Maximum Steering Angle Adjustment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the steering gear boot clamp.
- Loosen the tie-rod end locknuts.
- Turn the tie rods equally to provide the correct maximum steering angle.
- After adjustment, tighten the locknuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
- 35-50 N.m {26-36 ft.lbf}
- Adjust the toe-in.
- Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.