Mazda MX-5 Miata (1997+). Manual - part 45

 

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Mazda MX-5 Miata (1997+). Manual - part 45

 

 

Fig. 1: Measuring Rotation Starting Torque (MPV) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

5. Hold the companion flange by using Flange Holder (49 S120 710), and remove the locknut. 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997-98 DRIVE AXLES Differentials & Drive Axles - MPV & MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 2: Holding Companion Flange (MPV) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

6. Remove the companition flange by using Puller (49 0839 425C). 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997-98 DRIVE AXLES Differentials & Drive Axles - MPV & MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 3: Removing Companion Flange (MPV) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

7. Remove the oil seal.  

8. Apply a thin coat of lithium-based grease to the lip of a new oil seal, and install it by using the Seal 

Installer (49 U027 003). 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997-98 DRIVE AXLES Differentials & Drive Axles - MPV & MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 4: Installing Oil Seal (MPV) 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

9. Install the companion flange and tighten the locknut to get the starting torque measured in step 4 .  

10. Install the drive shaft. Tighten bolts to specfiication. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Add 

differential oil to the specified level. SeeFLUID TYPE .  

REAR AXLE SHAFTS & BEARINGS 

Removal (MPV) 

1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel and tire assembly. Remove brake caliper and support 

aside. Remove brake disc plate. See Fig. 5 . Using dial indicator, measure axle bearing play. Replace axle 
bearing if play exceeds .023" (.57 mm).  

2. Remove hold pin from parking brake shoe assembly and remove parking brake shoe assembly. 

Disconnect parking brake cable. Using Flare Nut Wrench (49-0259-770B), disconnect brake pipe. Plug 
brake pipe openings.  

3. Remove rear axle shaft assembly-to-axle shaft housing retaining nuts. Using Puller (49-0223-630B) and 

Attachment (49-8501-631A), remove rear axle shaft, backing plate and dust cover as an assembly from 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

1997-98 DRIVE AXLES Differentials & Drive Axles - MPV & MX-5 Miata

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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