Owner's Manual
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... belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is dangerous. The seat belt will not... injured. A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. If any of an Extender: Using a seat...the seat belt properly. WARNING Unnecessary Use of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page29 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (...
... belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is dangerous. The seat belt will not... injured. A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. If any of an Extender: Using a seat...the seat belt properly. WARNING Unnecessary Use of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page29 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (...
Owner's Manual
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.... This begins when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is being driven. Collision from the front, but it goes out. 2-38 Form No...8T69-EA-04G If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle ...is cranked. qConstant Monitoring The following cases: l A diagnostic module continuously monitors the systems' readiness. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page50 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety ...
.... This begins when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is being driven. Collision from the front, but it goes out. 2-38 Form No...8T69-EA-04G If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle ...is cranked. qConstant Monitoring The following cases: l A diagnostic module continuously monitors the systems' readiness. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page50 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety ...
Owner's Manual
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...operated. Pull up on when the lid is open for a long period when the engine is secured. With the switch in the ON position, the remote trunk lid release can be operated. qTrunk Light The trunk light is on the trunk lid to prevent anyone from being discharged, do not leave the... trunk open and off when it locks securely. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Closing the trunk lid Grasp the inner ...
...operated. Pull up on when the lid is open for a long period when the engine is secured. With the switch in the ON position, the remote trunk lid release can be operated. qTrunk Light The trunk light is on the trunk lid to prevent anyone from being discharged, do not leave the... trunk open and off when it locks securely. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (66,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Closing the trunk lid Grasp the inner ...
Owner's Manual
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... neck. Additionally, use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Fuel can result in a serious malfunction of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may also cause the check engine light in fuel leak, which could be ignited... could result in serious burns or death in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is dangerous. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page71 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (71,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qClosing a Window Pull the latch inward and then push it backward until it ....
... neck. Additionally, use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Fuel can result in a serious malfunction of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may also cause the check engine light in fuel leak, which could be ignited... could result in serious burns or death in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is dangerous. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page71 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (71,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qClosing a Window Pull the latch inward and then push it backward until it ....
Owner's Manual
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... on when the cap isn't tightened securely. Open Close 3-20 Form No.8T69-EA-04G The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. To close the filler cap, turn it may illuminate on (even after you have tightened the ...cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it counterclockwise. 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 ...
... on when the cap isn't tightened securely. Open Close 3-20 Form No.8T69-EA-04G The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. To close the filler cap, turn it may illuminate on (even after you have tightened the ...cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it counterclockwise. 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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...light in the instrument panel flashes every 2 seconds until the system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may have a malfunction. If the engine...light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Operation is disarmed. 3-25 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Consult an Authorized Mazda...position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page77 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security ...
...light in the instrument panel flashes every 2 seconds until the system is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may have a malfunction. If the engine...light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may cause undesired operation of the FCC Rules. Operation is disarmed. 3-25 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Consult an Authorized Mazda...position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page77 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security ...
Owner's Manual
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... the remaining keys to the Authorized Mazda Dealer to the Authorized Mazda Dealer. They are needed. Bring all the existing keys to reset. If you are driving, don't shut off the engine while the light is turned to the ON position, the engine will reset the electronic codes of...with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to restart it. If you shut off the engine. l The keys carry a unique electronic code. Starting the vehicle with your remaining keys and immobilizer system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM...
... the remaining keys to the Authorized Mazda Dealer to the Authorized Mazda Dealer. They are needed. Bring all the existing keys to reset. If you are driving, don't shut off the engine while the light is turned to the ON position, the engine will reset the electronic codes of...with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to restart it. If you shut off the engine. l The keys carry a unique electronic code. Starting the vehicle with your remaining keys and immobilizer system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM...
Owner's Manual
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... to the ON position. Is everyone's seat belt fastened? l l l l l l NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be in your Mazda. 4-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G See Maintenance, Section 8. Look under the vehicle for any sign...light goes off. Inspect inflation pressures and condition of a leak. Check all doors closed and locked? Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be inspected. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page90 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (90,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine...
... to the ON position. Is everyone's seat belt fastened? l l l l l l NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be in your Mazda. 4-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G See Maintenance, Section 8. Look under the vehicle for any sign...light goes off. Inspect inflation pressures and condition of a leak. Check all doors closed and locked? Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be inspected. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page90 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (90,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine...
Owner's Manual
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... skid. Don't spin the wheels at high speed is equipped with the pedal by using a light up-down constantly. If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. If your...the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transmission failure, and tire damage. If you must rock the vehicle to free it ...change in tire speed could overheat and explode. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page92 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (92,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING...
... skid. Don't spin the wheels at high speed is equipped with the pedal by using a light up-down constantly. If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. If your...the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transmission failure, and tire damage. If you must rock the vehicle to free it ...change in tire speed could overheat and explode. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page92 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (92,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING...
Owner's Manual
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.... CAUTION Make sure water does not enter the vehicle interior or the engine area. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of your load by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to overload your vehicle. Dry the brakes by ...(or people) before putting them in a serious accident. Be careful not to normal. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page95 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (95,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes...
.... CAUTION Make sure water does not enter the vehicle interior or the engine area. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of your load by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to overload your vehicle. Dry the brakes by ...(or people) before putting them in a serious accident. Be careful not to normal. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page95 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (95,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes...
