1986 Mazda RX-7 Service and Repair Manual
This factory service and repair manual for the 1986 Mazda RX-7 is built around this specific model year and trim lineup, so the procedures and specifications inside are the ones Mazda published for your car, not a generic stand-in from another RX-7 generation.
Engines covered
- 1.3L — naturally aspirated, gasoline
- 1.3L — turbocharged, gasoline
Body styles covered
- 2-door coupe
Trims covered
- Base
- GXL
- Turbo
Known issues on the 1986 RX-7. One recall is on federal record for this model year, covering the front brake calipers: in areas of heavy road salt use, salt can accumulate on the caliper components and corrode the disc pad liners, preventing the pads from moving freely and resulting in ineffective front braking. Owners have filed 13 complaints for the year, and no technical service bulletins are logged. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind that system are here.
Whether you're inspecting the front calipers for corrosion or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and the correct specification for your specific 1986 RX-7.
