Fig. 30: Measuring Ball-Joint Rotational Torque Using Allen Wrench & Torque Wrench
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
REAR CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the exhaust pipe. (See
EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF]
.)
2. Remove the propeller shaft. (See
PROPELLER SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
3. Remove the power plant frame. (See
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [M15M-D]
.)
(See
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [P66M-D]
.) (See
AUTOMATIC
TRANSMISSION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SJ6A-EL]
.)
4. Remove the rear drive shaft. (See
REAR DRIVE SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
5. Remove the rear differential. (See
REAR DIFFERENTIAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring
harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before operations, remove the ABS
wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and move the sensor away from the
harnesses.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 SUSPENSION Rear Suspension - MX-5 Miata
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