MX-5 Miata L4-1597cc 1.6L DOHC (1992)
8. Separate the steering intermediate shaft from the pinion shaft.
9. Lower the crossmember until the clearance between the oil pan and the steering gear housing exceeds approx. 100mm (3.94 in).
10. Remove the oil pan mount bolts.
Caution: Do not force any kind of prying tool between the cylinder block and the oil pan as you may damage the contact surfaces.
11. Insert a screwdriver or a suitable tool only at the points shown in the image above. Remove the oil pan (5).
12. Remove the oil strainer (6).
13. Insert a screwdriver or other suitable tool between the cylinder block and the baffle to separate them.
Caution: Do not bend the baffle when prying it loose.
14. Remove the baffle (7).
