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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Power door lock switch ...... shift lever ...page 5-10 AT shift lever (Sport AT) ...page 5-13 Lighter ...page 6-81 Ashtray ...page 6-82 Climate control system ...page 6-2 Ignition switch ...page 5-2 Tilt wheel release lever ...page 3-56 Coin box ...page 6-84 Hood release handle ...page 3-45 Trunk release button ...page 3-33 Power window lock switch ...page 3-40 Power...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Power door lock switch ...... shift lever ...page 5-10 AT shift lever (Sport AT) ...page 5-13 Lighter ...page 6-81 Ashtray ...page 6-82 Climate control system ...page 6-2 Ignition switch ...page 5-2 Tilt wheel release lever ...page 3-56 Coin box ...page 6-84 Hood release handle ...page 3-45 Trunk release button ...page 3-33 Power window lock switch ...page 3-40 Power...
Owner's Manual
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...this Owner's Manual as well as stipulated by the use a child-restraint system (page 2-25). Small children must use of the vehicle. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page50 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems ...control of "SRS AIRBAG" location indicators. You can locate the various air bags by law in the following locations: l l l l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) The ...
...this Owner's Manual as well as stipulated by the use a child-restraint system (page 2-25). Small children must use of the vehicle. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page50 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems ...control of "SRS AIRBAG" location indicators. You can locate the various air bags by law in the following locations: l l l l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) The ...
Owner's Manual
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...floor. The child-restraint system can be seriously injured or even killed. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags: Sitting too close . Serious injuries could deploy: Rear-facing child...-restraint systems on them is dangerous. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts ...
...floor. The child-restraint system can be seriously injured or even killed. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags: Sitting too close . Serious injuries could deploy: Rear-facing child...-restraint systems on them is dangerous. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts ...
Owner's Manual
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...Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l The electrical system with inflators and air bags. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l The steering wheel hub l The front passenger dashboard l The outboard sides of the front seatbacks l The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both... sides The air bags are out of sight until activated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page54 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components...
...Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l The electrical system with inflators and air bags. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l The steering wheel hub l The front passenger dashboard l The outboard sides of the front seatbacks l The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both... sides The air bags are out of sight until activated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page54 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags...air bag inflation in a frontal or frontal offset impact. During an impact of which provide data from each sensor to the steering wheel. The front air bags will deploy only in two energy stages. The air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if... located under the driver seat. Gases are produced to control the deployment of the supplemental restraint system. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components.
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags...air bag inflation in a frontal or frontal offset impact. During an impact of which provide data from each sensor to the steering wheel. The front air bags will deploy only in two energy stages. The air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if... located under the driver seat. Gases are produced to control the deployment of the supplemental restraint system. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components.
Owner's Manual
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... normally inflate in the following components of time. 2-53 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page65 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (65,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l Vehicle roll... position or after a specified period of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: l l l l l l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough side force to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is cranked. qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System...
... normally inflate in the following components of time. 2-53 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page65 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (65,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l Vehicle roll... position or after a specified period of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: l l l l l l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough side force to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is cranked. qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System...
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...or damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be extremely dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to the ON position. l Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not ... the ON position or does not illuminate as the front seats, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air... them to "Front passenger seat weight sensors" (page 2-44). 2-54 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment...
...or damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be extremely dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to the ON position. l Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not ... the ON position or does not illuminate as the front seats, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air... them to "Front passenger seat weight sensors" (page 2-44). 2-54 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment...
Owner's Manual
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... 3-43 3-43 3-45 3-46 3-48 3-48 3-51 3-53 Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...3-56 Steering Wheel ...3-56 Mirrors ...3-56 í Some models. 3-1 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page69 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (69,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. opening/closing and adjustment of basic...
... 3-43 3-43 3-45 3-46 3-48 3-48 3-51 3-53 Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...3-56 Steering Wheel ...3-56 Mirrors ...3-56 í Some models. 3-1 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page69 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (69,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of various parts. opening/closing and adjustment of basic...
Owner's Manual
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... or leaving the vehicle. This does not indicate an abnormality. NOTE l l If turning the ignition switch is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. (Automatic transmission) The ignition switch cannot be inspected before the engine is carried away from the vehicle. NOTE The...ignition switch can be turned to help protect against theft. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System LOCK (Released) The steering wheel locks to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (...
