Owner's Manual
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... Check local regulations before using tire chains. 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 all four wheels: Using tires different in an accident. Your vehicle is originally equipped with a factory installed temporary spare tire. Avoid locked-wheel braking. Your...
... Check local regulations before using tire chains. 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 all four wheels: Using tires different in an accident. Your vehicle is originally equipped with a factory installed temporary spare tire. Avoid locked-wheel braking. Your...
Owner's Manual
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...The dynamic stability control (DSC) cannot compensate for your Mazda on slippery surfaces, or during sudden or evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safety. WARNING l The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are used or a temporary spare tire is necessary, have an accident. Do not rely on... the dynamic stability control as ABS and TCS to the ON position. 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 ...
...The dynamic stability control (DSC) cannot compensate for your Mazda on slippery surfaces, or during sudden or evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safety. WARNING l The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are used or a temporary spare tire is necessary, have an accident. Do not rely on... the dynamic stability control as ABS and TCS to the ON position. 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 ...
Owner's Manual
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... and stopping ability. 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 tire maintenance, and it ... tire temperatures are also lower. CAUTION l Tire pressure sensors NOTE When the ambient temperature is recommended. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has tires of your tires ...
... and stopping ability. 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 tire maintenance, and it ... tire temperatures are also lower. CAUTION l Tire pressure sensors NOTE When the ambient temperature is recommended. Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has tires of your tires ...
Owner's Manual
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.... Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The stem part could be a system malfunction. When a metallic device such as a nongenuine navigation system is equipped near the vehicle using tires with the temporary spare tire . 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. Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire If you have bought the optional temporary spare tire, replace the punctured tire...
.... Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The stem part could be a system malfunction. When a metallic device such as a nongenuine navigation system is equipped near the vehicle using tires with the temporary spare tire . 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. Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire If you have bought the optional temporary spare tire, replace the punctured tire...
Owner's Manual
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...the ignition switch is being used. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page182 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE l CAUTION Do not use non-genuine tire sealant. Put a few drops of ...water in a set of trouble; qKEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) (with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). However, when you have a flat. Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire...
...the ignition switch is being used. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page182 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE l CAUTION Do not use non-genuine tire sealant. Put a few drops of ...water in a set of trouble; qKEY Warning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) (with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). However, when you have a flat. Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire...
Owner's Manual
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... ...7-2 Parking in an emergency. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page255 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (255,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7-2 Flat Tire ...7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit ...7-5 Changing the Tire ...7-12 Overheating ...7-18 Overheating ...7-18...
... ...7-2 Parking in an emergency. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page255 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (255,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7-2 Flat Tire ...7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit ...7-5 Changing the Tire ...7-12 Overheating ...7-18 Overheating ...7-18...
Owner's Manual
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Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box Jack Jack handle Tiedown eyelet Lug wrench 7-3 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page257 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (257,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box Jack Jack handle Tiedown eyelet Lug wrench 7-3 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page257 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (257,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Owner's Manual
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... temporary spare tire in reverse. If you require a temporary spare tire, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. You could lose control of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To remove the jack 1. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise. qSpare Tire A temporary spare tire is needed, repair the flat tire with your Mazda. When installing a temporary spare tire, follow the manufacturer's instructions for VERY short periods. RX-8_8V89...
... temporary spare tire in reverse. If you require a temporary spare tire, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. You could lose control of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To remove the jack 1. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise. qSpare Tire A temporary spare tire is needed, repair the flat tire with your Mazda. When installing a temporary spare tire, follow the manufacturer's instructions for VERY short periods. RX-8_8V89...
Owner's Manual
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... continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used (page 5-28). 7-5 Form No.8V89-EA-06F After temporarily repairing a tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced. (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) A tire pressure sensor is not installed to repair the tire temporarily. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1...
... continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used (page 5-28). 7-5 Form No.8V89-EA-06F After temporarily repairing a tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced. (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) A tire pressure sensor is not installed to repair the tire temporarily. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1...
Owner's Manual
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... accidentally swallowed, drink large amounts of water immediately and seek medical assistance. Tire sealant Injection hose Compressor Spare valve core Valve core tool Repaired tire sticker Instruction Speed restriction sticker Case 7-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F In the ...event tire sealant is dangerous. Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant: Tire sealant that comes into contact with large amounts of water and seek medical assistance. RX...
... accidentally swallowed, drink large amounts of water immediately and seek medical assistance. Tire sealant Injection hose Compressor Spare valve core Valve core tool Repaired tire sticker Instruction Speed restriction sticker Case 7-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F In the ...event tire sealant is dangerous. Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant: Tire sealant that comes into contact with large amounts of water and seek medical assistance. RX...
Owner's Manual
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... the accompanying envelope. Antitheft lug nut Special key To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page269 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (269,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qLocking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each ... special key to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire. This key is attached to unlock them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in an accident. 2. If you lose this key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is ...
... the accompanying envelope. Antitheft lug nut Special key To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page269 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (269,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qLocking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each ... special key to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire. This key is attached to unlock them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in an accident. 2. If you lose this key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is ...
