Question 1

What should you do if the shock absorbers or coil springs show signs of wear on Mazda MX-5 Miata?

Accepted Answer

When you notice that the shock absorbers or coil springs are worn or leaking fluid or no longer dampen or have been damaged physically through chipping, sagging or cracking springs, check all alternatives and start no work before you have made a decision. The shock absorbers are not serviceable and need replacement in instances of occurrence of problems but the full set of assemblies containing springs can be offered in exchange basis which saves time and effort. 3 Check the price and supply of parts before dismantling the car. Install a good-quality spring compressor and proceed according to the instructions of the manufacturer. Having taken the coil spring out of the assemblage, lay it aside in a safe place. To take to pieces, looseness the shock absorber/ coil spring assembly and clamp it in a vise lined with wood or rags to avoid damage, without over tightening it. Removal of the cap peeled off the top center of the assembly and partial screwing of the damper shaft nut. Attach the spring compressor as per the instructions of the manufacturer and remove all the pressure on the upper spring seat by compressing the spring until a wiggle can be detected on the spring. Take off damper shaft nut which may have been holding shaft so it does not rotate, then remove the nut and washer, marking the outer side of the spacer plate and mounting plate to be reattached. Inspect the mounting plate (regarding its cracks and deterioration), changing it when necessary. Take off the rebound stopper off the damper shaft, and check the rubber in cracks and hardness, and change it, as necessary. When the spring is in compressed form, carefully remove it out of the assembly by having the ends facing outwards, and not into your body. To reassemble, put the coil spring on the lower insulator so that the end is in the step. This is done by extending the damper rod to the maximum length and placing the rebound stopper. Fit the mounting plate and the spacer plate with their paint mark facing outwards and tighten the damper shaft nut partially. Take out the spring compressor device and screw the damper shaft nut as tightly as it is permitted. Lastly, reassemble the shock/coil spring assembly as above mentioned.

Question 2

How to remove and install the rear coil springs and shock absorber on Mazda MX-5 Miata?

Accepted Answer

For 2005 and earlier models, begin by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts, raising the rear of the vehicle, and placing it securely on jackstands before removing the rear wheels. If working on the left side, take off the protector shield for the fuel tank filler pipe. Support the lower control arm from below and detach the lower link from the stabilizer link to allow the lower control arm to drop, ensuring it does not pull on the brake hose. Remove the shock absorber's lower bolt and nut by holding the shock/coil spring assembly's lower bolt with a socket, undoing the nut, and pulling out the bolt. In the trunk, take off the upper mounting nuts without removing the center nut, then lower the shock absorber/coil spring assembly free of the fender and remove it from under the vehicle. For inspection, the process for the damper unit or coil spring is the same as for front shock absorber/coil spring assemblies. Installation follows the reverse order of removal, tightening the fasteners to the specified torque, and before tightening any fastener that runs through a rubber bushing, raise the rear knuckle with a floor jack to simulate normal ride height. For 2006 and later models, start by loosening the rear wheel lug nuts, raising the vehicle, and placing it securely on jackstands before removing the rear wheels. Remove the clip securing the parking brake cable to the bracket at the rear brake caliper, disconnect the cable, and set it aside. Detach the rear brake caliper assembly and suspend it safely with wire. Disconnect the inner end of the rear upper lateral link and remove the nut from the upper end of the rear stabilizer link. Remove the shock absorber lower bolt, then inside the trunk, take out the carpeting. To remove the left shock absorber, take off the metal shield in the trunk that protects the fuel filler neck by removing the necessary bolts. Remove the upper shock absorber mounting nuts and the shock absorber retaining bolt from the underside of the wheel well, then take out the shock absorber. For inspection, the process for the damper unit or coil spring remains the same as for front shock absorber/coil spring assemblies. Installation is again the reverse of removal, ensuring to tighten the fasteners to the specified torque and raising the rear knuckle with a floor jack before tightening any fastener that runs through a rubber bushing.

Genuine Mazda MX-5 Miata Coil Springs

20 Coil Springs found

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NC9J-28-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NA5J-28-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NG20-28-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NC9C-34-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NB2N-34-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NA9B-34-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NA1L-34-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NB2P-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NH42-34-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NC2W-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Coil Spring Part Number: NH45-34-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NH46-34-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Coil Spring Part Number: NA1J-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NG21-28-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NF47-34-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Coil Spring Part Number: NA6W-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: N163-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: N133-28-011A

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: N123-34-011

Mazda MX-5 Miata Spring Part Number: NE51-28-011A

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