Drive Plate Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda RX-8, 2007 Mazda RX-8, 2006 Mazda RX-8, 2005 Mazda RX-8, and 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Measure the facing thickness in three places and calculate the average.
- If it is less than the minimum specification, replace the drive plate.
Standard
2.0 mm {0.079 in}
Minimum
1.8 mm {0.071 in}