MX-5 Miata Mazdaspeed L4-1.8L DOHC Turbo (2004)
10. Tighten the upper nut to the specified torque.
Tightening torque 16 - 23 Nm (1.6 - 2.4 kgf-m, 12 - 17 ft. lbs.)
Front Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Installation Note
1. Install the front shock absorber and coil spring so that the ABS wheel-speed sensor bracket of the shock absorber faces the rear of the vehicle.
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER INSPECTION
1. Inspect the following and replace as necessary.
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Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
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Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear.
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Compress and extend the shock piston at least 3 times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
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Compress the shock absorber piston and release it.
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Verify that the piston extends fully at a normal speed.
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL
Showa Shock Absorber
1. Clamp a shock absorber flat or with the piston downwards.
2. Drill a 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.11 inch) hole at a point 20 - 30 mm (0.79 - 1.18 inch) from the bottom of the tube, so that the gas can escape.
Warning:
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Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray
metal chips into the eyes and face of when drilling.
3. Turn the hole downwards.
4. The oil can be collected by moving the piston rod several times up and down and cutting the tube at the end.
5. Dispose of the waste oil according to local waste disposal laws.
Note:
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Shock absorber gas is nitrogen gas.
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Shock absorber oil is mineral oil.
Bilstein Shock Absorber
Warning:
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Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye-wear. The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal
chips into the eyes and face when drilling.
1. Clamp a shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing downwards.
2. Drill a 2 - 3 mm (0.08 - 0.12 inch) hole at a point 10 - 20 mm (0.4 - 0.8 inch) shown in the figure, so that the gas can escape.