Owner's Manual
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... manual. Please refer to the part. NOTE A NOTE provides information and sometimes suggests how to make better use of the vehicle, indicates that in this manual means "Do not do this" or "Do not let this manual contains information related to the manual for a detailed explanation. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page4 Friday, May..., you get the most driving pleasure from cover to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in which bodily injury or damage to your Mazda.
... manual. Please refer to the part. NOTE A NOTE provides information and sometimes suggests how to make better use of the vehicle, indicates that in this manual means "Do not do this" or "Do not let this manual contains information related to the manual for a detailed explanation. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page4 Friday, May..., you get the most driving pleasure from cover to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in which bodily injury or damage to your Mazda.
Owner's Manual
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... including warranties and add-on what to keep your Mazda. Driving Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system,...Use of basic operations and controls; In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on equipment. 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...
... including warranties and add-on what to keep your Mazda. Driving Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about your Mazda. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system,...Use of basic operations and controls; In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on equipment. 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...
Owner's Manual
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... belt that is caught or pinched in a collision. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to use a crash-used in an accident than no protection in the door is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page22 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt...the front seat belts inspected. The front seat belt is built into the rear door, and the lower part of injury in a collision and this is another reason to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. After they are not replaced, ...
... belt that is caught or pinched in a collision. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to use a crash-used in an accident than no protection in the door is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page22 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt...the front seat belts inspected. The front seat belt is built into the rear door, and the lower part of injury in a collision and this is another reason to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. After they are not replaced, ...
Owner's Manual
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... that children be used on the rear seats which are required by deployment of the front passenger air bag, the front passenger seat weight sensors work as a part of the supplemental ...Mazda strongly recommends that come with the air bag system activated. Check your vehicle. Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for children in the rear and use ...EA-06F For more so with a supplemental restraint system (air bags). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page31 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment...
... that children be used on the rear seats which are required by deployment of the front passenger air bag, the front passenger seat weight sensors work as a part of the supplemental ...Mazda strongly recommends that come with the air bag system activated. Check your vehicle. Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for children in the rear and use ...EA-06F For more so with a supplemental restraint system (air bags). RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page31 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment...
Owner's Manual
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... for air bag inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact. l l l l Small children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-19). In certain states and provinces, larger children must be protected by...activate the air bags. Carefully consider which allows better control of frontal and side impacts occur. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page44 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential ...Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to these parts of the body. The side and curtain air bags and the frontal air bag system will...
... for air bag inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact. l l l l Small children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-19). In certain states and provinces, larger children must be protected by...activate the air bags. Carefully consider which allows better control of frontal and side impacts occur. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page44 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential ...Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to these parts of the body. The side and curtain air bags and the frontal air bag system will...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page65 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (65,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ...3-2 Advanced Keys í ...3-2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ...3-7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ...3-14 Advanced Key Suspend Function ...3-17 Warning and Beep Sounds ...3-18 Setting Change (Function Customization) ...3-20...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page65 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (65,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ...3-2 Advanced Keys í ...3-2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ...3-7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ...3-14 Advanced Key Suspend Function ...3-17 Warning and Beep Sounds ...3-18 Setting Change (Function Customization) ...3-20...
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... and locked, the horn will be locked when any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with Part 15 of the device. Lock button To lock the doors, press the lock button. l (U.S.A.) This device complies with RSS-210 of the... doors are locked visually or audibly by use of Industry CANADA. l l Unlock button To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page79 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Transmitter Lock...
... and locked, the horn will be locked when any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with Part 15 of the device. Lock button To lock the doors, press the lock button. l (U.S.A.) This device complies with RSS-210 of the... doors are locked visually or audibly by use of Industry CANADA. l l Unlock button To unlock the driver's door, press the unlock button. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page79 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Transmitter Lock...
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... l The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are required. Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with Part 15 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful ...undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of the FCC Rules. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page88 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l qTransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button The keyless entry...
... l The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are required. Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with Part 15 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful ...undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of the FCC Rules. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page88 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l qTransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button The keyless entry...
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...vehicle. They all doors. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page94 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l (With advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked using the door-lock knob ...the key in the unlock position for about a second unlocks all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch is pushed. 3-30 Form No.8V89-EA-06F When locking the doors this ...way, be locked using the power door locks with door-lock switch All doors lock automatically when LOCK is pushed. ...
...vehicle. They all doors. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page94 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l (With advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked using the door-lock knob ...the key in the unlock position for about a second unlocks all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch is pushed. 3-30 Form No.8V89-EA-06F When locking the doors this ...way, be locked using the power door locks with door-lock switch All doors lock automatically when LOCK is pushed. ...
Owner's Manual
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...disarmed when the ignition switch is flashing, remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must...start , check the security indicator light. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page113 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (113,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the device. If you are using the proper key and your immobilizer system....
...disarmed when the ignition switch is flashing, remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more tries, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Go to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must...start , check the security indicator light. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page113 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (113,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the device. If you are using the proper key and your immobilizer system....
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...vehicle. NOTE While the engine is subject to penalties. CAUTION Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on a used vehicle is part of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside and outside of engine malfunction. Either condition will...injury or death. l l l l l l USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page124 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (124,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your ...
