It is hidden behind a plastic shield underneath the car, just before the rear, passenger side tire.
The 2002 Mazda MX-5-Miata runs on regular unleaded.
Try this;http://www.miata.net/garage/FuelFilterChange/index.html
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The only fuel filter in a 2002 Protege is in the fuel pump, which is in the gas tank. The filter is designed to last the life of the pump.
You can get a 1999 Mazda Miata fuel cap at any auto parts store.
I was told the fuel filter is located in the fuel pump which is located in the fuel tank.
Between the tank and the engine .... The fuel filter is located underneath the car on the passenger (right) side. It is located just forward of the fuel tank and is covered by a protective plate.
The 1999 Mazda Miata is a returnless fuel system. It has a Fuel Pressure Regulator in the tank (above the fuel pump), and a snub at the end of the fuel rail.
The 2004 Mazda MX-5-Miata runs on regular unleaded.
The 2005 Mazda MX-5-Miata runs on regular unleaded.
The 2001 Mazda MX-5-Miata runs on regular unleaded.
The 2003 Mazda MX-5-Miata runs on regular unleaded.