Showing specs for all NA & NB Miatas

NB Miata torque specs — 1999–2005

Browse 1999–2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata NB torque and service specifications across model years, grouped by system. Choose a year to narrow the list, then check each engine and equipment restriction.

601 matching records. Some apply only to a particular engine, transmission, differential, ABS configuration or build date. Check each record’s restrictions and cited manual coverage. 2004–2005 pages include Mazdaspeed variants, labelled separately in each record.

All NB years1999200020012002200320042005

Wheels & Tires (2)

Wheel lug nut
Wheels · NA 1990–1997; NB 1999–2000
65–87 ft·lb88–118 N·m88–118 N·m65–87 ft·lb
Wheel lug nut (NB2)
Wheels · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
66–86 ft·lb89–117 N·m89–117 N·m66–86 ft·lb

Brakes (62)

Front wheel-speed sensor bolt
ABS · NB 1999–2000 (ABS)
14–18 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m14–18 ft·lb
ABS control module nuts and bolt
ABS · NB 1999–2000 (ABS)
61–86 in·lbin·lb6.9–9.8 N·m6.9–9.8 N·m61–86 in·lb
Proportioning bypass valve bolt
Brake lines & master cylinder · NB 1999–2000
70–104 in·lbin·lb7.9–11.7 N·m7.9–11.7 N·m70–104 in·lb
Brake pedal pushrod locknut
Brake pedal · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
17–25 ft·lb24–34 N·m24–34 N·m17–25 ft·lb
Brake switch locknut (NB2)
Brake pedal · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
122–156 in·lbin·lb13.8–17.6 N·m13.8–17.6 N·m122–156 in·lb
Front caliper lock bolt, M10 (NB)
Front brakes · NB 1999–2000
33–39 ft·lb45–53 N·m45–53 N·m33–39 ft·lb
Front caliper lock bolt, M12 (NB)
Front brakes · NB 1999–2000
58–65 ft·lb78–88 N·m78–88 N·m58–65 ft·lb
Front caliper bleeder screw
Front brakes · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
53–87 in·lbin·lb5.9–9.8 N·m5.9–9.8 N·m53–87 in·lb
Rear caliper lock bolt (1994 on)
Rear brakes · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
25–29 ft·lb34–39 N·m34–39 N·m25–29 ft·lb
Rear caliper bracket (mounting support) bolt (NB)
Rear brakes · NB 1999–2000
34–49 ft·lb44–66 N·m44–66 N·m34–49 ft·lb
Rear caliper bleeder screw
Rear brakes · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
53–78 in·lbin·lb5.9–8.8 N·m5.9–8.8 N·m53–78 in·lb

Front Suspension (40)

Front upper arm pivot bolt nut
Front control arms · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
87–101 ft·lb118–137 N·m118–137 N·m87–101 ft·lb
Front hub locknut
Front hubs & knuckles · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
123–159 ft·lb167–216 N·m167–216 N·m123–159 ft·lb
Front hub locknut (NB2)
Front hubs & knuckles · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
123–159 ft·lb166.6–215.6 N·m166.6–215.6 N·m123–159 ft·lb
Front shock lower mounting bolt (NB)
Front shocks & springs · NB 1999–2000
69–86 ft·lb94–116 N·m94–116 N·m69–86 ft·lb
Front stabilizer link nuts (NB)
Front stabilizer bar · NB 1999–2000
32–44 ft·lb44–60 N·m44–60 N·m32–44 ft·lb
Front crossmember upper mounting bolts and nuts
Front crossmember · NB 1999–2000
87–101 ft·lb118–137 N·m118–137 N·m87–101 ft·lb
Front crossmember lower rear mounting bolts
Front crossmember · NB 1999–2000
69–86 ft·lb94–116 N·m94–116 N·m69–86 ft·lb

Rear Suspension (21)

Rear upper arm bolts and nuts (NB)
Rear control arms · NB 1999–2000
40–56 ft·lb54–76 N·m54–76 N·m40–56 ft·lb
Rear stabilizer link nuts (NB)
Rear stabilizer bar · NB 1999–2000
32–44 ft·lb44–60 N·m44–60 N·m32–44 ft·lb

Steering (42)

