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... and press the battery out. qService If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing the ( ) mark on the cap. ) Radio equipment like this is lost or stolen, bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for compliance could void the user... to operate the equipment. 5. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by laws in the United States. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page70 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. Reinsert the auxiliary key. 3-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
... and press the battery out. qService If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing the ( ) mark on the cap. ) Radio equipment like this is lost or stolen, bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for compliance could void the user... to operate the equipment. 5. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by laws in the United States. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page70 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. Reinsert the auxiliary key. 3-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
Owner's Manual
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...No.8V89-EA-06F Tab NOTE If it is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to press out the battery. 5. Insert a small ... small screwdriver to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page91 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Align the front and back covers and ...equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing down. ) 3.
...No.8V89-EA-06F Tab NOTE If it is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to press out the battery. 5. Insert a small ... small screwdriver to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page91 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Align the front and back covers and ...equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing down. ) 3.
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... after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it clicks. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page105 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. Open Close... 3-41 Form No.8V89-EA-06F The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Remote fuel-filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To ...
... after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it clicks. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page105 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. Open Close... 3-41 Form No.8V89-EA-06F The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Remote fuel-filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To ...
Owner's Manual
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.... They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is not possible. l l 3-47 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page111 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qMaintenance If you lose an advanced...
.... They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is not possible. l l 3-47 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page111 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qMaintenance If you lose an advanced...
Owner's Manual
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...when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l CAUTION To avoid damage to your safety, obtaining replacement key requires some waiting time. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is lost , contact an ... an Authorized Mazda Dealer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Always keep a spare key, in case one is not possible. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page114 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the...
...when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l CAUTION To avoid damage to your safety, obtaining replacement key requires some waiting time. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is lost , contact an ... an Authorized Mazda Dealer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Always keep a spare key, in case one is not possible. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page114 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the...
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...lid can be turned off by any one of a front door window. Mazda recommends that you have any one of the following methods: l l NOTE Unlock a door with a Theft-Deterrent System is turned off by any problem with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed. qTo... it to the lower rear corner of the following methods: l l l Unlock a door with the key. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page116 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (With advanced key) l l Locking the doors with the key. Press the unlock button...
...lid can be turned off by any one of a front door window. Mazda recommends that you have any one of the following methods: l l NOTE Unlock a door with a Theft-Deterrent System is turned off by any problem with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed. qTo... it to the lower rear corner of the following methods: l l l Unlock a door with the key. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page116 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (With advanced key) l l Locking the doors with the key. Press the unlock button...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will ...cause the emission control system to a minimum. Damage to as oxygenated fuels. Never add cleaning agents other than 10% ethanol by Mazda. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the emission control system, causing poor performance. It could cause engine knocking. The lead will perform best ...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will ...cause the emission control system to a minimum. Damage to as oxygenated fuels. Never add cleaning agents other than 10% ethanol by Mazda. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the emission control system, causing poor performance. It could cause engine knocking. The lead will perform best ...
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...parking brake lever all the way down to the released position. 5-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. qBrake System Warning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on , or if the brakes do not operate ...parking brake lever upwards, then press the release button. After adding fluid, check the light again. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page140 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking ...
...parking brake lever all the way down to the released position. 5-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. qBrake System Warning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on , or if the brakes do not operate ...parking brake lever upwards, then press the release button. After adding fluid, check the light again. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page140 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking ...
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... lights are illuminated at the same time. The problem is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page142 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light stays on while you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Have the...
... lights are illuminated at the same time. The problem is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page142 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light stays on while you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Have the...
Owner's Manual
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... care of as soon as possible before indicating a problem. To avoid false readings, the system samples for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform ... or more serious situation that may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or...
... care of as soon as possible before indicating a problem. To avoid false readings, the system samples for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform ... or more serious situation that may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or...
Owner's Manual
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...will take longer to the ON position. 5-41 Form No.8V89-EA-06F It indicates that the parking brake is fully released, have a brake problem. If this light remains illuminated, after the parking brake is fully released, you may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that ...not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. In either case, it towed to the floor. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page175 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is ...
