Valve cover remove and replace screw sequence and torque spec

Hi,

I have the info for installing, but nothing for removal. However, I would agree with your thoughts. When removing, do the opposite of the install. Note that you should not torque them to spec the first time. Slowly tighten them in the order indicated a little at a time until the final spec is reached.

Here are the directions. The attached pic correlates with the directions and the torque specs are included.

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2000 Mazda Protege DX L4-1.6L DOHC
Mechanical (including Torque)
Vehicle Engine, Cooling and Exhaust Engine Cylinder Head Assembly Valve Cover Specifications Mechanical (including Torque)
MECHANICAL (INCLUDING TORQUE)

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TIGHTENING SEQUENCE/SPECIFICATIONS
- Install the cylinder head cover and tighten the bolts in five or six steps in the order shown to achieve a final torque of 6.9-10.7 Nm (60.8-95.4 in. lbs.).

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe

Okay. When tightening the screws in order from 1- 9 ( in 6 rotations for the final torque spec ) should I apply 10 - 15 in.Lbs of pressure per screw for a final torque spec of 60.8 - 95.4 in Lbs ?

Hi,

Yep, the final torque is 60.8 - 95.4 inch-pounds. Make sure you do not tighten to foot-pounds. That will break things.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Joe

Yes. inch-Lbs not FootLbs. A simple conversion chart will work ? Thank you very much, JacobnNick.

You are very welcome. Please feel free to come back anytime in the future. You're always welcome.

Take care and God Bless,

Joe