Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual page 505

R
REAR SUSPENSION (DOUBLE-WISHBONE)
UPPER ARM
Removal/Inspection /Installation
1. Jack up the rear of the vehicle and support it with safety stands.
2. Remove in the order shown in the figure, referring to Removal Note.
3. Inspect all parts and repair or replace as necessary.
4. Install in the reverse of removal.
Note
• Loosely tighten the upper arm bolts. Lower the vehicle and tighten all nuts and bolts to the
specified torques with the vehicle unladed.
5. Adjust the rear wheel alignment. (Refer to page R-9.)
REPLACE
PARAFFIN BASED
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RUBBER OIL
A
(SUNPAR 107
OR EQUIVALENT)
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46-67 (4.7-6.8,34-49)
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99-119 (9.0-12.0,65-87)
46-67 (4.7-6.8,34-49)
N·m (m-kg, ft-Ib)
05UORX-052
1. Upper arm 2. Upper arm bushing
Inspect for damage and cracks Inspect for deterioration and wear
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