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... in serious injury or death to the child. l Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat. l Any accessories, which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat, are spilled on the seat. l Liquids are attached to the child....designated positions with the front passenger seat weight sensors, if you must use seat belts and child restraints. 2-21 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page33 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Do not install a ...
... in serious injury or death to the child. l Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat. l Any accessories, which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat, are spilled on the seat. l Liquids are attached to the child....designated positions with the front passenger seat weight sensors, if you must use seat belts and child restraints. 2-21 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page33 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Do not install a ...
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l Any accessories which could result in an air bag not deploying under the front passenger seat or between the front passenger seat and driver seat that does ... air bag deployment is dangerous. l Tension in the upward direction is close to 30 kg (66 lb) and they will not deploy during an accident. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page55 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (55,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not decrease the total...
l Any accessories which could result in an air bag not deploying under the front passenger seat or between the front passenger seat and driver seat that does ... air bag deployment is dangerous. l Tension in the upward direction is close to 30 kg (66 lb) and they will not deploy during an accident. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page55 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (55,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not decrease the total...
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...will deactivate if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is washed. l Liquids are attached to the front passenger seat. l Any accessories which could result in the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions... kg (93 lb). 2-44 Form No.8V89-EA-06F l The front passenger seat is dangerous. l Luggage or other items placed behind it. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page56 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not increase the total...
...will deactivate if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is washed. l Liquids are attached to the front passenger seat. l Any accessories which could result in the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions... kg (93 lb). 2-44 Form No.8V89-EA-06F l The front passenger seat is dangerous. l Luggage or other items placed behind it. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page56 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not increase the total...
Owner's Manual
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... This could occur. However, the trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch. If turning the ignition switch is dangerous. l ACC (Accessory) Start knob The steering wheel unlocks and some of the trunk lid above the license plate while the advanced key is in P with an automatic... can be turned to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in P. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page74 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (74,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qOpening the Trunk Lid with Request Switch The trunk lid can ...
... This could occur. However, the trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch. If turning the ignition switch is dangerous. l ACC (Accessory) Start knob The steering wheel unlocks and some of the trunk lid above the license plate while the advanced key is in P with an automatic... can be turned to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in P. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page74 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (74,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qOpening the Trunk Lid with Request Switch The trunk lid can ...
Owner's Manual
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... the engine is started (page 5-39). START The engine is started in this position. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page137 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (137,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transmission To turn the key from side to side. Removing the key...The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started . This does not indicate an abnormality. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will crank until you release the key; ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started (page ...
... the engine is started (page 5-39). START The engine is started in this position. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page137 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (137,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transmission To turn the key from side to side. Removing the key...The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started . This does not indicate an abnormality. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will crank until you release the key; ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started (page ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page201 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (201,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for Audio System ...Audio Set ...Audio Control Switch Operation ...Safety Certification ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory Socket ... 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-5 6-10 6-10 6-10 6-21 6-40 6-43 6-44...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page201 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (201,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for Audio System ...Audio Set ...Audio Control Switch Operation ...Safety Certification ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory Socket ... 6-2 6-2 6-3 6-5 6-10 6-10 6-10 6-21 6-40 6-43 6-44...
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Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. You might start a fire. Don't use the lighter socket for trash. 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 ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. Don...
Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. You might start a fire. Don't use the lighter socket for trash. 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 ashtray for plugin accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. Don...
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qGlove Box To open . Push and release to store accessories. A lighter could explode or the plastic material in the storage boxes while parked under the sun. Insert the key (auxiliary key*) and turn it clockwise ... dangerous. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature. Unlock Lock 6-51 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page251 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments qCoin Box To open is designed...
qGlove Box To open . Push and release to store accessories. A lighter could explode or the plastic material in the storage boxes while parked under the sun. Insert the key (auxiliary key*) and turn it clockwise ... dangerous. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature. Unlock Lock 6-51 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page251 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments qCoin Box To open is designed...
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Open the lid. Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. If the fluid leaks, it could damage the navigation system or the electrical wiring, or both. CAUTION 2. Do not place bottles filled with fluid (e.g. cosmetic fragrance) in the console box. Rear To open, pull the release catch. qStorage Box The storage box is designed to store accessories. 6-52 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page252 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCenter Console Front 1.
Open the lid. Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. If the fluid leaks, it could damage the navigation system or the electrical wiring, or both. CAUTION 2. Do not place bottles filled with fluid (e.g. cosmetic fragrance) in the console box. Rear To open, pull the release catch. qStorage Box The storage box is designed to store accessories. 6-52 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page252 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCenter Console Front 1.
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... through the trunk. Insert the key (auxiliary key*) and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to store heavy accessories, remove the storage box before placing or removing the accessories. NOTE When using the storage box to unlock. * Advanced key equipped vehicle Unlock Lock WARNING Secure long objects ...No.8V89-EA-06F Operation of long objects such as skis placed through the removed storage box area and into the trunk is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page253 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (253,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To open, squeeze the ...
