Mazda MX-5 Miata (NA and NB, 1989-2005): repair manuals

Mazda MX-5 (1989-9/2005) | Haynes Service and Repair Manual

Haynes Repair Manual covering the Mazda MX-5.

Versions: 'Mk 1', 'Mk 2' and 'Mk 2.5' (After and NB series)

Petrol engines: 1.6 litre (1597 cc) and 1.8 litre (1840 cc).

Production years: 1989-9/2005.

Exclusions: This manual does not cover the 'Mk 3' (NC series), introduced in 10/2005.

This Haynes manual for the Mazda MX-5 sports cars describes service and repair of the petrol engines (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and radiator).
It also includes procedures for the heater, fuel system, exhaust, starting and charging system. Additionally, it describes work on the clutch, gearbox, driveshafts, braking system, suspension, steering gear, body, interior, and electrical system.

• This Haynes Owners Workshop Manual contains also a maintenance schedule, technical specifications, torque wrench settings, and troubleshooting tables.
• Clear and detailed wiring diagrams.

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Author:	Martynn Randall
Details:	256 pages, 27.5 x 21 x 1.5 cm / 10.8 x 8.25 x 0.59 in, paperback
Illustrations:	hundreds of photos and drawings
Publisher:	Haynes Publishing (GB, 2014)
Series:	Haynes Service and Repair Manual (5565)
ISBN:	9780857339348

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Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6 (1989-1995) - Enthusiast's Workshop Manual

Veloce workshop manual for maintenance and repair of the Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Petrol engines: 1.6 litre.

Production years: 1989-1995.

• This Veloce book for the Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6 describes with 1600 photos and step-by-step instructions very detailed maintenance, repair and overhaul of the 1.6 litre petrol engine (distribution, belts, valves, camshaft, cylinder head, oil pump, seals and crankshaft), the cooling system (coolant pump, thermostat, fan and radiator), the heater, the fuel system, the exhaust, the starting and charging system.
• Covers also work on the clutch, the gearbox, the driveshafts, the braking system, the suspension, the steering gear, the body, the interior and the electrical system.

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Author:	Rod Grainger
Details:	368 pages, 27 x 21.5 x 2.8 cm / 10.6 x 8.5 x 1.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:	1600 b&w photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2017)
ISBN:	9781787111745

How to restore: Mazda MX-5 / Miata Mk1 & 2 - Your step-by-step guide to restoring a Mazda MX-5 Miata (Enthusiast's Restoration Manual)

An easy to follow guide to restoring a classic Mazda MX-5/Miata - the world's favourite small sports car. This book takes you step-by-step through choosing a project car, looking the car over, planning the restoration, and buying parts and tools to perform the work.

The comprehensive text is fully supported by high resolution photographs, guiding you through stripping the car down, cutting out and repairing rust, restoration of interiors, replacing the hood, refurbishing the underside of the car including the floor pan, suspension, brakes, undersealing, reassembly, replacing the cam belt and waterpump, replacing engine seals and gaskets to cure common leaks.

It also provides a guide to handy upgrades as you go along. Whether you are looking to restore to original condition or build an out-and-out track weapon, the techniques described in this book will assist you in getting the right base to start with.
The book is based on and actual restoration of a vehicle carried out by the author, with before and after shots.

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Author:	Oliver Wild
Details:	224 pages, 27 x 20.5 cm / 10.6 x 8.1 in, paperback
Illustrations:	1000 colour photos
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2019)
Series:	Enthusiast's Restoration Manual
ISBN:	9781787113046

Mazda MX-5 Maintenance and Upgrades Manual

With step-by-step instructions and safety information throughout, this book is a valuable technical resource for owners of Mk1 and Mk2 Mazda MX-5s.

Illustrated with over 700 colour photographs the book covers:
- Tools and safety
- Routine checks weekly and twice-yearly checks, plus preparing for the MOT test
- Engine maintenance and tuning
- Gearbox and differential - service information on renewing the oils and changing the clutch
- Brake maintenance and upgrades
- Better handling - uprating the suspension bushes and changing the springs and dampers
- Bodywork and hood maintenance
- Interior - soundproofing, fitting a roll cage and much more, all covered in depth
- Projects - what else can you do with an MX-5? Removing the bodyshell, making a kit car and converting to electric power.

