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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page11 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid ...page 3-33 Rear window defroster ...page 5-60 Antenna ...page 6-10 Power windows ...page 3-37 Outside mirror ...page 3-53 Tires ...page 8-24 Light bulbs ...page 8-29 Hood ...page 3-42 Windshield wiper blades ...page 8-19 Moonroof ...page 3-43 Fuel-filler lid ...page 3-40 Doors and keys ...page 3-29 1-5 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page11 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid ...page 3-33 Rear window defroster ...page 5-60 Antenna ...page 6-10 Power windows ...page 3-37 Outside mirror ...page 3-53 Tires ...page 8-24 Light bulbs ...page 8-29 Hood ...page 3-42 Windshield wiper blades ...page 8-19 Moonroof ...page 3-43 Fuel-filler lid ...page 3-40 Doors and keys ...page 3-29 1-5 Form No.8V89-EA-06F
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...be inspected. Is the seat adjusted properly? Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. 4-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Look under the vehicle for any sign of tires. Are the inside and outside lights are clean. Is everyone's seat belt fastened? Release the parking brake...is turned to back up, make sure the brake warning light goes off. See Maintenance, Section 8. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page126 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (126,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l After Getting In l l l Be sure the windows, ...
...be inspected. Is the seat adjusted properly? Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. 4-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Look under the vehicle for any sign of tires. Are the inside and outside lights are clean. Is everyone's seat belt fastened? Release the parking brake...is turned to back up, make sure the brake warning light goes off. See Maintenance, Section 8. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page126 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (126,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l After Getting In l l l Be sure the windows, ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page127 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (127,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Avoid unnecessary hard stops. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform ...driving. Use these suggestions to the performance, economy, and life of fuel. Slow down when driving in correct alignment. Keep the tires properly inflated. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of steering or braking control could cause...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page127 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (127,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Avoid unnecessary hard stops. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform ...driving. Use these suggestions to the performance, economy, and life of fuel. Slow down when driving in correct alignment. Keep the tires properly inflated. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of steering or braking control could cause...
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...can still have an accident. Do not pump the brakes. This could cause the tires to skid. Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering. Do not rely on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of vehicle control and an accident. Be cautious and...road surface). Do not spin the rear wheels. l l l 4-8 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page128 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (128,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l WARNING Be extremely careful if it is dangerous. When driving on ice ...
...can still have an accident. Do not pump the brakes. This could cause the tires to skid. Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering. Do not rely on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of vehicle control and an accident. Be cautious and...road surface). Do not spin the rear wheels. l l l 4-8 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page128 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (128,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l WARNING Be extremely careful if it is dangerous. When driving on ice ...
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... the rear wheels. Inspect the ignition system for washer fluid (page 8-17). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page129 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (129,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle l Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag...
... the rear wheels. Inspect the ignition system for washer fluid (page 8-17). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page129 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (129,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle l Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag...
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... could be used on snow and ice covered roads, Mazda recommends that are free of snow or ice. l l CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires. If your vehicle is lower. Your vehicle is to the tire. NOTE NOTE If your vehicle is dangerous. qTire Chains... while driving with snow tires. Avoid locked-wheel braking. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page130 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (130,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qSnow Tires Use snow tires on your vehicle with snow tires during the winter months. The tires and chains could be greatly...
... could be used on snow and ice covered roads, Mazda recommends that are free of snow or ice. l l CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires. If your vehicle is lower. Your vehicle is to the tire. NOTE NOTE If your vehicle is dangerous. qTire Chains... while driving with snow tires. Avoid locked-wheel braking. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page130 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (130,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qSnow Tires Use snow tires on your vehicle with snow tires during the winter months. The tires and chains could be greatly...
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... will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. 2. Secure the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible. Interior materials could get moldy, and many electronic devices in the cabin and the engine could result in...Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page131 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (131,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Installing the chains 1. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 ―1 km (1/4...
... will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. 2. Secure the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible. Interior materials could get moldy, and many electronic devices in the cabin and the engine could result in...Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page131 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (131,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Installing the chains 1. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 ―1 km (1/4...
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... Automatic Transmission Controls ...5-11 Power Steering ...5-18 Cruise Control ...5-19 Traction Control System (TCS) í ...5-23 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í ...5-24 Tire Pressure Monitoring System í ...5-27 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-33 Meters and Gauges ...5-33 Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ...5-39 Warning/Indicator Lights ...5-39...Control System í ...5-55 5-55 5-57 5-57 5-58 5-60 5-60 5-61 5-62 5-62 í Some models. 5-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page135 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (135,1) 5 Driving Your...
... Automatic Transmission Controls ...5-11 Power Steering ...5-18 Cruise Control ...5-19 Traction Control System (TCS) í ...5-23 Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í ...5-24 Tire Pressure Monitoring System í ...5-27 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-33 Meters and Gauges ...5-33 Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ...5-39 Warning/Indicator Lights ...5-39...Control System í ...5-55 5-55 5-57 5-57 5-58 5-60 5-60 5-61 5-62 5-62 í Some models. 5-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page135 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (135,1) 5 Driving Your...
