Owner's Manual
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Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. Slow down a hill is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may cause damage to the ... a long period of time. l Don't race the engine. l l Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda. Keep the engine tuned. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page123 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:54 PM Black plate (123,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Don't drive constantly at...
Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. Slow down a hill is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may cause damage to the ... a long period of time. l Don't race the engine. l l Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda. Keep the engine tuned. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page123 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:54 PM Black plate (123,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Don't drive constantly at...
Owner's Manual
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...air inlet in the cowl grille to change the filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. Lack of time with the engine running . RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page198 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:56 PM Black plate (...normal conditions. The recirculated air position should be used only when driving on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in direct sunlight during hot weather, open the windows to keep...
...air inlet in the cowl grille to change the filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. Lack of time with the engine running . RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page198 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:56 PM Black plate (...normal conditions. The recirculated air position should be used only when driving on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qOutside/Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in direct sunlight during hot weather, open the windows to keep...
Owner's Manual
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... Introduction ...8-2 Introduction ...8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Owner Maintenance ...8-8 Owner Maintenance Schedule ...8-8 Owner Maintenance Precautions ...8-9 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Oil ...8-12 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-18 Washer Fluid ...8-19 Body Lubrication ...8-20 Air Filter ...8-21 Wiper Blades ...8-22 Battery ...8-24 Tires ...8-27 Light Bulbs ...8-32 Fuses ...8-39 Appearance Care ...How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
... Introduction ...8-2 Introduction ...8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ...8-3 Owner Maintenance ...8-8 Owner Maintenance Schedule ...8-8 Owner Maintenance Precautions ...8-9 Engine Compartment Overview ...8-11 Engine Oil ...8-12 Engine Coolant ...8-15 Brake/Clutch Fluid ...8-18 Washer Fluid ...8-19 Body Lubrication ...8-20 Air Filter ...8-21 Wiper Blades ...8-22 Battery ...8-24 Tires ...8-27 Light Bulbs ...8-32 Fuses ...8-39 Appearance Care ...How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Owner's Manual
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... materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of the following conditions apply. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page277 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (277,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of idling or low-speed operation Driving for long...
... materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of the following conditions apply. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page277 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (277,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of idling or low-speed operation Driving for long...
Owner's Manual
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...,000 miles) or 60 months Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months ; RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page278 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (278,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42...
...,000 miles) or 60 months Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120 months ; RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page278 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (278,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42...
Owner's Manual
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...in vehicles with new one before the expiration date. 8-5 Form No.8U58-EA-05J RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page279 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (279,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24... the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to perform maintenance on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. Replace the tire...
...in vehicles with new one before the expiration date. 8-5 Form No.8U58-EA-05J RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page279 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (279,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24... the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to perform maintenance on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. Replace the tire...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page280 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (280,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 ...
RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page280 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (280,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 ...
Owner's Manual
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...maintenance. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to perform maintenance on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page281 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (281,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance... Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) I I I I I I I I I I R R I I I I I I R I I I I R R I Maintenance Interval 48 96 60 I CHASSIS and BODY Brake line, hoses and connection Brake and clutch fluid level Brake fluid Disc brakes Tire (rotation) Tire inflation...
...maintenance. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to perform maintenance on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page281 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (281,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance... Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) I I I I I I I I I I R R I I I I I I R I I I I R R I Maintenance Interval 48 96 60 I CHASSIS and BODY Brake line, hoses and connection Brake and clutch fluid level Brake fluid Disc brakes Tire (rotation) Tire inflation...
Owner's Manual
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... follow the directions in this manual. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page282 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (282,1) 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...
... follow the directions in this manual. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page282 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (282,1) 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...
Owner's Manual
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... engine with used oil to the F mark on the dipstick. 6. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for information. 2. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page288 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (288,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l 1. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. Each mark from the F mark equates to...
... engine with used oil to the F mark on the dipstick. 6. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for information. 2. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page288 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (288,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l 1. Remove the oil-filler cap. 3. Each mark from the F mark equates to...
Owner's Manual
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...turns on the coolant reservoir when the engine is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Inspect the condition and connections of the winter season―and before traveling...to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). It will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. CAUTION l Use only soft...cooling system and heater hoses. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page290 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION Radiator coolant will ...
...turns on the coolant reservoir when the engine is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Inspect the condition and connections of the winter season―and before traveling...to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). It will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. CAUTION l Use only soft...cooling system and heater hoses. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page290 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION Radiator coolant will ...
Owner's Manual
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... injury from escaping hot coolant or steam. If engine coolant other than FL22 type is used coolant. 3. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page291 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE To change coolant If the "FL22" mark is shown on the cap ― still using a cloth...
... injury from escaping hot coolant or steam. If engine coolant other than FL22 type is used coolant. 3. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page291 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE To change coolant If the "FL22" mark is shown on the cap ― still using a cloth...
Owner's Manual
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..., replace the filter more often than recommended intervals. 1. Each time you inspect it to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Clean or replace the filter. 7. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page295 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (295,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Air Filter CAUTION Don't drive without an air filter. Wipe inside the air cleaner...
..., replace the filter more often than recommended intervals. 1. Each time you inspect it to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Clean or replace the filter. 7. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page295 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (295,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Air Filter CAUTION Don't drive without an air filter. Wipe inside the air cleaner...
Owner's Manual
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.... Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-28 Form No.8U58-EA-05J Don't release air from warm tires to specification (page 10-6) and inspect the lug nuts for uneven wear and damage. Keep your vehicle. According to the scheduled maintenance charts.Refer to side...side. CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that comes with your tire pressure at the correct levels. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page302 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (302,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold.
.... Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. 8-28 Form No.8U58-EA-05J Don't release air from warm tires to specification (page 10-6) and inspect the lug nuts for uneven wear and damage. Keep your vehicle. According to the scheduled maintenance charts.Refer to side...side. CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that comes with your tire pressure at the correct levels. RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page302 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (302,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold.
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page377 Thursday, August 25 2005 5:0 PM Black plate (377,1) Index L Lane-Change Signals ...5-56 Light Bulbs Replacement...Emergency ...7-2 Power Door Locks ...3-30 Power Steering ...5-18 Power steering malfunction indicator light ...5-18 Power Windows ...3-37 Push-Starting ...7-24 M Maintenance Introduction ...8-2 Owner maintenance precautions...8-9 Owner maintenance schedule ...8-8 Scheduled ...8-3 Manual Transmission Operation ...5-9 Recommendations for shifting...5-10 Map Lights ...6-39 Meters and Gauges ...5-32 Mirrors Outside mirrors ...3-53 Rearview mirror ...3-...
RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page377 Thursday, August 25 2005 5:0 PM Black plate (377,1) Index L Lane-Change Signals ...5-56 Light Bulbs Replacement...Emergency ...7-2 Power Door Locks ...3-30 Power Steering ...5-18 Power steering malfunction indicator light ...5-18 Power Windows ...3-37 Push-Starting ...7-24 M Maintenance Introduction ...8-2 Owner maintenance precautions...8-9 Owner maintenance schedule ...8-8 Scheduled ...8-3 Manual Transmission Operation ...5-9 Recommendations for shifting...5-10 Map Lights ...6-39 Meters and Gauges ...5-32 Mirrors Outside mirrors ...3-53 Rearview mirror ...3-...