Data Link Connector Falling Off (S031/96)

DATA LINK CONNECTOR FALLING OFF

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

OBD-II DATA LINK CONNECTOR FALLING OFFTITLE

Model(s): 1996 Mazda Miata

Category: S - Body

Bulletin No.: 031/96

Date: June 27, 1996

APPLIED MODELS/VINS

1996 Miata with a VIN of JM1NA****  T0717875 and lower.

DESCRIPTION

The data link connector bracket for OBD-II may be broken. This condition causes the connector to hang down below the center lower panel. The cause of the concern is residue oil used in bracket production causing solvent cracks.

To correct this condition, the bracket is degreased prior to installation. Customers complaining of this concern should have the vehicle inspected and if necessary repaired according to this bulletin.

REPAIR PROCEDURES

1. Remove the lower center panel. See Fig 1
2. Remove the data link connector from the bracket.
   • Remove two (2) plastic fasteners.
   • Remove the broken plastic tabs from the bracket screws.
     Fig 1: Location of Lower Center Panel

     
3. Position bracket at the new installation location. See Fig 2
   • Hold the bracket in its original position.
   • Move the bracket to the left so that the left mounting hole is aligned with the panel installtion hole.
   • Remove a portion of the foam area on the center panel around the bracket installation point. See Fig 2
     NOTE: This procedure may not be necessary on all vehicles. Move Bracket To the Left
   • Use the bracket as a template to mark the new location for the bracket right mounting hole.
   • Drill a 6mm hole in the lower center panel. See Fig 2 .
     Fig 2: Location of New Holes

     
4. Use a suitable tool and remove 3mm from the area (round edge only) of the bracket shown in Fig. 3.
   Fig 3: Data Link Bracket

   
5. Install the spring nuts into the bracket. See Fig 4 .
   NOTE: To ensure a tight fit, lightly pinch the spring nuts with pliers prior to installation.
6. Install lower center panel.
7. Install bracket to lower center panel. See Fig 4
   • Install a 8mm nut between the inner bracket hole and the panel.
     NOTE: Nut substitutes as a spacer to equalize the distance between the bracket and the recessed portion of the panel.
8. Install data link. See Fig 5 .

PARTS INFORMATION

Part Number	Description	Qty.
B092-60-408	Spring Nut	1
9986-50-520B	Screw	1
9992-11-000	Nut	1 (See Note)
The nut used as a spacer should meet the following criteria: Height: 8-9mm Inner Diameter: <6mm The spring nut above is in addition to the spring nut removed originally (total of two (2) required)

WARRANTY INFORMATION

(Applies To Verified Customer Complaints On Vehicles Covered Under Normal Warranty. Refer To The SRT Microfiche for Warranty Term Information)

Warranty Type: A

Symptom Code: 91

Damage Code: 9A

Part Number Main Cause: NA75-60-401 G-00 (black) or 88 (black/tan)

Quantity: 0

Operation Number: XX0843RX

Labor Hours: 0.5 Hrs.