MAZDA MX-5 1997 Factory Repair Manual

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata
STEERING SYSTEM - POWER RACK & PINION 1997 STEERING Mazda Power Rack & Pinion
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Fig. 20: Exploded View Of Power Steering Pump (MX-6 & 626 Shown; Millenia Is Similar)
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Fig. 21: Exploded View Of Power Steering Pump (RX7)

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STEERING SYSTEM - POWER RACK & PINION 1997 STEERING Mazda Power Rack & Pinion
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Fig. 22: Exploded View Of Power Steering Pump (929)

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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
Miata
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut (1995)22-29 (30-39)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts27-40 (37-54)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump23-35 (31-47)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear23-35 (31-47)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts34-43 (46-58)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod58-72 (79-98)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts22-32 (30-44)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut25-29 (34-39)
Valve Housing Bolts (1996-97)15-21 (20-29)
Wheel Lug Nuts66-86 (89-117)
Millenia
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Engine Mount Member
Bolts50-69 (67-93)
Nut55-77 (75-104)
No. 1 Engine Mount Bolt32-44 (44-60)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts24-33 (33-45)
Power Steering Pump Pulley Lock Nut36-43 (49-58)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump23-35 (41-47)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear(2)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts32-44 (44-60)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod58-72 (79-98)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts41-59 (55-80)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut58-72 (79-98)
Transverse Member Nuts (Millenia)40-56 (54-76)
Valve Housing Bolts13-18 (17-25)
Wheel Lug Nuts66-94 (89-127)
MPV
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut29-36 (39-49)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts23-34 (31-46)
Power Steering Pump Pulley Lock Nut29-43 (39-58)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump23-35 (31-47)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear23-35 (31-47)

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Steering Bracket-To-Frame Mounting Bolt46-69 (62-94)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts55-69 (75-94)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod87-101 (118-137)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts44-58 (60-79)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut51-58 (69-79)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
MX-3
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut29-36 (39-49)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts
Bolt27-40 (37-54)
Nut14-19 (19-26)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump
4-Cylinder12-17 (16-23)
V618-26 (24-35)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear
4-Cylinder21-25 (28-34)
V626-32 (35-44)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts27-38 (37-52)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod
4-Cylinder43-58 (58-79)
V691-105 (123-142)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts31-42 (42-57)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut25-37 (34-50)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
MX-6 & 626
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts23-34 (31-46)
Power Steering Pump Pulley Lock Nut36-43 (49-58)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump22-32 (30-44)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear25-33 (34-45)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts28-38 (38-51)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod91-105 (123-142)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts23-33 (31-45)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut51-72 (69-98)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
Protege
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)

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Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut29-36 (39-49)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts
Bolt33-44 (44-60)
Nut28-37 (38-51)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump18-26 (24-35)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear22-32 (30-44)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts27-38 (37-52)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod44-58 (59-78)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts31-42 (42-57)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut25-37 (34-50)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
RX7
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut14-22 (19-30)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts12-17 (16-23)
Power Steering Pump Pulley Lock Nut29-43 (39-58)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump17-26 (23-36)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear12-17 (16-23)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts27-38 (37-52)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod58-72 (79-98)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts22-32 (30-44)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut25-37 (34-50)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
929
Adjusting Cover Lock Nut(1)
Intermediate Shaft-To-Pinion Shaft Bolt13-19 (18-26)
Pinion Shaft Lock Nut14-22 (19-30)
Power Steering Pump Mounting Bolts/Nuts12-17 (16-23)
Power Steering Pump Pulley Lock Nut29-43 (39-58)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Power Steering Pump33-40 (45-54)
Pressure Line Fitting-To-Steering Gear29-43 (39-58)
Steering Gear Mounting Bolts/Nuts27-38 (37-52)
Steering Rack-To-Tie Rod58-72 (79-98)
Tie Rod Castle Nuts37-47 (50-63)
Tie Rod End-To-Tie Rod Lock Nut51-72 (69-98)
Valve Housing Bolts13-18 (17-25)
Wheel Lug Nuts65-87 (88-118)
(1)For adjusting cover lock nut tightening procedure, see ADJUSTMENTS .

