🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mazda Model: RX-4 Marketing Name: Mazda RX-4 Common Name: Mazda Grand Familia SSS Coupe / Sedan / Wagon Generation Generation Code: First Generation (SA22C Platform) Codes Chassis Codes: S102, S122 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: Do-it-yourself enthusiasts, professional mechanics, and owners seeking to maintain or restore their Mazda RX-4. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive factory-level repair information at a fraction of the cost of professional shop labor, empowering owners to maintain their classic vehicle. Key Features Feature Highlight 1: Step-by-step instructions with detailed exploded diagrams and photographs. Feature Highlight 2: Troubleshooting and electrical service procedures combined with clear wiring diagrams. Feature Highlight 3: Enables owners to perform all maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs themselves. Manual Advantage: Essential resource for maintaining and preserving a classic rotary-powered Mazda. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Coverage Summary: Comprehensive factory service and repair procedures for the Mazda RX-4. Page Count Estimated Page Count: Estimated 500+ pages (typical for comprehensive factory manuals of this era) Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Digital Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Rotary Engine (12A) Mechanical, Cooling, Lubrication, Ignition, Fuel Delivery, Emission Controls. Transmission: Manual Transmission (4-speed & 5-speed), Automatic Transmission (optional). Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive, Driveshaft, Differential, Axles. Suspension: Front Independent Suspension (MacPherson Strut), Rear Leaf Spring Suspension, Shock Absorbers, Bushings. Brakes: Front Disc Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes, Parking Brake System, Hydraulic Lines, Master Cylinder. Steering: Recirculating Ball Steering System, Steering Column, Steering Linkage. Electrical: Battery, Charging System (Alternator), Starting System (Starter Motor), Ignition System, Lighting, Instrumentation, Fuses, Relays, Wiring Diagrams. Body Interior Exterior: Body Panels, Doors, Hood, Trunk, Seats, Dashboard, Trim, Glass, Seals. HVAC: Heating System, Ventilation (no air conditioning typically standard on base models). Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, spark plug (if applicable for ignition system) inspection/replacement. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common issues, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Repair: Step-by-step instructions for component disassembly, repair, and reassembly. Overhaul: Detailed procedures for engine (rotary) rebuild, transmission overhaul, etc. Specifications: Torque specifications, clearances, fluid capacities, electrical resistance values. Wiring Diagrams: Comprehensive electrical wiring schematics for all vehicle systems. Technical Depth Depth Of Coverage: Complete factory-level repair and diagnostic information, suitable for professional mechanics and advanced DIYers. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Readability: Easy-to-read text, high-quality diagrams and illustrations. Searchability: Likely searchable text within the PDF, allowing quick information retrieval. Print Quality Printable Pages: All pages are printable, allowing for creation of physical copies for workshop use. Binding Type Digital Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Digital Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download - printable on user's choice of paper) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: 12A Engine Type: Two-Rotor Wankel Rotary Engine Displacement: 1146 cc (approx. 573 cc per rotor) Bore Per Rotor: 70 mm Stroke Per Rotor: 75 mm Performance Horsepower Net Est: Approx. 90-110 hp (depending on year and emissions equipment) Torque Net Est: Approx. 100-115 lb-ft Fuel System Carburetion: Single or Twin Hitachi Carburetors (e.g., Hitachi HJB 30-32) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (Octane rating specified in manual) Engine Mechanical Apex Seals: Critical component requiring specific lubrication and break-in procedures. Oil Metering Pump: System for injecting pre-mix oil into the fuel/air mixture. Cooling System Radiator Type: Crossflow radiator. Coolant Type: Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze mixed with distilled water (specific ratio detailed). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Std: 4-Speed Manual Transmission Optional Transmission Type Opt: 5-Speed Manual Transmission (later models) and 3-Speed Automatic Transmission Features Clutch Type: Dry Single Plate Clutch Fluid Specifications Manual Transmission Fluid: GL-4 Gear Oil (Viscosity specification, e.g., 75W-90, detailed in manual) Automatic Transmission Fluid: Dexron-II or equivalent automatic transmission fluid. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: 2-door Coupe, 4-door Sedan, 5-door Wagon Wheelbase: Approximately 2475 mm (97.4 inches) Length: Approximately 4200-4400 mm (165.4-173.2 inches) depending on body style Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 1050-1150 kg (2315-2535 lbs) depending on configuration 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Data: Limited official crash test data available for this era, emphasis on structural integrity and occupant restraint systems. Active Features Active Safety Features: Front Disc Brakes, Rear Drum Brakes, Collapsible Steering Column. Passive Features Passive Safety Features: Lap and Shoulder Seatbelts, Padded Dashboard, Energy-Absorbing Steering Column. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Infotainment System: Basic AM/FM Radio with Cassette Player (optional). Driver Assistance Driver Assistance Features: None standard for this era. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Recommended every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Transmission Fluid Change: Recommended every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 2 years. Coolant Change: Recommended every 2 years or 40,000 km (25,000 miles). Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Spec: API SF or SG, SAE 10W-30 or 10W-40 (specific viscosity may vary by climate, refer to manual). Coolant Capacity: Approx. 6.0 Liters (6.3 US Quarts) Brake Fluid Spec: DOT 3 or DOT...