Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual page 394

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05UOMX-022
REAR AXLE
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Inspection
Wheel bearing play
1. Remove the wheel, brake caliper assembly, and disc plate,
referring to Removal note below.
2. Position a dial indicator against the wheel hub. Push and
pull the wheel hub by hand in the axial direction and meas-
ure the wheel bearing play.
If the bearing play exceeds specification, check and adjust
the locknut torque or replace the wheel bearing if necessary.
Maximum wheel bearing play: 0.05mm (0.002 in)
Removal note
Brake caliper assembly
Note
• For easier installation, do not depress the brake
pedal after removing the brake caliper assembly.
Suspend the brake caliper assembly with a rope.
Installation note
Locknut
Install a new locknut and stake it.
Tightening torque:
216-294 N·m (22-30 m-kg, 159-217 ft-Ib)
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