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....8AT5-EA-09E opening/closing and adjustment of basic operations and controls; RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page5 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties...
....8AT5-EA-09E opening/closing and adjustment of basic operations and controls; RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page5 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties...
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Dashboard and Interior Overview ...1-2 Exterior Overview ...1-4 1-1 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page7 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Dashboard and Interior Overview ...1-2 Exterior Overview ...1-4 1-1 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page7 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page8 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by model. *Refer to Navigation System at the separate manual (if equipped). 1-2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Form No.8AT5-EA-09E
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page8 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by model. *Refer to Navigation System at the separate manual (if equipped). 1-2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Form No.8AT5-EA-09E
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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 ...page 3-29 Outside mirror switch ...page 3-56 Dashboard illumination ...page 5-38 DSC OFF switch ...page 5-26 ...box ...page 6-84 Hood release handle ...page 3-45 Trunk release button ...page 3-33 Power window lock switch ...page 3-40 Power window switches ...page 3-37 Interior light ...page 6-77 Sunvisor ...page 6-77 Rearview mirror ...page 3-57 Vanity mirror ...page 6-77 Front seats ...page 2-2 Rear seat ...page 2-11 Seat belt...
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 ...page 3-29 Outside mirror switch ...page 3-56 Dashboard illumination ...page 5-38 DSC OFF switch ...page 5-26 ...box ...page 6-84 Hood release handle ...page 3-45 Trunk release button ...page 3-33 Power window lock switch ...page 3-40 Power window switches ...page 3-37 Interior light ...page 6-77 Sunvisor ...page 6-77 Rearview mirror ...page 3-57 Vanity mirror ...page 6-77 Front seats ...page 2-2 Rear seat ...page 2-11 Seat belt...
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... properly. Ø If you place your child on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible (page 2-32). If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator ...the child-restraint system properly and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page61 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (61,1) Essential...belt pretensioner system on the front passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior changes suddenly. The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage...
... properly. Ø If you place your child on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible (page 2-32). If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator ...the child-restraint system properly and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page61 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (61,1) Essential...belt pretensioner system on the front passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle's interior changes suddenly. The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage...
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...Self-servicing or tampering with live air bags in an accident. If any components such as possible. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can result. Do not remove interior air bag parts: Removing any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to the ON position. l The air bag ... see that they will not afford you the necessary protection in serious injury or death. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these systems to the ON position. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS ...
...Self-servicing or tampering with live air bags in an accident. If any components such as possible. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can result. Do not remove interior air bag parts: Removing any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to the ON position. l The air bag ... see that they will not afford you the necessary protection in serious injury or death. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these systems to the ON position. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS ...
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Interior transmitter Operational range Operational range NOTE The system may not operate if you are high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become ... Locking, unlocking the doors The operational range for starting the engine includes nearly the entire cabin area. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page75 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions qOperational Range The system operates only...
Interior transmitter Operational range Operational range NOTE The system may not operate if you are high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become ... Locking, unlocking the doors The operational range for starting the engine includes nearly the entire cabin area. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page75 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions qOperational Range The system operates only...
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...switch turned off , the sound of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside and outside of the cabin interior, however this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with the emission control system. CAUTION Ignoring the following precautions could ignite anything...more than 2 minutes. Ø Do not tamper with existing exhaust emissions requirements. 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 ...
...switch turned off , the sound of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside and outside of the cabin interior, however this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with the emission control system. CAUTION Ignoring the following precautions could ignite anything...more than 2 minutes. Ø Do not tamper with existing exhaust emissions requirements. 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 ...
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... features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page215 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (215,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of the Hands-Free System ...Hands-Free Telephone Setting... ...When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used ...Safety Certification ...Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory Socket ...6-15 6-15 6-15 6-25...
... features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page215 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (215,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of the Hands-Free System ...Hands-Free Telephone Setting... ...When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used ...Safety Certification ...Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ...Interior Equipment ...Sunvisors ...Interior Lights ...Information Display ...Lighter ...Ashtray ...Cup Holder ...Storage Compartments ...Accessory Socket ...6-15 6-15 6-15 6-25...
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... at least once a month to defog the windows. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page216 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (216,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the... ice from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of time with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will not damage the ozone layer. qClearing the Air...
... at least once a month to defog the windows. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page216 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (216,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the... ice from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on refrigerant or has a malfunction, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of time with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will not damage the ozone layer. qClearing the Air...
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... knob. Center Vents To adjust the direction of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page217 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents To...
... knob. Center Vents To adjust the direction of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page217 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (217,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents To...
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page218 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page218 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E
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Manual Type ...page 6-6 Fully Automatic Type ...page 6-11 6-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page219 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately.
Manual Type ...page 6-6 Fully Automatic Type ...page 6-11 6-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page219 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately.
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page220 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Windshield defroster switch A/C switch Rear window defroster switch Fan control dial Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector ...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page220 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Windshield defroster switch A/C switch Rear window defroster switch Fan control dial Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector ...
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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page221 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch NOTE l l Press the mode selector switch to alternate between the and positions. NOTE To set the air vent ...
RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page221 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch NOTE l l Press the mode selector switch to alternate between the and positions. NOTE To set the air vent ...
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...If dehumidified heating is automatically selected to maintain maximum comfort. qHeating 1. Press the mode selector switch to provide quicker cooling of the interior. Set the fan control dial to maintain maximum comfort. Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to the desired speed.... defrost the windshield. Your vision will cause the windows to the cold position. 3. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page222 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System This position can be used when driving on the air conditioner...
...If dehumidified heating is automatically selected to maintain maximum comfort. qHeating 1. Press the mode selector switch to provide quicker cooling of the interior. Set the fan control dial to maintain maximum comfort. Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to the desired speed.... defrost the windshield. Your vision will cause the windows to the cold position. 3. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page222 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System This position can be used when driving on the air conditioner...
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....8AT5-EA-09E In the or position, the position cannot be hampered, which could lead to the position. 3. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page223 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up . WARNING Do not defog the...
....8AT5-EA-09E In the or position, the position cannot be hampered, which could lead to the position. 3. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page223 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up . WARNING Do not defog the...
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... conditioner by pressing the A/C switch. Press the mode selector switch to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page224 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to...
... conditioner by pressing the A/C switch. Press the mode selector switch to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page224 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to...
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...-EA-09E l l l l By pressing the AUTO switch the following dials or switches are operated while in AUTO control. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page225 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Climate control information is displayed on , it indicates AUTO operation, and...
...-EA-09E l l l l By pressing the AUTO switch the following dials or switches are operated while in AUTO control. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page225 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Climate control information is displayed on , it indicates AUTO operation, and...
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... Form No.8AT5-EA-09E This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page226 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the air conditioning...
... Form No.8AT5-EA-09E This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page226 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the air conditioning...