Positioning:
Pinnacle of rotary sports car performance and design for its era
Target Audience:
Owners and technicians maintaining or repairing the FD RX-7
Competitive Set:
Toyota Supra, Nissan 300ZX, Porsche 968, Chevrolet Corvette
Engine:
13B-REW twin-turbo rotary
Chassis:
Advanced chassis dynamics
Styling:
Distinctive FD-generation design
Cockpit:
Driver-focused layout
Manual Type:
Factory service / workshop repair manual
Page Count:
Approximately 1,800+ pages
Format:
PDF (digital download)
Delivery:
Instant download after purchase
Binding:
N/A — digital file, no physical binding
Engine Mechanical:
Rotary internals: rotors, housings, apex seals, overhaul
Engine Management:
ECU and control system diagnostics
Lubrication:
Oil system and oil metering pump (OMP) service
Ignition:
Ignition system testing and adjustment
Fuel Delivery:
Fuel system components, injectors, pressure testing
Emissions:
Air injection, EGR, catalytic converter
Cooling System:
Radiator, coolant seals, thermostat service
Exhaust:
Exhaust system and turbocharger plumbing
Manual Transmission:
Removal/installation and repair
Automatic Transmission:
Service where fitted to specific trims
Clutch:
Clutch service procedures
Differential & Driveshafts:
Differential service, driveshaft work
Steering:
Steering gear and power steering
Suspension:
Front/rear components: bushings, ball joints, shocks
Wheel Alignment:
Alignment specifications and procedure
Brakes:
Hydraulics, pad/rotor replacement, caliper overhaul
ABS:
ABS control system and bleeding procedures
Parking Brake:
Adjustment and service
Body:
Body panels, alignment and repair, exterior trim
Interior:
Interior component removal and installation
HVAC:
Heater and air conditioning operation and repair
Electrical:
Circuits, lighting, audio, power accessories
SRS Airbags:
Supplemental restraint system coverage
Diagnostics:
DTC retrieval, diagnostic flowcharts, troubleshooting
Reference Data:
Torque specifications and special tool usage
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Type:
13B-REW twin-rotor Wankel, sequential twin-turbocharged
Displacement:
1.3L (1,308 cc)
Rotor Dimensions:
100 mm x 84 mm (per rotor)
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 6,500 rpm (twin-turbo)
Torque:
217 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm (twin-turbo)
Fuel System:
Electronic fuel injection with sequential twin turbochargers
Apex Seals:
Specific inspection and replacement procedures for longevity
Oil Metering Pump:
Integrated OMP lubricates apex seals and friction points
Airbags:
SRS driver and passenger airbags
Body Structure:
Strong unibody design for occupant protection
ABS:
Anti-lock braking system, standard on most models
Front Brakes:
11.9 in (303 mm) ventilated discs
Rear Brakes:
11.3 in (286 mm) ventilated discs
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette player
Premium Sound:
Bose / premium sound options available
Driver Assistance & Turbo
Traction Control:
TCS available on some models
Turbocharging:
Sequential twin-turbo system (13B-REW)
System:
OBD-I with proprietary Mazda diagnostic connector
Engine Oil:
Every 3,000–5,000 mi (5,000–8,000 km) or 3–6 months
Spark Plugs:
Every 30,000–60,000 mi depending on plug type
Timing Belt:
N/A — rotary engine uses no timing belt
Engine Oil Grade:
API SG/SH, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40; synthetic advised
Manual Gearbox Oil:
GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90
Automatic ATF:
Mazda ATF-III or equivalent
Coolant:
Mazda Long Life (blue), 50/50 with distilled water
Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 7.0 US qt (6.6 L)
Rotary Engine:
Apex seal wear, carbon build-up, coolant seal failure
Vacuum System:
Hose network prone to cracking and leaks
Fuel System:
Clogged injectors, faulty pressure regulator, aging pumps
Electrical:
Corroded grounds, failing alternator, intermittent ECU
Rotary Lineage:
Mazda rotary innovation dating back to the Cosmo
Flagship Role:
RX-7 is Mazda's flagship sports car
Generation:
Third generation (FD)
Launch:
1992 (Japan), 1993 (North America)
Production Years:
1992–2002
1994 Update:
Part of the FD redesign that advanced beyond the FC
