Description
The Mishimoto MMOC-MIA-16TBK oil cooler kit was engineered specifically for the all-new 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata, a car that left the factory without any oil cooler at all. Built around a 19-row stacked-plate oil cooler mounted directly in front of the radiator on application-specific brackets, this kit was shown by Mishimoto engineers to reduce oil temperatures by as much as 57°F (29.5°C) when run with the non-thermostatic sandwich plate.
As track days become a regular part of Miata ownership, keeping oil temperature under control matters, and this Mishimoto oil cooler addresses that gap directly. Application-specific braided stainless steel lines route oil from the engine to the cooler core and back, terminating in -10AN fittings that simplify installation. Buyers can choose a Mishimoto Thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate, built from billet aluminum, or a Non-thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate, and the cooler itself is finished in either a Sleek Silver or Stealth Black powdercoat to suit the engine bay. Lightweight aluminum mounting brackets position the bar-and-plate core for maximum airflow while keeping installed weight down, and the design targets minimal pressure drop through the system. As with the rest of Mishimoto’s 2016 Miata parts lineup, this oil cooler kit is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
Vehicle Applications
This Mishimoto oil cooler kit is a direct fit for the 2016-2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club, Grand Touring, GS, GT, GX, and Sport trims, as well as the 2017-2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club, RF Grand Touring, RF GS, and RF GT trims (ND chassis).
Features
- Direct-fit for the 2016-2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata
- 19-row stacked-plate oil cooler drops temperatures up to 57°F (29.5°C)
- Minimal pressure drop
- Application-specific mounting brackets position the oil cooler in the front bumper for maximum airflow
- Mounting brackets made from aluminum for a lightweight design
- Pre-made stainless steel braided oil lines with durable -10AN fittings
- Billet aluminum thermostatic oil sandwich plate
- Thermostatic and Non-thermostatic sandwich plate options available
- Cooler available in Sleek Silver or Stealth Black powdercoat finish
- Increases oil capacity by .75 qt
- Kit includes application-specific mounting brackets with corrosion-resistant hardware, the 19-row oil cooler, a 3-ft 9-in stainless-steel braided hose with straight and 45/120-degree -10AN fittings, a 4-ft 7-in stainless-steel braided hose with 45-degree and 45/120-degree -10AN fittings, an oil sandwich plate, an M20 extended-length stainless-steel sandwich plate adapter, a 10mm 6061 aluminum sandwich plate spacer, O-rings, a banjo fitting with bolt (M20 x -10AN, Black), and a mounting hardware set
- Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMOC-MIA-16TBK
- Core Type: Bar-and-Plate
- Core Row Quantity: 19
- Core Height: 5.43 in
- Core Thickness: 1.97 in
- Core Width: 11 in
- Core Color: Black
- Grade Type: Performance
- Inlet Fitting Type: AN Flare, Male
- Outlet Fitting Type: AN Flare, Male
- Finish Options: Sleek Silver or Stealth Black powdercoat
- Recommended torque for straight fittings and banjo bolts: 15-25 lb-ft; do not exceed 35 ft-lb maximum
Frequently Asked Questions
Did the 2016 Mazda Miata come with a factory oil cooler?
No. The new 2016 Miata was not equipped with a stock oil cooler, which is why Mishimoto developed this direct-fit oil cooler kit.
How much can this oil cooler kit reduce oil temperatures?
Mishimoto engineers saw consistent temperature decreases of up to 57°F (29.5°C) using the non-thermostatic sandwich plate.
What sandwich plate options are available with this kit?
You can choose either the Mishimoto Thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate, which is made from billet aluminum, or the Mishimoto Non-thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate.
What finish choices does the cooler come in?
The cooler is available in a Sleek Silver or Stealth Black powdercoat finish.
Which vehicles is this Mishimoto oil cooler kit designed for?
It is a direct fit for the 2016-2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club, Grand Touring, GS, GT, GX, and Sport trims, and the 2017-2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club, RF Grand Touring, RF GS, and RF GT trims.
Is this oil cooler kit covered by a warranty?
Yes, this oil cooler kit is backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
