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... the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rotate and close the cap. Reinsert the auxiliary key. 3-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qService If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing the ( ) mark on the cap. ) Radio ... compliance could void the user's authority to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page70 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. CAUTION 4. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack...
... the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the advanced keyless functions, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rotate and close the cap. Reinsert the auxiliary key. 3-6 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qService If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing the ( ) mark on the cap. ) Radio ... compliance could void the user's authority to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page70 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (70,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3. CAUTION 4. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack...
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...Tab NOTE If it is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to remove the battery by A and remove the battery. If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing down. ) 3. Install the key to remove ...from the transmitter. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to the transmitter. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page91 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the keyless entry system...
...Tab NOTE If it is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to remove the battery by A and remove the battery. If you have a problem with the positive pole ( facing down. ) 3. Install the key to remove ...from the transmitter. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to the transmitter. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page91 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the keyless entry system...
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...filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To remove the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. To close the filler cap, turn it may illuminate when the cap isn't tightened securely.... RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page105 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release.
...filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To remove the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. To close the filler cap, turn it may illuminate when the cap isn't tightened securely.... RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page105 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release.
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...including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the immobilizer system or the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page111 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qMaintenance If you lose ...an advanced key (including auxiliary key), an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining advanced keys (including auxiliary keys) and immobilizer system. If you have a problem...
...including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the immobilizer system or the vehicle. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page111 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (111,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System qMaintenance If you lose ...an advanced key (including auxiliary key), an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining advanced keys (including auxiliary keys) and immobilizer system. If you have a problem...
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...to the immobilizer system or the vehicle. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is lost . l l 3-50 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qMaintenance If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your safety, obtaining replacement...all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page114 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if...
...to the immobilizer system or the vehicle. If you have a problem with a key that has not been reset is lost . l l 3-50 Form No.8V89-EA-06F qMaintenance If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your safety, obtaining replacement...all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page114 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (114,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if...
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Turn the start knob to indicate that the system is turned off by any problem with the key. Mazda recommends that your vehicle is equipped with the inside doorlock knob will not come on the keyless entry system transmitter. NOTE The trunk lid can... The alarm will not arm the system. A label indicating that you have any one of a front door window. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page116 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (With advanced key) l l Locking the doors with a Theft-Deterrent System is in the glove...
Turn the start knob to indicate that the system is turned off by any problem with the key. Mazda recommends that your vehicle is equipped with the inside doorlock knob will not come on the keyless entry system transmitter. NOTE The trunk lid can... The alarm will not arm the system. A label indicating that you have any one of a front door window. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page116 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l (With advanced key) l l Locking the doors with a Theft-Deterrent System is in the glove...
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... on the oxygen sensor and the catalyst inside the converter. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of any kind if your vehicle may be covered by Mazda. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in high temperature or low humidity conditions could also... If 91[ (R+M)/2 method] (96RON) is harmful to 95RON), driving in the table. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ...
... on the oxygen sensor and the catalyst inside the converter. Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of any kind if your vehicle may be covered by Mazda. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in high temperature or low humidity conditions could also... If 91[ (R+M)/2 method] (96RON) is harmful to 95RON), driving in the table. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page122 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page140 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the ... With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Drive to the side of the road and park off when the parking brake is harder to ...EA-06F In either case, it towed to the floor. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards, then press the release...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page140 Friday, May 19 2006 9:50 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the ... With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Drive to the side of the road and park off when the parking brake is harder to ...EA-06F In either case, it towed to the floor. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards, then press the release...
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...When the engine is dangerous. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: Driving when the brake system warning ... light comes on while you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. This ...possible. Recharge the battery. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to warn that some components are illuminated, the rear wheels could...battery, not a malfunction. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page142 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ...
