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Fuel injector leakage limit (NB2, non-turbo)
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Not yet checked against the factory manual for your car's year. It's verified in the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual (electronic manual capture); later manuals may differ.
Less than 1 drop in 2 minLess than 1 drop in 2 min
Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure
Engine stopped. Complete factory fuel-pressure release and test setup (PDF pp. 688, 701–702). Secure injectors to distributor, run pump using only the specified DLC F/P and body-ground connections, and tilt injectors approximately 60 degrees. Replace injector if leakage exceeds specification.
Applies to
- NB 2001–2005 (BP-Z3) — Other years inferred from 2003 factory evidence.
- Verified in: 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual (electronic manual capture)
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- 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual (electronic manual capture)Tier 1
Page Fuel Injector Inspection — Fuel Leakage and Volume Test (PDF p. 702) · Printed value & notes
Page Fuel Injector Inspection — Fuel Leakage and Volume Test (PDF p. 702)Printed: “Fuel leakage Less than 1 drop/2 min”
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