Steering Gear And Linkage Inspection - Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual

Fig. 28: Disassembling Mounting Rubber
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE INSPECTION

RACK INSPECTION
1. Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear. Replace it if necessary.
2. Measure the runout of the rack.
Steering rack runout
Near point A: 0.08 mm {0.003 in} max.
Near point B: 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
3. If not within the specification, replace the rack.
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport
2007 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata