Category:
        
        
            Sports Car / Grand Tourer
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Enthusiasts, DIY mechanics, professional workshops
        
     
    
    
        
            Key Competitors Era:
        
        
            Nissan 300ZX (Z32), Toyota Supra (Mk IV), Mitsubishi 3000GT/GTO, Porsche 968
        
     
    
    
        
            Drivetrain:
        
        
            Rear-wheel drive (RWD)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Layout:
        
        
            Front-midship engine, rotary
        
     
    
        
            Design Philosophy:
        
        
            Lightweight construction, aerodynamic efficiency, advanced rotary technology
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Complete official factory service repair manual
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Coverage:
        
        
            Extensive diagnostic procedures and troubleshooting guides
        
     
    
        
            Repair Coverage:
        
        
            Detailed step-by-step repair instructions for all major vehicle systems
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Page Count:
        
        
            Approximately 1500+ pages (typical for full factory manuals)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Factory Service Manual (FSM) / Repair Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine (13B-REW rotary), transmission, drivetrain, cooling, lubrication, fuel, exhaust
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Suspension (front and rear), steering, brakes, wheels, tires
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Wiring diagrams, lighting, ignition, charging system, starter, body electronics, ECUs
        
     
    
        
            Body And Trim:
        
        
            Exterior panels, interior components, seats, glass, seals, bumpers
        
     
    
        
            HVAC:
        
        
            Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting guides, DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) interpretation, component testing
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Component removal and installation, engine rebuild, transmission overhaul, brake caliper replacement
        
     
    
        
            Adjustment:
        
        
            Alignment procedures, clutch adjustment, idle speed adjustment
        
     
    
        
            Specifications:
        
        
            Torque specifications, clearances, tolerances, fluid capacities
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive, covering all aspects from routine maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Information on required special tools and diagnostic equipment
        
     
    
        
            Wiring Diagrams:
        
        
            Detailed, system-specific wiring diagrams with component locations
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
        
            Engine Type:
        
        
            Rotary (Wankel)
        
     
    
        
            Induction:
        
        
            Sequential Twin-Turbocharged
        
     
    
        
            Displacement:
        
        
            1.3 L (654 cc x 2 rotor faces)
        
     
    
    
        
            Horsepower:
        
        
            255 hp @ 6500 rpm (approx.)
        
     
    
        
            Torque:
        
        
            217 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm (approx.)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
        
     
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded Premium Gasoline (91+ octane recommended)
        
     
 
    
    
    
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            4-speed Automatic (less common, often referred to as the 'Type-E')
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch:
        
        
            Hydraulically actuated, multi-plate clutch (specifics detailed in manual)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid:
        
        
            Dexron III or equivalent (refer to manual for exact spec and capacity)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Ratings:
        
        
            Not explicitly rated by NHTSA for this model year in the same way as modern vehicles, but known for its chassis dynamics.
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Available Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Driver and passenger front airbags
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            3-point inertia reel seatbelts with pretensioners
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 3,000-5,000 miles or 3-6 months, using high-quality synthetic oil (refer to manual for specific recommendation)
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement:
        
        
            Refer to manual, typically around 30,000 miles for specific rotary spark plugs
        
     
    
        
            Timing Belt Replacement:
        
        
            N/A (Rotary engines do not have timing belts; they use a chain or gears).
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil:
        
        
            API SG or SH, SAE 10W-30 or 5W-30 (check manual for precise viscosity and type, particularly for rotary specifics like ashless oil additive)
        
     
    
        
            Coolant:
        
        
            Mazda FL22 or equivalent, extended-life coolant (50/50 mix)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4
        
     
    
    
        
            Apex Seals:
        
        
            Wear and failure of apex seals (major concern for rotary engines, especially if not properly maintained or warmed up/cooled down)
        
     
    
        
            Vacuum Lines:
        
        
            Degradation of numerous vacuum lines leading to boost leaks and drivability issues
        
     
    
        
            Sequential Turbo System:
        
        
            Actuator issues, wastegate problems, and solenoid failures affecting turbo operation
        
     
    
        
            Oil Injection:
        
        
            Reliability concerns with the stock automatic oil injection system; manual addition of 2-stroke oil is often recommended by enthusiasts.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Rotary Legacy:
        
        
            Mazda's long and celebrated history with the rotary engine, dating back to the Cosmo Sport
        
     
    
    
        
            Fd Generation Introduction:
        
        
            Introduced in 1991 (as a 1992 model), representing a significant evolution in design and performance from the FC generation
        
     
    
        
            Performance Enhancements:
        
        
            1993 model featured refinements to the sequential twin-turbo system for improved power delivery and reliability over earlier models
        
     
    
    
        
            Production Period:
        
        
            1992-2002 (for the FD generation)
        
     
    
        
            Key Markets:
        
        
            Japan, North America, Europe, Australia