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Mainshaft rear bearing C-washer selection clearance (NA8 5MT)

0–0.004 in (0–0.1 mm)0–0.1 mm {0–0.004 in}

Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure

Fully seat mainshaft rear bearing against front C-washers, install original rear C-washers and retaining ring, washer and new snap ring. Both C-washers at each position must have the same thickness. Press the factory figure points A through C tightly together, then measure clearance between washer and snap ring. Select proper C-washers if outside specification.

Applies to
  • NA 1994–1997 (BP, 5MT) — 1995–1997 inferred from 1994 factory evidence; actual-year verification is separate.
  • Verified in: 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual