2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata Transmission Flush Torque Specs

2.0L I4

Applies to 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Labor Time:1.5 hours

Torque Values (13 specifications)

Component	Nm	lb-ft	Notes
Cover Screws	11	8	—
⚠️ Drain Plug	34	25	Use new washer
⚠️ Fill Plug	34	25	—
⚠️ Flywheel Bolts	95	70	Often TTY, tighten in star pattern
Mounting Bolts	27	20	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
⚠️ Mounting Bolts	61	45	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	—
⚠️ Pan Bolts	16	12	Torque in sequence
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
Sensor Bolts	11	8	—
⚠️ Transmission Drain Plug	30	22	Use new crush washer if equipped
Transmission Pan Bolts	12	9	Tighten in criss-cross pattern

The primary torque specification for transmission flush on a 2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata is 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).

There are 13 torque specifications for transmission flush on the 2016-2024 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2.0L I4, covering all related fasteners and components.