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To lift each corner, use the OEM scissors jack at the prescribed jack points as noted in the owners' manual, and as indicated on the side rails by small indentations/depressions. The purchase of a small hydraulic jack should be considered, particularly if a reasonable amount of maintenance is planned, since this will save time over the use of the OEM jack. In some cases, a wooden block with a small groove may need to be fabricated to allow lifting at the corner jack points without bending the metal flange under the side rails, when a jack other than the OEM one is used. Since many larger hydraulic jacks will not fit under the nose of the Miata, one also should attempt to obtain a jack no taller than 5" when fully collapsed to ensure that there will be sufficient clearance. Some netters have reported finding such models at their local Sears store.
To lift both front wheels simultaneously, use the factory-recommended jack point at the center of the front lower (U-shaped) brace, directly in the front of the engine oil pan. The rear lift point is at the center of the differential. Lift each end and place jack stands at the corners (just inside the OEM scissor jack points). There are a number of small, rectangular depressions in the underbody sheet metal near each corner, closer to the centerline of the car. Although these appear to be lift or support points, they are not. Jacking or supporting at these areas will result in sheet metal deformation, and is not recommended.
Alternatively, a quick and dirty (and probably safe) way to obtain undercar access is to nail two 2" x 6" wooden boards together, and drive up onto them as mini-car ramps. This usually provides just enough space to allow one to crawl under the car for inspection and fluid changes.
