Owner's Manual
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... this happen". WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your Mazda. Your owner's manual, when read from your manual, you get the most driving pleasure from cover to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of...result if the warning is the Index, an alphabetical listing of your manual. Please refer to start is ignored. Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page4 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (4,1) How to Use This Manual We want to help you can ...
... this happen". WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your Mazda. Your owner's manual, when read from your manual, you get the most driving pleasure from cover to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of...result if the warning is the Index, an alphabetical listing of your manual. Please refer to start is ignored. Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page4 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (4,1) How to Use This Manual We want to help you can ...
Owner's Manual
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... rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbacks. In an accident the object could be cut open spewing exhaust. Never use seat covers on the front seats. Furthermore, the bag could interfere with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to work by sitting in the... front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous. Always keep the front air bag modules free of objects. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page43 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with the...
... rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbacks. In an accident the object could be cut open spewing exhaust. Never use seat covers on the front seats. Furthermore, the bag could interfere with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to work by sitting in the... front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous. Always keep the front air bag modules free of objects. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page43 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with the...
Owner's Manual
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...sell your Mazda, we urge you to cause injury, however, the texture of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is likely to tell the new owner of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with ...clothing through friction. l 2-33 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page45 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE l ...
...sell your Mazda, we urge you to cause injury, however, the texture of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is likely to tell the new owner of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with ...clothing through friction. l 2-33 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page45 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE l ...
Owner's Manual
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...new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page59 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (59,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Press the portion of the battery indicated by the party ...responsible for a replacement and to the transmitter. 3-7 Form No.8T69-EA-04G A CAUTION 4. Align the front and back covers...
...new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page59 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (59,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Press the portion of the battery indicated by the party ...responsible for a replacement and to the transmitter. 3-7 Form No.8T69-EA-04G A CAUTION 4. Align the front and back covers...
Owner's Manual
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... 87 octane (91 RON) could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage. The common gasoline blend that octane ratings be covered by Mazda. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from 87 to 90 (91 to the catalytic converter or the oxygen sensor. Gasoline or ...gasohol containing methanol. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with your vehicle is performing poorly. This...
... 87 octane (91 RON) could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage. The common gasoline blend that octane ratings be covered by Mazda. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from 87 to 90 (91 to the catalytic converter or the oxygen sensor. Gasoline or ...gasohol containing methanol. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with your vehicle is performing poorly. This...
Owner's Manual
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... months. Your vehicle's handling could be used on snow and ice covered roads, you may not function correctly when using studded tires. l If your vehicle is dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to be greatly affected and result in freezing weather as the parking... l l l qSnow Tires WARNING Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in the radiator. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page93 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (93,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving l CAUTION Check local regulations before using tires with snow tires. NOTE...
... months. Your vehicle's handling could be used on snow and ice covered roads, you may not function correctly when using studded tires. l If your vehicle is dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to be greatly affected and result in freezing weather as the parking... l l l qSnow Tires WARNING Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in the radiator. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page93 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (93,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving l CAUTION Check local regulations before using tires with snow tires. NOTE...
Owner's Manual
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...wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to spin and lose traction. This means that on snow and/or ice-covered roads is off when the ignition is dangerous. TCS and Snow and Ice: Driving without proper traction devices on a slick surface,...following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of traction. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l Press the CANCEL button. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at reduced speeds ...
...wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to spin and lose traction. This means that on snow and/or ice-covered roads is off when the ignition is dangerous. TCS and Snow and Ice: Driving without proper traction devices on a slick surface,...following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of traction. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (117,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l Press the CANCEL button. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at reduced speeds ...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page195 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (195,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you open the cover. About 15 seconds after the key is turned to the side. About 15 seconds after all doors closed . l The light also turns off when: The ...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page195 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (195,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you open the cover. About 15 seconds after the key is turned to the side. About 15 seconds after all doors closed . l The light also turns off when: The ...
Owner's Manual
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.... 6-44 Form No.8T69-EA-04G To operate the climate control system, refer to "Audio System" (page 6-10). 2. When ready for use, it . Open the cover. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page200 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (200,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClimate Control Display The climate control system status is...
.... 6-44 Form No.8T69-EA-04G To operate the climate control system, refer to "Audio System" (page 6-10). 2. When ready for use, it . Open the cover. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page200 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (200,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClimate Control Display The climate control system status is...
Owner's Manual
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... socket for trash. Don't use , open the cover and pull up the ashtray. 6-45 Form No.8T69-EA-04G If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it or cause electrical failure. They may burn yourself. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page201 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:...12 PM Black plate (201,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Don't use the ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. CAUTION l...
... socket for trash. Don't use , open the cover and pull up the ashtray. 6-45 Form No.8T69-EA-04G If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it or cause electrical failure. They may burn yourself. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page201 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:...12 PM Black plate (201,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Don't use the ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. CAUTION l...
Owner's Manual
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Close the cover when the accessory socket is in the center console. The accessory socket is not in the ACC or ON position. l l l 6-50 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page206 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (206,1) Interior Comfort Interior ...Equipment Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V,...
Close the cover when the accessory socket is in the center console. The accessory socket is not in the ACC or ON position. l l l 6-50 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page206 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (206,1) Interior Comfort Interior ...Equipment Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V,...
