Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1986 Mazda RX-7 Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 1.3L Eng | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | N/A | N/A | DOT 3 or DOT 4 Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | 1.3L Eng | 1.40 QTS. | 1.32 L | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 7.70 QTS. | 7.28 L | S | ||||
| Engine Oil | 1.3L Eng | 4.02 QTS. | 3.8 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 1.3L Eng | w/o Filter | 4.70 QTS. | 4.44 L | SAE 5W-30 (Below -20Deg.F to 35Deg.F), 10W-30 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 85Deg.F) 10W-40, 10W-50 (Below -10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) 20W-40, 20W-50 (Below 10Deg.F to Above 120Deg.F) | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 1.3L Eng | 16.60 GALS. | 62.83 L | S | |||
| Manual Transmission Fluid | 1.3L Eng | 2.10 QTS. | 1.98 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | N/A | N/A | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | S | |||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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