Hydraulic lifter removal for cleaning and/or replacement

DUMBUN

MEMBER
1991 MAZDA MIATA
1.6L
4 CYL
2WD
MANUAL
280,000 MILES

To remove the hydraulic lifters- Can I simply: (1) Release tension and remove timing belt from the cam gear, then (2) remove the cam(s) with the gears attached?

Friday, May 12th, 2017 AT 9:28 AM

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HMAC300

MECHANIC
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It would be best to put cam timing where it is supposed to be for top dead center etc. Then remove belt and camshaft to remove lifters. Make sure to put lifters in order you took them out so do not move to another position. If you can push them down with flat of your hand replace them. Also remove and replace cam caps like shown in picture.

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