Mazda MX-5 Miata (1997+). Manual - part 93

 

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Mazda MX-5 Miata (1997+). Manual - part 93

 

 

Press new wheel bearing into knuckle using Handle (49-G030-797), Installer (49-F027-007) and Adapter (49-
F027-009). Press hub into knuckle using adapter. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten drive axle lock 
nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Stake drive axle lock nut. Check axial play. See 
WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT . 

SHOCK ASSEMBLY 

Removal & Disassembly 

1. Raise vehicle and remove fuel tank filler pipe protector (1997). Remove rear wheel assembly. Remove 

stabilizer bar nut and bolt from lower control arm. Remove 2 upper shock mount-to-body nuts. Remove 
lower shock bolt. Lower arms, and remove shock assembly. 

2. Clamp shock securely in soft-jaw vise. Compress coil spring. Remove lock nut and washer. Remove 

remaining components and note order for reassembly.  

Inspection 

Check shock for leaks or abnormal noise. Inspect components for wear or damage. Check for loose installation 
of bolts and nuts. Replace components as necessary. 

Reassembly (1997) 

To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure coil spring is 
seated in upper and lower seats. See Fig. 1 . Tighten piston rod nut. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

CAUTION: DO NOT lower arms excessively. This may damage brake hose.

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997, 1999-2000 SUSPENSION Rear - Miata

  

Fig. 1: Cross-Sectional View Of Upper Coil Over Shock Assembly (1997) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

Reassembly (1999 & 2000) 

Clamp shock in vise. Install spring and upper spring retainer in original orientation to shock. Tighten lower 
piston rod nut so that exposed thread of piston rod is 0.62-0.69" (15.7-17.7mm). See Fig. 2 . Tighten upper nut 
to 12-17 ft. lbs. (16-23 N.m). 

CAUTION: Using air tool will damage piston rod thread. DO NOT use air tool.

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997, 1999-2000 SUSPENSION Rear - Miata

  

Fig. 2: Cross-Sectional View Of Upper Coil Over Shock Assembly (1999-2000) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997, 1999-2000 SUSPENSION Rear - Miata

  

Installation 

Reinstall shock in reverse order. Tighten nuts and bolts to specification with vehicle resting on ground and 
suspension unloaded. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Check rear wheel alignment. See 
SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT. 

LOWER ARM 

Removal 

Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel assembly. Remove stabilizer bar control link nut and bolt. See 
Fig. 3 . Remove lower shock bolt. Remove lower arm-to-crossmember bolts. Remove lower arm-to-knuckle 
bolts. Remove lower arm. Inspect arm for damage, cracks and deformation. Check for damaged or worn 
bushings. 

Installation 

To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all nuts/bolts to specification with vehicle resting on ground and 
suspension unloaded. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Adjust rear wheel alignment. See 
SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997, 1999-2000 SUSPENSION Rear - Miata

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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