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... the converter. The lead will result in a malfunction of the emission control system, causing poor performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Fuel Premium unleaded fuel Octane Rating*(Anti-knock index) 91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (96 RON or above) * U.S. Leaded fuel is performing poorly...converters or oxygen sensors must use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10%. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with fuel listed in the ...
... the converter. The lead will result in a malfunction of the emission control system, causing poor performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Fuel Premium unleaded fuel Octane Rating*(Anti-knock index) 91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (96 RON or above) * U.S. Leaded fuel is performing poorly...converters or oxygen sensors must use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10%. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with fuel listed in the ...
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You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page132 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (132,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Overloading WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of your load by weighing the items (or people) before putting them in the vehicle. 4-12 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page132 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (132,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Overloading WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of your load by weighing the items (or people) before putting them in the vehicle. 4-12 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
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...frequencies of 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz. If a disc has both header frames and data frames. l l 6-17 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page217 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating tips for MP3 NOTE l Supply of this.... This unit does not play CDs recorded using the following formats can play MP3 files that have been recorded in other networks or in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. An independent license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any other media), broadcasting/...
...frequencies of 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 kHz. If a disc has both header frames and data frames. l l 6-17 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page217 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating tips for MP3 NOTE l Supply of this.... This unit does not play CDs recorded using the following formats can play MP3 files that have been recorded in other networks or in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. An independent license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any other media), broadcasting/...
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...Tag ID3 tag is expressed in bps (bits per second). Generally, the larger the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file, the more sessions on a single disc. Bit rate Refers to the process of CD-ROM files and folders. About ID3 Tag display l This unit can only ...display English (including numerals) one-byte characters. Multi-session refers to the existence of data from the beginning to the number of data per second, expressed in Hz units. RX-8_8V89-...
...Tag ID3 tag is expressed in bps (bits per second). Generally, the larger the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file, the more sessions on a single disc. Bit rate Refers to the process of CD-ROM files and folders. About ID3 Tag display l This unit can only ...display English (including numerals) one-byte characters. Multi-session refers to the existence of data from the beginning to the number of data per second, expressed in Hz units. RX-8_8V89-...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page220 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Audio System VBR Abbreviation for compression with preference given to sound quality. 6-20 Form No.8V89-EA-06F While CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is generally used, VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for Variable Bit Rate.
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page220 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Audio System VBR Abbreviation for compression with preference given to sound quality. 6-20 Form No.8V89-EA-06F While CBR (Constant Bit Rate) is generally used, VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for Variable Bit Rate.
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...system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as the AUDIO or CIGAR circuit. 8-36 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Open the fuse panel cover. 4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it fits tightly. Push in a new fuse of the same amperage rating, and make sure it ...system doesn't work , inspect the appropriate circuit protector. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If a fuse has blown, the inside of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as possible. 3. Normal Blown 5. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page318 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (318...
...system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as the AUDIO or CIGAR circuit. 8-36 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Open the fuse panel cover. 4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it fits tightly. Push in a new fuse of the same amperage rating, and make sure it ...system doesn't work , inspect the appropriate circuit protector. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If a fuse has blown, the inside of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as possible. 3. Normal Blown 5. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page318 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (318...
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... electrical components do not work and the fuses in a fire. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement: Replacing the fuse by yourself. NOTE Near battery Engine cover...steps: 1. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown, it with one of the same rating. Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in the cabin are normal,...air filter Remove the engine and battery covers before removing the fuse block cover near the battery. 3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page319 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (319,1) Maintenance and Care...
... electrical components do not work and the fuses in a fire. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement: Replacing the fuse by yourself. NOTE Near battery Engine cover...steps: 1. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown, it with one of the same rating. Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in the cabin are normal,...air filter Remove the engine and battery covers before removing the fuse block cover near the battery. 3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page319 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (319,1) Maintenance and Care...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page320 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (320,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) (... 16 MAIN HEATER AIR PUMP BTN DEFOG FAN ABS/DSC ACC HEAD HEAD LOW R HEAD LOW L DRL DSC SEAT WARM H/CLEAN R.FOG FUSE PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 120A For protection of all circuits 40A Heater 60A Air pump Power windows, Power door locks, Illuminated entry system, 30A Moonroof í 50A Rear window...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page320 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (320,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) (... 16 MAIN HEATER AIR PUMP BTN DEFOG FAN ABS/DSC ACC HEAD HEAD LOW R HEAD LOW L DRL DSC SEAT WARM H/CLEAN R.FOG FUSE PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING 120A For protection of all circuits 40A Heater 60A Air pump Power windows, Power door locks, Illuminated entry system, 30A Moonroof í 50A Rear window...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page321 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (321,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE RATING 15A 10A 30A 15A 15A 20A 15A 15A 15A 20A ― 15A 10A 10A 10A 10A 15A 60A DESCRIPTION 17 18 19 20 21 22 ...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page321 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (321,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE RATING 15A 10A 30A 15A 15A 20A 15A 15A 15A 20A ― 15A 10A 10A 10A 10A 15A 60A DESCRIPTION 17 18 19 20 21 22 ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page346 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (346,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) ... controlled conditions on a specified government test course. qTemperature-A, B, C The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire's resistance to this tire is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. These grades represent the tire's ability to stop on...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page346 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (346,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) ... controlled conditions on a specified government test course. qTemperature-A, B, C The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire's resistance to this tire is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. These grades represent the tire's ability to stop on...
