PoLaK

iTrader: (1)

This is for the 93 to 95 3rd gen Rx-7 i imagine it will be about the same for the RENESIS. Offically this is from www.rx-7.com

Engine
Engine Oil Replace every 3,000 miles
Oil Filter Replace every 3,000 miles
Drive Belts Inspect every 30,000; Replace as needed.
Turbo Boost Check Inspect every 12 months. You should see 12psi on Primary Turbo, 10psi on Secondary Turbo


Air Cleaner
Stock Air Cleaner Element Replace every 30,000 miles
If Using K&N Element Clean and Oil every 15,000 miles


Ignition System
Spark Plugs Replace every 15,000 miles
Spark Plug wires Inspect every 15,000 miles
Replace as needed.


Cooling System
Cooling System Inspect every 15,000 miles for leaks
Engine Coolant Replace every 30,000 miles or every 12 months
(whichever comes first)


Fuel System
Idle Speed Inspect every 15,000 miles
Fuel Filter Replace every 30,000 miles
Fuel Lines Inspect every 15,000 miles


Electrical System
Engine Oil Level
Warning System Inspect every 30,000 miles
Engine Coolant Level
Warning System Inspect every 30,000 miles


Brakes
Brake Hoses and Connections Inspect every 15,000 miles
Brake Fluids Inspect every 15,000 miles
Replace every 30,000 miles or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Clutch Fluid Level Inspect every 30,000 miles
Brake and Clutch Pedal Inspect every 15,000 miles
Parking Brake Inspect every 15,000 miles
Power Brake Unit and Hoses Inspect every 30,000 miles
Disc Brakes Inspect every 15,000 miles


Miscellaneous
Power Steering Fluid
and Lines Inspect every 15,000 miles
Steering Linkages, rack Inspect every 15,000 miles
Guides and Tie Rod Ends Inspect every 15,000
Front Suspension Ball Joints Inspect every 30,000 miles
Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate every 30,000 miles
Rack Seal Boots Inspect every 30,000 miles
Manual Transmission oil Replace every 30,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Inspect every 30,000 miles
Rear Axle Oil Replace every 30,000 miles
Exhaust system heat shields Inspect every 30,000 miles
Seat Belts, Buckles,
Reactors and anchors Inspect every 30,000 miles
Drive Shaft Dust Boot Inspect every 30,000 miles

Engine
Engine Oil Replace every 3,000 miles
Oil Filter Replace every 3,000 miles
Drive Belts Inspect every 30,000; Replace as needed.
Turbo Boost Check Inspect every 12 months. You should see 12psi on Primary Turbo, 10psi on Secondary Turbo


Air Cleaner
Stock Air Cleaner Element Replace every 30,000 miles
If Using K&N Element Clean and Oil every 15,000 miles


Ignition System
Spark Plugs Replace every 15,000 miles
Spark Plug wires Inspect every 15,000 miles
Replace as needed.


Cooling System
Cooling System Inspect every 15,000 miles for leaks
Engine Coolant Replace every 30,000 miles or every 12 months
(whichever comes first)


Fuel System
Idle Speed Inspect every 15,000 miles
Fuel Filter Replace every 30,000 miles
Fuel Lines Inspect every 15,000 miles


Electrical System
Engine Oil Level
Warning System Inspect every 30,000 miles
Engine Coolant Level
Warning System Inspect every 30,000 miles


Brakes
Brake Hoses and Connections Inspect every 15,000 miles
Brake Fluids Inspect every 15,000 miles
Replace every 30,000 miles or every 12 months, whichever comes first.
Clutch Fluid Level Inspect every 30,000 miles
Brake and Clutch Pedal Inspect every 15,000 miles
Parking Brake Inspect every 15,000 miles
Power Brake Unit and Hoses Inspect every 30,000 miles
Disc Brakes Inspect every 15,000 miles


