I have seen on other forums that it requires removing a lot of extra parts just to find and replace it, but somewhere on here I've seen that you can just find it and replace it without removing anything. any tips are appreciated!!
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SOURCE: manual transmission stuck in reverse in my mx-5
You will have to remove the center console and then the shifter asm. look down inside where the shifter goes and you will see 3 selectors one will be out of position. You will need to pop it back inline with the other 2. After that look at the bottom of the shifter ther should be a bushing on the very end, if it is not there you will need to get one from your dealer, they are like 8 dollars and then you just pop it on and reasemble in reverse order and you should not have any more trouble.
SOURCE: When the top is up I have a rattle
Go to http://www.miata.net/garage/tsb/ and check out the service bulletins there. It might solve your situation.
SOURCE: 1999 mx-5 mazda miata- turns
Check your diagnostics in case they can reveal something...
If you're driving an American model WITH a check engine light on the
dash, put a paper clip between terminal 10 and GND in your diagnostic
box (right side of the engine bay near the air intake - has a big
DIAGNOSTIC written on it). Then hop into your car, turn the key to ON
(but don't start the engine). The light should go on steady - then off
for 4 seconds. After this any diagnostic codes will be displayed. Long
flashes are for the first digit in a two digit code - short flashes are
the second digit. There will be a 4 second pause between each code AND
the codes will repeat. If you get codes, record them and post them and
I'll see what I can suggest.
Otherwise, check your spark plugs and wires - replace them if necessary - check the coil packs and the connections thoroughly. Poor or no ignition is most likely your problem.
Also check your air intake, filter and check and clean your throttle body.
I'm betting you'll find an issue in the ignition system though.
Hope this helps,
Sherwin
SOURCE: where is the ect sensor
It is directly at the back of the cam cover, more on the driver's side.Look down about 2-3 inches from the top of the cam cover and you will see it.
I believe a 21 or 22mm deep well socket is what you will need, and be careful you don't lose the small aluminum washer under it when you remove it.
TIM................
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