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...ply composition and materials used 10. Rim diameter code 7. Nominal width of tire in case of all tires. Max. load rating 9-18 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qInformation on the sidewall of a recall. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ...a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in millimeters 4. Severe snow conditions 9. TIN: U.S. Load index & speed symbol 8. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page348 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (348,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.)...
...ply composition and materials used 10. Rim diameter code 7. Nominal width of tire in case of all tires. Max. load rating 9-18 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qInformation on the sidewall of a recall. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ...a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in millimeters 4. Severe snow conditions 9. TIN: U.S. Load index & speed symbol 8. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page348 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (348,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.)...
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...is an example of height to sidewall edge. Max. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is the Load Index. Note that tire size and load index rating. P Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim ... tire from the example. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support. 9-19 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page349 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (349,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11....
...is an example of height to sidewall edge. Max. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is the Load Index. Note that tire size and load index rating. P Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated by either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim ... tire from the example. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support. 9-19 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page349 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (349,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11....
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...Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of air pressure that the tire has some functional use the letters ZR. Letter Rating Q R S T U H V W Y Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168* mph 186* mph * For tires with the letters...-EA-06F For example, the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 2002. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page350 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (350,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H "H" is rated. AS: All Season. The other . This information is the greatest amount of...
...Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of air pressure that the tire has some functional use the letters ZR. Letter Rating Q R S T U H V W Y Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168* mph 186* mph * For tires with the letters...-EA-06F For example, the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 2002. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page350 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (350,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H "H" is rated. AS: All Season. The other . This information is the greatest amount of...
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... grades, from highest to stop on wet pavement as a tire graded 100. A tire marked C may require true snow tires, those with very deeply cut tread. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page351 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (351,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tread Wear, Traction and...
... grades, from highest to stop on wet pavement as a tire graded 100. A tire marked C may require true snow tires, those with very deeply cut tread. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page351 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (351,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tread Wear, Traction and...
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...on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from sidewall edge to width (aspect ratio) 4. Rim diameter code 6. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page352 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (352,1) Customer Information and...Rim Association (T&RA). 115 "115" is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters 3. T Indicates a tire that tire size and load index rating. This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of tire in millimeters. Nominal width of the tire from the example. Ratio of a tire...
...on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from sidewall edge to width (aspect ratio) 4. Rim diameter code 6. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page352 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (352,1) Customer Information and...Rim Association (T&RA). 115 "115" is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters 3. T Indicates a tire that tire size and load index rating. This three-digit number gives the width in millimeters of tire in millimeters. Nominal width of the tire from the example. Ratio of a tire...
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...EA-06F D indicates "diagonal ply construction". 16 "16" is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 "90" is the speed rating. D "D" is rated. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of height to width. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each ...tire can support. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page353 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (353,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects ...
...EA-06F D indicates "diagonal ply construction". 16 "16" is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 "90" is the speed rating. D "D" is rated. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of height to width. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each ...tire can support. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page353 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (353,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects ...
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... vehicle weight within its load range, and corresponding inflation pressure. Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label: WARNING Overloaded Vehicle: Overloading a vehicle is dangerous ...because it has not been designed to drive and control. In cases of passenger safety. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page360 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (360,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information...
... vehicle weight within its load range, and corresponding inflation pressure. Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label: WARNING Overloaded Vehicle: Overloading a vehicle is dangerous ...because it has not been designed to drive and control. In cases of passenger safety. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page360 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (360,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information...
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...8V89-EA-06F The GVWR is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all payload. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. GAWR (Gross ...or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page363 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (363,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Examples:...
...8V89-EA-06F The GVWR is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all payload. GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. GAWR (Gross ...or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver's side or door pillar. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page363 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (363,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Examples:...
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...Always keep the vehicle within the axle weight rating limits. Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of control. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page364 Friday, May 19 2006... 9:53 AM Black plate (364,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous because...
...Always keep the vehicle within the axle weight rating limits. Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of control. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page364 Friday, May 19 2006... 9:53 AM Black plate (364,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous because...
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...provided by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 15_25% (fifth-wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lbs). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page365 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (365,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW ...: For a 5000 lb conventional trailer, multiply 5000 by your dealership) for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system...
...provided by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 15_25% (fifth-wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lbs). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page365 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (365,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW ...: For a 5000 lb conventional trailer, multiply 5000 by your dealership) for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system...