All NA & NB Miatas

Timing belt tensioner lock bolt

27–38 ft·lb37–52 N·m37–52 N·m27–38 ft·lb
Factory manualTaken from a Mazda factory workshop manual, with page citation.
Procedure
Sequence
Turn the crank 1 5/6 turns to the tension set mark, loosen the lock bolt so the spring tensions the belt, then tighten.

Then turn the crank 2 1/6 turns and check the marks. Belt deflection: 9.0–11.5 mm (0.35–0.45 in) at 98 N (22 lb) midway between the cam pulleys.

Applies to
  • NA 1990–1993 (B6)
  • Verified in: 1990 Mazda MX-5 Miata Workshop Manual