What steps are involved in replacing the differential seal and preventing oil leaks on 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata?

Every model has a sensor to signal the camshaft position, and Mazda nomenclature may be confusing. Previous models called the sensor Crankshaft position sensor. Mazda came up with the use of real crankshaft position sensors and standardization in 1995. These sensors have relatively the same removal and installation steps whereby the battery terminal is first disconnected.

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2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Output Shaft Seal Part Number: R004-27-238
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- Other Name: Seal, Oil
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: R004-27-238
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
Fits the following 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Submodels:
- 25th Anniversary Edition, Base, Club, Club Spec, Grand Touring, Special Edition, Sport, SV, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Output Shaft Seal Part Number: P043-27-238A
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- Other Name: Seal, Oil; Axle Seal
- Replaces: P043-27-238
- Item Weight: 0.60 Pounds
- Condition: New
- Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
- SKU: P043-27-238A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Mazda's factory warranty.
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Fits the following 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Submodels:
- 25th Anniversary Edition, Base, Club, Club Spec, Grand Touring, Special Edition, Sport, SV, Touring | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Differential Seal Parts and Q&A

Q: What steps are involved in replacing the differential seal and preventing oil leaks on 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata?
A: Every model has a sensor to signal the camshaft position, and Mazda nomenclature may be confusing. Previous models called the sensor Crankshaft position sensor. Mazda came up with the use of real crankshaft position sensors and standardization in 1995. These sensors have relatively the same removal and installation steps whereby the battery terminal is first disconnected.