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Fig. 70: Disassembling Detachable Hardtop

Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

DETACHABLE HARDTOP ADJUSTMENT

TOP LOCK

1. Lift the protector away from the top lock adjusting nut.

2. Turn the adjusting nut clockwise to decrease clearance A and height B; turn the nut counterclockwise to

increase them.

2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2005 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim - MX-5 Miata

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Page 1: ...everse order of removal BELTLINE MOLDING REMOVAL INSTALLATION 1 Remove the rear package trim 2 Remove the set plate 3 Remove the bolts 4 Remove the beltline molding 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSOR...

Page 2: ...TLINE MOLDING REMOVAL INSTALLATION 1 Remove the screws 2 Pull front beltline molding upward to disengage the clips from the body and remove it 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior...

Page 3: ...reverse order of removal REAR WINDOW MOLDING REMOVAL DETACHABLE HARDTOP 1 Pull the rear window molding to remove it 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft...

Page 4: ...e edge of the body to protect it from damage 2 Cut the sealant using a razor as shown WARNING Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury Always wear gloves when using a razor 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata...

Page 5: ...ade of the SST Sealant Remover into the sealant and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the body as shown 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturd...

Page 6: ...e sealant and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the glass as shown 5 Remove as much sealant as possible from between the body and the glass 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exter...

Page 7: ...dy CAUTION Keep the area free of dirt and grease and do not touch the surface or the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass and body which may cause leaks to occur 2005 Mazda MX 5 Mi...

Page 8: ...window molding using a brush Allow the primer to dry for approximately 30 minutes 8 Apply a 3 0 mm 0 12 in bead of sealant between the glass and the body 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPME...

Page 9: ...dow Molding Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 9 Reshape the sealant as shown if necessary 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28...

Page 10: ...edge Hardening time of sealant SEALANT HARDENING TIME Temperature Surface hardening time Time required until vehicle can be put into service 5 C 41 F Approx 1 5 h Approx 12 h 20 C 68 F Approx 1 h Appr...

Page 11: ...lding With Molding Joint At Top Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 11 2005 Mitchel...

Page 12: ...ak is found wipe the water off well and repeat the installation WINDSHIELD MOLDING REMOVAL 1 Remove the windshield molding from the windshield 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior...

Page 13: ...edge of the body to protect it from damage 2 Cut the sealant using a razor as shown WARNING Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury Always wear gloves when using a razor 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2...

Page 14: ...ade of the SST Sealant Remover into the sealant and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the body as shown 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturd...

Page 15: ...e sealant and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the glass as shown 5 Remove as much sealant as possible from between the body and the glass 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exter...

Page 16: ...und the edge of the glass and the adhesion surface of the body 7 Align the edge of the protector to the spot mark 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Sa...

Page 17: ...area free of dirt and grease and do not touch the surface or the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass and body which may cause leaks to occur 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIE...

Page 18: ...ly glass primer on the glass and body primer on the body and molding Allow the primer to dry for approximately 30 minutes 10 Apply a 3 0 mm 0 12 in bead of sealant between the glass and the body 2005...

Page 19: ...Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 11 Reshape the sealant as shown if necessary 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 1...

Page 20: ...center mark in the molding with the glass mark A 14 Install the upper portions of the molding into the body B 15 Push the corners of the molding onto the body C 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES...

Page 21: ...ipe the water off well and repeat the installation Temperature Surface hardening time Time required until vehicle can be put into service 5 C 41 F Approx 1 5 h Approx 12 h 20 C 68 F Approx 1 h Approx...

Page 22: ...with thick cloth to protect the window 2 Remove the scuff plate 3 Remove the quarter trim 4 Remove the rear package trim 5 Remove in the order indicated in the table 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESS...

Page 23: ...AL NOTE 1 Unlock the top lock 2 Lower the convertible top fully CONVERTIBLE TOP INSTALLATION NOTE 1 Insert the rain rail into the beltline molding lip and install it over the studs 2005 Mazda MX 5 Mia...

Page 24: ...r the studs with no clearance between the studs and the bracket 3 Tighten the installation bolts Tightening torque 19 25 N m 1 9 2 6 kgf m 14 18 ft lbf 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT...

Page 25: ...S CORP CONVERTIBLE TOP DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1 Disassemble in the order indicated in the table 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009...

Page 26: ...DISASSEMBLY NOTE 1 Set the convertible top upside down on a workbench covered with clean thick cloth 2 Mark around the retainer installation screws with paint before removing them 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miat...

