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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page116 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with the auxiliary key due to an advanced key dead battery or other vehicles equipped...approved by laws in the United States. Otherwise the signal from the auxiliary key will not be received correctly and the engine may not start. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the auxiliary key grip. Ø Spare auxiliary keys or keys for other malfunction...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page116 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with the auxiliary key due to an advanced key dead battery or other vehicles equipped...approved by laws in the United States. Otherwise the signal from the auxiliary key will not be received correctly and the engine may not start. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the auxiliary key grip. Ø Spare auxiliary keys or keys for other malfunction...
Owner's Manual
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...(including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to assure your remaining advanced keys (including auxiliary keys) and immobilizer system. If the engine does not start with RSS-210 of... indicator light in case one is lost , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. l l l l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of your safety, obtaining a replacement advanced key (including... If an advanced key is lost . RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (117,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qOperation Arming The ...
...(including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to assure your remaining advanced keys (including auxiliary keys) and immobilizer system. If the engine does not start with RSS-210 of... indicator light in case one is lost , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. l l l l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of your safety, obtaining a replacement advanced key (including... If an advanced key is lost . RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page117 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (117,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qOperation Arming The ...
Owner's Manual
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... touch or come near the key. 3-51 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip. Ø Spare keys or keys for...If you have a problem with a key the system recognizes. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page119 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (119,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with the immobilizer system or the key, consult...
... touch or come near the key. 3-51 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the dashboard or hood, under direct sunlight. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip. Ø Spare keys or keys for...If you have a problem with a key the system recognizes. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page119 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (119,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with the immobilizer system or the key, consult...
Owner's Manual
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...remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ACC or LOCK position. Starting the vehicle with Part 15 of Industry CANADA. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is subject to assure your remaining keys and immobilizer system. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page120 Wednesday..., April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (120,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qOperation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is lost . They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the engine does...
...remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ACC or LOCK position. Starting the vehicle with Part 15 of Industry CANADA. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is subject to assure your remaining keys and immobilizer system. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page120 Wednesday..., April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (120,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l qOperation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is lost . They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the engine does...
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...remains very hot after normal use and could cause serious injury or death. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page131 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (131,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control... system (the catalytic converter is part of a vehicle is subject to penalties. WARNING Never park over or near ...
...remains very hot after normal use and could cause serious injury or death. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page131 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (131,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control... system (the catalytic converter is part of a vehicle is subject to penalties. WARNING Never park over or near ...
Owner's Manual
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... affected. CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of electrical/electronic parts, or engine damage or stalling from water absorption. You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. If the vehicle has been immersed in a serious...stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page139 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by weighing the items (or...
... affected. CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can estimate the weight of electrical/electronic parts, or engine damage or stalling from water absorption. You can cause an accident or vehicle damage. If the vehicle has been immersed in a serious...stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page139 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by weighing the items (or...
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... automatically activates when the ignition switch is off , it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC system) will provide the best stability. If the TCS/DSC is off when the engine is turned off , the TCS/DSC does not activate but the brake LSD (Limited Slip Differentials) ...function remains. In this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page170 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (170,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn the TCS/ DSC back...
... automatically activates when the ignition switch is off , it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC system) will provide the best stability. If the TCS/DSC is off when the engine is turned off , the TCS/DSC does not activate but the brake LSD (Limited Slip Differentials) ...function remains. In this happens, turn off the TCS/DSC. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page170 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (170,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn the TCS/ DSC back...
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...as leaves, snow and ice from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To help defog the windows, operate the air conditioner to improve the system efficiency. qReplacement of the Cabin Air Filter If your ...the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions such as indicated in the ON position when the engine is low on for a long period of refrigerant may be used along with the heater to keep internal parts lubricated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page216 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (216...
...as leaves, snow and ice from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To help defog the windows, operate the air conditioner to improve the system efficiency. qReplacement of the Cabin Air Filter If your ...the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions such as indicated in the ON position when the engine is low on for a long period of refrigerant may be used along with the heater to keep internal parts lubricated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page216 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (216...
Owner's Manual
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...24 V power supply (two 12 V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set). 1. You can cause serious burns and injuries. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page323 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (323,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Keep all flames, including... cause the battery to explode and injure someone. Remove the rubber hose from parts that will be moving parts (cooling fans, belts) is dangerous. Remove the engine cover. 2. The cable could get caught when the engine starts and cause serious injury. An exploding battery can damage a 12 V ...
