🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Mazda

Model:

RX-7

Year:

1994

Generation Code:

FD

Chassis Code:

FD3S

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

Targeted at owners of the 1994 Mazda RX-7, a niche, performance-oriented sports car. Positioned as an essential tool for DIY maintenance and repair, empowering owners to bypass potentially expensive dealership services.

Manual Competitors:

Competes with official Mazda workshop manuals, Haynes, and Chilton manuals. Differentiates by offering comprehensive coverage, potentially at a lower price point, and in a convenient digital format.

Features:

Extensive technical data, detailed part locations, comprehensive system coverage, DIY repair focus, cost-saving potential, digital format for convenience.

📋 Manual Details

Systems Covered Overview:

Engine mechanical, engine control, fuel system, cooling system, exhaust system, electrical system, chassis, body, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, HVAC, audio-visual, safety systems (airbag, seatbelt), interior, exterior components.

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds of pages (exact count not specified, but described as comprehensive).

Type:

Factory Repair/Technical Manual (digital format implied by sale method).

Language:

English

Format:

Digital Download (CD mentioned, but sale method implies digital delivery for printing or viewing).

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Mechanical:

Detailed coverage of rotary engine components, including apex seals, rotor housings, rotor assembly, eccentric shaft, oil seals, cooling passages, lubrication system.

Engine Control:

Engine Control System (ECU), sensors (e.g., Knock Sensor, Camshaft Position Sensor), fuel injection system, ignition system, SFI system.

Fuel System:

Fuel Tank, Fuel Pump, Fuel Injector, Fuel System diagnostics and repair.

Cooling System:

Radiator Assy, Water Pump Assy, Thermostat, Engine Coolant, Cooling Fan System.

Exhaust System:

Exhaust Pipe, Exhaust system components and repair.

Transmission:

Automatic Transaxle System (Assy, Fluid, Torque Converter Clutch), Manual Transaxle System (Assy, Fluid, Oil, Input Shaft, Output Shaft), Transmission Valve Body, Transmission Revolution Sensor, Transmission Control Cable.

Brakes:

Brake System, Brake Master Cylinder, Brake Booster, Brake Fluid, Brake Pedal, Brake Actuator, Front Brake, Rear Brake.

Suspension Steering:

Front Suspension (System, Arm, Stabilizer Bar, Shock Absorber), Rear Suspension (System, Arm, Coil Spring, Shock Absorber), Wheel and Tire System, Front Wheel Alignment, Rear Wheel Alignment, Power Steering (System, Link Assy), Steering System, Steering Column, Steering Sensor.

Electrical Lighting:

Ignition System, Charging System (Generator Assy), Lighting System, Headlamp Assy, Wiper System, Washer System, Power Window Control System, Power Mirror Control System, Power Door Lock Control System, Audio & Visual System, Combination Meter, Instrument Panel.

Bodywork Interior:

Body Repair, Hood, Front Bumper, Rear Bumper, Front Door, Rear Door, Back Door, Sun Roof System, Roof Headlining, Interior trim, Glass components (Windshield, Quarter Window, Door Glass).

Safety Restraint:

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS), Air Bag Sensor Front, Air Bag Sensor Rear, Side Air Bag Sensor Assy, Seat Position Air Bag Sensor, Passenger Air Bag Assy, Front Seat Airbag Assy, Curtain Shield Air Bag Assy, Seat Belt Warning System, Seat Belt components.

Repair Procedures:

The manual provides location and access information for every part, implying repair procedures for all covered systems. It explicitly mentions the ability to 'rebuild an engine, or even the transmission'.

Maintenance Procedures:

Implied coverage of routine maintenance, fluid changes, and component inspections based on the comprehensive part listings and the goal of saving money on repairs.

Troubleshooting Guidance:

The description emphasizes helping owners diagnose and fix issues, suggesting troubleshooting information is included, particularly for the complex rotary engine.

Depth:

High. The manual covers everything from minor repairs to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. It provides detailed technical data, schematics, and component locations.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

Likely PDF or similar digital format, allowing for printing of specific pages.

