Specifications, Specifications -4, Caution – Mazda 2008 MX-5 Miata User Manual
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Specifications
qEngine
Item
Specification
Type
DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore×Stroke
87.5 × 83.1 mm (3.44 × 3.27 in)
Displacement
1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in)
Compression ratio
10.8
qElectrical System
Item
Classification
Battery
12V-36AH/5HR
Spark-plug number
L3G2 18 110
*1
, L3Y1 18 110
Spark-plug gap
1.25
―1.35 mm (0.050―0.053 in)
*1 ex factory
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate
coating on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
qLubricant Quality
Lubricant
Classification
Engine oil
Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers
on page 8-21.
Manual transmission
oil
5-speed
transmission
Any temperature
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE
75W-90
Above 10°C (50°F)
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE
80W-90
6-speed transmission
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE
75W-90
Automatic transmission fluid
JWS3309
Power steering fluid
ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid
SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
Rear differential oil
API Service
GL-5
SAE
90
80W-90
75W-90
*1
*1 Not available from Mazda
10-4
Specifications
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