🔧 Genuine Mazda Crank Friction Washer
✅ Quantity: 1 washer
✅ Brand: Genuine Mazda OEM
✅ Sold individually
These crank friction washers are used on Mazda 2.3 engines, including both turbo and non-turbo models.
⚠️ Important: Please check how many washers your engine requires before ordering, as they are sold as 1 single washer only.
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🔹 Non-Turbo Mazda 2.3 Engines
Most non-turbo 2.3 engines require 2 washers.
On these engines, the timing chain sprocket and oil pump sprocket are combined into one sprocket.
✅ Usually requires 2 washers
⚠️ Crank bolt must be replaced
⚠️ Crank bolt is torque-to-yield and is not reusable
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🔥 Mazda MPS / Mazdaspeed 2.3 Turbo Engines
Mazda MPS / Mazdaspeed 2.3 DISI turbo engines require 3 washers.
These engines do not use a traditional keyway to lock the timing components. The crank timing relies on friction between the washers, sprockets, and crank pulley.
✅ Requires 3 washers
⚠️ Crank bolt must be replaced
⚠️ Crank bolt is torque-to-yield and is not reusable
⚠️ Always replace the crank bolt and friction washers to help prevent timing slip
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⚠️ Notes
– Sold as 1 washer only
– Order the correct quantity for your engine
– Recommended to replace during timing chain, crank pulley, oil pump sprocket, or front engine work
– If unsure, please send us your rego or VIN before ordering
