2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Fuel Injector Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING:
  • Fuel is very flammable liquid. If fuel spills or leaks from the pressurized fuel system, it will cause serious injury or death and facility breakage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes. To prevent this, always complete the "FUEL LINE SAFETY PROCEDURE ", while referring to the BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION  .
  1. Follow "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION" before performing any work operations to prevent fuel from spilling from the fuel system. (See BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION  .)
  2. Remove the plug hole plate. (See PLUG HOLE PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the battery cover.
  4. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] .)
  5. Disconnect the fuel injector connector and move the harness slightly out of the way.
  6. Remove in the order indicated in Fig 1 .
    Fig 1: View Of Fuel Injector Components With Torque Specifications
    G04317937Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  8. Complete the "AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION". (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION  .)
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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