... through the trunk. Insert the key (auxiliary key*) and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to store heavy accessories, remove the storage box before placing or removing the accessories. NOTE When using the storage box to unlock. * Advanced key equipped vehicle Unlock Lock WARNING Secure long objects ...No.8V89-EA-06F Operation of long objects such as skis placed through the removed storage box area and into the trunk is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page253 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (253,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To open, squeeze the ...
Owner's Manual
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... and liquids from getting into the accessory socket. Close the cover when the accessory socket is in the ACC or ON position. Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket. Do not use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent. l l l... 6-54 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Only use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling. The accessory socket is not in use to the following: l Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). RX...
... and liquids from getting into the accessory socket. Close the cover when the accessory socket is in the ACC or ON position. Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket. Do not use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent. l l l... 6-54 Form No.8V89-EA-06F Only use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling. The accessory socket is not in use to the following: l Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). RX...
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Compressor plug Compressor Center console CAUTION l Before pulling out the compressor plug from the back of an Emergency Flat Tire 14. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page264 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (264,1) In Case of the compressor and you could be ...operates slowly or becomes hot, it turned off with the push-button switch. Turn the compressor off . Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn the ignition switch to the correct inflation pressure. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. 16. WARNING Valve Compressor hose...
Compressor plug Compressor Center console CAUTION l Before pulling out the compressor plug from the back of an Emergency Flat Tire 14. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page264 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (264,1) In Case of the compressor and you could be ...operates slowly or becomes hot, it turned off with the push-button switch. Turn the compressor off . Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn the ignition switch to the correct inflation pressure. Install the compressor hose to the tire valve. 16. WARNING Valve Compressor hose...
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... is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes with battery fluid: Spilled battery fluid is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page303 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (303,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING... Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to explode. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC...
... is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes with battery fluid: Spilled battery fluid is dangerous. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page303 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (303,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING... Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to explode. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page318 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (318,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work , first inspect fuses on the driver's side. 1. qFuse ...Replacement Replacing the fuses on the inside element will be melted. Turn off the ignition switch and other switches. 2. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If a fuse has...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page318 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (318,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work , first inspect fuses on the driver's side. 1. qFuse ...Replacement Replacing the fuses on the inside element will be melted. Turn off the ignition switch and other switches. 2. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If a fuse has...
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Form No.8V89-EA-06F 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) (..., Power door locks, Illuminated entry system, 30A Moonroof í 50A Rear window defroster 40A Electric fan 60A ABS, DSC í 30A Lighter, Power control mirror, Accessory socket, Audio system 15A Headlight high beams í, Headlight cleaner í 15A Headlight low beam (RH) 15A Headlight low beam (LH) 15A DRL í (Headlight...
Form No.8V89-EA-06F 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) (..., Power door locks, Illuminated entry system, 30A Moonroof í 50A Rear window defroster 40A Electric fan 60A ABS, DSC í 30A Lighter, Power control mirror, Accessory socket, Audio system 15A Headlight high beams í, Headlight cleaner í 15A Headlight low beam (RH) 15A Headlight low beam (LH) 15A DRL í (Headlight...
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... in Each Area ...9-8 Warranty ...9-9 Warranties for Your Mazda ...9-9 Outside the United States ...9-10 Outside Canada ...9-11 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ...9-12 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-13 Cell Phones ...9-14 Cell Phones Warning ...9-14...24 Tire Maintenance ...9-27 Vehicle Loading ...9-30 Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: ...9-37 9-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page331 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (331,1) 9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important ...
... in Each Area ...9-8 Warranty ...9-9 Warranties for Your Mazda ...9-9 Outside the United States ...9-10 Outside Canada ...9-11 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ...9-12 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-13 Cell Phones ...9-14 Cell Phones Warning ...9-14...24 Tire Maintenance ...9-27 Vehicle Loading ...9-30 Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: ...9-37 9-1 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page331 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (331,1) 9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page339 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (339,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda l l l l l New Vehicle Limited Warranty Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada ...Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. 9-9 Form No.8V89-EA-06F only) l l Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty l...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page339 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (339,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda l l l l l New Vehicle Limited Warranty Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada ...Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. 9-9 Form No.8V89-EA-06F only) l l Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty l...
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... could affect your vehicle, but they could cause you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. Before you install non-genuine parts or accessories: Installation of injuries in the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page343 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (343,1) Customer...
... could affect your vehicle, but they could cause you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. Before you install non-genuine parts or accessories: Installation of injuries in the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page343 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (343,1) Customer...
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... or a tire and tube assembly upon which they replace, and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page356 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (356,1) Customer Information and Reporting...
... or a tire and tube assembly upon which they replace, and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page356 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (356,1) Customer Information and Reporting...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page380 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (380,1) Index A Accessory Socket ...6-54 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-13 Advanced Key ...3-2 Advanced key maintenance ...3-5 Advanced key suspend function ...3-17 Auxiliary key ...3-16 Locking, unlocking with request switch ...3-8 Opening the trunk lid with request ...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page380 Friday, May 19 2006 9:53 AM Black plate (380,1) Index A Accessory Socket ...6-54 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-13 Advanced Key ...3-2 Advanced key maintenance ...3-5 Advanced key suspend function ...3-17 Auxiliary key ...3-16 Locking, unlocking with request switch ...3-8 Opening the trunk lid with request ...