...24 V power supply (two 12 V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set). 1. You can cause serious burns and injuries. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page323 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (323,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Keep all flames, including... cause the battery to explode and injure someone. Remove the rubber hose from parts that will be moving parts (cooling fans, belts) is dangerous. Remove the engine cover. 2. The cable could get caught when the engine starts and cause serious injury. An exploding battery can damage a 12 V ...
Owner's Manual
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...equipment to do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the engine compartment. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page339 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (339,1)...switch and make certain that you must run the engine while working under the hood with special tools. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with due regard to work ...scarves, and similar loose clothing before attempting to the environment. Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by the fan and...
...equipment to do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the engine compartment. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page339 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (339,1)...switch and make certain that you must run the engine while working under the hood with special tools. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with due regard to work ...scarves, and similar loose clothing before attempting to the environment. Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by the fan and...
Owner's Manual
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... running is high. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot: When the engine and radiator are 3 marks between Low and Full. Low 0.5 L (0.5 US qt, 0.4 Imp qt) 1.0 L (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) ...1.5 L (1.6 US qt, 1.3 Imp qt) 2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) l Verify that the engine cover is dangerous. The fan could continue running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page344 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (344,1) Maintenance and Care Owner...
... running is high. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot: When the engine and radiator are 3 marks between Low and Full. Low 0.5 L (0.5 US qt, 0.4 Imp qt) 1.0 L (1.1 US qt, 0.9 Imp qt) ...1.5 L (1.6 US qt, 1.3 Imp qt) 2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt) l Verify that the engine cover is dangerous. The fan could continue running , parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page344 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (344,1) Maintenance and Care Owner...
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.... This would reduce effectiveness. It will damage paint. Always add a proper coolant mixture. Ø The engine has aluminum parts and must be protected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year―at.... Ø Don't use a solution that are swollen or deteriorated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page345 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on the ...
.... This would reduce effectiveness. It will damage paint. Always add a proper coolant mixture. Ø The engine has aluminum parts and must be protected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year―at.... Ø Don't use a solution that are swollen or deteriorated. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page345 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on the ...
Owner's Manual
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...parts may not be eligible for more information. 9-12 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E The differences may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for your Mazda... outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. We strongly recommend ...make it difficult or even impossible for use in the United States may be unavailable. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page390 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (390...
...parts may not be eligible for more information. 9-12 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E The differences may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for your Mazda... outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. We strongly recommend ...make it difficult or even impossible for use in the United States may be unavailable. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page390 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (390...
Owner's Manual
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... the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. l Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may be eligible for your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for a permanent import/export situation and not related to comply with specific vehicle...require that you NOT take your Mazda outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. Any kind of Canada: l Recommended fuel may not be available. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page391 Wednesday, April...
... the event that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. l Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may be eligible for your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for a permanent import/export situation and not related to comply with specific vehicle...require that you NOT take your Mazda outside of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine. Any kind of Canada: l Recommended fuel may not be available. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page391 Wednesday, April...
Owner's Manual
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...parts or accessories, they are not approved by Mazda for Mazda vehicles can be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in stores. When you to have an accident or increase your vehicle's performance or safety systems; Improperly designed parts...on equipment or choosing an improper installer is dangerous. WARNING Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page393 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (...
...parts or accessories, they are not approved by Mazda for Mazda vehicles can be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in stores. When you to have an accident or increase your vehicle's performance or safety systems; Improperly designed parts...on equipment or choosing an improper installer is dangerous. WARNING Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page393 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (...
Owner's Manual
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page432 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (432,1) Index A Accessory Socket ...6-87 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-15 Advanced Key...56 Seat belt warning beep ...5-56 Tire inflation pressure warning beep ...5-56 Before Starting the Engine ...4-5 After getting in ...4-5 Before getting in ...4-5 Bluetooth Hands-Free ...6-57 Basic Bluetooth ......6-61 Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ...6-65 Hands-Free Telephone Setting...6-70 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ...6-76 Safety certification ...6-76 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page432 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:34 AM Black plate (432,1) Index A Accessory Socket ...6-87 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...9-15 Advanced Key...56 Seat belt warning beep ...5-56 Tire inflation pressure warning beep ...5-56 Before Starting the Engine ...4-5 After getting in ...4-5 Before getting in ...4-5 Bluetooth Hands-Free ...6-57 Basic Bluetooth ......6-61 Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ...6-65 Hands-Free Telephone Setting...6-70 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ...6-76 Safety certification ...6-76 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot...