Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual - part 155

Fig. 51: Installing Cam Ring In Front Pump Body 
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REAR PUMP BODY ASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. After installing the rear body, manually turn the shaft to verify that it rotates smoothly.  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata

  

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES

Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata 

REAR AXLE LOCATION INDEX 

Fig. 1: Identifying Rear Axle Assembly 
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WHEEL HUB COMPONENT INSPECTION 

WHEEL BEARING LOOSENESS INSPECTION 

1. Install the magnetic vase and dial gauge as shown in Fig. 2 , and inspect the wheel bearing for axial 

looseness. 

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If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the wheel hub component.  

Maximum rear wheel bearing play  

0.05 mm {0.002 in}  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 2: View Of Magnetic Vase & Dial Gauge 
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WHEEL HUB COMPONENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION 

1. Remove in the order indicated in Fig. 3 .  

2. Install in the reverse order of removal.  

3. After installation, inspect rear wheel alignment. (See REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT .) 

CAUTION:

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Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS 
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring 
harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following 
procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix 
it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by 
mistake while servicing the vehicle.  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 3: Identifying Wheel Hub Components (With Torque Specifications) 
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LOCKNUT REMOVAL NOTE 

1. Lock the disc plate by applying the brakes.  

2. Knock the crimped portion of the locknut outward using a chisel and a hammer.  

3. Remove the locknut.  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 DRIVELINE/AXLES Rear Axle - MX-5 Miata