Fluid · Rear Differential
Rear Differential
for 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6L I4 · RWD
Fluid Type
80W-90 GL-5 gear oil
Spec: API GL-5
Capacity
0.9qt
0.85 L
Drain & Refill
0.9 qt
0.85 L
Change Interval
30,000 mi
48,270 km
Notes
Limited slip differential requires GL-5 with LSD additive if equipped; most 1.6L models had open diff.
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