Mazda MX-5 Miata / Grand Touring. Manual - part 154

Fig. 47: Exploded View Of Power Steering Oil Pump (With Torque Specifications) 
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POWER STEERING OIL PUMP COMPONENT DISASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. Secure the power pressure oil pump using the SST . 

CAUTION:

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Use the SST to prevent damage to the pump when securing it in 
a vise.  

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 48: Securing Power Pressure Oil Pump Using SST 
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OIL SEAL ASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. Install the oil seal in the front pump body using the SST and plastic hammer. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 49: Installing Oil Seal In Front Pump Body Using SST & Hammer 
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VANE ASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. Place the vanes in the rotor with the rounded edges contacting the cam. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata

  

Fig. 50: Placing Vanes In Rotor With Rounded Edges Contacting Cam 
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CAM RING ASSEMBLY NOTE 

1. Install the cam ring in the front pump body with the mark facing upward. 

 

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring 

2008 STEERING Power Steering - MX-5 Miata