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Page 3 HIROSHIMA, JAPAN Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
Mazda. By reading your manual, you can Please refer to the manual for a detailed find out about the features, important explanation.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.
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Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page7 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ..........1-2 Exterior Overview ................. 1-4 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 8 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page8 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 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). The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 9 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page9 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Power door lock switch ..................page 3-27 Outside mirror switch ..................page 3-54 Dashboard illumination ..................page 5-39 DSC OFF switch ....................page 5-27 Lighting control/Turn signals ................
Page 10: The Equipment And Installation Position Varies By Vehicle
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page10 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by model. The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 11: Exterior Overview
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page11 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid ......................page 3-31 Rear window defroster ..................page 5-68 Power windows ....................page 3-34 Outside mirror ....................page 3-54 Tires ........................page 8-23 Light bulbs ......................
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Page 13: Essential Safety Equipment
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page13 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (13,1) Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ....................2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ........2-2 Driver's Seat (Electrically Operated Seat) ......... 2-6 Rear Seat .................
Page 14: Seats
The result in serious injury. Consult an driver could lose control of the vehicle Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is and have an accident. any need to remove or reinstall the CAUTION front seats.
Page 15 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page15 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í Always sit in the front passenger seat (Recaro manufactured bucket seats) properly with the seatback upright and feet on the floor: Your front passenger seat has weight sensors, sitting in the front passenger seat improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far...
Page 16 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page16 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (16,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats (Dial type) CAUTION To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while rotating the dial to When returning a rear-reclined the desired position. seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever or dial.
Page 17 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page17 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qFolding the Seat (Passenger's seat CAUTION only) Ø When operating the seatback, WARNING support the seatback firmly with one hand while it folds down. Do not drive with the seatback When lowering the seatback, be unlocked: careful not to pinch or injure your...
Page 18: Driver's Seat (Electrically Operated Seat)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page18 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (18,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í (Recaro manufactured bucket seats) Driver's Seat (Electrically Pull the lever upward to fold the seatback Operated Seat) forward. The power operated seat is available only on the driver's seat.
Page 19 Consult an power. Ø Do not use the switch to make Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the more than one adjustment at a front seats.
Page 20 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page20 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline NOTE The seat can be slid rearward by continuously WARNING pressing the switch. In addition, the seatback also lowers rearward. Do not drive with either front seat Refer to Folding the Seat on page 2-10.
Page 21 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page21 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (21,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats To change the seatback angle, press the front or rear side of the reclining switch. Release the switch at the desired position. qSeat Position Memory One-touch seat position programming and qHeight Adjustment a activation function are available on the...
Page 22 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page22 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Programmed seat positions can be NOTE activated using the following function: If any of the following occurs, the seat position Programming buttons 1, 2, or 3. activation function cancels: A seat adjustment switch other than a Operation using the seat-side buttons...
Page 23 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page23 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Because your vehicle has free-style doors NOTE (page 3-29), the rear door cannot be The operation cancels in the following cases: opened while the front door is closed. To A seat adjustment switch other than a exit the rear seating area, fold the front lumbar support switch is operated.
Page 24 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page24 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (24,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seat Non-Adjustable Head Restraints Your vehicle is equipped with non- adjustable head restraints on the driver's and front passenger's seatbacks. The non- adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed foam covering over the upper structure of the seatbacks and are intended to help protect you and the front...
Page 25: Seat Warmer Í
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page25 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (25,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats í WARNING Seat Warmer Ø Be careful when using the seat The front seats are electrically heated. The warmer. The heat from the seat ignition must be switched ON. warmer may be too hot for some people, as indicated below, and Press the switch to turn the seat warmer...
Page 26 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page26 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (26,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE Use the seat warmer when the engine is running, and do not continue to use it for a long period of time. The temperature of the seat warmer cannot be adjusted because the seat warmer is controlled by a thermostat.
Page 27: Seat Belt
Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.
