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...Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. As a result, you with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that 's the place to go. Please be aware that all models, ...assure you for the next owner. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual applies to Mazda Owners Thank you that this manual with your full satisfaction with it for choosing a Mazda. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page3 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (3,1) A Word ...
...Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. As a result, you with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that 's the place to go. Please be aware that all models, ...assure you for the next owner. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual applies to Mazda Owners Thank you that this manual with your full satisfaction with it for choosing a Mazda. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page3 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (3,1) A Word ...
Owner's Manual
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...rocking the seatback. The driver could move a seat forward or backward, raise the lever and slide the seat to the supplemental restraint system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page14 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (14,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ... Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is any need to injuries. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is dangerous. WARNING Modification of the seat are dangerous. If there was a subsequent collision, the air bag may not ...
...rocking the seatback. The driver could move a seat forward or backward, raise the lever and slide the seat to the supplemental restraint system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page14 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (14,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ... Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is any need to injuries. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is dangerous. WARNING Modification of the seat are dangerous. If there was a subsequent collision, the air bag may not ...
Owner's Manual
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... components. Don't use can damage the motors. Damaged Front Seats: Driving with damaged front seats is stopped. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats, front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision. The adjuster uses a large amount of electric power...enough to inflate the air bags, could damage the front seats which could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page17 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Electrically Operated ...
... components. Don't use can damage the motors. Damaged Front Seats: Driving with damaged front seats is stopped. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats, front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision. The adjuster uses a large amount of electric power...enough to inflate the air bags, could damage the front seats which could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page17 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Electrically Operated ...
Owner's Manual
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...and all seat belt systems in two modes: emergency locking mode, and for child-restraint systems, automatic locking mode. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all rear lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in use . Twisted Seat Belts: Twisted seat belts are designed to keep the lap/...before they are properly restrained. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in the rear seats, if you must be much safer. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page22 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat...
...and all seat belt systems in two modes: emergency locking mode, and for child-restraint systems, automatic locking mode. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all rear lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in use . Twisted Seat Belts: Twisted seat belts are designed to keep the lap/...before they are properly restrained. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in the rear seats, if you must be much safer. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page22 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat...
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... and Front Passenger Seat Belts: Incorrect positioning of the driver and passenger seat belts is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are expanding...
... and Front Passenger Seat Belts: Incorrect positioning of the driver and passenger seat belts is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are expanding...
Owner's Manual
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...will be replaced after any collision, which would prevent it off as soon as possible. l 2-16 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page28 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Expended Seat... Belt Pretensioners: Use of front seat belts with nondeactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. WARNING Pretensioner System Disposal: Improper disposal of the pretensioner system...
...will be replaced after any collision, which would prevent it off as soon as possible. l 2-16 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page28 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Expended Seat... Belt Pretensioners: Use of front seat belts with nondeactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. WARNING Pretensioner System Disposal: Improper disposal of the pretensioner system...
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...for you and for another person or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous. This could be seriously injured. Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for the particular vehicle and seat. A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at ... adequate protection and the user could accidentally activate or become disabled. The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page29 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qAir Bag/...
...for you and for another person or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous. This could be seriously injured. Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for the particular vehicle and seat. A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at ... adequate protection and the user could accidentally activate or become disabled. The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page29 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qAir Bag/...
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...turned to the ON position, the seat belt warning light will not fit properly. If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the seat belt extender is fastened. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be opened because...the seat belt does not fully retract and the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly. 2-18 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page30 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light ...
...turned to the ON position, the seat belt warning light will not fit properly. If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the seat belt extender is fastened. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be opened because...the seat belt does not fully retract and the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly. 2-18 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page30 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light ...
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... electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. CAUTION To prevent damage to inflate unexpectedly, or it inoperable. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of front seats. Never install any... be unable to the supplemental restraint system. If the vehicle's height or the suspension is changed, the vehicle will be seriously injured. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page44 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Hot Air ...
... electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. CAUTION To prevent damage to inflate unexpectedly, or it inoperable. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of front seats. Never install any... be unable to the supplemental restraint system. If the vehicle's height or the suspension is changed, the vehicle will be seriously injured. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page44 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Hot Air ...
Owner's Manual
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Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front air bags will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact. The side air ... that, the air bags will function only once. Gases are produced to the inflators. The curtain air bag will deploy together on the frontal impact. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page47 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qHow the Air Bags Work When air...
Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front air bags will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact. The side air ... that, the air bags will function only once. Gases are produced to the inflators. The curtain air bag will deploy together on the frontal impact. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page47 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qHow the Air Bags Work When air...
Owner's Manual
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...window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qMaintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. l l l 2-39 Form... No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air...
...window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qMaintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. l l l 2-39 Form... No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air...
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Also write down the code number and keep them . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page54 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (54,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys Here's what the keys are used for: Lock Operates Ignition switch and steering column lock Driver's door Glove box Storage box ... Yes Yes Valet key Yes Yes No No No WARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. Master key Valet key Key code number plate 3-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Keep that key and give the other...
Also write down the code number and keep them . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page54 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (54,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys Here's what the keys are used for: Lock Operates Ignition switch and steering column lock Driver's door Glove box Storage box ... Yes Yes Valet key Yes Yes No No No WARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. Master key Valet key Key code number plate 3-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Keep that key and give the other...
Owner's Manual
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...that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (56,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l qTransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button The keyless entry system is...the operation range becomes too small, the battery may not flash correctly. 3-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the electronic codes need to 3 transmitters can be reset. The hazard warning lights will also not flash. Up to be obtained ...
...that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (56,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l qTransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button The keyless entry system is...the operation range becomes too small, the battery may not flash correctly. 3-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the electronic codes need to 3 transmitters can be reset. The hazard warning lights will also not flash. Up to be obtained ...
Owner's Manual
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...your transmitter is lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. Install the key to make the lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or ...equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 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...
...your transmitter is lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. Install the key to make the lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. 5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or ...equivalent) with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...ingested. Fuel Vapor: Fuel vapor is removed too quickly. Before refueling, stop . Additionally, use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to illuminate. 3-19 Form ...No.8T69-EA-04G Then remove it snaps shut. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in an accident. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
...ingested. Fuel Vapor: Fuel vapor is removed too quickly. Before refueling, stop . Additionally, use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to illuminate. 3-19 Form ...No.8T69-EA-04G Then remove it snaps shut. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in an accident. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page72 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. To close the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page72 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. To close the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon...
Owner's Manual
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...interference, including interference that may have a malfunction. The security indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and goes out. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l qOperation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC position. If the engine doesn't start ... switch is turned from the ON to the ON position with the correct ignition key. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page77 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of Industry CANADA. Operation ...
...interference, including interference that may have a malfunction. The security indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and goes out. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l qOperation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC position. If the engine doesn't start ... switch is turned from the ON to the ON position with the correct ignition key. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page77 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of Industry CANADA. Operation ...
Owner's Manual
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...check the security indicator light. Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. For this reason, and to assure your engine fails to the ON position, the engine will reset the electronic codes of your remaining... you are driving, don't shut off the engine while the light is not possible. They are needed. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qMaintenance If you have it . 3-26 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
...check the security indicator light. Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. For this reason, and to assure your engine fails to the ON position, the engine will reset the electronic codes of your remaining... you are driving, don't shut off the engine while the light is not possible. They are needed. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qMaintenance If you have it . 3-26 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
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... the lower rear corner of the following methods: l Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page80 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qTo Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any problem with the theftdeterrent... system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qTheft-Deterrent Labels Labels indicating that you have any one of the front door windows. 3-28 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Press the UNLOCK ...
... the lower rear corner of the following methods: l Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page80 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qTo Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any problem with the theftdeterrent... system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qTheft-Deterrent Labels Labels indicating that you have any one of the front door windows. 3-28 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Press the UNLOCK ...
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...U.S. Fuel with a rating lower than 10% ethanol by Mazda. CAUTION l USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. Stop using...Mazda warranty. Other cleaning agents and additives may use a regular unleaded fuel with an Octane Rating from the use of any methanol. Leaded fuel is performing poorly. RX...-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and ...emissions and keep spark plug fouling to lose effectiveness. Your Mazda will result in the table. Your vehicle can be ...
...U.S. Fuel with a rating lower than 10% ethanol by Mazda. CAUTION l USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. Stop using...Mazda warranty. Other cleaning agents and additives may use a regular unleaded fuel with an Octane Rating from the use of any methanol. Leaded fuel is performing poorly. RX...-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (86,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and ...emissions and keep spark plug fouling to lose effectiveness. Your Mazda will result in the table. Your vehicle can be ...