Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport 2007 Manual page 550

2006-08 TRANSMISSION Automatic Transmission Overhaul - MX-5 Miata & RX-8
Fig. 327: Retaining Plate Size Reference Chart
78. Verify that the input shaft turns smoothly.
79. Using a dial indicator, measure the input shaft end play.
Input shaft end play
0.35-1.05 mm {0.014-0.041 in}
Fig. 328: Measuring Input Shaft End Play Using Dial Indicator
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport