Removal & Installation (Miata)
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Disconnect negative battery cable. Release fuel system pressure. See FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE RELEASE . Remove pre-silencer pipe assembly. Remove drive shaft. Disconnect emergency brake cable from brake lever to release brake cables from rear calipers. Disconnect rear brake lines from rear calipers. Remove rear suspension assembly. Remove lower fuel tank covers. Disconnect hoses to charcoal canister and remove canister. To install, reverse removal procedure. Adjust emergency brake cable and bleed brake system.