Owner's Manual
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..., or all tire pressure monthly (including the spare í) when the tires are the correct size specified for the best ride, handling, and minimum tire wear. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to specification charts on page 10-6. 8-24 í Some models. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your Mazda (page 10...
..., or all tire pressure monthly (including the spare í) when the tires are the correct size specified for the best ride, handling, and minimum tire wear. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to specification charts on page 10-6. 8-24 í Some models. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your Mazda (page 10...
Owner's Manual
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... Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-25 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Tire performance will deform the wheel and cause separation of the tire bead, which will be weakened if rotated from side to adjust the pressure. Abnormal wear is not equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation... and damage. Underinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a greater possibility of -balance wheel Severe braking qTire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires if irregular wear develops. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page307 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black ...
... Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-25 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Tire performance will deform the wheel and cause separation of the tire bead, which will be weakened if rotated from side to adjust the pressure. Abnormal wear is not equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation... and damage. Underinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a greater possibility of -balance wheel Severe braking qTire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires if irregular wear develops. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page307 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black ...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page309 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (309,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION l Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used . The tread life may be shorter depending on page 9-18. 8-27 Form No.8V89-EA-06F l l qTemporary Spare Tire Your Mazda is not equipped...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page309 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (309,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION l Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used . The tread life may be shorter depending on page 9-18. 8-27 Form No.8V89-EA-06F l l qTemporary Spare Tire Your Mazda is not equipped...
Owner's Manual
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... are no gouges, cuts, bulges, cracks or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 9. NOTE Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure. 8. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in severe cracking, tread...one tire. 3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page355 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (355,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire ...
... are no gouges, cuts, bulges, cracks or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 9. NOTE Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure. 8. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in severe cracking, tread...one tire. 3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page355 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (355,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire ...
Owner's Manual
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...irregular wear develops. During rotation, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Forward Inspect the tires for correct balance. Maintain recommended pressures for optimum service. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page357 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information...After rotation, inflate all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressures to wear abnormally. Use the pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for the best ride...
...irregular wear develops. During rotation, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Forward Inspect the tires for correct balance. Maintain recommended pressures for optimum service. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page357 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information...After rotation, inflate all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressures to wear abnormally. Use the pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for the best ride...
Owner's Manual
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... qSafety Practices The way you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to do with your spare tire. Stop and inspect the tire for your own benefit. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is underinflated or damaged, deflate it, remove ...the tire and rim and replace it with your tire mileage and safety. Drive with 4 digit. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page359 Friday...
... qSafety Practices The way you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to do with your spare tire. Stop and inspect the tire for your own benefit. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is underinflated or damaged, deflate it, remove ...the tire and rim and replace it with your tire mileage and safety. Drive with 4 digit. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page359 Friday...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page381 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (381,1) Index C Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ...2-19 Installing child-restraint systems ... OFF indicator light ...5-25 DSC OFF switch ...5-26 TCS/DSC Indicator light ...5-24 F Flasher Hazard warning ...5-62 Headlights ...5-55 Flat Tire ...7-3 Changing ...7-12 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit ...7-5 Spare tire and tool storage ...7-3 Fluids Classification ...10-4 Owner maintenance ...8-8 Fog Lights ...5-57 Foot Brake ...5-5 Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) ...2-5 11-3...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page381 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (381,1) Index C Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ...2-19 Installing child-restraint systems ... OFF indicator light ...5-25 DSC OFF switch ...5-26 TCS/DSC Indicator light ...5-24 F Flasher Hazard warning ...5-62 Headlights ...5-55 Flat Tire ...7-3 Changing ...7-12 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit ...7-5 Spare tire and tool storage ...7-3 Fluids Classification ...10-4 Owner maintenance ...8-8 Fog Lights ...5-57 Foot Brake ...5-5 Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) ...2-5 11-3...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page384 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (384,1) Index S Seats Front seat (Electrically operated seats) ...2-5 Front seat (Manually operated seats) ...2-2 Rear seat ...2-8 Security System Immobilizer system (with advanced key) ...3-45 Immobilizer system (without advanced key) ...3-48 Service Publications ...9-40 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Specifications ...10-4 Speed Unit...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page384 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (384,1) Index S Seats Front seat (Electrically operated seats) ...2-5 Front seat (Manually operated seats) ...2-2 Rear seat ...2-8 Security System Immobilizer system (with advanced key) ...3-45 Immobilizer system (without advanced key) ...3-48 Service Publications ...9-40 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7-3 Specifications ...10-4 Speed Unit...
Owner's Manual
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Defense Department, which may cause vehicle position deviations. lUsing a spare tire in place of the regular one may intentionally lower positioning accuracy. In such cases, there may be blocked. Position Correction for some time until GPS ...
Defense Department, which may cause vehicle position deviations. lUsing a spare tire in place of the regular one may intentionally lower positioning accuracy. In such cases, there may be blocked. Position Correction for some time until GPS ...