Mazda Mx5 Folding Roof Problems

The prht had a hardtop that fit in the exact same space.

Mazda mx5 folding roof problems.

The mx 5 s first electrically retractable targa top has caused quite a stir whether in circles of past customers or attracting new ones. Are there any common problems to look out for. Mazda has added a small window in the back as well to add stability to the area holding the roof panel. Disconnect the left deck panel motor and the high mount brake light connector on the left linkage 15.

The rf which stands for retractable fastback ditches the soft top in favor of a retractable roof panel that folds away nicely at the press of a button. Disconnect the right deck. The roof didn. The car beeped peevishly at me.

Whether you re looking at a roadster or a coupe cabriolet check the roof folding mechanism and that there are no signs of leaks tears or. The mazda mx 5 miata rf doesn t take snow days off. Pry the plastic case open and remove the cable from the back of the metal sleeve not the front as pictured. Advantage of the soft top though is that it s a bit lighter hence mazda claim 0 3 seconds quicker to 60mph.

The first problem was the mx 5 prht the power retractable hardtop version of the third generation miata called the nc internally by mazda. Locate the roof hook cable plastic guide cover behind the driver seat beneath the prht control module. Seems to be associated with failure of nearside window electric opening system. Turning the corner on to lucy s street i hit the switch to open the rf s folding targa roof.

It can be adjusted. Common mk3 3 5 issues posted in mx 5 roadster forum. What should i look for in a used mazda mx 5 sports. Going with my father to look at an early 3 5 mx5 sport tech folding hardtop thing.

Mazda mx5 2008 retractable roof failing to open.