Page 27: ...s from the link using a drill Drill size 4 0 mm diameter 0 16 in diameter 2 Remove the screws and remove the end plates from the link 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX...

Page 28: ...OP FABRIC DISASSEMBLY NOTE 1 Fold the convertible top 2 Remove the top fabric from the link 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12...

Page 29: ...c from the front header 2 Remove the screws and disconnect the cables from the rear of the link 3 Unfold the convertible top and set it upright 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterio...

Page 30: ...link using a drill Drill size 4 0 mm diameter 0 16 in diameter 5 Pry back the bow retainers using a tape wrapped flathead screwdriver 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX...

Page 31: ...op fabric from the bow retainer Fig 32 Removing Top Fabric From Bow Retainer Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday...

Page 32: ...Fig 33 Removing Top Fabric And Cables From Link Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 9 Remove the cables from the top fabric 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microso...

Page 33: ...f MAZDA MOTORS CORP CABLE ASSEMBLY NOTE 1 Thread the cable into the top fabric 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Pag...

Page 34: ...ith thick cloth to prevent damaging the top fabric and rear window 2 Place the link onto the top fabric 3 Install the top fabric to the front bow 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exter...

Page 35: ...P 4 Roll the top fabric over the bow retainer 5 Hang the end of the top fabric on the bow retainer 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04...

Page 36: ...ater pump pliers which have been wrapped in tape Pull the top fabric by hand to verify that it is held securely 7 Set the convertible top upright 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exter...

Page 37: ...esy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 8 Rivet the cables to the front of the link 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 37 2005...

Page 38: ...Install the front of the top fabric to the front header 3 Align the set plate and top fabric with the set plate installation holes 4 Install the set plate to the link 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCES...

Page 39: ...ertible top half way 2 Pass the cables through the cable guides 3 Install the cables to the rear of the link 4 Fold the convertible top 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim M...

Page 40: ...nvertible top 7 Install the end plates to the link Fig 42 Installing Top Fabric To Link Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 8 Rivet the top fabric to the link 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMEN...

Page 41: ...LY NOTE 1 Install the retainers to the link aligning the retainer marks with the retainer installation screws 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturd...

Page 42: ...nut 2 Turn the adjusting nut clockwise to decrease clearance A and height B turn the nut counterclockwise to increase them Clearance A 3 7 mm 0 12 0 27 in B 2 2 mm 0 07 0 07 in 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2...

Page 43: ...1 Remove the weatherstrip 2 Loosen the retainer installation screws and adjust the retainer as necessary 3 Tighten the screws and reinstall the weatherstrip 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQU...

Page 44: ...over the rear deck area using a protective rag 2 Remove the rear package trim 3 Remove in the order indicated in the table 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Mi...

Page 45: ...moval WEATHERSTRIP REMOVAL NOTE Vertical section 1 Lower the convertible top fully 2 Remove the fastener as shown in Fig 48 using a fastener remover 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Ex...

Page 46: ...REMOVAL NOTE 1 Mark around the retainer installation screws with paint before removing them 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 1...

Page 47: ...rom the link with a drill Drill size 4 0 mm diameter 0 16 in diameter 2 Peel the top fabric end 3 Remove the rivets from the link using a drill Drill size 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPM...

Page 48: ...tesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 4 Lower the convertible top to release the cable spring tension and unhook the spring 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Satu...

Page 49: ...ove the cable from the top fabric 6 Pry back the front bow retainer using a tape wrapped flathead screwdriver 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturd...

Page 50: ...urtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 7 Remove the top fabric from the bow retainer 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 50...

Page 51: ...L REMOVAL NOTE 1 Remove the rivets from the top fabric using a drill Drill size 4 0 mm diameter 0 16 in diameter 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Sat...

Page 52: ...2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 52 2005 Mitchell Repair Information Company LLC...

Page 53: ...ivet installation holes of the rain rail Insulation tape Width 20 mm 0 79 in Height 15 mm 0 59 in Thickness 3 mm 0 12 in Fig 55 Installing Insulation Tape To Rivet Installation Holes Of Rain Rail Cour...

Page 54: ...ain Rail To Top Fabric Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 2 Flatten the stem using a hammer 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 2...

Page 55: ...to the front bow 3 Roll the top fabric over the bow retainer 4 Hang the end of the top fabric on the bow retainer 5 Clamp the top fabric to the bow using water pump pliers which have been wrapped in t...

