2008 - MX-5 - Suspension

FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

CAUTION:

• Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled while servicing the vehicle.

1. Remove the front suspension tower bar. (See FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

2. Remove the front stabilizer (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

3. Remove the transverse members (See TRANSVERSE MEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

4. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and suspend it using a cable.

5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

7. Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT.)

Axle and Hub Component Removal Note

1. Loosen the front upper arm inner bolts.

2. Remove the axle and hub component.

Front Crossmember Component Removal Note

1. Secure the chain to install the SST to the position shown in the figure using the bolts (M10 x 1.5, length 30 mm {1.18 in}).

2. Suspend the engine.

3. Support the front crossmember using a jack.

WARNING:

• Verify that the crossmember component is securely supported by a jack. If the crossmember component falls, it could cause serious injury or death, or damage to the vehicle.

4. Lower the front crossmember component slightly.

5. Remove the engine mounting rubber, pipes and hoses installed to the front crossmember.

6. Remove the front crossmember component.