B

ased on real-life experience and written by expert authors, the books in the Maintenance and Upgrades Manual series from Crowood will help owners develop the workshop skills needed for the maintenance and repair of their cars, and give guidance on possibilities for improvements and upgrades to performance.

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Author:	Rob Hawkins
Details:	160 pages, 29.5 x 21 x 1.6 cm / 11.6 x 8.25 x 0.63 in, hardback
Illustrations:	700 colour photos
Publisher:	The Crowood Press Ltd (GB, 2017)
Series:	Maintenance and Upgrades Manual
ISBN:	9781785002823

Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.8 (1994-1998) - Enthusiast's Workshop Manual

This detailed manual covers the Mazda MX-5 'Mk 1' 1.8-litre models with pop-up headlights produced between 1994 and 1998.
Written in a clear and straightforward style, it provides step-by-step instructions for important repair and maintenance tasks. Each procedure is supported by numerous photographs and illustrations.
The manual covers all areas of maintenance and repair and is also applicable to the Eunos Roadster (Japanese market) and the Mazda Miata (US market).

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Author:	Rod Grainger
Details:	368 pages, 27 x 21 x 2.6 cm / 10.6 x 8.25 x 1.02 in, paperback
Illustrations:	1600 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Veloce Publishing Ltd (GB, 2018)
ISBN:	9781787114203

Mazda MX 5 (1989-1998) | Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst

Repair manual from the series "Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst" (nr. 151, reprint) for the Mazda MX 5 sports car.

Petrol engines: 1.6 (1597 cc, 66 kW/90 hp and 85 kW/115 hp, B6 DOHC) and 1.9 (1840 cc, 96 kW/131 hp, BP DOHC).

Production years: 1989-1998.

• This repair manual for the Mazda MX 5 describes maintenance and repair of the engines: the lubricating system, cooling, fuel system, filters and exhaust.
• Covers also the clutch and transmission, the suspension, the steering system, the servo unit and the brakes, the electrical system (including windscreen wipers and lighting), the interior and the body.
• This manual contains also adjustment data and a maintenance schedule.

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Author:	Thomas Heaberle, Thomas Nauck
Details:	264 pages, 26.5 x 20 cm / 10.4 x 7.9 in, paperback
Illustrations:	about 250 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Motorbuch Verlag (D, 2010)
Series:	Jetzt helfe ich mir selbst (151)
ISBN:	9783613015203

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Mazda MX-5 - 1.6 L und 1.8 L (2/1989-9/2005) | So wird's gemacht

Workshop manual from the German series So wird's gemacht (nr. 163) for the Mazda MX-5 sports cars.

Petrol engines:
- 1.6 L (1597 cc)
- 1.8 L (1840 cc)

Production years: 02/1989-09/2005.

The initial section of this manual for the Mazda MX-5 covers inspection and daily maintenance of the 1.6 and 1.8 L petrol engines, transmission, brakes, steering and body (including the electrical system, windscreen wipers, lighting and heating or air conditioning).

Furthermore, this book provides detailed guidance on the following components:
- Suspension (replacement of driveshafts, springs and shock absorbers), steering (ball joints) and brakes (discs, brake linings and handbrake).
- Electrical system (battery, voltage regulator and starter motor).
- Dismantling and assembly of the engine cylinder head and cam drive, including replacement of the v-belt and the timing belt or chain.
- The lubricating system with the oil pump.
- The cooling system (replacement of radiator, thermostat and cooling fan).
- The fuel system (air filter, fuel pump and fuel filter) and exhaust (replacement of mufflers).
- Interior: removal and refitting of the dashboard, instrument panel, consoles, interior trim and seats.
- Body: dismantling and assembly of bumpers, fenders, bonnet, tailgate, doors, window mechanisms, locks and mirrors.

• Extensive technical specifications, adjustment data and torque wrench settings.
• Clear wiring diagrams of the main circuits.
• German edition of the Haynes manual for this car.

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Author:	Rüdiger Etzold
Details:	296 pages, 26 x 19.5 cm / 10.25 x 7.7 in, paperback
Illustrations:	500 photos and drawings
Publisher:	Delius Klasing Verlag GmbH (D, 2019)
Series:	So wird's gemacht (163)
ISBN:	9783667115737

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