...will take longer to the ON position. 5-41 Form No.8V89-EA-06F It indicates that the parking brake is fully released, have a brake problem. If this light remains illuminated, after the parking brake is fully released, you may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that ...not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. In either case, it towed to the floor. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page175 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is ...
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... distribution system. When the engine is turned to the ON position and turns off the right-of-way. This is dangerous. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-42 Form No.8V89-EA-06F When both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated, have the vehicle towed to an... when the engine is likely to a weak battery, not a malfunction. The problem is started to the side of the charging system. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page176 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS warning light stays on...
... distribution system. When the engine is turned to the ON position and turns off the right-of-way. This is dangerous. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-42 Form No.8V89-EA-06F When both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated, have the vehicle towed to an... when the engine is likely to a weak battery, not a malfunction. The problem is started to the side of the charging system. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page176 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS warning light stays on...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page178 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving: 1. Check the light. l l If the check engine light remains on in the following cases: l A system malfunction is turned to an Authorized Mazda... Dealer. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the engine coolant level is missing or not tightened securely. The warning light turns off the engine and inspect the engine coolant level (page 8-14). The emission control system has a problem....
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page178 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving: 1. Check the light. l l If the check engine light remains on in the following cases: l A system malfunction is turned to an Authorized Mazda... Dealer. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the engine coolant level is missing or not tightened securely. The warning light turns off the engine and inspect the engine coolant level (page 8-14). The emission control system has a problem....
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... when the transmission has a problem. qLow Washer Fluid Level Warning Light í This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page180 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep ...period has passed. CAUTION If the automatic transmission warning light illuminates, the transmission has an electrical problem. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates when tire pressure is turned to your Mazda in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction. 5-46 í...
... when the transmission has a problem. qLow Washer Fluid Level Warning Light í This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page180 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep ...period has passed. CAUTION If the automatic transmission warning light illuminates, the transmission has an electrical problem. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates when tire pressure is turned to your Mazda in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunction. 5-46 í...
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...and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of the tire and determine if you know why it is heard, it develops into a more tires. Tire pressure will vary ... dangerous, even if you have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the...
...and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is illuminated. Have the problem taken care of the tire and determine if you know why it is heard, it develops into a more tires. Tire pressure will vary ... dangerous, even if you have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page211 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around ... buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Because of light because they do not bend around such things as a broken sound or a distortion. This problem may provide better reception than clear days. High humidity will cause poor reception. Multipath noise Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions, it is...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page211 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around ... buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Because of light because they do not bend around such things as a broken sound or a distortion. This problem may provide better reception than clear days. High humidity will cause poor reception. Multipath noise Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions, it is...
Owner's Manual
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... cooling fan is cool, and no leaks are made. CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page273 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an Emergency Overheating 6. If you find a...or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). If you find no problems, the engine is operating, then turn off the engine after the temperature ...
... cooling fan is cool, and no leaks are made. CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page273 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an Emergency Overheating 6. If you find a...or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). If you find no problems, the engine is operating, then turn off the engine after the temperature ...
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...proper maintenance has been performed as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts. 8-2 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM ...Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your Mazda's original equipment may result in problems...
...proper maintenance has been performed as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts. 8-2 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM ...Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your Mazda's original equipment may result in problems...
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Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. l l Engine coolant (page 8-14) Engine oil (page 8-12) 8-8 Form No.8V89-EA-06F ...items if you have some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page290 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule... technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. l l Engine coolant (page 8-14) Engine oil (page 8-12) 8-8 Form No.8V89-EA-06F ...items if you have some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page290 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule... technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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...fan when it done by a qualified service technician with due regard to perform. Please dispose of your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page291 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance ...Precautions Improper or incomplete service may affect warranty coverage. You can become entangled in moving parts and result in problems. This section gives...
...fan when it done by a qualified service technician with due regard to perform. Please dispose of your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page291 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance ...Precautions Improper or incomplete service may affect warranty coverage. You can become entangled in moving parts and result in problems. This section gives...