Power steering pressure switch
Power steering · NB 1999–2000
11–14 ft·lb15–19 N·m15–19 N·m11–14 ft·lb
Steering lock mounting bolts
Steering column & shaft · NB 1999–2000
New shear-head bolts, tightened until the heads break off
Steering rack mounting bracket bolts (NB)
Steering rack · NB 1999–2000
55–77 ft·lb75–104 N·m75–104 N·m55–77 ft·lb
Manual rack rear cover locknut
Steering rack · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000
37–50 ft·lb50–68 N·m50–68 N·m37–50 ft·lb
Power rack adjusting cover locknut (NB)
Steering rack · NB 1999–2000
29–36 ft·lb40–49 N·m40–49 N·m29–36 ft·lb
Steering wheel nut
Steering wheel · NA 1990–1997; NB 1999–2000
29–36 ft·lb39–49 N·m39–49 N·m29–36 ft·lb
Tie rod end nut (to knuckle) (NB)
Tie rods · NB 1999–2000
32–41 ft·lb43–56 N·m43–56 N·m32–41 ft·lb
Tie rod jam nut (toe adjustment locknut) (NB)
Tie rods · NB 1999–2000
26–36 ft·lb35–50 N·m35–50 N·m26–36 ft·lb
Inner tie rod to rack, power steering (NB)
Tie rods · NB 1999–2000
44–57 ft·lb59–78 N·m59–78 N·m44–57 ft·lb
Inner tie rod to rack, manual steering
Tie rods · NB 1999–2000
58–72 ft·lb79–98 N·m79–98 N·m58–72 ft·lb
Tie rod end ball joint nut (NB2)
Tie rods · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
≈31–42 ft·lb42.2–56.9 N·m42.2–56.9 N·m≈31–42 ft·lb

Engine (48)

Connecting rod cap nuts (NB2)
Bottom End · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
35–36 ft·lb48–50 N·m48–50 N·m35–36 ft·lb
Main bearing cap bolts (NB2)
Bottom End · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
40–43 ft·lb54–58 N·m54–58 N·m40–43 ft·lb
Piston oil jet bolts (NB2)
Bottom End · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
105–156 in·lbin·lb11.8–17.6 N·m11.8–17.6 N·m105–156 in·lb
VVT actuator bolt (NB2)
Camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
47–61 ft·lb63–83 N·m63–83 N·m47–61 ft·lb
VVT actuator cover screws (NB2)
Camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
≈35–52 in·lbin·lb3.9–5.9 N·m3.9–5.9 N·m≈35–52 in·lb
Camshaft cap bolts
Cylinder head & camshafts · NA 1990–1997 (B6/BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
100–126 in·lbin·lb11.3–14.2 N·m11.3–14.2 N·m100–126 in·lb
Valve cover (cylinder head cover) bolts (NB2)
Cylinder head & camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
69–96 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.8 N·m7.8–10.8 N·m69–96 in·lb
VVT oil control valve housing bolts (NB2)
Cylinder head & camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
69–95 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.7 N·m7.8–10.7 N·m69–95 in·lb
VVT oil control valve retaining bolt (NB2)
Cylinder head & camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
69–96 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.8 N·m7.8–10.8 N·m69–96 in·lb
VVT oil pipe bolts numbered 1 2 3 4 and 7 (NB2)
Cylinder head & camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.8 N·m7.8–10.8 N·m70–95 in·lb
2 stages
VVT oil pipe union at portion B numbered 5 (NB2)
Cylinder head & camshafts · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
≈12–17 ft·lb15.7–23.5 N·m15.7–23.5 N·m≈12–17 ft·lb
2 stages

Lubrication (23)

Oil filter (NB)
Engine oil · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
As printed on the filter or its box, using the filter wrench
Oil filter (NB2)
Engine oil · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
9–12 ft·lb11.7–15.7 N·m11.7–15.7 N·m9–12 ft·lb
Dipstick tube mounting bolt (NB2)
Engine oil · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Rear crankshaft seal carrier bolts (NB2)
Engine oil · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Oil pan bolts (NB2)
Engine oil · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Oil pan bolts
Oil pan & pump · NA 1994–1997 (BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W); NA 1990–1993 (B6)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Oil pump cover screws (NB2)
Oil Pump · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
53–78 in·lbin·lb5.9–8.8 N·m5.9–8.8 N·m53–78 in·lb

Cooling (25)

Cooling fan blade nut (NB)
Radiator & fans · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
27–34 in·lbin·lb3–3.9 N·m3–3.9 N·m27–34 in·lb
Radiator drain plug
Radiator & fans · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
7–10 in·lbin·lb0.7–1.1 N·m0.7–1.1 N·m7–10 in·lb
Cooling fan motor mounting screws (NB2)
Radiator & fans · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
35–43 in·lbin·lb4–4.9 N·m4–4.9 N·m35–43 in·lb
Cooling fan blade nut (NB2)
Radiator & fans · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
27–34 in·lbin·lb3–3.9 N·m3–3.9 N·m27–34 in·lb
Mazdaspeed cooling fan blade nuts (NB2)
Radiator & fans · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
26–34 in·lbin·lb2.9–3.9 N·m2.9–3.9 N·m26–34 in·lb
Thermostat cover nut
Thermostat · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
15–22 ft·lb20–30 N·m20–30 N·m15–22 ft·lb
Water pump bolts
Water pump · NA 1990–1997 (B6/BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
14–19 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m14–19 ft·lb

