Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual — part 153

Fig. 43: Measuring Rotation Torque From Pinion Gear
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7. Hold the adjusting cover so as not to rotate and tighten the locknut.

Tightening torque

40.0-58.0 N.m {4.08-5.91 kgf.m, 29.5-42.7 ft.lbf}

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Fig. 44: Tightening Locknut
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HERMETIC SEALING INSPECTION

1. Connect the SSTs to the power cylinder section of the gear housing.

2. Apply 53.3 kPa {400 mmHg, 15.7 inHg} vacuum with a vacuum pump and verify that it is held for at

least 30 seconds .

3. If the vacuum is not held, replace the oil seal.

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2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata

Fig. 45: Inspecting Hermetic Sealing
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT [LF] .)

2. Remove in the order indicated in Fig. 46 .

3. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Fig. 46: View Of Power Steering Oil Pump Components (With Torque Specifications)
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMP DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLY

1. Disassemble in the order indicated in Fig. 47 .

2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.

NOTE:

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The following procedure is for replacement of the O-ring and oil seal only.
Replace the pump component if other repairs are necessary.

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2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata