Can jumping someones car hurt yours?
If you don’t connect the jumper cables to your car and the car you’re jump-starting in the right order, you could cause expensive electrical damage to your car – or even explode your battery.
Does cable order matter when jumping a car?
It is important to connect the cables in that order, and it is safest to connect the negative (black) clamp as far from the battery as possible, in order to reduce the risk of sparking that could cause a fire or explosion.
What was the problem with the Miata battery?
This battery caused confusion early in the sales of the Miata, since it did not require service like a standard car battery. In addition, mechanics who tried to “quick charge” it found out they quickly ruined it. At the same time, Miata owners were finding out this is one great little battery.
Is the hard top on a Miata compatable?
All Miata hard tops from all years will fit all cars from all years. They are all physically compatable. However, you might need to add latches or defroster electronics, depending on your year and model. This is the single most common hard top question, if not the most common Miata question.
When did Westco change the battery on my Miata?
WestCo changed this in 1999 and the terminals are now in the same orientation as the OEM battery. The cost of the new WestCo battery is $80 and it works just as advertised. I replaced my 7-year-old Panasonic unit with one in November 1999 and it is working just fine.
What kind of Charger do I need for my Miata?
Cranking amps. WestCo has a small battery charger for the Miata for those who drive their car infrequently. The EZ-12R is a 1.2 amp charger that will automatically maintain the charge in the battery. The advantage of this charger is you can leave it plugged in and it will not overcharge the Miata battery.
What should the gap be between spark plugs on a Miata?
As spark plugs wear, the gap between the electrodes tends to get a bit wider. The standard gap on the Miata’s spark plug should be 1mm. A wider gap may result in misfiring due to the voltage not being quite high enough to cause a spark across the electrodes.
How long do ignition wires last on a Miata?
The factory ignition wires on the Miata only seem to last between 30,000 and 50,000 miles. If you are experiencing misfiring and hesitation and you haven’t changed your wires, this is most likely the cause. Change the wires! In case you forget which plugs is which, refer to the firing order diagram below.
Why does my Miata keep stalling and stalling?
If your Miata is running unevenly, sometimes stalling, sometimes hesitating, there could be another problem. Your timing belt may have jumped a tooth or worse, your crank shaft may be broken.
When did the Mazda Miata go on sale?
After its debut at the Chicago Auto Show on February 10, 1989, the NA Miata went on sale in the United States in May as a 1990 model year.