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...-on what to keep your Mazda. Index Navigation System Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page5 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Essential Safety Equipment...
...-on what to keep your Mazda. Index Navigation System Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page5 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Essential Safety Equipment...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page7 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ...1-2 Exterior Overview ...1-4 1-1 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page7 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ...1-2 Exterior Overview ...1-4 1-1 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page8 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade. 1-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page8 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade. 1-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Rear seat ...page 2-8 Front seats ...page 2-2 Seat belt ...page 2-10 Air bags ...page 2-29 Power door lock switch ...page 3-9 Power ... washer lever ...page 5-52 Hazard warning flasher switch ...page 5-56 Climate control system ...page 6-2 Audio system ...page 6-10 Audio control switch ...page 6-36 Interior light ...page 6-39 Map light ...page 6-40 Glove box ...page 6-47 Center console ...page 6-48 Sunvisor ...page 6-39 Vanity mirror ...page 6-39 Lighter...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Rear seat ...page 2-8 Front seats ...page 2-2 Seat belt ...page 2-10 Air bags ...page 2-29 Power door lock switch ...page 3-9 Power ... washer lever ...page 5-52 Hazard warning flasher switch ...page 5-56 Climate control system ...page 6-2 Audio system ...page 6-10 Audio control switch ...page 6-36 Interior light ...page 6-39 Map light ...page 6-40 Glove box ...page 6-47 Center console ...page 6-48 Sunvisor ...page 6-39 Vanity mirror ...page 6-39 Lighter...
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...are followed, injury can be extremely dangerous. The air bag system warning light remains illuminated. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety...would not inflate the air bags. The system may not work in it can result. Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as possible. This could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. ...vehicle to the ON position. Never tamper with the systems is turned to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: l The air bag system warning light flashes. An air...
...are followed, injury can be extremely dangerous. The air bag system warning light remains illuminated. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety...would not inflate the air bags. The system may not work in it can result. Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as possible. This could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. ...vehicle to the ON position. Never tamper with the systems is turned to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: l The air bag system warning light flashes. An air...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page88 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (88,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine. 4-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates after turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard from inside and outside of the cabin interior, however this does not indicate an abnormality.
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page88 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (88,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine. 4-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates after turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard from inside and outside of the cabin interior, however this does not indicate an abnormality.
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... your vehicle. CAUTION Make sure water does not enter the vehicle interior or the engine area. You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. 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...
... your vehicle. CAUTION Make sure water does not enter the vehicle interior or the engine area. You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. 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...
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... Tips for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page157 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (157,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for Audio System ...Audio Set ...Audio... Control Switch Operation ...Safety Certification ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory ...
... Tips for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page157 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (157,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for Audio System ...Audio Set ...Audio... Control Switch Operation ...Safety Certification ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory ...
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...the windows. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in humid weather. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page158 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (158,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the climate ...warm air escape, then run the climate control system. qReplacement of the cabin air filter. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. Lack of the interior. 6-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G The air conditioner is not running . qCheck the Refrigerant before the ...
...the windows. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in humid weather. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page158 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (158,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the climate ...warm air escape, then run the climate control system. qReplacement of the cabin air filter. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. Lack of the interior. 6-2 Form No.8T69-EA-04G The air conditioner is not running . qCheck the Refrigerant before the ...
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Knob NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of airflow, move the adjustment knob. Center Vents To adjust the direction of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page159 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (159,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right.
Knob NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of airflow, move the adjustment knob. Center Vents To adjust the direction of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page159 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (159,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right.
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page160 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (160,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page160 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (160,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
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... Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector switch qControl Switches Temperature control dial Fan control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page161 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (161,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel Climate control information is displayed on the information display.
... Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector switch qControl Switches Temperature control dial Fan control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page161 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (161,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel Climate control information is displayed on the information display.
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... when the outside air position. Recirculated air position ( ) Outside air is shut off . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page162 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (162,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch Air intake selector Press the mode selector switch to alternate... the switch will illuminate. Push the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off . NOTE This switch controls the source of the interior. A/C switch Push the switch to turn the air conditioner on. Outside air position ( ) Outside air is recirculated. The indicator light...
... when the outside air position. Recirculated air position ( ) Outside air is shut off . RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page162 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (162,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch Air intake selector Press the mode selector switch to alternate... the switch will illuminate. Push the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off . NOTE This switch controls the source of the interior. A/C switch Push the switch to turn the air conditioner on. Outside air position ( ) Outside air is recirculated. The indicator light...
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... or Using the rainy weather will be hampered, which could lead to defrost the windshield and front door windows. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page163 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (163,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE l WARNING The Recirculated Air Position: position in cold or rainy weather. qCooling (With Air...
... or Using the rainy weather will be hampered, which could lead to defrost the windshield and front door windows. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page163 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (163,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE l WARNING The Recirculated Air Position: position in cold or rainy weather. qCooling (With Air...
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... be hampered, which could lead to the hot or warm position position. Press the mode selector switch to position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page164 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (164,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. NOTE l WARNING Foggy Windshield: position with the Using the temperature control...
... be hampered, which could lead to the hot or warm position position. Press the mode selector switch to position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page164 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (164,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. NOTE l WARNING Foggy Windshield: position with the Using the temperature control...
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Set the fan control dial to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page165 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (165,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to the desired speed. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 2. Press the mode selector switch to the desired position. 4. Turn on the air conditioner. 6-9 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Set the air intake selector to the position. 3.
Set the fan control dial to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page165 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (165,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to the desired speed. 5. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 2. Press the mode selector switch to the desired position. 4. Turn on the air conditioner. 6-9 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Set the air intake selector to the position. 3.
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... sounds outside of glass cleaning products could go dead. Use of the vehicle. l 6-10 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page166 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (166,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna qRear Window Antenna The rear window antenna receives both AM and FM signals. If a digital...
... sounds outside of glass cleaning products could go dead. Use of the vehicle. l 6-10 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page166 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (166,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna qRear Window Antenna The rear window antenna receives both AM and FM signals. If a digital...
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... possible to break the sound into two channels, stereo FM has even less range than monaural (non-stereo) FM. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page167 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (167,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around corners, but they can reach longer distances than...
... possible to break the sound into two channels, stereo FM has even less range than monaural (non-stereo) FM. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page167 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (167,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around corners, but they can reach longer distances than...
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...-EA-04G When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may be some noise from this disturbance. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page168 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (168,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak because...
...-EA-04G When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may be some noise from this disturbance. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page168 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (168,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak because...
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..., and direct sunlight. l l Do not insert any objects, other protective cases. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may produce poor sound or performance during playback. Store cassette tapes away from dirt and... that play no longer than cassette tape, into the slot. 6-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page169 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (169,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for Cassette Tape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, ...
..., and direct sunlight. l l Do not insert any objects, other protective cases. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may produce poor sound or performance during playback. Store cassette tapes away from dirt and... that play no longer than cassette tape, into the slot. 6-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page169 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (169,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for Cassette Tape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, ...