Model Variants:
REPU (Rotary Engine Pickup)
Body Style:
Standard cab pickup truck
Production Years Covered:
1973, 1974, 1975
Drive Configuration:
Rear-wheel drive
Manual Title:
1973-1975 Mazda Rotary Pickup Workshop Manual
Coverage:
All models, all engine types for the years listed
Type:
Dealer-level workshop service repair manual
Target Audience:
Licensed automotive technicians, independent shops and DIY owners
Market Segment:
Compact pickup, rotary-powered light truck
Vehicle Class:
Compact pickup truck
Distinctive Feature:
First rotary-engined production pickup offered in the US market
Competitive Edge:
Smooth, compact, high-revving powerplant versus conventional inline four and six cylinder pickups
Engine Type:
Two-rotor Wankel rotary
Layout:
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Transmission:
4-speed manual standard, 3-speed automatic optional
Payload Class:
Half-ton class compact pickup
Models Covered:
Mazda Rotary Pickup (REPU) 1973, 1974, 1975
Engine Types:
All engine types offered for the covered years
Repair Scope:
Mechanical and electrical repairs A-Z
Delivery Method:
Instant download after payment
Binding:
Digital, no physical binding
Page Count:
N/A - exact page count not stated for this download
Printing:
All pages are printable; print only the pages needed
Access:
Unlimited use, manual does not time out or expire
Platform:
Works on any PC or MAC using Microsoft Windows (XP, NT, 2000, Vista, Windows 7, etc.)
General Repair Procedures
Routine Maintenance:
Schedules, adjustments and inspection procedures
Tune-Up Procedures:
Ignition timing, spark plugs and carburetor adjustments
Specifications:
Factory tolerances, capacities and torque values
General Removal and Installation:
Component R and R procedures
Engine Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step removal and refitting
Cylinder Head and Valve Train:
Inspection, service and repair
Engine Block:
Disassembly, measurement and reassembly
Engine Lubrication:
Oil pump, cooler and lubrication circuit
Intake Manifold and Exhaust System:
Removal, inspection and installation
Cooling and Heating:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat and heater service
Fuel and Emissions:
Carburetor, fuel pump, lines and emission control devices
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transmission service
Clutch:
Inspection, adjustment and replacement
Differential:
Final drive inspection and adjustment
Driveshaft:
Inspection, universal joints and service
Steering:
Manual steering gear, linkage and alignment
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension service
Brakes:
Service and repair including ABS where fitted
Body:
Body panels, adjustment and repair
Heater and Air Conditioning:
System service and repair
Automatic Climate Control:
Component diagnosis and service
Electrical:
Charging, starting, lighting and accessories
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS):
Diagnosis and service where equipped
Wiring Diagrams:
Full schematics for covered models
Safety Precautions:
Workshop safety and handling notes
Special Tools:
Tool identification and usage
Tightening Torques:
Fastener torque tables
Timing Marks and Valve Timing:
Chain routing, sprocket marks and tensioner reset
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
Wheelbase:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Overall Length:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Overall Width:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Overall Height:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Curb Weight:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Payload:
Half-ton class compact pickup
GVWR:
N/A - exact figure not stated for this model range
Ratings and Crash Testing
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - federal crash test ratings not published for this era
Regulatory Era:
Pre-standardized NCAP testing
Brakes:
Front disc and rear drum on most variants; ABS not offered in this era
Steering:
Manual recirculating ball
Restraint System:
Lap and shoulder seat belts
Body Construction:
Ladder-type frame with separate cab and cargo bed
Audio System:
AM and FM radio with single speaker, optional
Display:
None, analog instrumentation only
Systems:
N/A - electronic driver assistance not offered in this era
Instrumentation:
Speedometer, fuel gauge, temperature and warning lamps
Oil and Filter:
Follow factory schedule in the workshop manual
Spark Plugs:
Replace at scheduled tune-up intervals
Ignition Timing:
Check and adjust at tune-up intervals
Brake Inspection:
Periodic inspection per factory schedule
Engine Oil:
Use grade recommended for the covered year and climate
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant mixed as specified
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Refer to factory specification in the manual
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Refer to factory specification in the manual
Differential Fluid:
Refer to factory specification in the manual
Apex Seals:
Rotary apex seals are a known wear item requiring inspection
Ignition Components:
Points, condenser and coils are common service items
Carburetor:
Periodic cleaning and adjustment required
Cooling System:
Hoses, water pump and thermostat are common wear points
Clutch:
Friction disc wears with mileage on manual-equipped trucks
Manufacturer:
Mazda Motor Corporation
Rotary Heritage:
Mazda pioneered production rotary engines, first with the Cosmo and later the RX series
Model Debut:
Rotary pickup introduced for the 1974 model year in the US market
Model Retirement:
Rotary pickup discontinued after the 1977 model year
Platform:
Compact pickup platform adapted for rotary power
Engine Evolution:
Rotary engine used throughout the production run with detail revisions
Related Models:
Sold alongside piston-engined Mazda pickups of the same body
Market Position:
Offered as a smooth, high-revving alternative to conventional pickups
Assembly:
N/A - exact assembly plant not stated for this model range
Sales Market:
United States and other selected export markets
Historical Significance:
Recognized as the first rotary-engined production pickup sold in the United States
Collector Status:
Now sought by rotary enthusiasts and vintage Mazda collectors
Press Coverage:
Period road tests highlighted its smoothness and free-revving character
Engineering Distinction:
Part of Mazda's early Wankel engine model range
Awards:
N/A - major automotive awards not recorded for this model