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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Mazda -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2003-06 Except B-Series & Tribute -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0 L4 GAS

Normal Service

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

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

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Drain transaxle fluid into suitable container.
  • Disconnect ABS wheel speed sensor.
  • ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Malfunctioning Wheel Unit Identification -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification

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Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), and follow manufacturer's instructions.

Malfunctioning Wheel Unit Identification

The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) does not identify the location of the failed wheel unit on the vehicle (LF, RF, LR, RR). The TPMS identifies each wheel unit as No.1, No.2, No.3 and No.4. In order to identify ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Unhook battery cover from battery box.
  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Raise vehicle on lift.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from drive belt.
  • Remove drive belt.
  • Remove bolts securing power steering hose bracket then remove bracket.
  • Remove nut securing alternator then remove bracket.
  • Remove nuts securing alternator duct then remove ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Mazda -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned to On position as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks from 1990+

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp a...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Remove battery and battery tray.
  • Set a breaker bar on center of tensioner pulley.
  • Turn c...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Instrument Panel Connector Diagram for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GASInstrument Panel Connector Diagram for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch Connector
  • Instrument Panel Connector Diagram for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring 2.0 L4 GASInstrument Panel Connector Diagram for 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Horn Switch Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Taillight
  • Right Front Side Marker Light
  • Left Front Side Marker Light
  • Left Taillight
  • Left License Plate Light
  • 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Outer Mirror Switch
  • Power Outer Mirror Left Hand
  • Power Outer Mirror Right Hand
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: REVISED WORKSHOP MANUAL DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR P0441
    Vehicle: 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Emission Controls, Vacuum Hoses
  • Document: CENTER CONSOLE LID WILL NOT STAY CLOSED
    Vehicle: 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Seats, Belts, Interior Trim, Carpets, Air Bags
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mazda MX-5 Miata AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mazda MX-5 Miata cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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