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Every control module on the 1989-1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement.
Anti-Lock Brake System Control Unit (ABS)1.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Engine bay, driver side near brake master cylinder
⚠️ Optional equipment, not available until 1994 model year. Requires brake bleeding after replacement.
Instrument Cluster (IC)1.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Dashboard, behind instrument panel
⚠️ Analog cluster with basic electronics. Odometer is mechanical (1989-1997). No programming required.
Engine Control Unit (ECU)1.2 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Passenger side footwell, behind kick panel
🔧 Idle relearn procedure, no scan tool required for basic function
⚠️ 1989-1995 models use pre-OBD-II diagnostics with flash codes. 1996-1997 are OBD-II compliant. Replacement typically requires idle relearn and drive cycle. No immobilizer pairing required.
Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (SRS)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console area, under shifter boot
🔧 Clear codes with scan tool or battery disconnect
⚠️ Introduced 1994 model year with driver airbag only. Requires clearing crash data after replacement. Battery disconnect for 10+ minutes recommended.
Audio Unit (AU)0.5 hr R&Rno coding
📍 Center console, radio opening
⚠️ Aftermarket replacements common. May require radio code entry if equipped with anti-theft feature (rare on base models).
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
No maintenance entries for this vehicle.
🌧️ Wiper Blades
1989
18″
Driver side
18″
Passenger side
Attachmenthook
📝 Roadster body style, no rear wiper. First model year (limited production).
Size-standard part numbers — verify your connector type before buying. Rear blades are model-specific; check the package's vehicle list.
Fuel economy figures are EPA data via fueleconomy.gov (median across matching trims). Performance figures are compiled estimates for the 1989 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6L I4 B6-ZE and can vary by trim.
🔧 Database maintained under the daily editorial review of Chris Hackleman · Master Technician · 20+ years.