Note. On Miata audio anti-theft system, radio will not operate if power is cut to radio. obtain code number from customer to reactivate radio. To reactivate radio after reconnecting power supply, turn ignition switch to ACC position. press and hold FF and REW buttons until cod e is displayed. Again press and hold FF and REW buttons until bars (--- -) are displayed. Use preset button No. 1 to enter first number. Use preset buttons No. 2 to enter second number, 3 for third number, ect. Press FF and REW buttons for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. After 5 seconds, flashing "cod e" will go away and radio will operate.
Scheme 1
- Relieve fuel pressure. See FUEL PRESSURE RELEASE under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Disconnect negative battery cable from trunk-mounted battery. Reference mark hood and remove. Raise vehicle, and remove engine undercover. (Scheme 1) Drain engine oil, transmission oil and cooling system.
- Disconnect exhaust manifold downpipe and exhaust bracket bolts. On A/T models, disconnect shift rod linkage at transmission. On M/T models, remove clutch release cylinder from clutch housing, DO NOT disconnect fluid line.
- On all models, note location and remove transmission wiring harness connectors and speedometer cable. Match mark rear drive shaft flanges, and remove drive shaft.
- Push up on transmission, and remove Power Plant Frame (PPF) angle bracket from lower rear of transmission extension housing. Remove 4 PPF long mounting bolts from transmission and differential, noting location of large shank reamer bolt at differential. Remove PPF/differential mounting spacer bolts, and pry out spacer at differential. see scheme 3 Remove engine mount nuts.
- Lower vehicle. On M/T models, remove shift knob, center console, boot and transmission shift lever. (Scheme 1) On all models, remove air cleaner assembly and throttle body intake duct assembly. (Scheme 2) Remove throttle cable.
- Remove all cooling system hoses and A/T oil cooler lines at radiator (if equipped). Remove radiator and cooling fans as an assembly. Remove all drive belts. DO NOT disconnect power steering hoses or A/C compressor hoses. Remove power steering pump and A/C compressor from engine, and secure units away from engine.
- Note locations of and disconnect all necessary electrical connectors, ground wires, vacuum hoses, fuel hoses, coolant hoses and control cables for engine removal. Plug all fuel hoses to prevent leakage. Remove engine and transmission as an assembly. Remove starter after engine is removed from vehicle.
Scheme 2
Note. Proper installation of PPF is critical for aligning drive shaft, and eliminating harmonic vibrations.