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...the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that they could completely fail at any time. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page141 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (141,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING Do not rely on ABS as possible even if the brake ..., for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). It indicates that your brakes may require less distance to add brake fluid is...
...the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that they could completely fail at any time. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page141 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (141,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING Do not rely on ABS as possible even if the brake ..., for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). It indicates that your brakes may require less distance to add brake fluid is...
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.../h (35 mph) 68 km/h (42 mph) CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. The sudden change in tire speed could lead to overwork. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage. Be sure to R is dangerous. Also, don't use .... l NOTE If shifting to leave the shift lever in heavy traffic or on an upgrade. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page144 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (144,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qRecommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Gear ...
.../h (35 mph) 68 km/h (42 mph) CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. The sudden change in tire speed could lead to overwork. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage. Be sure to R is dangerous. Also, don't use .... l NOTE If shifting to leave the shift lever in heavy traffic or on an upgrade. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page144 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (144,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qRecommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. Gear ...
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...depressing the accelerator fully, the transmission will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page150 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manually Shifting down (M6→M5→M4→M3→M2→M1... from you once with your thumb. The sudden change in a collision, your hands could be impacted causing injury. This could cause the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. DOWN switches When driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. If...
...depressing the accelerator fully, the transmission will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page150 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manually Shifting down (M6→M5→M4→M3→M2→M1... from you once with your thumb. The sudden change in a collision, your hands could be impacted causing injury. This could cause the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. DOWN switches When driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. If...
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...This indicator light stays on for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of traction. This indicates that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power... may not operate correctly. l í Some models. 5-23 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page157 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances...
...This indicator light stays on for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of traction. This indicates that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power... may not operate correctly. l í Some models. 5-23 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page157 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances...
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... driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following are used or a temporary spare tire is necessary, have an accident. You can still have it done at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Do not mix worn tires. Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page158 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate... (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í The Dynamic...
... driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following are used or a temporary spare tire is necessary, have an accident. You can still have it done at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Do not mix worn tires. Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page158 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate... (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í The Dynamic...
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... air pressure lowers as possible, and inflate them to tire failure. If tire pressure is too low in the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page161 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System í The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for proper...
... air pressure lowers as possible, and inflate them to tire failure. If tire pressure is too low in the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page161 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System í The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for proper...
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...is too low in an accident. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard,...illuminated. Operation is turned to the following two conditions: (1) This device may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. To avoid false readings, the system samples for a few seconds when the ignition switch is subject to the ON ...
...is too low in an accident. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard,...illuminated. Operation is turned to the following two conditions: (1) This device may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. To avoid false readings, the system samples for a few seconds when the ignition switch is subject to the ON ...
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...it goes out. Vehicles with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). 5-29 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page163 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Adjust the tire pressure to the specification charts (page 10-6). NOTE... l CAUTION When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have someone...
...it goes out. Vehicles with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). 5-29 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page163 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Adjust the tire pressure to the specification charts (page 10-6). NOTE... l CAUTION When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have someone...
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... to the receiver unit. When using tire chains. A current converter device such as a personal computer. The stem part could be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l l A digital device such as a DC-AC converter. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page164 Friday, May 19... 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l CAUTION Do not use non-genuine tire sealant.
... to the receiver unit. When using tire chains. A current converter device such as a personal computer. The stem part could be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l l A digital device such as a DC-AC converter. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page164 Friday, May 19... 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l CAUTION Do not use non-genuine tire sealant.
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... old wheel and installed to install the tire pressure sensors. l The tire pressure sensor is to the ACC or LOCK position. 2. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page165 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE NOTE Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID signal ...then turn it can also undertake the steps for the TPMS to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change your vehicle's tires. The easiest way to do it may be registered with the same wheel. After tires have been changed at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for about 15 minutes ...
... old wheel and installed to install the tire pressure sensors. l The tire pressure sensor is to the ACC or LOCK position. 2. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page165 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE NOTE Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID signal ...then turn it can also undertake the steps for the TPMS to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change your vehicle's tires. The easiest way to do it may be registered with the same wheel. After tires have been changed at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for about 15 minutes ...
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... a wheel, replace the grommet When reinstalling a previously removed tire pressure sensor to a new wheel. for the tire pressure sensor. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page166 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l A new tire pressure sensor is purchased. NOTE l The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered...
... a wheel, replace the grommet When reinstalling a previously removed tire pressure sensor to a new wheel. for the tire pressure sensor. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page166 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l A new tire pressure sensor is purchased. NOTE l The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page174 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Door-Ajar Warning Light Page 5-46 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-46 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-46 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-46 KEY Warning...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page174 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Door-Ajar Warning Light Page 5-46 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-46 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-46 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-46 KEY Warning...