Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA1999MX-5 MIATA L4-1.8L DOHCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSCONTROL ARM
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHC
Control Arm
1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata L4-1.8L DOHCSECTION Control Arm
LOWER ARM:
Front:
Pivot Bolts/Nuts 94 - 112 Nm (69 - 83 ft. lbs.)
Rear:
To Crossmember Pivot Bolts/Nuts 73 - 95 Nm (54 - 70 ft. lbs.)
To Knuckle Pivot Bolt/Nut 63 - 74 Nm (63 - 73 ft. lbs.)
UPPER ARM:
Front:
Pivot Bolt/Nut 118 - 137 Nm (87 - 101 ft. lbs.)
Rear:
Pivot Bolts/Nuts 54 - 76 Nm (40 - 56 ft. lbs.)
Front:
Pivot Bolts/Nuts 94 - 112 Nm (69 - 83 ft. lbs.)
Rear:
To Crossmember Pivot Bolts/Nuts 73 - 95 Nm (54 - 70 ft. lbs.)
To Knuckle Pivot Bolt/Nut 63 - 74 Nm (63 - 73 ft. lbs.)
UPPER ARM:
Front:
Pivot Bolt/Nut 118 - 137 Nm (87 - 101 ft. lbs.)
Rear:
Pivot Bolts/Nuts 54 - 76 Nm (40 - 56 ft. lbs.)
RENDER: 1.0x
NO RELATED
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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.