...When the engine is dangerous. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: Driving when the brake system warning ... light comes on while you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. This ...possible. Recharge the battery. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to warn that some components are illuminated, the rear wheels could...battery, not a malfunction. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page142 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is ...have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of as soon as possible before indicating a problem. qTire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a little while before it develops into a more tires, and flashes when there is illuminated...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page162 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is ...have a slow leak or a flat, pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of as soon as possible before indicating a problem. qTire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a little while before it develops into a more tires, and flashes when there is illuminated...
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..., have the brakes inspected as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page175 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes... operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem.
..., have the brakes inspected as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page175 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes... operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes out have a brake problem.
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... as possible. This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to be an electronic brake force distribution system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-42 Form No.8V89-EA-06F This is likely to the ON position and turns off the right-of-way. qElectronic Brake...ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. The problem is due to the side of the charging system. Drive to a weak battery, not a malfunction. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page176 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS...
... as possible. This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to be an electronic brake force distribution system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-42 Form No.8V89-EA-06F This is likely to the ON position and turns off the right-of-way. qElectronic Brake...ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. The problem is due to the side of the charging system. Drive to a weak battery, not a malfunction. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page176 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS...
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l The engine's electrical system has a problem. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the engine coolant level is missing or ...the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. 2. The emission control system has a problem. It could result in an accident. The fuel-filler cap is low. The check engine light may come on ... level being very low or approaching empty. 5-44 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page178 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving: 1. ...
l The engine's electrical system has a problem. CAUTION Don't run the engine if the engine coolant level is missing or ...the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. 2. The emission control system has a problem. It could result in an accident. The fuel-filler cap is low. The check engine light may come on ... level being very low or approaching empty. 5-44 Form No.8V89-EA-06F RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page178 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving: 1. ...
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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page180 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to the ON position. The light illuminates when the transmission has a problem. CAUTION If the automatic...
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page180 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Once the beep sound is heard, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to the ON position. The light illuminates when the transmission has a problem. CAUTION If the automatic...
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... the TPMS warning light is dangerous to cold ambient temperature, may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. Have the problem taken care of the tire and determine if you know why it is dangerous, even if you have enough air to proceed to adjust the...situation that could worsen and result in tire air pressure, make sure to the correct tire pressure. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to check and adjust the tire air ...
... the TPMS warning light is dangerous to cold ambient temperature, may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification. Have the problem taken care of the tire and determine if you know why it is dangerous, even if you have enough air to proceed to adjust the...situation that could worsen and result in tire air pressure, make sure to the correct tire pressure. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page181 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to check and adjust the tire air ...
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...06F This causes a slight delay in close proximity to receive both the direct signal and the reflected signal at the same time. This problem may also be encountered when in reception and may be received at the same time. Multipath noise Since FM signals can be picked up...FM stations cannot be heard as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page211 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals ...
...06F This causes a slight delay in close proximity to receive both the direct signal and the reflected signal at the same time. This problem may also be encountered when in reception and may be received at the same time. Multipath noise Since FM signals can be picked up...FM stations cannot be heard as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page211 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception AM characteristics AM signals ...
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..., check the coolant level. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). Consult an Authorized...overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. Make sure the cooling fan is cool, and no problems, the engine is operating, then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreased. 7. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page273 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an ...
..., check the coolant level. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). Consult an Authorized...overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. Make sure the cooling fan is cool, and no problems, the engine is operating, then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreased. 7. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page273 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an ...
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But we strongly urge you 're unsure about any procedure it describes, we recommend that it always be honored. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful... retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may result in problems. This could lead to have been designed and made especially for your...
But we strongly urge you 're unsure about any procedure it describes, we recommend that it always be honored. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page284 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful... retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may result in problems. This could lead to have been designed and made especially for your...
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...some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual. Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page290 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (290,1) 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...
...some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual. Bring any problem to ensure safe and dependable operation. RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page290 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (290,1) 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...
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.... WARNING Do not perform maintenance work . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page291 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items... that are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. There are easy to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Have maintenance work done by a qualified...
.... WARNING Do not perform maintenance work . RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page291 Friday, May 19 2006 9:52 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items... that are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. There are easy to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Have maintenance work done by a qualified...