Is Miata lifter tick bad?
Bad Lifter Symptoms: Mazda Miata A lifter tick is usually not accompanied by any other symptoms than the noise. The ticking may come and go when your Miata heats up or cools down respectively. Even if it goes away when it warms up, it’s still something that needs to be addressed.
Why does my MX-5 Miata make a vibrating noise?
Some noise is common with semi-metallic brake pads. Be certain to use new brake hardware (clips and springs) when replacing brake pads. Changing to a different brand or compound of pads may help. A vibrating noise may be caused by calipers not sliding properly on the mounting brackets.
Why does my Mazda A4 make a noise when I brake?
On braking in the wet there can be a loss of braking and some noise related to this problem. Newer Mazda pads have reduced this problem. Look at the color of your pads, green are older and blue are newer (both have the same part number so ordering new pads is not easy). A4:
Are there any problems with my Miata shocks?
My shocks are fine, no leaks, etc. The control arm bushing could be dirty or worn and needs cleaning or replacement. In my Miata, the bushing itself was in good shape and required no replacement. The mechanic cleaned both the right and the left bushing. I paid for no parts.
Why does my car make a vibrating noise when I change the brake pads?
Be certain to use new brake hardware (clips and springs) when replacing brake pads. Changing to a different brand or compound of pads may help. A vibrating noise may be caused by calipers not sliding properly on the mounting brackets. Be certain that caliper pins are lubricated well and the calipers slide on the pins.
What kind of noise does a Miata make?
The noise sounds like a tapping or rattling sound that begins when the engine is started and the car is not moving. It stops instantly when the engine is turned off. At speed, the sound either goes away or is masked by road noise.
How to report ticking noise from Mazda engine?
The device Tect called Mazda corporate engineering department and was told to tell me “it’s within noise spec” and Mazda will only deal with it if becomes louder or if a problem occurs later. Call to make a complaint with corporate 800-222-5500, #1-188019413. Was told the same story.
Why does my Miata stop when I Turn Off the engine?
It stops instantly when the engine is turned off. At speed, the sound either goes away or is masked by road noise. It seems to be worse when the weather is cold and gets a little quieter when the car is at operating temperature.
On braking in the wet there can be a loss of braking and some noise related to this problem. Newer Mazda pads have reduced this problem. Look at the color of your pads, green are older and blue are newer (both have the same part number so ordering new pads is not easy). A4: