Mazda RX-7 Automatic Transmission Servicing: lubrication, brake bands, gearshift levers and more

Mazda RX7 1993-1995 FD3S



On models with anti-theft radio system, obtain code number from customer to deactivate radio anti-theft system BEFORE disconnecting negative battery cable. To deactivate radio anti-theft system, turn ignition switch to ACC position. Press SCAN and AUTO-M buttons simultaneously until "cod e" is displayed. Press SCAN and AUTO-M buttons again until 4 bars are displayed.
Use preset button No. 1 to enter first number. Use preset buttons No. 2, 3 and 4 to set other numbers. Press SCAN and AUTO-M buttons for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. After 5 seconds, flashing "code" will go away and radio will operate.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION APPLICATIONS

LUBRICATION

SERVICE INTERVALS

Transmission Fluid
Check fluid level every 7500 miles or 6 months.

Transfer Case Fluid
Replace transfer case fluid every 60,000 miles for normal driving conditions, and every 30,000 miles for severe driving conditions.

CHECKING FLUID LEVEL

Transmission
Park vehicle on level ground. Apply parking brake. Warm engine to normal operating temperature. Briefly place selector lever in all gears, and then return to "P" position. Clean dipstick and insert in tube. Remove dipstick. Level should be between "L" and "F" marks. Check fluid for discoloration and unusual smell. If necessary, add fluid. DO NOT overfill.

RECOMMENDED FLUID

Transmission
Use Dexron-II or M-III ATF.

FLUID CAPACITIES

TRANSMISSION REFILL CAPACITIES

• Mazda RX7 1993-1995
  • Refill Qts. (L): 4.2 (4.0)
  • Dry Fill Qts. (L): 9.1 (8.6)

DRAINING AND REFILLING

Disconnect negative battery cable. Loosen oil pan bolts to drain fluid. Remove oil pan and discard old gasket. Clean oil pan and install using NEW gasket. Tighten oil pan bolts to specification. Connect negative battery cable. Add fluid and check level. DO NOT overfill.

ADJUSTMENTS

BRAKE BAND (2ND GEAR)

Loosen lock nut on band adjusting bolt. See Fig. 1. Tighten bolt to 35-53 INCH lbs (4-6 N.m). Loosen band adjusting bolt 2 1/2 turns. Tighten lock nut to 24-31 ft. lbs. (32-42 N.m).

Fig. 1: Adjusting Brake Band

GEARSHIFT LEVER

1. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove center console. Remove boot plate. Place gearshift lever in "P" position. Loosen lock nut on side of gearshift lever. See Fig. 2 . Move adjustment lever forward to set transmission in "P" position.
2. Adjust lever so clearance between guide plate and guide pin with lever in "P" position is as specified. See Fig. 3 . Tighten rear lock nut to 14-21 ft. lbs. (19-28 N.m).
3. Place gearshift lever in "N" and "D" positions to ensure clearances are correct. See Fig. 3. Adjust lever if necessary. Install boot plate, center console, indicator panel, selector sleeve, selector knob and upper panel. Connect negative battery cable.

GEARSHIFT LEVER ADJUSTMENT SPECIFICATIONS
Clearance between guide plate and guide pin. See Fig. 3.

• Gearshift In "P" Position
  • Clearance "A" .035-.039 (.89-.99) In. (mm)
  • Clearance "B" .020-.024 (.51-.61) In. (mm)
• Gearshift In "N" Or "D" Position
  • Clearance "C" .024-.028 (.61-.71) In. (mm)
  • Clearance "D" .024-.028 (.61-.71) In. (mm)

Fig. 2: Identifying Gearshift Lever Components

Fig. 3: Checking Gearshift Lever Adjustment Clearances

TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR/SWITCH

Transmission range switch is equipped.

1. Place gearshift lever in "N" position. Ensure gearshift lever is adjusted correctly. Loosen transmission range switch mounting bolts at transmission. Remove screw from alignment pin hole at bottom of switch (if equipped).
2. Rotate switch and insert a 5/32" alignment pin (or drill bit) through alignment holes.
3. Tighten mounting bolts to specification. Remove alignment pin. Install alignment pin hole screw (if equipped) and check switch operation. Vehicle should start only with gearshift in "P" or "N" position.

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TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

• Oil Pan Bolt: 62-80 (7-9) INCH Lbs. (N.m)
• Transmission Range Switch Mounting Bolt: 22-35 (2.5-4.0) INCH Lbs. (N.m)
• Valve Body Bolt: 62-80 (7-9) INCH Lbs. (N.m)

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Mazda RX7 1993-1995 FD3S

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