Segment:
Compact Sports Car / Rotary Sports Coupe
Competitors:
Nissan 350Z, Toyota Celica GT-S, Mitsubishi Eclipse GT
Distinguishing Feature:
Naturally Aspirated Rotary Engine (Renesis), Unique Freestyle Door System
Audience:
Enthusiast owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs
Engine:
Rotary (Renesis) Engine - Complete Overhaul, Maintenance, Diagnostics
Engine Control:
ECU, Ignition System, Fuel Injection System, Emission Controls
Transmission:
Manual (M/T) and Automatic (A/T) Transmissions - Repair, Overhaul, Fluid Specifications
Drivetrain:
Propeller Shaft, Differential, Axles, Hubs
Brakes:
Disc Brakes (Front & Rear), ABS, EBD, Parking Brake - Service, Component Replacement, Bleeding
Steering:
Power Steering System, Steering Gear, Column - Service and Adjustments
Suspension:
Front & Rear Suspension (Double Wishbone), Shock Absorbers, Springs, Bushings - Diagnostics and Replacement
HVAC:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - System Components, Refrigerant, Diagnostics
Body:
Body Panels, Doors, Locks, Glass, Exterior Trim, Interior Trim - Repair and Adjustment
Safety:
Airbags, Seatbelts, SRS System - Diagnostics and Service Precautions
Electrical:
Wiring Diagrams, Fuses, Relays, Lighting, Power Accessories, ECU Pinouts, Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs)
Maintenance:
Scheduled Maintenance, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements, Spark Plug (Apex Seal) Replacement
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting Guides, Symptom-Based Diagnostics, OBD-II Diagnostics
Repair:
Component Disassembly, Reassembly, Calibration, Adjustment Procedures
Specifications:
Torque Specifications, Clearances, Electrical Resistances, Pressures
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds
Engine Type:
Naturally Aspirated Rotary
Engine Code:
13B-MSP Renesis
Displacement:
1.3L (80 cu in)
Horsepower Gt:
212 hp @ 7600 rpm (Manual Transmission)
Horsepower Sport:
207 hp @ 7600 rpm (Automatic Transmission)
Torque Gt:
159 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm (Manual Transmission)
Torque Sport:
154 lb-ft @ 5500 rpm (Automatic Transmission)
Injection Type:
Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SFI)
Recommended Fuel:
Premium Unleaded (91 Octane or higher)
Oil Type:
API SG or SH, ILSAC GF-II, SAE 5W-30 (Full Synthetic Recommended for Rotary)
Oil Capacity:
5.6 US quarts (5.3 liters)
Coolant Type:
Mazda FL22 Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
NHTSA Front Impact:
5-Star Driver, 4-Star Passenger
ABS:
Standard (4-Wheel Disc ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard (DSC - Dynamic Stability Control)
Airbags:
Front Dual-Stage Airbags, Side-Impact Airbags
Seatbelts:
3-Point with Pretensioners and Load Limiters
Oil Change:
Every 5,000 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first), synthetic oil recommended.
Spark Plugs:
Refer to manual for specific intervals; specialized rotary spark plugs (long and short) require regular inspection/replacement.
Air Filter:
Every 15,000 miles or 12 months.
Power Steering Fluid:
Mazda Genuine ATF or equivalent
Coolant Capacity:
7.4 US quarts (7.0 liters)
Rotary Specific:
Apex seal wear, carbon buildup, oil consumption (requires diligent maintenance and proper break-in procedures), potential for hydrolock if oil is low.
Common Repairs:
Clutch replacement, ignition coil failure, starter motor issues, vacuum hose leaks.
