Verified torque references for Mazda ND - MX-5 Miata, including source links, safety notes, and ft-lb / Nm conversions.
Primary spec
13ft-lb
17.5 Nm
Safety note
Confirm safety-critical fastener values against the exact model-year service manual. Use a calibrated torque wrench, the correct tightening sequence, and vehicle-specific hardware.
Engine / Engine ignition
13ft-lb
17.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 15–20 Nm (12–14 ft-lb) for SKYACTIV-G 1.5 and 2.0. Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceBrakes / Front brake caliper — 4-pot opposed-piston type
66.5ft-lb
90 Nm
Mazda publishes 79–101 Nm (59–74 ft-lb) for bolt No. 6 in the 4-pot opposed-piston caliper procedure. Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceBrakes / Front brake caliper — single-piston floating type
25.5ft-lb
34.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 30–39 Nm (23–28 ft-lb) for bolt No. 3 in the single-piston floating-caliper removal/installation procedure. Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceSuspension / Front shock absorber
43.5ft-lb
58.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 53–64 Nm (40–47 ft-lb). Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceFluids / Rear differential
34.5ft-lb
46.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 40–53 Nm (30–39 ft-lb). Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceFluids / Rear differential
34.5ft-lb
46.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 40–53 Nm (30–39 ft-lb). Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open sourceDrivetrain / Rear differential mounting
59.5ft-lb
80.5 Nm
Mazda publishes 70–91 Nm (52–67 ft-lb). Numeric fields store the midpoint.
Source
Checked Jun 18, 2026
Mazda Australia Factory Workshop Manual (Operation CHARM archive)
OEM workshop specification; numeric field stores midpoint of the published range while notes retain the full range and brake-package applicability.
Open source