Target Audience:
Mazda dealership service technicians and qualified independent mechanics
Vehicle Segment:
Light-duty compact pickup
Primary Market:
United States
Positioning:
Only rotary-powered pickup offered in the North American market at the time
Engine Advantage:
Compact twin-rotor Wankel engine delivers smooth operation with fewer moving parts than a comparable piston engine
Weight Advantage:
Lightweight rotary powerplant contributes to favorable front-to-rear weight balance
NVH Advantage:
Rotary design produces less vibration than a four-cylinder piston engine of similar output
Drivetrain:
Twin-rotor engine with rear-wheel drive
Body Styles:
Compact pickup with standard and long bed configurations
Trim Variants:
Base and higher trim levels offered during the model year
Models Covered:
1975 Mazda Rotary Pickup
Coverage Areas:
Engine, lubrication, cooling, fuel, ignition, clutch, transmission, driveline, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical
Procedure Types:
Diagnosis, disassembly, inspection, repair, reassembly, adjustment and specification reference
Manual Type:
Factory workshop manual (service manual)
Delivery Method:
Instant download
Page Count:
N/A - page count not stated for this download
Searchable Text:
Yes, PDF text is searchable
Printable:
Yes, pages can be printed for workshop use
Engine Mechanical:
Twin-rotor Wankel engine removal, teardown, rotor and housing inspection, apex and side seal replacement, reassembly
Lubrication System:
Oil pump, metering oil pump, oil cooler, lines and lubrication circuit service
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, hoses, fan and cooling circuit diagnosis
Fuel System:
Carburetor overhaul, fuel pump, fuel tank, lines and filter service
Ignition System:
Distributor, spark plugs, ignition coil, ignition timing and spark testing
Exhaust System:
Manifold, thermal reactor, exhaust piping and muffler service
Clutch:
Clutch disc, pressure plate, release bearing and hydraulic release system service
Manual Transmission:
Gearbox removal, teardown, synchro and bearing inspection, reassembly
Driveshaft:
Universal joints, center bearing and driveshaft balance service
Rear Axle:
Differential carrier, ring and pinion, axle shafts and bearing service
Front Suspension:
Control arms, ball joints, struts or shocks, springs and alignment adjustment
Rear Suspension:
Leaf springs, shackles, shock absorbers and axle mounting service
Steering:
Recirculating ball steering gear, linkage, tie rods and adjustment
Brakes:
Front disc and rear drum brake service, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, lines and bleeding
Wheels and Tires:
Wheel bearings, lug torque, tire size and inflation reference
Charging System:
Alternator, regulator, battery and charging circuit diagnosis
Starting System:
Starter motor, solenoid, ignition switch and starting circuit
Lighting:
Headlamps, tail lamps, turn signals, hazard and instrument illumination circuits
Wiring:
Wiring diagrams with connector locations and wire color codes
Body and Interior:
Cab, doors, latches, glass, seats and trim removal and installation
Heater and Ventilation:
Heater core, blower motor, controls and ducting service
Technical Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, fluid capacities and adjustment data tables
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts for engine, drivetrain, chassis and electrical complaints
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
Engine Type:
Twin-rotor Wankel rotary, water-cooled
Engine Code:
13B-type rotary used in the Rotary Pickup
Displacement:
654 cc per rotor, approximately 1.3 liters total equivalent displacement
Induction:
Naturally aspirated
Power Output:
Factory-rated output in the range of approximately 110 hp
Torque Output:
N/A - exact factory torque figure not stated for this model year
Fuel Requirement:
Leaded regular gasoline of the period
Lubrication:
Forced lubrication with metering oil pump delivering oil to the rotor housings
Cooling:
Water-cooled with radiator and engine-driven fan
Wheelbase:
N/A - exact wheelbase not stated for this model year
Overall Length:
Compact pickup length class, approximately 175 inches
Overall Width:
N/A - exact width not stated for this model year
Overall Height:
N/A - exact height not stated for this model year
Curb Weight:
Approximately 2,400 to 2,600 lb depending on configuration
Payload:
Light-duty compact pickup payload class
Fuel Tank Capacity:
N/A - exact capacity not stated for this model year
Government Ratings:
N/A - federal crash test ratings not published for this model year
Independent Ratings:
N/A - independent crash test ratings not published for this model year
Brakes:
Front disc and rear drum service brakes
Steering:
Recirculating ball steering
Lighting:
Sealed-beam headlamps with separate turn and marker lamps
Restraints:
Lap seat belts for driver and passenger
Body Construction:
Ladder-type frame with steel cab
Occupant Protection:
Energy-absorbing steering column and padded dash on equipped models
Engine Oil and Filter:
Change at intervals specified in the manual; rotary engines require regular oil and filter service
Ignition Service:
Spark plug inspection and replacement at scheduled intervals
Coolant Service:
Coolant level checks and periodic replacement per maintenance schedule
Brake Inspection:
Periodic inspection of pads, shoes, lines and fluid level
Engine Oil:
Refer to manual for recommended viscosity and API grade
Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specified gear oil grade
Brake Fluid:
Refer to manual for specified hydraulic brake fluid
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant mixed to the specified concentration
Known Issues and Wear Items
Apex Seals:
Rotary apex seals are a known wear item and require inspection during engine service
Metering Oil Pump:
Metering oil pump function is critical to rotor housing lubrication
Thermal Reactor:
Exhaust thermal reactor requires periodic inspection for cracking or blockage
Cooling System:
Rotary engines are sensitive to overheating; radiator and hoses should be inspected regularly