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Mainshaft-to-gear/bush maximum clearance (NA6 5MT)
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Not yet checked against the factory manual for your car's year. It's verified in the 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual; later manuals may differ.
Maximum 0.006 in (0.15 mm)Maximum 0.15 mm (0.006 in)
Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure
Measure clearance between the mainshaft and gear or bush during disassembled transmission inspection. This is the inspection limit, not an assembly end-play setting.
Applies to
- NA 1990–1993 (B6, 5MT) — 1991–1993 inferred from 1990 factory evidence; actual-year verification is separate.
- Verified in: 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual
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Page J–23 (PDF p. 355) · Printed value & notes
Part no. 1193-10-89CPage J–23 (PDF p. 355)Printed: “Maximum clearance: 0.15mm (0.006 in)”
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