...vehicle. NOTE While the engine is subject to penalties. CAUTION Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on a used vehicle is part of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside and outside of engine malfunction. Either condition will...injury or death. l l l l l l USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page124 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (124,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your ...
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... to and from winter tires. A current converter device such as a personal computer. l When excess snow or ice adheres to the stem part of the wheel unit. l l qTires and Wheels CAUTION When inspecting or adjusting the tire air pressures, do not apply excessive force to the... vehicle, especially around the wheels. 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. The warning light will flash continuously while the...
... to and from winter tires. A current converter device such as a personal computer. l When excess snow or ice adheres to the stem part of the wheel unit. l l qTires and Wheels CAUTION When inspecting or adjusting the tire air pressures, do not apply excessive force to the... vehicle, especially around the wheels. 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. The warning light will flash continuously while the...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page197 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE WARNING Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature: Using the HomeLink system with any garage ...ID: NZLSTDHL3 CANADA:4112104541A This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada rules. l CAUTION HomeLink has been tested and complies with FCC rules part 15. l Verify that there is subject to the following conditions: 1- Operation is a remote control transmitter available for the device you would ...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page197 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE WARNING Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature: Using the HomeLink system with any garage ...ID: NZLSTDHL3 CANADA:4112104541A This device complies with FCC and Industry Canada rules. l CAUTION HomeLink has been tested and complies with FCC rules part 15. l Verify that there is subject to the following conditions: 1- Operation is a remote control transmitter available for the device you would ...
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... the windows. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in humid weather. NOTE qParking in Direct Sunlight If the vehicle has been parked in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Lack of time with the heater to keep internal parts lubricated. qClearing the Air Inlet Clear ...hood and the air inlet in the ACC position when the engine is low on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page202 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (202,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating ...
... the windows. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in humid weather. NOTE qParking in Direct Sunlight If the vehicle has been parked in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Lack of time with the heater to keep internal parts lubricated. qClearing the Air Inlet Clear ...hood and the air inlet in the ACC position when the engine is low on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page202 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (202,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating ...
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... generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. 6-43 Form No.8V89-EA-06F However, there is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.... accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with part 15 of procedures other than those specified herein may result in a residential installation. ...has been tested and found to comply with the top case of the FCC Rules. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page243 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior...
... generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a particular installation. 6-43 Form No.8V89-EA-06F However, there is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.... accept any interference received, including interference that interference will not occur in accordance with part 15 of procedures other than those specified herein may result in a residential installation. ...has been tested and found to comply with the top case of the FCC Rules. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page243 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior...
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...l To remove, open the cover. Don't use the ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. CAUTION l Don't touch the metal part of the lighter, you may damage it or cause electrical failure. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page249 Friday, May 19 2006 ...9:52 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Do not use the lighter socket for trash. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it will overheat. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. To use...
...l To remove, open the cover. Don't use the ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. CAUTION l Don't touch the metal part of the lighter, you may damage it or cause electrical failure. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page249 Friday, May 19 2006 ...9:52 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Do not use the lighter socket for trash. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it will overheat. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. To use...
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... V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set). 7-22 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page276 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (276,1) In Case of ...sparks near or to explode and injure someone. You can cause serious burns and injuries. CAUTION Use only a 12 V booster system. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite ... of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from parts that will be moving: Connecting a jumper cable near open battery cells are dangerous. Connect the...
... V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set). 7-22 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page276 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (276,1) In Case of ...sparks near or to explode and injure someone. You can cause serious burns and injuries. CAUTION Use only a 12 V booster system. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite ... of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from parts that will be moving: Connecting a jumper cable near open battery cells are dangerous. Connect the...
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... evidence that have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle when using parts equivalent to your Mazda, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may perform maintenance. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (284...
... evidence that have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle when using parts equivalent to your Mazda, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may perform maintenance. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (284...
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...marks between L and F. Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Full OK Low 6. Do not use a match or live flame in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it 's near the electrical cooling... fan when it is running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. The distance between L and F on the dipstick represents the ... injured. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the engine compartment. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page296 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (296,1) Maintenance and Care Owner...
...marks between L and F. Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Full OK Low 6. Do not use a match or live flame in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it 's near the electrical cooling... fan when it is running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. The distance between L and F on the dipstick represents the ... injured. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the engine compartment. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page296 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (296,1) Maintenance and Care Owner...
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... is cool. Don't use a solution that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. l Changing the coolant should be protected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The coolant should...corrosion protection and to bring the level to prevent corrosion and freezing. The engine has aluminum parts and must be at the beginning of all cooling system and heater hoses. These coolants ....8V89-EA-06F DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant. NOTE If it off . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page297 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (297,1) Maintenance and Care...
... is cool. Don't use a solution that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. l Changing the coolant should be protected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The coolant should...corrosion protection and to bring the level to prevent corrosion and freezing. The engine has aluminum parts and must be at the beginning of all cooling system and heater hoses. These coolants ....8V89-EA-06F DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant. NOTE If it off . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page297 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (297,1) Maintenance and Care...