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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page3 Friday, May 19 2006 9:49 AM Black plate (3,1) A Word to go. Mazda Motor Corporation HIROSHIMA, JAPAN Important Notes About This Manual Keep this device records data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of your Mazda...build vehicles with an event data recorder. Should you with your Mazda. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle. ©2006 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in specifications at the time of safer vehicles. All specifications and descriptions are accurate at any time without notice and without...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page3 Friday, May 19 2006 9:49 AM Black plate (3,1) A Word to go. Mazda Motor Corporation HIROSHIMA, JAPAN Important Notes About This Manual Keep this device records data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of your Mazda...build vehicles with an event data recorder. Should you with your Mazda. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle. ©2006 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in specifications at the time of safer vehicles. All specifications and descriptions are accurate at any time without notice and without...
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... what to keep your Mazda in an emergency. Specifications Technical information about driving your Mazda. In Case of instruments and controls. Driving Your Mazda Explanation of an Emergency Helpful information on equipment. Index Navigation System Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page5... Friday, May 19 2006 9:49 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11...
... what to keep your Mazda in an emergency. Specifications Technical information about driving your Mazda. In Case of instruments and controls. Driving Your Mazda Explanation of an Emergency Helpful information on equipment. Index Navigation System Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page5... Friday, May 19 2006 9:49 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11...
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...child-restraint system and stay locked on the child-restraint system. Ask your shoulder properly, but never across your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions. When the seat belt is fastened, it will lock in the event of an accident. To return to the belt to the... emergency locking mode, wait until it is stopped or in motion, it may be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page23 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with...
...child-restraint system and stay locked on the child-restraint system. Ask your shoulder properly, but never across your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions. When the seat belt is fastened, it will lock in the event of an accident. To return to the belt to the... emergency locking mode, wait until it is stopped or in motion, it may be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page23 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with...
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... belts, both lap and shoulder. Check your vehicle. Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in the U.S. When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat,...make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page31 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small ...
... belts, both lap and shoulder. Check your vehicle. Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in the U.S. When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat,...make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page31 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small ...
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...to a lower gear. Between 77 and 90 km/h (47 and 59 mph), depending on slippery roads. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page151 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Second gear fixed mode When the shift lever is tapped back ( ) while the vehicle is... stopped, the transmission is depressed. 30 km/h (18 mph) M3→M2 M2→M1 5-17 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Shifting specification Shifting up If the vehicle...
...to a lower gear. Between 77 and 90 km/h (47 and 59 mph), depending on slippery roads. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page151 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Second gear fixed mode When the shift lever is tapped back ( ) while the vehicle is... stopped, the transmission is depressed. 30 km/h (18 mph) M3→M2 M2→M1 5-17 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Shifting specification Shifting up If the vehicle...
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... adjusted on hot tires to see if it goes out. If the warning light illuminates again even after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. Refer to the correct tire pressure. Put a few drops of at a speed of water in the valve stem to the cold inflation pressure, ... naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are cold. 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). you find one low tire in tire air pressure,...
... adjusted on hot tires to see if it goes out. If the warning light illuminates again even after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. Refer to the correct tire pressure. Put a few drops of at a speed of water in the valve stem to the cold inflation pressure, ... naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are cold. 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). you find one low tire in tire air pressure,...
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... ambient temperature, may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to a place ...system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is adjusted on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. When pressure is heard, it develops into a more tires. In this case, it is dangerous to the cold inflation pressure, the...
... ambient temperature, may be added and the system monitored again, an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to a place ...system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is adjusted on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. When pressure is heard, it develops into a more tires. In this case, it is dangerous to the cold inflation pressure, the...
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Refer to the specification charts on tires with incorrect pressure could result in an accident. This could affect handling and result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious ... Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. Be sure to slip off . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page271 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (271,1) In Case of the same configuration: Because the wheel studs and lug...
Refer to the specification charts on tires with incorrect pressure could result in an accident. This could affect handling and result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious ... Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. Be sure to slip off . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page271 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (271,1) In Case of the same configuration: Because the wheel studs and lug...
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... pressure gauge is recommended. This could result in a serious accident. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to specification charts on page 10-6. 8-24 í Some models. Use all radial, all bias-belted, or all tire pressure monthly (including the ...Using Different Tire Types: Driving your Mazda (page 10-6) is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page306 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (306,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of tires is dangerous. leading to the specification charts (page 10-6). Refer to ...
... pressure gauge is recommended. This could result in a serious accident. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to specification charts on page 10-6. 8-24 í Some models. Use all radial, all bias-belted, or all tire pressure monthly (including the ...Using Different Tire Types: Driving your Mazda (page 10-6) is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page306 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (306,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of tires is dangerous. leading to the specification charts (page 10-6). Refer to ...