Fuel & Intake (61)

Mass airflow sensor mounting bolts (NB2)
Air cleaner · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Air intake hose clamps (NB2)
Air cleaner · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
22–30 in·lbin·lb2.5–3.4 N·m2.5–3.4 N·m22–30 in·lb
Mazdaspeed air intake hose clamps (NB2)
Air cleaner · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
23–30 in·lbin·lb2.5–3.4 N·m2.5–3.4 N·m23–30 in·lb
EGR valve bolts
Emissions (EGR) · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
14–18 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m14–18 ft·lb
EGR pipe flare nut
Emissions (EGR) · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
24–34 ft·lb32–47 N·m32–47 N·m24–34 ft·lb
Mazdaspeed EGR pipe mounting bolts (NB2)
Emissions (EGR) · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.8 N·m7.8–10.8 N·m70–95 in·lb
EGR pipe union at exhaust manifold (NB2)
Emissions (EGR) · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
≈24–35 ft·lb32–47 N·m32–47 N·m≈24–35 ft·lb
EGR pipe mounting bolts (NB2)
Emissions (EGR) · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
≈70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m≈70–95 in·lb
EVAP air hose bracket bolt (NB2)
Emissions (EGR) · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
≈70–104 in·lbin·lb7.9–11.7 N·m7.9–11.7 N·m≈70–104 in·lb
Fuel pump mounting screws
Fuel tank & pump · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
10–19 in·lbin·lb1.1–2.1 N·m1.1–2.1 N·m10–19 in·lb
Fuel tank bracket bolts
Fuel tank & pump · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
16–22 ft·lb22–30 N·m22–30 N·m16–22 ft·lb
Intake manifold nuts and bolts (NB)
Intake manifold · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
≈16–22 ft·lb22–30 N·m22–30 N·m≈16–22 ft·lb
Idle air control valve bolts
Throttle body & idle control · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
39–57 in·lbin·lb4.3–6.5 N·m4.3–6.5 N·m39–57 in·lb
Mazdaspeed air pipe No. 1 mounting bolt (NB2)
Turbocharger · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.8–10.8 N·m7.8–10.8 N·m70–95 in·lb
Turbocharger support bracket bolts (NB2)
Turbocharger · NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO, 6MT)
12–17 ft·lb15.7–23.5 N·m15.7–23.5 N·m12–17 ft·lb

Exhaust (18)

Exhaust manifold to head nuts (NB2)
Exhaust manifold · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
29–33 ft·lb39–46 N·m39–46 N·m29–33 ft·lb
Exhaust manifold heat shield fasteners (NB2)
Exhaust manifold · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Front pipe flange nuts
Exhaust pipes & sensors · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
32–44 ft·lb43–60 N·m43–60 N·m32–44 ft·lb
Front exhaust pipe bracket bolts (NB2)
Exhaust pipes & sensors · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3)
≈14–18 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m≈14–18 ft·lb

Ignition & Electrical (32)

Alternator B terminal nut
Alternator · NA 1994–1997 (BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
87–130 in·lbin·lb9.9–14 N·m9.9–14 N·m87–130 in·lb
Alternator terminal B nut (NB2)
Alternator · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
87–130 in·lbin·lb9.9–14.7 N·m9.9–14.7 N·m87–130 in·lb
Battery clamp bolt
Battery · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
79–121 in·lbin·lb8.9–13.7 N·m8.9–13.7 N·m79–121 in·lb
Battery hold-down fastener (NB2)
Battery · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
79–121 in·lbin·lb8.9–13.7 N·m8.9–13.7 N·m79–121 in·lb
Knock sensor
Engine sensors · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
15–25 ft·lb19.6–34.3 N·m19.6–34.3 N·m15–25 ft·lb
Crankshaft position sensor bolt
Engine sensors · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Camshaft position sensor bolt
Engine sensors · NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Knock sensor (NB2)
Engine sensors · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
15–25 ft·lb19.6–34.3 N·m19.6–34.3 N·m15–25 ft·lb
Spark plug
Spark plugs · NA 1990–1997 (B6/BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
11–17 ft·lb15–23 N·m15–23 N·m11–17 ft·lb
Starter terminal B nut (NB2)
Starter · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
87–104 in·lbin·lb9.9–11.7 N·m9.9–11.7 N·m87–104 in·lb

Clutch (21)

