One of the common issues with the MZR motor is the weak OEM VVT Actuator. These are known for going out and Mazda has revised the OEM VVT actuator to make it stronger and keep it from failing.
How can you tell if your VVT Actuator is failing?
You will hear a rattle on start up coming from the passenger side of the motor.
What's happening is the actuator can't hold oil pressure and therefore it can't take up the slack in the chain and allows it to hit the timing cover. This is the first sign that your VVT Actuator is going out and you will need to replace it quickly. If the car slips timing, pistons will meet valves and you will be left looking for a new motor.
If you are only looking for certain components in the kit, use the list below with links to each individual part.
Items Included in the Kit:
Mazda OEM Timing Chain Tensioner
Mazda OEM Camshaft Friction Washer
Mazda OEM Crankshaft Friction Washers x3
- Year:
- 2006/2007/2008/2009/2010/2011/2012/2013
- Make:
- Mazda
- Model:
- 3/6
- Submodel:
- Mazdaspeed 3/Mazdaspeed 6
42 Reviews
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Does the job
The parts have been holding up for a while now, but be aware the kit comes with only enough friction washers for one cam. If you intend the untorque both cams for the install you will need to pick up an extra friction washer from the dealer
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missing camshaft friction washer.
The installation was going very smooth up until i realized i only had one friction washer and two cam gears.
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All oem with the updated components
Everything was oem Mazda product. And worked as intended
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VVT kit MPS 3 - fast shipping to AUS
Would recommend using edgeautosports for anyone in Aus needing this kit, the staff were super friendly, helpful and quick to answer questions. The price is right and the shipping was really quick despite being shipped internationally. Would/will order from them again in the future
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VVT timing chain
Got here quick and including with every part needed
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VVT timing chain kit!
Amazing product comes with everything u need to replace the VVT timing chain with genuine and quality parts, made replacing my old one a piece of cake! 100% recommend buying this product for anyone looking to replace they're chain for the ms3/ms6.
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Great kit
Just had kit installed on 3/6/2020. Engine pulls stronger. Garage that installed kit said, “this is the most thorough kit we’ve seen and no missing parts.” From a customer standpoint, this is awesome to hear, because it meant no delays in install and no added charges. Thank you!
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The best.
Highly recommend edge autosport to anyone with a mazdaspeed. They have excellent products. Very well pleased.
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Complete kit with all parts needed besides oil and tools!
Been working on cars for years and got my first speed 3 and the VVT went out did some research and edgeautosport popped up with a complete OEM kit and the tool need to hold time. Edgeautosport took all the guessing work out of getting all the right parts install went easy and parts worked perfectly. Highly recommend this company also fast prompt shipping!
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All you need when replacing vvt
All the parts in one purchase and all oem parts what more do you want
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Great service
My parts arrived quickly, was great quality! Car runs fantastic again!
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I Highly recommend this kit from Edge!
I ordered this kit, delivered it to my mechanic who builds performance cars. He approved of it as its genuine OEM parts. The kit has everything you need, no more timing chain chatter on startups. I will use Edge again in the future as I start modifying and changing out parts. -Mike
