Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Rear seat ...page 2-8 Front seats ...page 2-2 Seat belt ...page 2-10 Air bags ...page 2-29 Power door lock switch ...page 3-9 Power window lock switch ...page 3-18 Power window switches ...page 3-17 Hood release handle...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Rear seat ...page 2-8 Front seats ...page 2-2 Seat belt ...page 2-10 Air bags ...page 2-29 Power door lock switch ...page 3-9 Power window lock switch ...page 3-18 Power window switches ...page 3-17 Hood release handle...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page11 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Doors and keys ...page 3-2 Power windows ...page 3-16 Hood ...page 3-21 Trunk lid ...page 3-12 Fuel-filler lid ...page 3-19 Moonroof ...page 3-22 Outside mirror ...page 3-29 Rear window defroster ...page 5-54 Antenna ...page 6-10 Windshield wiper blades ...page 8-23 Tires ...page 8-28 Light bulbs ...page 8-33 1-5 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page11 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:10 PM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Doors and keys ...page 3-2 Power windows ...page 3-16 Hood ...page 3-21 Trunk lid ...page 3-12 Fuel-filler lid ...page 3-19 Moonroof ...page 3-22 Outside mirror ...page 3-29 Rear window defroster ...page 5-54 Antenna ...page 6-10 Windshield wiper blades ...page 8-23 Tires ...page 8-28 Light bulbs ...page 8-33 1-5 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
Owner's Manual
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opening/closing and adjustment of basic operations and controls; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page53 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (53,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Doors and Locks ...3-2 Keys ...3-2 Keyless Entry System ...3-3 Door Locks ...3-8 ...Trunk Lid ...3-12 Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever ...3-15 Power Windows ...3-16 Rear Quarter Windows ...3-18 Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ...3-19 Hood ...3-21 Moonroof í...
opening/closing and adjustment of basic operations and controls; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page53 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (53,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. Doors and Locks ...3-2 Keys ...3-2 Keyless Entry System ...3-3 Door Locks ...3-8 ...Trunk Lid ...3-12 Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever ...3-15 Power Windows ...3-16 Rear Quarter Windows ...3-18 Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ...3-19 Hood ...3-21 Moonroof í...
Owner's Manual
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...Use the support rod to unlock the hood. 3. WARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that the hood is moving and block the driver's vision which could fly open . qOpening the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to the right and lift the hood. Verify that it could result in place... and all filler caps are in a serious accident. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page73 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (73,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood 2. Slide the hood latch to make certain all loose items (e.g. Insert the support rod in the...
...Use the support rod to unlock the hood. 3. WARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that the hood is moving and block the driver's vision which could fly open . qOpening the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to the right and lift the hood. Verify that it could result in place... and all filler caps are in a serious accident. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page73 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (73,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Hood 2. Slide the hood latch to make certain all loose items (e.g. Insert the support rod in the...
Owner's Manual
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... to prevent the theft of magnetic field. To avoid damage to the key, do not allow the following, as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. l Devices for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION l Changes or modifications not... Metal parts of other vehicles equipped with a key the system recognizes. Get the key wet. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page76 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an immobilizer system ...
... to prevent the theft of magnetic field. To avoid damage to the key, do not allow the following, as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. l Devices for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION l Changes or modifications not... Metal parts of other vehicles equipped with a key the system recognizes. Get the key wet. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page76 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an immobilizer system ...
Owner's Manual
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...2. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it is designed to the ON position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page79 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System í The optional theft-deterrent system is properly armed. NOTE The... marked "LOCK" once. The following : l Unlock a door with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter. l Forcing open a door, the hood or the trunk lid. To properly secure the vehicle, always make sure all the windows are completely closed and all doors and the trunk lid...
...2. Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it is designed to the ON position. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page79 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:11 PM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System í The optional theft-deterrent system is properly armed. NOTE The... marked "LOCK" once. The following : l Unlock a door with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter. l Forcing open a door, the hood or the trunk lid. To properly secure the vehicle, always make sure all the windows are completely closed and all doors and the trunk lid...
Owner's Manual
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.... If the air conditioner is filled with the engine running . To prevent the battery from the hood and the air inlet in humid weather. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for quick cooling of the cabin air filter. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page158 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (158,1) Interior Comfort Climate...
.... If the air conditioner is filled with the engine running . To prevent the battery from the hood and the air inlet in humid weather. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for quick cooling of the cabin air filter. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page158 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (158,1) Interior Comfort Climate...
