Owner's Manual
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Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have a problem with your immobilizer system. Bring all the existing keys to...is lost , contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 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 . If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will not start. l...
Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have a problem with your immobilizer system. Bring all the existing keys to...is lost , contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 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 . If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will not start. l...
Owner's Manual
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...sound of the headlight leveling motors operating at a time) until you release the key; then it returns to 10 seconds at the front of radio noise. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up to the ON position. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and...field strength of the engine compartment can be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-36). 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...
...sound of the headlight leveling motors operating at a time) until you release the key; then it returns to 10 seconds at the front of radio noise. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up to the ON position. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and...field strength of the engine compartment can be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-36). 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...
Owner's Manual
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... will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may become inoperative due to restore the TCS/DSC. 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 will provide the best stability. l l l Tire pressure sensors TPMS does... drive it to the system detecting switch trouble. Depressing the accelerator will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by radio signal to the receiver unit in one or more , the TCS/DSC system may be difficult.
... will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may become inoperative due to restore the TCS/DSC. 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 will provide the best stability. l l l Tire pressure sensors TPMS does... drive it to the system detecting switch trouble. Depressing the accelerator will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by radio signal to the receiver unit in one or more , the TCS/DSC system may be difficult.
Owner's Manual
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... device such as a nongenuine navigation system is equipped near the vehicle using the same radio frequency as possible before it is illuminated. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page123 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (123,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Ignoring the Warning Light: Ignoring the warning light is dangerous, even...
... device such as a nongenuine navigation system is equipped near the vehicle using the same radio frequency as possible before it is illuminated. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page123 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (123,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Ignoring the Warning Light: Ignoring the warning light is dangerous, even...
Owner's Manual
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...l l l qTires and Wheels Changing tires and wheels The following devices in the side walls. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page124 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (124,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l When using the following procedure allows the TPMS to recognize a tire pressure ...sensor's unique ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are exhausted. When using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the vehicle that may cause radio interference...
...l l l qTires and Wheels Changing tires and wheels The following devices in the side walls. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page124 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (124,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l When using the following procedure allows the TPMS to recognize a tire pressure ...sensor's unique ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are exhausted. When using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the vehicle that may cause radio interference...
Owner's Manual
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... now activate your handheld transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by manufacturer.) NOTE qGate operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to "time-out" (or quit) after several seconds of 20 seconds. 5-59 Form No...program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with "Programming" step 4 to initiate step 8. 8. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page155 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 7. Firmly press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The ...
... now activate your handheld transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by manufacturer.) NOTE qGate operator/Canadian Programming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to "time-out" (or quit) after several seconds of 20 seconds. 5-59 Form No...program the remaining two HomeLink buttons, begin with "Programming" step 4 to initiate step 8. 8. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page155 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 7. Firmly press and release the "learn" or "smart" button. (The ...
Owner's Manual
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...Do not use a soft cloth dampened in or near the vehicle, it could lead to a serious accident. If a digital cellular phone or CB radio is off. CAUTION When washing the inside rear window, use the audio for Audio System WARNING Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving the Vehicle: Adjusting ...dangerous as it could cause noise to hear sounds outside of time while the engine is used in lukewarm water, gently wiping the antenna lines. 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 ...
...Do not use a soft cloth dampened in or near the vehicle, it could lead to a serious accident. If a digital cellular phone or CB radio is off. CAUTION When washing the inside rear window, use the audio for Audio System WARNING Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving the Vehicle: Adjusting ...dangerous as it could cause noise to hear sounds outside of time while the engine is used in lukewarm water, gently wiping the antenna lines. 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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... result is noise and sound breakup at similar frequencies, the original station may change suddenly, resulting in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup. 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 this disturbance. Station drift... reception conditions may be some noise from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak because of two strong stations broadcasting at the radio receiver. Reception in annoying noise.
... result is noise and sound breakup at similar frequencies, the original station may change suddenly, resulting in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup. 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 this disturbance. Station drift... reception conditions may be some noise from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak because of two strong stations broadcasting at the radio receiver. Reception in annoying noise.
Owner's Manual
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...-04G For information on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit. Subscription of optional Sirius digital satellite radio. Used on use, read the manual accompanying the Sirius unit. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page178 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate ...(178,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Type A Satellite button* Band selector button Channel preset buttons Seek tuning button Manual ...
...-04G For information on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit. Subscription of optional Sirius digital satellite radio. Used on use, read the manual accompanying the Sirius unit. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page178 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate ...(178,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Type A Satellite button* Band selector button Channel preset buttons Seek tuning button Manual ...
Owner's Manual
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...stations is heard. If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from STEREO to automatically sample strong stations. Tuning The radio has the following tuning methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset channel, and Auto memory tuning. To set them on . Scanning ... , ) again during this interval. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page179 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (179,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Radio ON (Type A) Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on. (Type B) Press a band selector button ( to turn the radio on preset channels. 6-23 Form No....
...stations is heard. If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from STEREO to automatically sample strong stations. Tuning The radio has the following tuning methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset channel, and Auto memory tuning. To set them on . Scanning ... , ) again during this interval. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page179 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (179,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Radio ON (Type A) Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on. (Type B) Press a band selector button ( to turn the radio on preset channels. 6-23 Form No....
Owner's Manual
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...or CD has not been inserted. l 6-36 Form No.8T69-EA-04G NOTE qAdjusting the Volume To increase the volume, press volume button ( ). RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page192 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (192,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation qChanging the Source Press... the mode switch ( ) to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the audio system. NOTE Mazda installed this system to change the audio source (FM1 radio>FM2 radio>AM radio>CD player or CD changer>Cassette tape player or MD player>cyclical).
...or CD has not been inserted. l 6-36 Form No.8T69-EA-04G NOTE qAdjusting the Volume To increase the volume, press volume button ( ). RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page192 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (192,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation qChanging the Source Press... the mode switch ( ) to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the audio system. NOTE Mazda installed this system to change the audio source (FM1 radio>FM2 radio>AM radio>CD player or CD changer>Cassette tape player or MD player>cyclical).
Owner's Manual
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... resume audio output. When playing a CD or MD Press the seek switch ( next track. When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to repeat the 6-37 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page193 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (193,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qSeek...
... resume audio output. When playing a CD or MD Press the seek switch ( next track. When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to repeat the 6-37 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page193 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (193,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qSeek...
Owner's Manual
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...Changes or modifications not expressly approved by anyone except qualified service personnel. Operation is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in hazardous laser exposure. CAUTION l This CD player should ...received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. However, there is made and tested to radio communications. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the top case of Health and Human Services...
...Changes or modifications not expressly approved by anyone except qualified service personnel. Operation is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in hazardous laser exposure. CAUTION l This CD player should ...received, including interference that interference will not occur in a residential installation. However, there is made and tested to radio communications. NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the top case of Health and Human Services...
Owner's Manual
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.... Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems. Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may fit your vehicle, but they could be found in stores. Before ... add-on non-genuine parts or accessories. 9-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Essential systems could affect your vehicle's performance or safety system; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page299 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (299,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add-On Non-...
.... Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems. Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may fit your vehicle, but they could be found in stores. Before ... add-on non-genuine parts or accessories. 9-13 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Essential systems could affect your vehicle's performance or safety system; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page299 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (299,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add-On Non-...
Owner's Manual
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... this warning, use . Please comply to a serious accident. Never use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country. 9-14 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page300 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (300,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use... the legal regulations concerning the use a cell phone or other devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
... this warning, use . Please comply to a serious accident. Never use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country. 9-14 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page300 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (300,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use... the legal regulations concerning the use a cell phone or other devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.