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... is in the transmitter as it could occur if it is not installed correctly. • When replacing the battery, be careful not to get oil on the alarm, which allows you to the following : • The horn sounds intermittently. • The hazard warning lights flash. J60E_8R65-EA...-03C_Edition2.book Page 5 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk button To open or closed. Turning on the transmitter or insert the key into fire and/or water. • Never deform...
... is in the transmitter as it could occur if it is not installed correctly. • When replacing the battery, be careful not to get oil on the alarm, which allows you to the following : • The horn sounds intermittently. • The hazard warning lights flash. J60E_8R65-EA...-03C_Edition2.book Page 5 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk button To open or closed. Turning on the transmitter or insert the key into fire and/or water. • Never deform...
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...-EA-03C Slide the hood latch to unlock the hood. 3. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 18 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood 2. Clip Release handle Support rod M Closing the Hood 1. Use the support rod to make certain all loose items (e.g. tools..., oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Close the hood so that it could result in a serious accident. Secure the rod in place and all ...
...-EA-03C Slide the hood latch to unlock the hood. 3. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 18 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood 2. Clip Release handle Support rod M Closing the Hood 1. Use the support rod to make certain all loose items (e.g. tools..., oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Close the hood so that it could result in a serious accident. Secure the rod in place and all ...
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... leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/ clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page... 6 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, ...
... leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/ clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page... 6 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, ...
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...on wet and dry roads. Your vehicle is dangerous. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 9 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving • Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small... bag of antifreeze in freezing weather as the parking brake may freeze. Cold reduces battery capacity. • Use only cold-weather engine oil (page 8-9). • Inspect the ignition system for damage and loose connections. • Use washer fluid made with an automatic transmission and ...
...on wet and dry roads. Your vehicle is dangerous. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 9 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving • Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small... bag of antifreeze in freezing weather as the parking brake may freeze. Cold reduces battery capacity. • Use only cold-weather engine oil (page 8-9). • Inspect the ignition system for damage and loose connections. • Use washer fluid made with an automatic transmission and ...
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J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 29 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Speedometer ...5-30 Speed Unit Selector ...5-30 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector...5-30 Tachometer ...5-31 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...5-32 Fuel Gauge...5-33 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge...5-33 5-29 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 29 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Speedometer ...5-30 Speed Unit Selector ...5-30 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector...5-30 Tachometer ...5-31 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge...5-32 Fuel Gauge...5-33 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge...5-33 5-29 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
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... engine if the oil pressure is best to the side of the engine oil level. It could result in the range between L and H with an engine oil level warning light and an engine oil pressure gauge, it 's low, add oil. 2. NOTE M Engine Oil Pressure Gauge The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection... of the road and park off the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-10). Inspect the level when...
... engine if the oil pressure is best to the side of the engine oil level. It could result in the range between L and H with an engine oil level warning light and an engine oil pressure gauge, it 's low, add oil. 2. NOTE M Engine Oil Pressure Gauge The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection... of the road and park off the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-10). Inspect the level when...
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J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 35 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Brake System Warning Light Page 5-37 Charging System Warning Light 5-38 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-38 Engine Coolant Level Warning Light 5-39 Check Engine Light 5-39 ABS Warning Light 5-40 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-40 5-35 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 35 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Brake System Warning Light Page 5-37 Charging System Warning Light 5-38 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-38 Engine Coolant Level Warning Light 5-39 Check Engine Light 5-39 ABS Warning Light 5-40 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-40 5-35 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
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... inspected as soon as possible. If the warning light comes on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ON position and goes off the right-of-way. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the oil level is illuminated. 5-38 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C It could lock more quickly in... a malfunction of the alternator or of -way. 2. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 38 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps M Engine Oil Level Warning Light WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time: Driving when the brake system warning...
... inspected as soon as possible. If the warning light comes on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ON position and goes off the right-of-way. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the oil level is illuminated. 5-38 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C It could lock more quickly in... a malfunction of the alternator or of -way. 2. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 38 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps M Engine Oil Level Warning Light WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake Warning Light on at the Same Time: Driving when the brake system warning...
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...run the engine if the engine coolant level is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection of -way. 2. It is low. If the check engine light remains on in extensive engine damage. The ...compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in the range between full and low by checking the oil dipstick regularly. Turn off the right-of the engine oil ...
...run the engine if the engine coolant level is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection of -way. 2. It is low. If the check engine light remains on in extensive engine damage. The ...compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in the range between full and low by checking the oil dipstick regularly. Turn off the right-of the engine oil ...
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... nut. 2. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. WARNING Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to come off , resulting in an accident. Make sure the mounting surfaces of the key, apply pressure, and turn... the tire to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque. M Mounting the Tire 1. Do not apply oil or grease to come off , resulting in an accident. tighten them by hand. The lug nuts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Place...
... nut. 2. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. WARNING Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to come off , resulting in an accident. Make sure the mounting surfaces of the key, apply pressure, and turn... the tire to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque. M Mounting the Tire 1. Do not apply oil or grease to come off , resulting in an accident. tighten them by hand. The lug nuts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Place...
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...Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Owner Maintenance ...8-6 Owner Maintenance Schedule ...8-6 Owner Maintenance Precautions ...8-7 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-8 Engine Oil ...8-9 Engine Coolant ...8-12 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-14 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ...8-15 Washer Fluid ...8-17 Body Lubrication ...8-... Wiper Blades ...8-19 Battery ...8-21 Tires ...8-23 Light Bulbs ...8-27 Fuses ...8-33 Appearance Care ...8-39 How to keep your Mazda in top condition. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 1 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM 8 Maintenance and Care How to...
...Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Owner Maintenance ...8-6 Owner Maintenance Schedule ...8-6 Owner Maintenance Precautions ...8-7 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-8 Engine Oil ...8-9 Engine Coolant ...8-12 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-14 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ...8-15 Washer Fluid ...8-17 Body Lubrication ...8-... Wiper Blades ...8-19 Battery ...8-21 Tires ...8-23 Light Bulbs ...8-27 Fuses ...8-33 Appearance Care ...8-39 How to keep your Mazda in top condition. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 1 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM 8 Maintenance and Care How to...
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... CHASSIS & BODY Brake line, hoses and connection Disk brakes Steering operation and linkages Front and rear suspension and ball joints Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil Driveshaft dust boots Bolts and nut on seats Exhaust system heat shields All locks and hinges Flat tire repair kit*2 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM ... will not void your emissions warranties. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date. 8-4 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C However, Mazda recommends that , every 24 months I I I I I I L L I I I L L L L Inspect every year L I I I I R R I I I ...
... CHASSIS & BODY Brake line, hoses and connection Disk brakes Steering operation and linkages Front and rear suspension and ball joints Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil Driveshaft dust boots Bolts and nut on seats Exhaust system heat shields All locks and hinges Flat tire repair kit*2 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM ... will not void your emissions warranties. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date. 8-4 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C However, Mazda recommends that , every 24 months I I I I I I L L I I I L L L L Inspect every year L I I I I R R I I I ...
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...perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date. However, Mazda recommends that , every 24 months Replace every 160,000km (100,000miles) I I R C C R C Puerto Rico Others R R Replace every... R R R R R R I I R L C Maintenance Interval (Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first) ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR CLEANER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine...
...perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date. However, Mazda recommends that , every 24 months Replace every 160,000km (100,000miles) I I R C C R C Puerto Rico Others R R Replace every... R R R R R R I I R L C Maintenance Interval (Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first) ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR CLEANER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine...
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... • Brake and clutch fluid level (page 8-14) • Engine coolant level (page 8-12) • Engine oil level (page 8-10) • Washer fluid level (page 8-17) M At Least Monthly • Tire inflation pressures ... the directions in this manual. • Air filter (page 8-18) • Engine coolant (page 8-12) • Engine oil (page 8-10) 8-6 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book... at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
... • Brake and clutch fluid level (page 8-14) • Engine coolant level (page 8-12) • Engine oil level (page 8-10) • Washer fluid level (page 8-17) M At Least Monthly • Tire inflation pressures ... the directions in this manual. • Air filter (page 8-18) • Engine coolant (page 8-12) • Engine oil (page 8-10) 8-6 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book... at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
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...are easy to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Please dispose of your waste properly and with the vehicle. Running the Engine: Working under the hood, make sure the fan is not running is dangerous. It becomes even more dangerous when you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your ... coverage. NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on unexpectedly. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with due regard to off the ignition switch and make certain that you wear jewelry or loose clothing. You can be...
...are easy to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Please dispose of your waste properly and with the vehicle. Running the Engine: Working under the hood, make sure the fan is not running is dangerous. It becomes even more dangerous when you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your ... coverage. NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on unexpectedly. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with due regard to off the ignition switch and make certain that you wear jewelry or loose clothing. You can be...
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J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 8 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transmission) Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Battery Fuse block (near battery) Fuse block (next to air filter) Air filter 8-8 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 8 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transmission) Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Battery Fuse block (near battery) Fuse block (next to air filter) Air filter 8-8 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C
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... to its structural design. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 9 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. (ILSAC) The quality designation SL or ILSAC must be on fuel economy and cold-weather ...
... to its structural design. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 9 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE The Mazda RX-8 requires regular inspection of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. (ILSAC) The quality designation SL or ILSAC must be on fuel economy and cold-weather ...
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... (US qt, Imp qt) 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) 8-10 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Turn it 's near or below L, add enough oil to bring the level to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). M Changing Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to F. Pull it fully. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it out... again and examine the level. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. CAUTION Don't add engine oil over F. Ask your dealer or a service station for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. 08.fm Page 10 Friday, July 4, 2003 11:45 AM Maintenance ...
... (US qt, Imp qt) 1.7 (1.8, 1.5) 8-10 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Turn it 's near or below L, add enough oil to bring the level to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). M Changing Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to F. Pull it fully. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it out... again and examine the level. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. CAUTION Don't add engine oil over F. Ask your dealer or a service station for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. 08.fm Page 10 Friday, July 4, 2003 11:45 AM Maintenance ...
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... engine cover. Check the oil level and fill to Specifications section for capacities.) NOTE 2. Oil capacity (General reference only, refer to the F mark if necessary. Warm up the engine for the oil to return to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work.... Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. 4. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with new oil to the F mark on the...
... engine cover. Check the oil level and fill to Specifications section for capacities.) NOTE 2. Oil capacity (General reference only, refer to the F mark if necessary. Warm up the engine for the oil to return to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work.... Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. 4. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with new oil to the F mark on the...
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... result in very dusty or sandy areas, replace the filter more often than recommended intervals. 1. This air filter may be lubricated each time the engine oil is very dirty, simply shake it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on locks during cold weather...
... result in very dusty or sandy areas, replace the filter more often than recommended intervals. 1. This air filter may be lubricated each time the engine oil is very dirty, simply shake it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on locks during cold weather...