🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mazda Model: RX-7 Generation: First Generation (SA/FB) Model Year: 1980 Codes Chassis Code: SA22C 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Do-it-yourselfers and experienced mechanics looking for a comprehensive resource to repair, maintain, rebuild, refurbish, or restore their 1980 Mazda RX-7. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides factory-level repair and service information, enabling cost savings on maintenance and repairs, and is a cost-effective alternative to dealership services. Key Features Diagnostic Tools: Includes detailed diagnostic procedures, trouble codes, and computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, essential for understanding and resolving complex issues. Visual Aids: Features hundreds of detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos to clearly guide users through each service and repair procedure. Accessibility: Instant download format offers immediate access without shipping costs or waiting times, accessible on any computer. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Systems Covered: Engine overhaul and rebuilding, brakes, sunroof, timing belt replacement, trouble codes, wiring diagrams, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, engine performance, front end and alignment procedures and specifications, suspension, transmission removal and installation, air conditioning service and capacities, transmission in-car servicing, computer diagnostic codes, firing orders, factory maintenance schedules and charts, serpentine belt routings with diagrams, timing belt service procedures, brake servicing procedures, driving concerns, complete torque specifications, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures, repair procedures, vacuum diagrams. Page Count Page Count: Not Specified (but described as 'COMPLETE' and covering 'every single detail') Manual Type Manual Type: Official Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF File Size: Not Specified, but typically ranges from tens to hundreds of MB for comprehensive service manuals. 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Rotary (12A) engine overhaul, rebuilding, performance tuning, troubleshooting, diagnostics, firing orders, and specifications. Transmission: Removal, installation, in-car servicing, and detailed specifications for both manual and automatic transmissions. Brakes: Complete servicing procedures, specifications, and troubleshooting for the entire braking system. Suspension Steering: Front-end alignment procedures and specifications, suspension component service, and U-joint/CV-joint service. Electrical Electronics: Comprehensive wiring diagrams, diagnostic trouble tree charts, computer diagnostic codes, and troubleshooting for electrical systems. Cooling Heating Ac: Air conditioning service procedures and capacity specifications. Body Chassis: Sunroof service procedures, and general repair information. Procedures Included Maintenance: Factory maintenance schedules and charts, routine service procedures, and driving concern analysis. Repair: Step-by-step repair procedures for virtually all components, based on complete disassembly of the machine. Diagnostics: Detailed troubleshooting and diagnostics for all systems, including computer diagnostic trouble trees and specific trouble codes. Rebuilding: In-depth engine overhaul and rebuilding instructions. Torque Specifications: Complete torque specifications are provided for all critical fasteners, ensuring proper assembly and preventing damage. Technical Depth Technical Depth: Comprehensive coverage suitable for both do-it-yourself enthusiasts and experienced mechanics, including detailed illustrations, diagrams, and specifications. Illustrations Diagrams: Hundreds of detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos are included to guide the reader through each service and repair procedure. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF Compatibility: All versions of Windows & Mac Requirements: Adobe PDF Reader Print Quality Printability: Fully printable Searchability: Searchable text Zoom Functionality: Zoom in/out enabled Binding Type Binding Type: Digital (PDF download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital) Delivery Delivery Method: Instant Download Completeness Completeness Guarantee: 100% Complete and Intact, no missing/corrupt pages/sections Features Bookmarking: Bookmarked for easy navigation Content Accuracy Accuracy Assurance: Guaranteed to be accurate and detailed, reflecting factory specifications. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Rotary (Wankel) Engine Code: 12A Displacement: 1146 cc (2 x 573 cc rotors) Performance Horsepower Approx: 100-105 hp (SA chassis variations) Torque Approx: 108-113 lb-ft Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Carbureted (typically a Nikki two-barrel carburetor) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (87 octane or higher recommended) Maintenance Timing Belt Service: The 1980 RX-7, being a rotary, does not have a timing belt. It utilizes a chain-driven oil pump and accessory belts. The manual covers 'Timing Belt Service Procedures' which may be a general section or a misstatement for rotary engines. However, it does cover 'Serpentine Belt Routings with Diagrams'. Firing Order: Provided in manual, crucial for rotary engine timing and operation. 🔧 Transmission Standard Standard Transmission: 4-speed manual transmission Optional Optional Transmission: 3-speed automatic transmission Features Transmission Service: Covers in-car servicing, removal, and installation for both transmission types. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Style: 2-door coupe (initially, later a liftback/hatchback was introduced) Wheelbase: 95.2 inches Length: 161.6 inches Width: 65.2 inches Height: 50.4 inches Weights Curb Weight Approx: 2400 - 2600 lbs 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Results: No specific crash test ratings readily available for the 1980 model as standards were different. However, the unibody construction and basic safety features were typical for its era. Active Features Braking System: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Manual provides detailed service procedures. Passive Features Seatbelts: Standard 3-point seatbelts. Steering Column: Collapsible steering column. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic AM/FM radio, often with...