maintenance MAZDA MIATA 1991 Factory Service Manual

23 - Empty
24 - 10 Amp (Red) Interior Lights, Warning Buzzers, Radio/Cassette, Compact Disc Player, Clock
25 - 15 Amp (Blue) Radio/Cassette, Compact Disc Player, Clock, Cigarette Lighter
26 - Empty
27 - Empty
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS
Vehicle is equipped with a special 9 9/16" x 4 3/4" x 7 3/8" 12-volt battery that is vented to outside of vehicle.
CAUTIONS & WARNINGS
SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (AIR BAG)
Modifications or improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS), can adversely affect system performance. DO NOT cover, obstruct or change the
steering wheel horn pad in any way, as such action could cause improper function of the system. Use only plain
water when cleaning the horn pad. Solvents or cleaners could adversely affect the air bag cover and cause
improper deployment of the system.
AIR CONDITIONING SERVICING CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may
lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems
may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn
procedure. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the
GENERAL INFORMATION Section.
NOTE: See the AIR BAGS article in the ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT Section.
WARNING:To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully
follow all warnings and service precautions. See appropriate AIR BAGS
article in ACCESSORIES/SAFETY EQUIPMENT.
CAUTION: Disconnect negative battery cable before servicing any air bag system,
steering column or passenger side dash component. After any repair, turn
ignition key to the ON position from passenger's side of vehicle in case of
accidental air bag inflation
CAUTION: Avoid breathing R-134a refrigerant and PAG lubricant vapors, exposure
may irritate eyes, nose and throat. To remove R-134a from system use R-
134a recycling equipment that meets SAE J2210 specifications. If
accidental system discharge occurs, ventilate work area before resuming

1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
FUSES & CIRCUIT BREAKERS Fuses & Circuit Breakers 1990-95 Mazda
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1.6L & 1.8L 4-Cylinder - 1986-95
MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
For 1992 and earlier model years, the manufacturer recommends the belt be replaced every 60,000 miles. For
1993-95 model years, the manufacturer recommends the belt be replaced at 60,000 mile intervals for vehicles
sold outside of California. For vehicles sold in California, inspect timing belt at 60,000 and 90,000 miles, and
replace timing belt at 105,000 miles.
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
TIMING BELT
Removal (MX-3, Protege & 323)
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right front wheel. Remove right
splash panels.
2. Remove drive belts and water pump pulley. See Fig. 1
, Fig. 2 or Fig. 3 . Align crankshaft pulley timing
mark with cylinder No. 1 at TDC of compression stroke. Hold crankshaft stationary, and remove
crankshaft pulley bolts and pulley. Remove crankshaft pulley hub bolt and hub.
3. Remove timing belt covers. If timing belt is to be reused, mark timing belt rotation direction. Align
timing marks on camshaft sprocket(s). See Fig. 4
(SOHC) or Fig. 5 (DOHC) . Loosen timing belt
tensioner lock bolt. Temporarily secure tensioner away from belt with spring fully expanded. Remove
timin
g belt.

1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
MAZDA 1.6L & 1.8L 4-Cylinder - 1986-95

1991 Mazda MX-5 Miata
MAZDA 1.6L & 1.8L 4-Cylinder - 1986-95
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