Target Audience:
Owners, DIY enthusiasts, and professional repair shops seeking detailed technical information for the Mazda RX-3.
Value Proposition:
Provides the same level of detail as professional workshop manuals, enabling significant cost savings on repairs and maintenance.
Instruction Style:
Numbered instructions, detailed illustrations, photos, and diagrams for clarity.
Information Enhancements:
Includes notes, cautions, warnings, and enlarged insets for critical information and detailed part examination.
Digital Advantage:
Digital format allows for printing specific sections, protecting the original from contamination.
Years Covered:
1970, 1971, 1972, 1973, 1974, 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978
Models Covered:
All RX3 Models/Engines/Trim/Transmissions Types
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (specific count not provided, but described as comprehensive)
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Engine Service:
Engine Service / Repair (Rotary Engine)
Transmission Service:
Transmission Service / Repair (Manual & Automatic)
Brake System:
Brake System Overhaul and Service
Electrical System:
Electrical System Diagnosis and Repair, Wiring Diagrams
Suspension:
Suspension System Components and Service
Steering:
Steering System Service and Adjustment
Cooling System:
Cooling System Maintenance and Repair
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection / Fuel System Service and Troubleshooting
Emission System:
Emission System Control and Service
HVAC:
Heater/Air Conditioning System Service
Engine Control:
Engine Control System Diagnosis and Repair
Chassis Body:
Chassis and Body Repair, Maintenance, and Specifications
Restraint System:
Restraint System Information (where applicable)
Interior:
Interior Component Service and Trim
Drivetrain:
Differential / Drive Axle Service and Repair
Axles:
Axle Shafts and Components Service
General Maintenance:
General Maintenance Procedures
Troubleshooting:
Troubleshooting Common Issues and Diagnostics
Periodic Lubrication:
Periodic Lubrication Schedules and Specifications
Repair Procedures:
Detailed Step-by-Step Repair Procedures
Disassembly Assembly:
Component Disassembly and Assembly Instructions
Cleaning Reinstallation:
Component Cleaning and Reinstallation Procedures
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covering diagnostics, maintenance, and full repair procedures used by professional technicians.
Displacement:
1.0 Litre (approx. 993cc) - Effective displacement for two rotors
Horsepower Estimate:
Approx. 100-110 hp (Varies by market and specific tuning)
Induction:
Carburetor (e.g., Hitachi, Weber) or early Fuel Injection depending on market/model
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (consider octane rating for older engines)
Apex Seals:
Critical component requiring specific lubrication and maintenance protocols.
Rotor Housing Wear:
Manual covers inspection and potential repair of rotor housing wear.
Oil Change:
Refer to manual for specific intervals (typically more frequent for rotary engines than piston engines).
Spark Plugs:
Manual provides specific replacement intervals and types.
Engine Oil:
Specific viscosity and type for rotary engines (e.g., SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40, specific API service classification required).
Coolant:
Proper coolant mixture and type (e.g., ethylene glycol based) as specified.
Apex Seal Wear:
A common concern for rotary engines, detailed in the manual for diagnosis and potential repair.
Carburetor Tuning:
Requires precise tuning for optimal performance and fuel economy.
Rotary Oil Consumption:
Rotary engines consume oil as part of their design; manual covers proper monitoring and topping up.
