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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual RECTIFIER/DIODE ASSEMBLY 
1. Using an ohmmeter, check continuity of each diode in both directions (polarity). See Fig. 2
 thru Fig. 4. If 
diode shows high resistance in one direction and low resistan

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Submerge other end of hose in container of brake fluid. 
2. Fill reservoir with DOT 3 brake fluid. Have an assistant press and release clutch pedal several times, then 
hold pedal down. With pedal pre

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Fig. 7: Exploded View Of Clutch Assembly (Typical) 
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Inspection (Miata) 
1. Inspect disc for loose rivets, worn springs, excessive wear, or oil contamination. Inspect fl

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual axle shaft housing. Remove axle oil seal. See Fig. 5. With axle shaft removed, remove retaining ring. 
Remove ABS sensor rotor.  
4. To remove bearing collar, grind collar until a section about .02" (

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Fig. 12: Checking Drive Pinion Installation & Position
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6. Install dial indicator on Pinion Height Gauge (49-0727-570). Place pinion height gauge on a flat surface 
and

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual 1997-98 ENGINES
1.8L 4-Cylinder 
ENGINE IDENTIFICATION 
Engines can be identified by engine model and number. See ENGINE IDENTIFICATION CODE. On Miata, 
engine model and number are stamped on flange a

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Inspection (All Models) 
Check timing belt for cracks, peeling, abrasion or other damage. Check tensioner bearing for looseness or 
roughness of rotation. Inspect tensioner spring for stretching. Repl

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 
Removal & Installation (Protege) 
1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove engine undercovers. Drain engine oil. Remove exhaust header 
downpipe and brackets from f

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual head. Lightly oil valve seal lip.  
Fig. 15: Installing Valve Guide Seals
 
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Valve Guides 
1. Check valve stem-to-valve guide oil clearance. Ensure valve guide inside di

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MAZDA MIATA 1997  Factory Repair Manual Valves 
Check valve face angle, head diameter, margin thickness and stem diameter. Service or replace valves if 
measurements are not within specifications. See VALVES & VALVE SPRINGS
 under ENGINE 
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