Page 28 Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended: Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately inspect the front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. Like the air bags, the front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters will only function once and must be replaced after any collision that caused them to deploy.
Page 29 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page29 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area.
Page 30 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page30 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Location of Seat Belt For rear seat For front seat WARNING Do not use a front seat belt while seated in a rear seat: Using a front seat belt, which is stored in the rear door, is dangerous as the seat belt cannot function at its full capacity during sudden braking or in a collision, which could result in serious, injury or death.
Page 31 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page31 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Seat Belt Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the qFastening the Seat Belt Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder 1. Grasp the seat belt tongue. portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Page 32 Even if the pretensioners have not fired, the load limiting function must be checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer after any collision. 2-20 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 33 Always have an Authorized Mazda dangerous. Unless all safety Dealer immediately inspect the front procedures are followed, injury could seat belt pretensioners and air bags result.
Page 34 The seat belt switched ON. If any of these occur, will be too long and not fit properly. consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as In an accident, the seat belt will not soon as possible. The system may not provide adequate protection and you work in an accident.
Page 35 SRS driver's (or front passenger's) air use the extender in a different vehicle bag system will determine that the or seat. If you sell your Mazda, do driver (or front passenger) is wearing not leave your seat belt extender in the seat belt even if the driver (or the vehicle.
Page 36 For the safety of the driver and front passenger, Mazda recommends not deactivating the belt reminder.
Page 37 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page37 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below. Vehicle speed Between 0 20 km/h...
Page 38: Child Restraint
Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off, Mazda strongly recommends that children be properly restrained and child-restraint systems of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best place for children.
Page 39 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page39 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (39,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Use the correct size child-restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size.
Page 40 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page40 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Do not install a front-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat unless it is unavoidable: In a collision, the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child.
Page 41 NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to LATCH Child-Restraint Systems (page 2-37).
Page 42 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page42 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (42,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child seat Child-Restraint System A child seat restrains a child's body using Installation Position the harness. In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular child- restraint systems: infant seat, child seat, booster seat.
Page 43 Follow these instructions when using a installed on the seats that take tethers to child-restraint system, unless you are be effective. In your Mazda, tethered attaching a LATCH-equipped child- child-restraint systems can only be restraint system to the rear LATCH lower accommodated in the two positions on the anchors.
Page 44 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page44 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. To get the retractor into the automatic NOTE locking mode, pull the shoulder belt Inspect this function before each use of the portion of the seat belt until the entire child-restraint system.
Page 45 NOTE To check if your front seats have side air bags: Mazda vehicles equipped with side air bag will have a SRS AIRBAG tag on the outboard shoulder of the front seats. To check if your vehicle has curtain air...
Page 46 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page46 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (46,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Do not allow a child or anyone to lean WARNING over or against the side window of a Always move the front passenger seat vehicle with side and curtain air bags: as far back as possible if installing a It is dangerous to allow anyone to...
Page 47 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page47 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 3. Place the child-restraint system on the 7. Make sure the front passenger air bag seat without putting your weight on the deactivation indicator light illuminates seat and fasten the seat belt.
Page 48 Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 2-36 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 49: Latch Child-Restraint Systems
Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
Page 50 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page50 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System Anchor bracket location Installation Procedure (Rear Seats) 1. Expand the open seams on the rear of the seat bottom slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors.
Page 51 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page51 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous.
Page 52: Srs Air Bags
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page52 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (52,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include 6 air bags. You can locate the various air bags by the use of SRS AIRBAG location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed.
Page 53 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page53 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (53,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries.
Page 54 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page54 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (54,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous.
Page 55 Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.
Page 56: Supplemental Restraint System Components
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page56 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: The air bag system with inflators and air bags. The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: The steering wheel hub The front passenger dashboard...
Page 57 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page57 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (57,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches (page 2-46) Driver seat slide position sensor Front seats 2-45 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 58: How The Air Bags Work
The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components. The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy.
Page 59 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page59 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (59,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger seat weight sensors as a part of the supplemental restraint system. (page 2-34). These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails.
