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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...
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... in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only 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 accident encountered; Small children must use ...side impacts occur. In certain states and provinces, larger children must be protected by the use a child-restraint system (page 2-25). 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...
... in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only 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 accident encountered; Small children must use ...side impacts occur. In certain states and provinces, larger children must be protected by the use a child-restraint system (page 2-25). 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...
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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 must be ... least moderate. The child-restraint system can be seriously injured or even killed. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the first collision with an air bag that could occur if someone 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 must be ... least moderate. The child-restraint system can be seriously injured or even killed. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the first collision with an air bag that could occur if someone is dangerous.
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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 The ... 2-44) Front passenger seat weight sensor control module 2-42 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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...
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 The ... 2-44) Front passenger seat weight sensor control module 2-42 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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...
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...sensor to the air bag system. The sensor is sent to the inflators. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components. After that, the front air bags will deploy only in... two energy stages. The SAS unit is to the steering wheel. The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in a frontal or frontal offset impact...air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety...
...sensor to the air bag system. The sensor is sent to the inflators. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components. After that, the front air bags will deploy only in... two energy stages. The SAS unit is to the steering wheel. The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in a frontal or frontal offset impact...air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety...
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...cases: l Collision from the front, but it may not provide enough force to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is cranked. 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-...the ON 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 deploy the front air bags. The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. The warning light turns off after the engine is being...
...cases: l Collision from the front, but it may not provide enough force to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is cranked. 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-...the ON 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 deploy the front air bags. The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system's readiness. The warning light turns off after the engine is being...
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...tamper with live air bags in serious injury or death. But if any components such 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 bag parts or sensors is dangerous. An ...air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. l The air bags have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:32 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS...
...tamper with live air bags in serious injury or death. But if any components such 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 bag parts or sensors is dangerous. An ...air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries. l The air bags have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 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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... 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...
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... the normal running position after the engine is dangerous. It will operate. 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 ON position. WARNING Before leaving the driver's seat, always...
... the normal running position after the engine is dangerous. It will operate. 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 ON position. WARNING Before leaving the driver's seat, always...
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...to choose the left or right. Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving. 3-56 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Tilt wheel release lever WARNING Be sure to loss of the vehicle in the convex mirror is closer than it appears. Convex type (front ...'s locked before driving. To adjust: 1. 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....
...to choose the left or right. Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving. 3-56 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E Tilt wheel release lever WARNING Be sure to loss of the vehicle in the convex mirror is closer than it appears. Convex type (front ...'s locked before driving. To adjust: 1. 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....
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... locked. 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. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirrors folded in the rearview mirror, which might...
... locked. 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. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirrors folded in the rearview mirror, which might...
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.../Night lever Press the OFF button ( ) to reduce glare of headlights from cars at the rear. 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...
.../Night lever Press the OFF button ( ) to reduce glare of headlights from cars at the rear. 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...
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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. 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
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Is the seat adjusted properly? l Is the steering wheel adjusted properly? l Is everyone's seat belt fastened? Always be inspected. Inspect inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. If... for any sign of tires. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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 gauges. ... the brake warning light goes off. l Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda.
Is the seat adjusted properly? l Is the steering wheel adjusted properly? l Is everyone's seat belt fastened? Always be inspected. Inspect inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. If... for any sign of tires. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-5 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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 gauges. ... the brake warning light goes off. l Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda.
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l Avoid full-throttle starts. l Avoid fast starts. l Keep the engine tuned. l Do not rest your Mazda. In addition, it will travel on the brake pedal while driving. l Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds. 4-6 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid long warm-ups. l Use the air conditioner only when ...the vehicle a short distance, turn off the engine after 1 or more of time. 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 ...
l Avoid full-throttle starts. l Avoid fast starts. l Keep the engine tuned. l Do not rest your Mazda. In addition, it will travel on the brake pedal while driving. l Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds. 4-6 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E l Avoid long warm-ups. l Use the air conditioner only when ...the vehicle a short distance, turn off the engine after 1 or more of time. 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 ...
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...careful if it is necessary to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on the rear wheels. 4-7 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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... ice or in starting on ABS as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the rear wheels. Continue to the drivetrain. Any loss of power steering and power brake control, and may cause damage to press down a hill is dangerous.
...careful if it is necessary to Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) on the rear wheels. 4-7 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E 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... ice or in starting on ABS as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the rear wheels. Continue to the drivetrain. Any loss of power steering and power brake control, and may cause damage to press down a hill is dangerous.
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In using a heavy duty floor mat for winter use always remove the original floor mat. Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transmission failure, and tire ...-09E When setting a floor mat, position the floor mat so that is not secured is dangerous. 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 inserted over the pointed end of...
In using a heavy duty floor mat for winter use always remove the original floor mat. Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transmission failure, and tire ...-09E When setting a floor mat, position the floor mat so that is not secured is dangerous. 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 inserted over the pointed end of...
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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 small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of the variable red zone ... tire pressure monitoring system, the system may freeze. WARNING Use only the same size and type tires (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels: Using tires different in size or type is originally equipped with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls (page 5-33). 4-9 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E CAUTION...
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 small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of the variable red zone ... tire pressure monitoring system, the system may freeze. WARNING Use only the same size and type tires (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels: Using tires different in size or type is originally equipped with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls (page 5-33). 4-9 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E CAUTION...
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...; Chains may not function correctly when using tire chains. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 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. Secure the chains... manufacturer's recommended limit, whichever is lower. Ø Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. Ø Avoid locked-wheel braking. Ø Do not use chains on vehicle equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system, the system may scratch or chip aluminum...
...; Chains may not function correctly when using tire chains. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 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. Secure the chains... manufacturer's recommended limit, whichever is lower. Ø Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. Ø Avoid locked-wheel braking. Ø Do not use chains on vehicle equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system, the system may scratch or chip aluminum...
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... 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 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...
... 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 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...