2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda MX-5 Miata 2008

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata repairs by problem area

Engine (16%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (20%)

Other (14%)

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

166-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD

164000 mi A bolt that held the right rear caliper on fell out. This was on a long trip and I had to temporarily fix it myself. I took it to the shop that did the last break job and they fixed it with factory parts and gave me a free oil change. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD

49600 mi

C $200
Replaced rotors and pads with high performance replacements. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2dr Convertible

158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD

48000 mi

US $350
replacement of front brakes and rotors 
121000 mi Replaced all 4 disc break pads & rotors. Replaced Brake fluid & bleed system. $400. I also removed and lubricated squeaky anti-sway bar bushings, took about an hour and no parts. 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Brake Problems

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