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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999MX-5 MIATA L4-1.8L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSERVICE AND REPAIRPRE-ALIGNMENT INSPECTION
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHC
Pre-Alignment Inspection
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHCSECTION Pre-Alignment Inspection
WHEEL ALIGNMENT PREINSPECTION
1. Inspect the tire inflations, and adjust to the recommended pressure as necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct as necessary.
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts.
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkage for excessive looseness.
5. The vehicle must be on level ground and carry no luggage or passengers.
6. Measure the height from the center of the wheel to the fender brim. The difference between left and right measurement must not exceed 10 mm (0.39 inch).
1. Inspect the tire inflations, and adjust to the recommended pressure as necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct as necessary.
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts.
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkage for excessive looseness.
5. The vehicle must be on level ground and carry no luggage or passengers.
6. Measure the height from the center of the wheel to the fender brim. The difference between left and right measurement must not exceed 10 mm (0.39 inch).
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.