Miscellaneous
Power Steering Fluid
and Lines Inspect every 15,000 miles
Steering Linkages, rack Inspect every 15,000 miles
Guides and Tie Rod Ends Inspect every 15,000
Front Suspension Ball Joints Inspect every 30,000 miles
Front Wheel Bearings Lubricate every 30,000 miles
Rack Seal Boots Inspect every 30,000 miles
Manual Transmission oil Replace every 30,000 miles
Automatic Transmission Fluid Level Inspect every 30,000 miles
Rear Axle Oil Replace every 30,000 miles
Exhaust system heat shields Inspect every 30,000 miles
Seat Belts, Buckles,
Reactors and anchors Inspect every 30,000 miles
Drive Shaft Dust Boot Inspect every 30,000 miles


Proper Care and Break-In Tips

1. First and foremost, you should keep tabs on the vital signs of your car. Check the oil regularly and make sure the temperature does not exceed the half- way mark. These two areas are the primary causes of pre-mature engine failure. An engine in its prime can still become junk if its allowed to run out of oil or water. Don't be alarmed by a slightly above average use of motor oil. Rotary engines inject a small amount of oil for lubrication. Every once in a while, top off your oil and zero the trip odometer. See how many miles you go before you need another quart. A new engine uses a quart in 1600-1800 miles, but you shouldn't begin to worry until it gets to about one quart per 700 miles.

2. Change your oil and filter regularly. This cannot be emphasized enough. Changing your oil and filter about every 3000 miles is probably the best thing you can do to extend the life and performance of your engine. Make sure you use an oil and filter of good quality.

3. If you had a new or rebuilt engine installed, observe the "break-in" rules. Negligence will be costly since the warranty will be voided and the engine may sustain irreparable damage in extreme cases. Be easy on the motor for the first 500 miles. This means, a) no heavy load hauling, b) do not exceed 4000rpm, c) do not exceed 70 mph in top gear, and d) do not drag race. After putting 500 miles on the motor, change the oil and filter, retension the belts, check all hoses, and look carefully for any oil and fuel leaks..

4. Another helpful idea is to have a regular maintenance schedule. Regular maintenance can identify problems before they become serious ones. Tune-ups, oil changes, brake work, and other maintenance done at the proper time will save money in the end. Have all these things done by a competent shop that knows your car. Remember, an ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure.

5. Be proud of your car. It's not just transportation, it's an extension of yourself. Your character is reflected in the way you treat it. Keep it clean inside and out. Wash and wax it occasionally and vacuum the carpet. Doing all these things may not extend the life of the engine much, but it sure keeps the value of your investment and makes the car more fun to drive.

BlueAdept

Nice one PoLaK... (Were does that name come from BTW?)

PoLaK

iTrader: (1)

PoLaK is a word to describe a polish person which i am (most pp find it to be politcal incorrect but i like it more the PoLe or PoL

Takumi

Hey blue I just got an idea. about the "service" What if you were to do most of the service my self. and then when i get it serviced at the dealer i take mention that i done all that and they inspect it and eeeverything a ok . that would still count as a service ?

rx8-zoom

nice job bro.... if anyone has anything to add to this i would greatly appreciate it. (being kinda new to rotaries and all)

Toadman

Patrick, you want to make this an FAQ sticky? It's worthy...

PatrickB

Yeah, probably a good idea. I need to actually split the faq into 2 parts now, as well. It's right at the 20,000 character limit. I'll get to it in the next day or two.

PatrickB

(I'd rather keep a single well-structured FAQ than just a collection of threads, for the record. It's not much work to distill the good info from this thread into one or two questions for the FAQ.)

Sputnik

Unfortunately, no. By the time they check to make absolutely sure that everything was done correctly, you're going to be paying them for the shop time that would probably have taken them to do the job anyway.

As long as you keep receipts for the service performed by someone other than the dealership, or the receipts for the parts that you've taken care of yourself, then you should be basically be covered as far as a warranty is concerned. Just make your own notations on the manual, if there is still a location for it.

---jps