Clutch pipe flare nuts
Clutch hydraulics · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000; NA 1990–1993 (B6)
113–190 in·lbin·lb12.8–21.5 N·m12.8–21.5 N·m113–190 in·lb
Clutch switch locknut
Clutch pedal · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000; NA 1990–1993 (B6)
122–156 in·lbin·lb13.8–17.6 N·m13.8–17.6 N·m122–156 in·lb
Clutch pedal pushrod locknut
Clutch pedal · NA 1994–1997; NB 1999–2000; NA 1990–1993 (B6)
105–147 in·lbin·lb11.8–16.6 N·m11.8–16.6 N·m105–147 in·lb
Clutch pedal pivot bolt
Clutch pedal · NB 1999–2000
15–25 ft·lb20–34 N·m20–34 N·m15–25 ft·lb
Flywheel bolts
Flywheel & clutch · NA 1990–1997 (B6/BP); NB 1999–2000 (BP-4W)
71–76 ft·lb96–103 N·m96–103 N·m71–76 ft·lb

Transmission (89)

Automatic transmission oil pan bolts (NB)
Automatic transmission · NB 1999–2000 (4AT)
35–43 in·lbin·lb4–4.9 N·m4–4.9 N·m35–43 in·lb
Automatic transmission oil strainer bolts
Automatic transmission · NB 1999–2000 (4AT)
44–52 in·lbin·lb5–5.8 N·m5–5.8 N·m44–52 in·lb
Automatic transmission control valve body bolts
Automatic transmission · NB 1999–2000 (4AT)
70–104 in·lbin·lb7.9–11.7 N·m7.9–11.7 N·m70–104 in·lb
Key interlock solenoid screws (NB2)
Automatic transmission · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3, 4AT)
61–112 in·lbin·lb6.9–12.7 N·m6.9–12.7 N·m61–112 in·lb
Vehicle speed sensor
Manual transmission · NB 1999–2000 (5MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Five-speed speedometer sensor bolt (NB2)
Manual transmission · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3, 5MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Five-speed shift lever retaining bolts (NB2)
Manual transmission · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3, 5MT)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb

Driveshaft & Differential (29)

Differential fill plug
Differential · NA 1990–1997; NB 1999–2000
29–40 ft·lb39–54 N·m39–54 N·m29–40 ft·lb
Differential drain plug
Differential · NA 1990–1997; NB 1999–2000
29–40 ft·lb39–54 N·m39–54 N·m29–40 ft·lb
Ring gear bolts
Differential · NB 1999–2000
51–61 ft·lb69–83 N·m69–83 N·m51–61 ft·lb
Differential breather (NB2)
Differential · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
70–120 in·lbin·lb7.9–13.7 N·m7.9–13.7 N·m70–120 in·lb
Differential baffle bolts (NB2)
Differential · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
79–112 in·lbin·lb8.9–12.7 N·m8.9–12.7 N·m79–112 in·lb
Rear hub (axle) locknut (NB)
Rear hubs & driveshafts · NB 1999–2000
174–235 ft·lb236–318 N·m236–318 N·m174–235 ft·lb

Body & Interior (72)

Driver airbag module bolts
Airbags · NB 1999–2000
70–104 in·lbin·lb7.9–11.7 N·m7.9–11.7 N·m70–104 in·lb
Passenger airbag module nut and bolt
Airbags · NB 1999–2000
87–130 in·lbin·lb9.8–14.7 N·m9.8–14.7 N·m87–130 in·lb
Driver airbag mounting bolts (NB2)
Airbags · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
70–104 in·lbin·lb7.9–11.7 N·m7.9–11.7 N·m70–104 in·lb
Window regulator and glass guide nuts (NB)
Doors & windows · NB 1999–2000
14–18 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m14–18 ft·lb
Hood latch bolts
Hood & trunk · NB 1999–2000; NA 1990–1993 (B6)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Trunk lid hinge nuts
Hood & trunk · NB 1999–2000
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Trunk lid striker bolt
Hood & trunk · NB 1999–2000; NA 1990–1993 (B6)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Trunk striker bolts (NB2)
Hood & trunk · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
70–95 in·lbin·lb7.9–10.7 N·m7.9–10.7 N·m70–95 in·lb
Front fog lamp mounting bolts (NB2)
Lighting · NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3); NB 2004–2005 (BP-Z3-TURBO)
≈3–13 in·lbin·lb0.3–1.5 N·m0.3–1.5 N·m≈3–13 in·lb
Seat belt anchor and buckle bolts
Seat belts · NB 1999–2000
29–57 ft·lb39–78 N·m39–78 N·m29–57 ft·lb
Hardtop rear deck lock plate bolts
Soft top & hardtop · NB 1999–2000
14–19 ft·lb18–26 N·m18–26 N·m14–19 ft·lb
Soft top link bracket bolts
Soft top & hardtop · NB 1999–2000
14–18 ft·lb19–25 N·m19–25 N·m14–18 ft·lb

Heating & Air Conditioning (16)