Model Variant:
Rotary Pickup (REPU)
Production Years Covered:
1974
Vehicle Type:
Compact pickup truck
Assembly:
Hiroshima, Japan
Powertrain Identification
Engine Family:
Mazda 13B rotary (Wankel)
Engine Type:
Twin-rotor, naturally aspirated
Transmission Type:
4-speed manual (standard)
Drive Configuration:
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Target Audience:
Compact pickup buyers wanting passenger-car drivability and car-like performance
Positioning:
Only mass-produced rotary-engined pickup offered in the North American market
Competitive Advantage:
Smooth, high-revving rotary power and low hood line unavailable in conventional four-cylinder pickups
Distinctive Feature:
13B twin-rotor engine in a light rear-wheel-drive pickup chassis
Cab and Bed:
Single cab with short bed; styled as a compact utility vehicle
Manual Type:
Factory workshop manual
Format:
PDF (digital download)
Delivery:
Instant download after purchase
Binding:
Digital - no printed binding
Page Count:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Coverage Areas:
Complete vehicle: engine, drivetrain, chassis, body, electrical
Intended Use:
Professional technicians and DIY owners
Rotary Engine Overhaul:
Rotor, housing, side plate and apex seal service
Engine Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step procedures with torque values
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat and hoses
Fuel System:
Carburetor, fuel pump, lines and tank
Exhaust System:
Manifold, thermal reactor and exhaust piping
Ignition System:
Distributor, spark plugs and ignition timing
Clutch:
Inspection, adjustment and replacement
Manual Transmission:
4-speed unit disassembly, inspection and reassembly
Driveshaft and Rear Axle:
Universal joints, differential and axle shafts
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension component service
Steering:
Manual steering gear and linkage
Brakes:
Front disc and rear drum brake service
Electrical System:
Wiring diagrams, charging, starting and lighting circuits
Body and Frame:
Panel alignment and body repair guidance
Heating and Ventilation:
Heater core, blower and ducting
Air Conditioning:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Technical Depth:
Factory specifications with torque values and clearances
Parts Information:
Component identification and part reference data
Diagrams:
Exploded views and schematic illustrations
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
Configuration:
Twin-rotor Wankel, naturally aspirated
Displacement:
1.3 L (654 cc x 2 rotors)
Fuel System:
Four-barrel carburetor
Horsepower:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Torque:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Recommended Fuel:
Regular gasoline
Wheelbase:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Overall Length:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Overall Width:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Overall Height:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Curb Weight:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Gross Vehicle Weight:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Overall Rating:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Frontal Impact:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Passive Features:
Front seat belts, energy-absorbing steering column
Active Features:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Brake System:
Dual-circuit hydraulic brakes with proportioning valve
Audio System:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Connectivity:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Assistance Systems:
N/A - not specified in the source description
Instrumentation:
Analog gauges with speedometer, fuel, temperature and warning lamps
Oil Change Interval:
Per factory schedule; consult the manual for severe-duty and normal-duty intervals
Tune-Up Interval:
Per factory schedule in the manual
Spark Plugs:
Rotary-specific plugs; service per manual
Engine Oil:
Use only engine oil specified for rotary engines; see manual for grade and capacity
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant per factory instruction
Known Wear Items:
Apex and side seals, oil control rings and carburetor components are common service items
Maintenance Reference:
Capacities, grades and torque values listed in the service data section