... or leaving the vehicle. This does not indicate an abnormality. NOTE l l If turning the ignition switch is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. (Automatic transmission) The ignition switch cannot be inspected before the engine is carried away from the vehicle. NOTE The...ignition switch can be turned to help protect against theft. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System LOCK (Released) The steering wheel locks to the ACC position when the KEY indicator light (...
Owner's Manual
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... steering column down to choose the left or right. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page124 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving...
... steering column down to choose the left or right. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page124 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving...
Owner's Manual
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... dangerous. Rearview mirror adjustment Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to hit another car when changing lanes. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page125 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (125,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Manual day/night mirror Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by...
... dangerous. Rearview mirror adjustment Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to hit another car when changing lanes. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page125 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (125,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Manual day/night mirror Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by...
Owner's Manual
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... switch is in the day position. To reactivate the automatic dimming function, press the ON button ( ). RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page126 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (126,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE For the manual day/night mirror, perform the adjustment with the day/night lever...
... switch is in the day position. To reactivate the automatic dimming function, press the ON button ( ). RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page126 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (126,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE For the manual day/night mirror, perform the adjustment with the day/night lever...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page127 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (127,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE l Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on the auto-dimming mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System (page 5-68). 3-59 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Light sensor Light sensor l For information regarding the 3 buttons ( , , ) on or around the light sensor. Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally.
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page127 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (127,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE l Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on the auto-dimming mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System (page 5-68). 3-59 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Light sensor Light sensor l For information regarding the 3 buttons ( , , ) on or around the light sensor. Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally.
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page133 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (133,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l l After Getting In Are all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. l Check all doors closed and ...locked? Inspect inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Is the steering wheel adjusted properly? l l l l Be sure the windows, outside...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page133 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (133,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l l After Getting In Are all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. l Check all doors closed and ...locked? Inspect inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Is the steering wheel adjusted properly? l l l l Be sure the windows, outside...
Owner's Manual
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... precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda determines how far it will travel on rough roads. l Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds. 4-6 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid full-throttle starts. Follow the maintenance schedule (page.... l Use the air conditioner only when necessary. l Keep the tires properly inflated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page134 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (134,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is recommended that short trips be avoided...
... precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda determines how far it will travel on rough roads. l Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds. 4-6 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid full-throttle starts. Follow the maintenance schedule (page.... l Use the air conditioner only when necessary. l Keep the tires properly inflated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page134 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (134,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is recommended that short trips be avoided...
Owner's Manual
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Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on the rear wheels. 4-7 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering. l If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. l For more ...snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of vehicle control and an accident. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page135 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill: Stopping the engine when going...
Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on the rear wheels. 4-7 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering. l If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. l For more ...snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of vehicle control and an accident. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page135 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill: Stopping the engine when going...
Owner's Manual
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... more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous as it from snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from 1 (D) to R. ... and explode. The spinning tire could result in an accident. This could result in an accident. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page136 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (136,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the retention pins to...
... more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous as it from snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from 1 (D) to R. ... and explode. The spinning tire could result in an accident. This could result in an accident. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page136 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (136,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the retention pins to...
Owner's Manual
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... km/h (75 mph) while driving with summer tires designed for damage and loose connections. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page137 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (137,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a ... for washer fluid (page 8-17). WARNING Use only the same size and type tires (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels: Using tires different in the glass cracking. Instead, shift to P with an automatic transmission and to perform the following precautions: l Have the...
... km/h (75 mph) while driving with summer tires designed for damage and loose connections. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page137 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (137,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a ... for washer fluid (page 8-17). WARNING Use only the same size and type tires (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels: Using tires different in the glass cracking. Instead, shift to P with an automatic transmission and to perform the following precautions: l Have the...
Owner's Manual
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...fit. 4-10 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. 2. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page138 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (138,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qTire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains. NOTE l l If your... vehicle is lower. Ø Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. Ø Avoid locked-wheel braking. Ø Do not use chains ...
...fit. 4-10 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. 2. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page138 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (138,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qTire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains. NOTE l l If your... vehicle is lower. Ø Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. Ø Avoid locked-wheel braking. Ø Do not use chains ...
Owner's Manual
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... when traveling on rough/uneven roads or through potholes or on rough/uneven roads at excessive speeds. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page140 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (140,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven... equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling. As a result, the sidewall of the tires are very thin and the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes. 4-12 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E
... when traveling on rough/uneven roads or through potholes or on rough/uneven roads at excessive speeds. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page140 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (140,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven... equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling. As a result, the sidewall of the tires are very thin and the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes. 4-12 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E