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Valve guide protrusion height (Mazdaspeed)

Standard height 0.721—0.744 in (18.3—18.9 mm)Standard height 18.3—18.9 mm {0.721—0.744 in}

Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure

Measure without the lower valve spring seat. The same dimension is the installation-tool depth L; verify height after installing the guide.

Applies to
  • NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO) — 2004 factory turbo-engine evidence; 2005 inferred within MSM family.
  • Verified in: 2004 Mazda Engine Workshop Manual BP (1.8L), normally aspirated and turbo

Sources (1)

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  • 2004 Mazda Engine Workshop Manual BP (1.8L), normally aspirated and turboTier 1
    Page 01–10–19 (PDF p. 31) · Printed value & notes
    Part no. 9999-95-EWBP-04
    Page 01–10–19 (PDF p. 31)
    Printed: “Standard height 18.3—18.9 mm {0.721—0.744 in}”