Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual - part 111

Fig. 35: Identifying Transverse Member And Under Cover (With Torque Specifications) 
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TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL NOTE 

1. Support the crossmember using a jack.  

2. Remove the transverse member.  

UNDER COVER INSTALLATION NOTE 

1. Align projection A with the transverse member opening to temporarily support the under cover. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 36: Aligning Projection A With Transverse Member 
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2. Tighten the bolts in the order of A, B and C. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 37: Tightening Transverse Member Bolts In Sequence 
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FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION 

1. Remove in the order indicated in Fig. 38 .  

2. Install in the reverse order of removal. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 38: Identifying Front Suspension Tower Bar Components (With Torque Specifications) 
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PLATE INSTALLATION NOTE 

1. Install the plates with the identification marks facing upward. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - MX-5 Miata