Page 56: ...nsert a metal rod into the fabric as shown tie the cable around the rod and pull the cable through the fabric 8 Raise the convertible top as shown in the figure 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES...

Page 57: ...to Fabric Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 9 Install the screw 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Page 57 2005 Mitchell...

Page 58: ...CORP 10 Rivet the top fabric upper side to the link 11 Peel the top fabric end 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 PM Pag...

Page 59: ...de to the link NOTE If the lower side rivet is difficult to install to the link install the top fabric using a Tinnerman clip and a screw 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim...

Page 60: ...ged section Cut both the top fabric and the repair sheet using a razor and a straightedge 2 Cut another piece of repair sheet larger than the first for use as a back repair sheet 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata...

Page 61: ...esy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 3 Trim the top fabric and the repair sheets using scissors 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04 28 P...

Page 62: ...ous amount of adhesive agent K180 W0 313 or equivalent to the section being repaired the repair sheet and the back repair sheet Let stand for a few minutes 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIP...

Page 63: ...sheet squarely into the section of the top fabric being repaired Then install the back repair sheet from the underside of the top 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 M...

Page 64: ...ric Being Repaired Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 7 Press the repair sheets firmly together 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12...

Page 65: ...pair sheet using ethyl alcohol 3 Apply a generous amount of adhesive agent K180 W0 313 or equivalent to the section being repaired and the back repair sheet Let stand for a few minutes 4 Install the b...

Page 66: ...y of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 6 Let the top fabric stand until the adhesive agent is fully dry 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 12 04...

Page 67: ...RP DETACHABLE HARDTOP DISASSEMBLY ASSEMBLY 1 Disassemble in the order indicated in the table 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2009 1...

Page 68: ...OCK 1 Lift the protector away from the top lock adjusting nut 2 Turn the adjusting nut clockwise to decrease clearance A and height B turn the nut counterclockwise to increase them 2005 Mazda MX 5 Mia...

Page 69: ...djusting nut with the protector Fig 71 Adjusting Detachable Hardtop Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata Microsoft Saturday July 04 2...

Page 70: ...erclockwise to loosen the engagement 3 Secure the adjusting nut using the protector Fig 72 Adjusting Side Lock Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP REAR DECK LOCK 1 Remove the screw and open the lock cover 2...

Page 71: ...te right left fore or aft until it is tight 5 Tighten the plate installation bolts Tightening torque 18 26 N m 1 8 2 7 kgf m 14 19 ft lbf 6 Close the lock cover and install the screw 2005 Mazda MX 5 M...

Page 72: ...ve the screws and fasteners 2 Remove the front airdam skirt while cutting away the double sided adhesive tape using a flathead 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPMENT Exterior Trim MX 5 Miata...

Page 73: ...rt perform the following procedure 1 Using a cutter remove any remaining double sided tape from the front airdam skirt and body WARNING Using a cutter with bare hands can cause injury Always wear glov...

Page 74: ...airdam skirt 4 Install the front airdam skirt to the body Fig 76 Affixing Double Sided Adhesive Tape To Front Airdam Skirt Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 5 Install fasteners A 6 Install fasteners B and...

Page 75: ...ar airdam skirt while cutting away the double sided adhesive tape using a flathead screwdriver or cutter WARNING Using a cutter with bare hands can cause injury Always wear gloves when using a cutter...

Page 76: ...kirt and rear bumper 2 Remove any grease or dirt from the rear airdam skirt and rear bumper affixing surfaces 3 Affix double sided adhesive tape to the rear airdam skirt as shown in the figure 3 Peel...

Page 77: ...l the rear airdam skirt to the rear bumper and temporarily install the screws 6 Completely remove the tape backing and press to adhere 7 Tighten the bolts 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES EQUIPM...

Page 78: ...the rear spoiler while cutting away the double sided adhesive tape using a flathead screwdriver or cutter WARNING Using a cutter with bare hands can cause injury Always wear gloves when using a cutter...

Page 79: ...and trunk lid 2 Remove any grease or dirt from the rear spoiler and trunk lid affixing surfaces 3 Affix double sided adhesive tape to the rear spoiler as shown in the figure 3 Peel back the tape back...

Page 80: ...id 5 Completely remove the tape backing and press to adhere 6 Tighten the bolts and nut Fig 83 Installing Rear Spoiler BP With TC Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP 2005 Mazda MX 5 Miata 2005 ACCESSORIES E...

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