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Reed Valve: B2600

  1. Bring engine to normal operating temperature and stop engine. Remove air cleaner cover and element. Start and run engine at idle.
  2. Place a piece of paper over inlet port of reed valve. Verify that air is being drawn into reed valve. Increase engine speed to 2500 RPM. Holding a piece of paper over valve inlet, check for exhaust leakage through valve port. Replace reed valve if leakage is present.
Fig 1: Replacing Reed Valve (B2600)
G50J16690Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Fig 2: Exploded View of Reed Valve (B2600)
G50A16691Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.