When my lovely new Roadster arrived, it had no stereo fitted. After a bit of investigation I have found out that the stereo unit is a “Point of Entry” part. i.e. All Roadsters are made the same and when they arrive at their final destination, various parts are added. These include for the UK MR2, [...]
Tags: audio, Audio & Electronics, guide, install, radio, stereo
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This can be easily seen by looking at the soft-top when it is folded down fully or by looking in the hood lining when the hood is partially down (See pictures below.) You will notice when the hood is fully down that you may end up with the corners sticking out (Ears). These should be [...]
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Heres the one i made from some Foliatec Racing Mesh to start with. The results came out ok, but as you can see after a year or so it looking pretty tatty. So time for new one, so simple snip of the cable ties and out it came. Normally it would just be the case [...]
Tags: front, grill, mesh, Pelican Racing
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(1) – To start with I disconnected the rear lights; this is done by removing the2 screws at the front and side of the main light unit.There is also a small plastic spigot (location shown in Green) that goes into the wing, please be very careful when removing the unit as this could be snapped [...]
Tags: rear bumper, removal
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What the kit contains: 2 x Garnish Film Strips (Left & Right Identical) 1 x 3M Adhesion Promoter 1 x Applicator Thoroughly clean the surfaces of the plastic scuff plates with methylated spirits. Treat the surface to be covered only, with the 3M automotive adhesion promoter sponge. Repeat this for the other side of the [...]
Tags: carbon fiber, scuff plate
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Interior • MK3 • Transmissions
If you haven’t already got your new gaiter, then give Rhonsmr2 a PM on the Forum, or do a search for the [FS] post using “gaiter”. She can do new leather gaiters in different coloured leather (and stitching if you want) for both the standard and short shift gear lever. I am pleased to say [...]
Tags: gaiter, gear level
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Having recently fitted the TTE springs, I thought I’d share the experience and this article briefly describes the process I followed. Disclaimer: I and the club will not accept any responsibility if you follow the described process with negative results (i.e. damage your car and/or injure yourself). With that out of the way, I can [...]
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Here is a guide I compiled whilst fitting new front brakes to the front of my roadster at the beginning of the year (only just getting round to putting the guide together ) If I have missed anything / made a mistake then please let me know and I will edit this guide. **** Usual [...]
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Whilst the MR2 Roadster has very few flaws as either a fun cheap sports car or as a precision tool to hit the track with, there is one thing that we as a Club feel every owner should be aware of, and that is the pre-catalytic converters (or pre-cats for short). There have been a [...]
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1ZZ-FE • 2ZZ-GE • Engines • MK3 • Transmissions
I knew that there would be an initial period of vibration post-install, but that it would calm down eventually. The only thing I was missing was an illustration of what, exactly, one is supposed to do with the inserts. In case you’ve been wondering about that, here’s the rundown: Put the back of the car [...]
Tags: CEL, ECU, install, kirk, motor mount, pe, pedal, remove, reset, test
Disclaimer: This documentation in no way replaces the Toyota MR2 Repair Manuals. The purpose of this content is only to provide supplementary information to fellow MR2 enthusiasts. Midship Runabout and its contributing authors will not be held responsible for any injury or damages that may occur as the result of practicing any of the methods or procedures described within this website.