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... Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Oil ...8-12 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ...8-19 Washer Fluid ...8-21 Body Lubrication ...8-22 Air Filter ...8-22 Wiper Blades ...8-23 Battery ...8-26 Tires ...8-28 Light Bulbs ...8-33 Fuses ...8-40 Appearance Care ...How to keep your Mazda in top condition. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page235...
... Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Oil ...8-12 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-18 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ...8-19 Washer Fluid ...8-21 Body Lubrication ...8-22 Air Filter ...8-22 Wiper Blades ...8-23 Battery ...8-26 Tires ...8-28 Light Bulbs ...8-33 Fuses ...8-40 Appearance Care ...How to keep your Mazda in top condition. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page235...
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...every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months L L L L L L L L Inspect every year I I ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine coolant CHASSIS and BODY Brake line, hoses and connection... and ball joints Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil Driveshaft dust boots Exhaust system and heat shields All locks and hinges Flat tire repair kit*2 Replace at first 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page238 Wednesday,...
...every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months L L L L L L L L Inspect every year I I ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine coolant CHASSIS and BODY Brake line, hoses and connection... and ball joints Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil Driveshaft dust boots Exhaust system and heat shields All locks and hinges Flat tire repair kit*2 Replace at first 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 48 months; RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page238 Wednesday,...
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... I I I I I I I I I Inspect every year I I I I I R I I I I R R I L I I I I I I I I C 48 96 60 ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine coolant Engine coolant level ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of months... R I C C R R Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) I I 8-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page240 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (240,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance ...
... I I I I I I I I I Inspect every year I I I I I R I I I I R R I L I I I I I I I I C 48 96 60 ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter Fuel lines, hoses and connections*1 COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system Engine coolant Engine coolant level ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of months... R I C C R R Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles) I I 8-6 Form No.8T69-EA-04G RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page240 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (240,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance ...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page242 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (242,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer... or qualified service technician as soon as possible. l l l Air filter (page 8-22) Engine coolant (page 8-15) Engine oil (page 8-14) 8-8 Form No.8T69-EA-04G qWhen Refueling l l l...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page242 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (242,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer... or qualified service technician as soon as possible. l l l Air filter (page 8-22) Engine coolant (page 8-15) Engine oil (page 8-14) 8-8 Form No.8T69-EA-04G qWhen Refueling l l l...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page245 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (245,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transmission) Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Battery Fuse block (near battery) Fuse block (next to air filter) Air filter 8-11 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page245 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (245,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transmission) Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Battery Fuse block (near battery) Fuse block (next to air filter) Air filter 8-11 Form No.8T69-EA-04G
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...drain plug for information. Remove the engine cover. Fill the engine with soap and water immediately after the oil has thoroughly drained. 5. Securely reinstall the oil-filler cap. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page248 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (248,1) Maintenance and Care ... the engine cover is dangerous. qChanging Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to the oil pan. 8-14 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Changing engine oil 2. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. Turn it off and ...
...drain plug for information. Remove the engine cover. Fill the engine with soap and water immediately after the oil has thoroughly drained. 5. Securely reinstall the oil-filler cap. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page248 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (248,1) Maintenance and Care ... the engine cover is dangerous. qChanging Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to the oil pan. 8-14 Form No.8T69-EA-04G Changing engine oil 2. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. Turn it off and ...
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...filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do not open it is running is not running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the engine compartment. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. Use only specified engine oil (page 10-4). l l Changing oil filter...The indicated engine oil capacities are for capacities.) NOTE l Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Hot Engine: A hot engine is securely installed. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
...filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do not open it is running is not running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the engine compartment. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. Use only specified engine oil (page 10-4). l l Changing oil filter...The indicated engine oil capacities are for capacities.) NOTE l Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Hot Engine: A hot engine is securely installed. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT. RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 ...
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Make sure the ignition switch is changed. Disconnect the electrical connector. 8-22 Form No.8T69-EA-04G 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, ... sure the hood's secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is operated in excessive engine wear. This air filter may be lubricated each time the engine oil is turned off. 2. Unless it is very dirty, simply shake it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and...
Make sure the ignition switch is changed. Disconnect the electrical connector. 8-22 Form No.8T69-EA-04G 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, ... sure the hood's secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is operated in excessive engine wear. This air filter may be lubricated each time the engine oil is turned off. 2. Unless it is very dirty, simply shake it , wipe inside the air cleaner housing with compressed air and...
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RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page311 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (311,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Engine oil With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement L 3.5 3.3 9.8 1.75 8.7 1.3 60 Unit US qt 3.7 3.5 10.4 1.8 9.2 1.4 15.9 (US gal) Imp qt 3.1 2.9 8.6 1.5 7.7 1.1 13.2 (Imp gal) Coolant Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential oil Fuel tank Check oil and fluid levels with...
RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page311 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (311,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Engine oil With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement L 3.5 3.3 9.8 1.75 8.7 1.3 60 Unit US qt 3.7 3.5 10.4 1.8 9.2 1.4 15.9 (US gal) Imp qt 3.1 2.9 8.6 1.5 7.7 1.1 13.2 (Imp gal) Coolant Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential oil Fuel tank Check oil and fluid levels with...