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(2)Tighten pressure line fitting-to-steering gear 76-115 INCH lbs. (8.6-13 N.m).

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1997, 1999-2000 SUSPENSION
Rear - Miata
DESCRIPTION
Rear suspension consists of spring over shock, crossmember, upper and lower arms, and stabilizer bar with
control link. Upper and lower arms attach to crossmember and knuckle. A stabilizer bar with control link is
mounted to lower arm and crossmember. Rear wheel alignment is adjusted by turning adjusting cams on lower
arm. Upper coil over shock mount plate has been redesigned for 1999-2000. New design incorporates a
urethane bumper and improves ride and cornering.
ADJUSTMENTS & INSPECTION
WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES
WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT
Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel assembly. Remove caliper assembly and ABS wheel speed
sensor. Remove brake rotor. Attach dial indicator to axle hub and measure bearing play. Check bearing axial
play by rocking hub assembly by hand. Maximum bearing play is .002" (.05 mm). If play exceeds specification,
check drive axle lock nut torque or replace wheel bearing. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
WHEEL BEARING
Removal
1. Raise and support vehicle. Remove rear wheel assembly. Remove drive axle lock nut. Remove brake
caliper assembly and ABS wheel speed sensor, and wire aside. Remove screws and rotor. Remove ABS
speed sensor bracket. Remove knuckle assembly from upper and lower arms.
2. Using Handle (49-G030-102), Installer (49-G030-727) and Puller (49-F026-103), remove hub from
knuckle. Remove snap ring from knuckle. Using handle, installer and Puller (49-0636-145), remove
wheel bearing inner race from hub. Remove wheel bearing outer race from knuckle using Handle (49-
G030-797), Puller (49-F026-103) and Adapter (49-F027-005).
Inspection
Check wheel hub and knuckle for cracks and damage. Check dust cover for deformation. Check bearing for
excessive wear or seizure. Replace components as necessary.
Installation
NOTE: See SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.

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Press new wheel bearing into knuckle using Handle (49-G030-797), Installer (49-F027-007) and Adapter (49-
F027-009). Press hub into knuckle using adapter. To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten drive axle lock
nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
. Stake drive axle lock nut. Check axial play. See
WHEEL BEARING ADJUSTMENT
.
SHOCK ASSEMBLY
Removal & Disassembly
1. Raise vehicle and remove fuel tank filler pipe protector (1997). Remove rear wheel assembly. Remove
stabilizer bar nut and bolt from lower control arm. Remove 2 upper shock mount-to-body nuts. Remove
lower shock bolt. Lower arms, and remove shock assembly.
2. Clamp shock securely in soft-jaw vise. Compress coil spring. Remove lock nut and washer. Remove
remaining components and note order for reassembly.
Inspection
Check shock for leaks or abnormal noise. Inspect components for wear or damage. Check for loose installation
of bolts and nuts. Replace components as necessary.
Reassembly (1997)
To reassemble, reverse disassembly procedure. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure coil spring is
seated in upper and lower seats. See Fig. 1
. Tighten piston rod nut. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. CAUTION: DO NOT lower arms excessively. This may damage brake hose.

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Fig. 1: Cross-Sectional View Of Upper Coil Over Shock Assembly (1997)
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Reassembly (1999 & 2000)
Clamp shock in vise. Install spring and upper spring retainer in original orientation to shock. Tighten lower
piston rod nut so that exposed thread of piston rod is 0.62-0.69" (15.7-17.7mm). See Fig. 2 . Tighten upper nut
to 12-17 ft. lbs. (16-23 N.m).
CAUTION: Using air tool will damage piston rod thread. DO NOT use air tool.

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