)
- Verified in: 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual
Sources
- Part no. 1193-10-89CPage B–7743–78 in·lb (5–9 N·m)Printed: “4.9—8.8 N·m (50—90 cm-kg, 43—78 in-lb)”