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...of the following: l l l l l Incorrect tire pressure Improper wheel alignment Out-of damage from side to adjust the pressure. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-25 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Don't release air from side to side. Forward l l Also, inspect them for...the correct levels. Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. NOTE After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to Scheduled Maintenance on page 8-3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page307 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (307,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always ...
...of the following: l l l l l Incorrect tire pressure Improper wheel alignment Out-of damage from side to adjust the pressure. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-25 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Don't release air from side to side. Forward l l Also, inspect them for...the correct levels. Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. NOTE After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to Scheduled Maintenance on page 8-3. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page307 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (307,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page335 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (335,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most effective results. Mazda Canada Inc. Your complete satisfaction is the goal of your Mazda... Plan (CAMVAP). and our dealers. qCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of Provincial Administrators to our achieving that all parties cannot agree upon),...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page335 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (335,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most effective results. Mazda Canada Inc. Your complete satisfaction is the goal of your Mazda... Plan (CAMVAP). and our dealers. qCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP) If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of Provincial Administrators to our achieving that all parties cannot agree upon),...
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... may make it difficult or even impossible for your Mazda outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. However, in the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Any kind of the... United States: l Recommended fuel may have the following problems if you NOT take your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for more information. 9-10 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page340 ...
... may make it difficult or even impossible for your Mazda outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. However, in the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Any kind of the... United States: l Recommended fuel may have the following problems if you NOT take your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for more information. 9-10 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page340 ...
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... vehicle outside Canada. Any kind of Canada: l Recommended fuel may not be eligible for use in Canada could be available. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page341 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (341,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside...on vacation. We strongly recommend that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in other countries. The differences may differ from those sold in the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. However, in other countries.
... vehicle outside Canada. Any kind of Canada: l Recommended fuel may not be eligible for use in Canada could be available. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page341 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (341,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside...on vacation. We strongly recommend that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in other countries. The differences may differ from those sold in the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. However, in other countries.
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In addition to registration problems, satisfactory service may be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. The Mazda warranty is valid only in another country. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page342 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (342,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects...
In addition to registration problems, satisfactory service may be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. The Mazda warranty is valid only in another country. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page342 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (342,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects...
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... the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page357 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to specification (page 10-6) and inspect the lug nuts for tightness...
... the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page357 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to specification (page 10-6) and inspect the lug nuts for tightness...
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... capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page366 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (366,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 9-36...
... capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page366 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (366,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. 9-36...
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Identification Numbers ...10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ...10-2 Specifications ...10-4 Specifications ...10-4 10-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page371 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (371,1) 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda.
Identification Numbers ...10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ...10-2 Specifications ...10-4 Specifications ...10-4 10-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page371 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (371,1) 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda.
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... Quality Lubricant Engine oil Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential oil Brake/Clutch fluid * Not available from Mazda Classification Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged. API Service...J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3 10-4 Form No.8V89-EA-06F The fine particulate coating on page 8-12. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page374 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (374,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Item Type Displacement Compression ratio Model Rotary engine 654 ml × 2 (654 cc × ...
... Quality Lubricant Engine oil Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential oil Brake/Clutch fluid * Not available from Mazda Classification Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged. API Service...J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3 10-4 Form No.8V89-EA-06F The fine particulate coating on page 8-12. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page374 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (374,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Item Type Displacement Compression ratio Model Rotary engine 654 ml × 2 (654 cc × ...
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... (3,075 lbs) 1,389 kg (3,062 lbs) 1,404 kg (3,095 lbs) qAir Conditioner Gas complies with dipsticks or reservoir gauges. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page375 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (375,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement Capacity 3.5 L (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Imp qt) 3.3 L (3.5 US...
... (3,075 lbs) 1,389 kg (3,062 lbs) 1,404 kg (3,095 lbs) qAir Conditioner Gas complies with dipsticks or reservoir gauges. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page375 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (375,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement Capacity 3.5 L (3.7 US qt, 3.1 Imp qt) 3.3 L (3.5 US...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page376 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (376,1) Specifications qLight Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb High beam Headlights Front turn signal lights Parking lights Fog lights í Front side-marker lights High-mount brake...have been optimally matched with the chassis of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 10-6 í Some models. Form No.8V89-EA-06F The rear combination component must be replaced ...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page376 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (376,1) Specifications qLight Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb High beam Headlights Front turn signal lights Parking lights Fog lights í Front side-marker lights High-mount brake...have been optimally matched with the chassis of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 10-6 í Some models. Form No.8V89-EA-06F The rear combination component must be replaced ...