Owner's Manual
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... automatic transmission in park (P), a manual transmission in neutral. Open the hood ONLY after the ignition switch is no longer escaping from the engine. CAUTION If the cooling fan does not operate while the engine is probably too hot. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page224 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate...the electrical cooling fan when it cools. Cooling System Cap: When the engine and radiator are hot. Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-18 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Wait until it is running before attempting to the side of the road and park off . You...
... automatic transmission in park (P), a manual transmission in neutral. Open the hood ONLY after the ignition switch is no longer escaping from the engine. CAUTION If the cooling fan does not operate while the engine is probably too hot. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page224 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate...the electrical cooling fan when it cools. Cooling System Cap: When the engine and radiator are hot. Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-18 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Wait until it is running before attempting to the side of the road and park off . You...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page243 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (243,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may turn on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. Running the Engine: Working under the hood, make sure the ...fan is not running is dangerous. It becomes even more dangerous when you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Therefore, if you remove all ...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page243 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (243,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may turn on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. Running the Engine: Working under the hood, make sure the ...fan is not running is dangerous. It becomes even more dangerous when you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Therefore, if you remove all ...
Owner's Manual
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... filter. Unless it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on locks during cold weather. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page256 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (256,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication All moving points ...of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on its condition. This air filter may be lubricated each ...
... filter. Unless it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on locks during cold weather. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page256 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (256,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication All moving points ...of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on its condition. This air filter may be lubricated each ...
Owner's Manual
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...the reach of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove the retainers and partially peel back the mudguard. qReplacing a Headlight Bulb 1. Lift the hood and find the high and low beam bulbs in the rear of the bulb with bare hands, body oil could receive an electric ... bulb is off and the headlight switch is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page268 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (268,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. Do not replace the xenon fusion ...
...the reach of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove the retainers and partially peel back the mudguard. qReplacing a Headlight Bulb 1. Lift the hood and find the high and low beam bulbs in the rear of the bulb with bare hands, body oil could receive an electric ... bulb is off and the headlight switch is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page268 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (268,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. Do not replace the xenon fusion ...
Owner's Manual
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...electrical components don't work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block under the hood If the headlights or other switches. 2. NOTE l To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-42). Verify that the engine cover is blown, it with a new one of ...the same amperage rating. Remove the fuse block cover. Next to air filter Normal Blown 3. Follow these steps: 1. If a fuse is blown, replace it must be replaced. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
...electrical components don't work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block under the hood If the headlights or other switches. 2. NOTE l To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-42). Verify that the engine cover is blown, it with a new one of ...the same amperage rating. Remove the fuse block cover. Next to air filter Normal Blown 3. Follow these steps: 1. If a fuse is blown, replace it must be replaced. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page317 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (317,1) Index D Dashboard Illumination ...5-35 Daytime Running Lights ...5-50 Defroster Rear window ...5-54 Dimensions... ...8-40 E Emergency Starting ...7-20 Flooded engine ...7-20 Jump-starting ...7-21 Push-starting ...7-24 Emergency Towing ...7-25 Emission Control System ...4-3 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Exhaust gas ...4-5 Hood release ...3-21 Oil ...8-12 Overheating ...7-18 Starting ...5-3 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Coolant Overheating ...7-18 G Gauges ...5-30 Glove Box ...6-47 11-3 Form No.8T69-EA...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page317 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (317,1) Index D Dashboard Illumination ...5-35 Daytime Running Lights ...5-50 Defroster Rear window ...5-54 Dimensions... ...8-40 E Emergency Starting ...7-20 Flooded engine ...7-20 Jump-starting ...7-21 Push-starting ...7-24 Emergency Towing ...7-25 Emission Control System ...4-3 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Exhaust gas ...4-5 Hood release ...3-21 Oil ...8-12 Overheating ...7-18 Starting ...5-3 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Coolant Overheating ...7-18 G Gauges ...5-30 Glove Box ...6-47 11-3 Form No.8T69-EA...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page318 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (318,1) Index H Hazard Warning Flasher ...5-56 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Headlight Washer ...5-54 Headlights Control ...5-49 Flashing ...5-50 High-low beam ...5-49 Leveling ...5-50 On reminder ...5-49 HomeLink Wireless Control System ...5-56 Hood Release ...3-21 Horn ...5-55 I Information Display ...6-42 Ambient temperature display...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page318 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (318,1) Index H Hazard Warning Flasher ...5-56 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Headlight Washer ...5-54 Headlights Control ...5-49 Flashing ...5-50 High-low beam ...5-49 Leveling ...5-50 On reminder ...5-49 HomeLink Wireless Control System ...5-56 Hood Release ...3-21 Horn ...5-55 I Information Display ...6-42 Ambient temperature display...