Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual - part 157

Fig. 8: Removing Inner Race Remains On Wheel Hub Component 
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4. Remove the bearing inner race using the SST.  

5. After removing the bearing, repair any backing plate deformation. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 9: Removing Bearing Inner Race Using SST 
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WHEEL BEARING REMOVAL NOTE 

1. Wind the SST and backing plate contact area with packing tape two times.  

2. Remove the wheel bearing from the rear knuckle using the SSTs.  

3. After removing the bearing, repair any backing plate deformation. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 10: Removing Wheel Bearing From Rear Knuckle Using SST's 
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DUST COVER REMOVAL NOTE 

1. Place an alignment mark on the dust cover and rear knuckle for proper installation. 

NOTE:

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Remove the dust cover only if there is an abnormality. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 11: Placing Alignment Mark On Dust Cover & Rear Knuckle 
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2. Remove the dust cover using a chisel. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata