Where are the drain holes on a Mazda Miata?
They are located at the jack points. You will see the 2 half inch long notches where the jack goes. Look closely and you will see a slight bump in the metal at the notch. That bump is the drain. Stick a small screwdriver in the hole to clean it out.
What to do about soft top on Mazda Miata?
I vacuumed about 3 gallons of water out of my car after a summer shower here in Florida (3 inches of rain!). Mazda has issued a service bulletin for care of the drains. Search in the Garage for instructions on top replacement – they include lots of detailed photos that show the frame.
Where are the latches on a 2005 Miata?
Unlock the latches that secure the top to the top of the windshield. The 1990 to 2005 Miatas will have two latches, one top left and one top right. All models 2006 and newer have a single latch located in the center where the top meets the windshield. Unzip the vinyl back window, if your Miata has one.
How do you open the window on a Miata?
Open the latches on the folded top (1990 to 2005). Raise the folded top and bring the front of the top to meet the top of the windshield. Zip up the vinyl window, if your Miata has one. Pull the top tight against the top of the windshield. Lock the latches on either side of the windshield.
What should I do about the drain plug on my Miata?
If you live in an area with extreme temperatures, consult your owners manual for oil and other fluid recommendations. Using genuine Mazda filters is highly recommended. If you change your own oil, you probably noticed the little washer on the drain plug.
Do you have to install rain rail on convertible Miata?
If you are having your top professionally installed the price, in labor, to remove the rain rail from your existing Miata convertible top and fasten it to your new top is about the same as the extra money you would spend to buy a top with a rain rail installed.
What to do about PVC window on Miata?
If the PVC window in your soft top is discolored and clouded with age, give it a clean and buff up with standard chrome cleaner (Solvol Autosol in the UK). Sounds drastic but it removes the yellowing and restores visibility.
How does a top attach to a Miata?
But it does depend on who’s doing the installation and how old is the top you are replacing. The rain rail attaches to the back of the top at the bottom with pop rivets, and then the rain rail bolts to the body of the Miata and acts as the rear anchoring point for the top.