Owner's Manual
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...minutes. If the booster battery is grounded. 5. Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the discharged battery (1). Remove the engine cover. 4. l 2. Discharged battery Booster battery 7. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in ...another vehicle, don't allow the vehicles to touch. Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover. Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in the illustration. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page229 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (229,1) In Case of...
...minutes. If the booster battery is grounded. 5. Connect the other end to the positive terminal on the discharged battery (1). Remove the engine cover. 4. l 2. Discharged battery Booster battery 7. Start the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in ...another vehicle, don't allow the vehicles to touch. Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover. Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in the illustration. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page229 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (229,1) In Case of...
Owner's Manual
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...push-start it . It can 't start it is securely installed. Towing a Vehicle to Start It: Towing a vehicle to start a vehicle that the engine cover is dangerous. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described in Step 6. The vehicle being towed could be injured. You can damage... the emission control system. 7-24 Form No.8T69-EA-04G NOTE Push-Starting WARNING Verify that has a manual transmission. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page230 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (230,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 8.
...push-start it . It can 't start it is securely installed. Towing a Vehicle to Start It: Towing a vehicle to start a vehicle that the engine cover is dangerous. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described in Step 6. The vehicle being towed could be injured. You can damage... the emission control system. 7-24 Form No.8T69-EA-04G NOTE Push-Starting WARNING Verify that has a manual transmission. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page230 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (230,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 8.
Owner's Manual
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... following: Oil capacity L (US qt, Imp qt) 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) 8-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Remove the engine cover. (ILSAC) The quality designation SL, or ILSAC must be on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to F. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page247 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (247,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance...
... following: Oil capacity L (US qt, Imp qt) 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) 8-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Remove the engine cover. (ILSAC) The quality designation SL, or ILSAC must be on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to F. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page247 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (247,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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...dealer or a service station for leaks. 8. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. Loosen Tighten Forward Drain Plug 7. Verify that the engine cover is dangerous. WARNING Handling Used Engine Oil: Continuous contact with soap and water immediately after the oil has thoroughly drained. 5. Warm up .... Securely reinstall the oil-filler cap. Fill the engine with new oil to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). It could be seriously burned. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page248 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (248,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE 1. Don't check...
...dealer or a service station for leaks. 8. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. Loosen Tighten Forward Drain Plug 7. Verify that the engine cover is dangerous. WARNING Handling Used Engine Oil: Continuous contact with soap and water immediately after the oil has thoroughly drained. 5. Warm up .... Securely reinstall the oil-filler cap. Fill the engine with new oil to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). It could be seriously burned. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page248 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (248,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE 1. Don't check...
Owner's Manual
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...or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured. Don't remove... are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page249 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (249,1) Maintenance and... Care Owner Maintenance Check the oil level and fill to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do not open it is running is dangerous. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the...
...or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured. Don't remove... are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page249 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (249,1) Maintenance and... Care Owner Maintenance Check the oil level and fill to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do not open it is running is dangerous. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page254 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (254,1) Maintenance and Care... brake pedal is at high speeds or in city traffic in a well lit area for 30 minutes. Remove the engine cover. If outside temperature is lower than about 20°C (70°F), the level must be between Full and Low. ...the level must be between Full and Low. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. Fully insert the dipstick. When adding fluid, inspect with the dipstick to cool for an accurate reading...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page254 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (254,1) Maintenance and Care... brake pedal is at high speeds or in city traffic in a well lit area for 30 minutes. Remove the engine cover. If outside temperature is lower than about 20°C (70°F), the level must be between Full and Low. ...the level must be between Full and Low. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. Fully insert the dipstick. When adding fluid, inspect with the dipstick to cool for an accurate reading...
Owner's Manual
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...replace the filter. 7. Install in the reverse order of either the windshield or the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent; Replace them . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page257 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (257,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. If the blades are probably ...are not wiping properly, clean the window and blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness. After installing the air filter cover, make sure the electrical connector is securely connected. 8-23 Form No.8T69-EA-04G l 4. Unfasten the clamps. Lift off the air...
...replace the filter. 7. Install in the reverse order of either the windshield or the blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent; Replace them . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page257 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (257,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. If the blades are probably ...are not wiping properly, clean the window and blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness. After installing the air filter cover, make sure the electrical connector is securely connected. 8-23 Form No.8T69-EA-04G l 4. Unfasten the clamps. Lift off the air...
Owner's Manual
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...Related Explosion: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Engine cover Battery cover To get the best service from open battery cells. Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells...allow the positive ( ) terminal to contact the positive ( ) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery. Keep the top clean and dry. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page261 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (261,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and ...
...Related Explosion: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Engine cover Battery cover To get the best service from open battery cells. Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells...allow the positive ( ) terminal to contact the positive ( ) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery. Keep the top clean and dry. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page261 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (261,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and ...
Owner's Manual
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... removal. 8-35 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the sealing cover by gently pulling it straight back. 6. Replace the bulb. 7. NOTE Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the ... the reverse order of the socket. 2. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. 3. The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 4. Disconnect the bulb from the bulb. 3. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page269 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (269,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance High-beam ...
... removal. 8-35 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the sealing cover by gently pulling it straight back. 6. Replace the bulb. 7. NOTE Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the ... the reverse order of the socket. 2. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. 3. The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 4. Disconnect the bulb from the bulb. 3. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page269 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (269,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance High-beam ...