Owner's Manual
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...Engine ...5-3 Brake System ...5-4 Manual Transmission Operation ...5-8 Automatic Transmission Controls ...5-10 Power Steering ...5-16 Cruise Control ...5-17 Traction Control System (TCS) í ...5-21 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í ...5-22 Tire Pressure Monitoring System í ...5-25 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-30 Meters and Gauges ...5-30 Warning/Indicator Lights...55 5-56 5-56 í Some models. 5-1 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page97 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (97,1) 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls.
...Engine ...5-3 Brake System ...5-4 Manual Transmission Operation ...5-8 Automatic Transmission Controls ...5-10 Power Steering ...5-16 Cruise Control ...5-17 Traction Control System (TCS) í ...5-21 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í ...5-22 Tire Pressure Monitoring System í ...5-25 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-30 Meters and Gauges ...5-30 Warning/Indicator Lights...55 5-56 5-56 í Some models. 5-1 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page97 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (97,1) 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls.
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page99 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (99,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is controlled by the spark ignition system. NOTE Engine-starting is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to... position, the sound of the headlight leveling motors operating at a time) until you must restart the engine while the vehicle is turned to side. The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts. 2. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page99 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (99,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is controlled by the spark ignition system. NOTE Engine-starting is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to... position, the sound of the headlight leveling motors operating at a time) until you must restart the engine while the vehicle is turned to side. The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts. 2. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard...
Owner's Manual
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...the parking brake is dangerous. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible. 5-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G After adding fluid, check the light again. If the warning light remains on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the side of -way. ... fail at the same time (page 5-41). RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page102 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (102,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light Even if the light goes off, have a brake problem. When both lights on , or if the brakes do not operate...
...the parking brake is dangerous. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible. 5-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G After adding fluid, check the light again. If the warning light remains on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the side of -way. ... fail at the same time (page 5-41). RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page102 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (102,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light Even if the light goes off, have a brake problem. When both lights on , or if the brakes do not operate...
Owner's Manual
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...brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page104 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (104,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When the engine is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. then release it slowly.... This is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. Recharge the battery. Neutral ...
...brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page104 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (104,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When the engine is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. then release it slowly.... This is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. Recharge the battery. Neutral ...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the engine is off when the engine is inoperable, you don't attempt to steer for a minute, power steering will shift to the ON position and goes off or if the power steering system is started. qPower Steering Malfunction Indicator Light This indicator light illuminates when the... the brakes only occasionally to D or M1, depending on load weight and grade steepness. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page112 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (112,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDriving Tips Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep ...
.... If the engine is off when the engine is inoperable, you don't attempt to steer for a minute, power steering will shift to the ON position and goes off or if the power steering system is started. qPower Steering Malfunction Indicator Light This indicator light illuminates when the... the brakes only occasionally to D or M1, depending on load weight and grade steepness. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page112 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (112,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDriving Tips Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep ...
Owner's Manual
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...So don't rely on for safe driving. This indicates that the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page118 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (118,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch (page 5-24...position. Take your vehicle to ABS (page 5-7) and TCS (page 5-21). qTCS/DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on the dynamic stability control as fresh snow, it will come from the engine. Form No.8T69-EA-04G You can still have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly....
...So don't rely on for safe driving. This indicates that the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page118 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (118,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch (page 5-24...position. Take your vehicle to ABS (page 5-7) and TCS (page 5-21). qTCS/DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on the dynamic stability control as fresh snow, it will come from the engine. Form No.8T69-EA-04G You can still have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly....
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...trouble. If the TCS/ DSC system becomes inoperative, the TCS/DSC and the DSC OFF indicator lights illuminate simultaneously. If tire pressure is too low or too high in the vehicle. In this... send tire pressure data by the warning beep sound. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may become inoperative due to free the vehicle when it is... or more , the TCS/DSC system may be difficult. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page121 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (121,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l When DSC is on and you...
...trouble. If the TCS/ DSC system becomes inoperative, the TCS/DSC and the DSC OFF indicator lights illuminate simultaneously. If tire pressure is too low or too high in the vehicle. In this... send tire pressure data by the warning beep sound. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may become inoperative due to free the vehicle when it is... or more , the TCS/DSC system may be difficult. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page121 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (121,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l When DSC is on and you...
Owner's Manual
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...8T69-EA-04G If the needle still doesn't move after starting the engine, follow steps 1 through 3. Mazda recommends checking the oil level at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of oil injected to its structural design. It ...engine damage. Start the engine. 3. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page130 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qFuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is low. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light...
...8T69-EA-04G If the needle still doesn't move after starting the engine, follow steps 1 through 3. Mazda recommends checking the oil level at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of oil injected to its structural design. It ...engine damage. Start the engine. 3. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page130 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qFuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is low. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page132 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (132,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Brake System Warning Light Page 5-38 Charging System Warning Light 5-39 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-39 Engine Coolant Level Warning Light 5-40...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page132 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (132,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Brake System Warning Light Page 5-38 Charging System Warning Light 5-39 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-39 Engine Coolant Level Warning Light 5-40...
Owner's Manual
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... very low or approaching empty. The emission control system has a problem. If the light remains illuminated even after you add engine coolant, have a problem. It could result in the combustion cycle. Check the light. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of the engine depends on or flashes continuously, do not drive at every second fuel filling...
... very low or approaching empty. The emission control system has a problem. If the light remains illuminated even after you add engine coolant, have a problem. It could result in the combustion cycle. Check the light. The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of the engine depends on or flashes continuously, do not drive at every second fuel filling...