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Wheel Nut Torque for Mazda RX-7 SA/FB (1978–1983)

1978–1983 · Australian Market

The wheel nut torque for the Mazda RX-7 SA/FB (1978–1983) is 88–118 Nm, tightened in a star pattern with a calibrated torque wrench.

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Wheel Nut Torque

88–118Nm

OEM Range

21mm socket — Red

Socket Size

21mm

Bolt Pattern

4x110

Thread Size

M12 x 1.5

Professional DB
Confidence93%
Professional Database (Autodata/Mitchell)

Source

NJY professional OE torque chart (p.29) — RX 7 pre-1984: 88–118 Nm (65–87 ft-lbs)

Always verify with your vehicle's owner manual. Use a calibrated torque wrench. TorqSpec accepts no liability for damage or injury.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the wheel nut torque for the Mazda RX-7 SA/FB (1978–1983)?

The wheel nut torque for the Mazda RX-7 SA/FB is 88–118 Nm, shown in the torque specification card at the top of this page. Use a calibrated torque wrench set anywhere within this OEM range, following the star-pattern tightening sequence shown in the diagram further down this page.

What socket size do I need for Mazda RX-7 wheel nuts?

You'll need a 21mm socket, shown in the Socket Size card in the hardware specifications section of this page. The matching M12 x 1.5 thread and 4x110 stud pattern are displayed alongside it in the same grid.

What is the bolt pattern for the Mazda RX-7 SA/FB?

The Mazda RX-7 SA/FB uses a 4x110 bolt pattern (4 studs), shown in the Bolt Pattern card in the hardware specifications section of this page. The thread size is M12 x 1.5.

What is the correct wheel nut tightening sequence for the Mazda RX-7?

Tighten the wheel nuts in a star (cross) pattern — never sequentially around the wheel — so clamping force spreads evenly across the 4 studs. The exact tightening sequence for the 4-stud Mazda RX-7 wheel is shown in the diagram on this page. Torque in stages (snug, then half torque, then full torque) and re-check after 50–100 km.

4-Stud Wheel

Correct Tightening Pattern

START1234

Sequence: 1 → 3 → 2 → 4

= stud position on wheel
= order to tighten in