Target Audience:
Do-it-yourselfers and experienced mechanics.
Value Proposition:
Inexpensive way to keep the vehicle working properly, avoids costly mechanic fees.
Availability:
Essential resource for owners of aging classic rotary vehicles where parts and expertise can be scarce.
Instruction Format:
Step-by-step instructions, numbered instructions, bold figure numbers.
Critical Information:
Notes, cautions, and warnings pinpoint critical information.
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Diagnostic Aid:
Combined troubleshooting and electrical service procedures with wiring diagrams.
Visual Guidance:
Detailed drawings, clear photographs, enlarged insets for detailed part examination.
Primary Market:
Global (primarily North America and Japan)
Region Specific Notes:
Covers variations applicable to North American and Japanese market models.
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds (specific count not provided, typical for comprehensive FSM)
Manual Type:
Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual / Repair Manual
Engine Mechanical:
Complete disassembly, assembly, inspection, and repair of the rotary engine (12A engine).
Engine Management:
Ignition system, starting system, charging system (alternator, starter), fuel system (carburetor tuning, fuel pump, lines).
Transmission:
Manual transmission repair, clutch system, driveshaft, differential.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension systems, shock absorbers, springs, bushings, alignment specifications.
Steering:
Steering gearbox, linkage, power steering system (if applicable).
Brakes:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes, hydraulic system, parking brake.
Electrical:
Wiring diagrams, lighting systems, instrumentation, warning systems, body electricals.
Body And Interior:
Body panel repair, door mechanisms, interior trim, seats, glass, weatherstripping.
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (if equipped).
Emission Controls:
Emission control systems specific to the era and market.
Maintenance:
Regular maintenance tasks, fluid changes, filter replacements, tune-ups.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon issues, symptom-based troubleshooting.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component repair and replacement.
Disassembly Assembly:
Detailed procedures for complete vehicle and component teardown and reassembly.
Special Tools:
Identification and usage of specialized tools required for specific procedures.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine rebuilds and electrical diagnostics.
Detail Level:
High detail with exploded views, diagrams, and photographs for clarity.
Printability:
All pages printable
Searchability:
Likely searchable text within PDF (standard for modern digital manuals).
Diagram Quality:
Top quality diagrams, detailed exploded pictures.
Photo Quality:
Hundreds of photos and illustrations.
Binding Type:
Digital Download (no physical binding)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital format)
Engine Type:
Rotary (Wankel)
Displacement:
1146 cc (two rotors, 573 cc per rotor)
Rotor Housing Material:
Chromium plated cast iron
Apex Seals:
Typically made of ferrite or carbon composite material (specific to era).
Horsepower Approximate:
Around 125-130 HP (varies by market and specific tuning)
Torque Approximate:
Around 115-120 lb-ft (varies by market and specific tuning)
Carburetor Type:
Dual Downdraft Carburetors (e.g., Hitachi or Mikuni twin-choke)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (as regulations changed, early models may have used leaded)
Fuel Pump:
Mechanical diaphragm fuel pump.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 3,000 miles or 3 months (critical for rotary engines).
Spark Plug Replacement:
Regular replacement is crucial for rotary performance (specific intervals in manual).
Engine Seals Inspection:
Regular checks for oil seal wear and compression are vital.
Engine Oil Type:
API SF or SG rated oil, 10W-30 or 10W-40 common (refer to manual for precise spec).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 5 quarts (including oil cooler).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze (50/50 mix with distilled water).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Apex Seal Wear:
Common issue in older rotary engines leading to loss of compression and performance.
Carburetor Tuning:
Can be sensitive to altitude, fuel quality, and requires precise adjustment.
Oil Consumption:
Rotary engines inherently consume some oil for lubrication of seals, but excessive consumption indicates issues.
Chassis Rust:
Common for vehicles of this era, especially in areas with road salt.
Rotary Pioneering:
Mazda's early commitment to rotary engine technology, following the Cosmo Sport.
Predecessor:
Followed the Mazda Cosmo Sport as a more mass-market rotary offering.
Market Introduction:
Introduced as a sporty, compact coupe with a distinctive rotary powerplant.
Manufacturing Location:
Japan
Production Volume:
Moderate, establishing Mazda's reputation for rotary engines.