Print Recommendation:

Printable pages, suggesting good clarity for technical diagrams and text.

Binding:

Not applicable to digital download, but original factory manuals are typically perfect bound or spiral bound.

Paper Quality:

Not applicable to digital download, but factory manuals often use high-quality, durable paper for workshop use.

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

Rotary Engine (Wankel)

Engine Code:

13B-REW

Configuration:

Twin-Rotary (Twin-Sequential Turbocharged)

Displacement:

1.3L (654cc x 2 rotor housing)

Horsepower:

255 hp @ 6500 rpm (approx.)

Torque:

217 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (approx.)

Injection Type:

Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline

🔧 Transmission

Type:

5-Speed Manual Transaxle

Type:

4-Speed Automatic Transaxle

Manual Transmission Fluid:

API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 (specific part number for Mazda Genuine Oil recommended, e.g., 8050-00-T01)

Automatic Transmission Fluid:

Mazda ATF-III or equivalent (specific part number for Mazda Genuine ATF, e.g., K001-ATF-001)

📐 Dimensions

Length:

171.1 inches

Width:

69.1 inches

Height:

48.2 inches

Wheelbase:

95.3 inches

Curb Weight Manual:

Approx. 2,844 lbs

Curb Weight Automatic:

Approx. 2,910 lbs

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Ratings:

NHTSA ratings for this era are often not directly comparable to modern standards. Vehicle safety was evolving.

Active Safety Overview:

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System), Limited-slip Differential (LSD).

Passive Safety Overview:

Driver and Passenger Frontal Airbags, Seatbelts, reinforced chassis structure.

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory AM/FM stereo with cassette player, often with a premium Bose sound system option. Includes Radio Receiver Assy, Amplifier Antenna Assy, Speakers.

Cruise Control:

Available on most models.

Connectivity Features:

Limited by era; primarily focused on basic automotive functions rather than modern connectivity like Bluetooth or smartphone integration.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months, using a high-quality synthetic oil suitable for rotary engines.

Spark Plug Replacement:

Recommended every 15,000-30,000 miles depending on type (platinum recommended). Specific ignition system components need periodic checks.

Timing Belt Replacement:

Not applicable (rotary engines do not use timing belts; they use chains or gears for the eccentric shaft).

Engine Oil Type:

Mazda RX-7 Rotary Engine Oil (e.g., K001-20-450-01) or equivalent high-quality synthetic oil with good high-temperature stability (e.g., 10W-30 or 20W-50). Rotary specific pre-mix oil for oil metering injection may also be required.

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol-based coolant, typically a 50/50 mixture with distilled water. Mazda Genuine Super Coolant (e.g., C100-CL-600A) is recommended.

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4.

Common Problems:

Apex seal wear (leading to compression loss), oil seal failure, vacuum hose leaks (affecting boost control and idle), OMP (Oil Metering Pump) issues, turbocharger reliability concerns, sub-frame rust, rear toe link issues.

Rotary Specific Maintenance:

Regularly checking oil levels, ensuring proper lubrication via the OMP, and avoiding prolonged idling or lugging the engine are crucial for rotary longevity.

📚 Vehicle History

Mazda Rotary Legacy:

Mazda has a long and distinguished history with the rotary engine, starting with the Mazda Cosmo in the late 1960s. The RX series, culminating in the RX-7, is the pinnacle of their rotary sports car development.

Rx7 Generations:

First Gen (SA/FB, 1978-1985), Second Gen (FC, 1985-1992), Third Gen (FD, 1992-2002). The 1994 model is part of the iconic FD generation, known for its sleek design, advanced aerodynamics, and powerful twin-turbo rotary engine.

Production Location:

Hiroshima, Japan

Production Years Fd:

1992-2002

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Car And Driver Award:

Car and Driver's 10Best list multiple times for its generation.

Automotive Journalism Acclaim:

Widely praised by automotive journalists for its handling, performance, and design, often referred to as one of the greatest sports cars of all time.