Page 60 ON and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat; contact the Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident.
Page 61 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page61 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (61,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not decrease the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an adult or large child sits on the front passenger seat, decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat required for air bag deployment is dangerous.
Page 62 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page62 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (62,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is dangerous.
Page 63 Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates when an adult is seated in the front passenger seat, have the passenger re-adjust their posture by sitting with their feet on the floor, and then re-fastening the seat belt.
Page 64 The side and curtain air bags will function only once. After that, the side and curtain air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems.
Page 65 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page65 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (65,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Driving into a big hole or hitting the far Front air bag activation side of a hole. The front air bags will inflate if the severity of impact is above the designed threshold level.
Page 66 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page66 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Rear-ending or running under a truck's Side and curtain air bag activation tail gate may not provide the stopping The severity of impact above the designed force necessary for air bag deployment.
Page 67 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page67 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (67,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qConstant Monitoring Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side The following components of the air bag and curtain air bags. systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: SAS unit...
Page 68 ON. If any of these occur, Expended or damaged air bag/seat consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as belt pretensioner system components soon as possible. The system may not must be replaced after any collision work in an accident.
Page 69 If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) (page 9-2). 2-57 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
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Page 71: Knowing Your Mazda
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page71 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (71,1) Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ........ 3-2 í Advanced Keys ..............3-2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......3-7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ......
Page 72: Advanced Keyless Entry And Start System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page72 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (72,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System í Advanced Keys The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enable the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7).
Page 73 (not in the vehicle) for use if you need to make a replacement key. Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place, but not in the vehicle. If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 74 Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead Warning on page 3-18. Additional advanced keys can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 6 advanced keys can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle.
Page 75 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Maintenance Replacing the battery at an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent CAUTION damage to the advanced key. If replacing the battery by yourself, follow the Ø Make sure the battery is installed instruction below.
Page 76 Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your advanced key is lost or stolen, bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative.
Page 77: Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page77 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Opening the trunk lid Operation Using Advanced The operational range for opening the Keyless Functions trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm (31 in) from the center of the trunk lid.
Page 78 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page78 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE To lock The trunk is out of the operational range, To lock the doors, press the request however, starting the engine may be switch.
Page 79 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page79 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qOpening the Trunk Lid with Front passenger door request switch Request Switch To unlock the doors, press the request switch. A beep sound will be heard twice...
Page 80 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page80 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System The engraved mark (LOCK) indicated in NOTE the illustration may differ from that If turning the ignition switch is difficult, indicated on the actual vehicle (it may jiggle the steering wheel from side to side.
Page 81 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page81 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (81,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 5. (Manual transmission) Starting the engine Depress the clutch pedal all the way NOTE and shift into neutral. Engine-starting is controlled by the spark Keep the clutch pedal depressed while ignition system.
Page 82 Refer to Tachometer on page 5-38. If the engine does not start the first time, refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under Emergency Starting. If the engine still does not start, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-19). 3-12 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 83: Operation Using Advanced Key Functions
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page83 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (83,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Turning the engine off Operation Using Advanced NOTE Key Functions For improved engine starting performance the next time you start the engine after only...
Page 84 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page84 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (84,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System To confirm that all doors have been Transmitter locked, press the lock button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, Operation indicator light the horn will sound.
Page 85 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page85 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (85,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE (Turning on the alarm) Pressing the panic button for 1 second or The hazard warning lights flash when the theft more will trigger the alarm for about 2 deterrent system is turned off.
Page 86: Advanced Key Suspend Function
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page86 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (86,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAuxiliary Key Function Advanced Key Suspend Use the auxiliary key stored in the Function advanced key in the event of a dead transmitter battery or malfunction.
Page 87: Warning And Beep Sounds
However the beep sound will be heard vehicle inspected at an Authorized continuously when the ignition is Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. switched to ACC and the door is open Refer to Ignition Switch (page 5-2). due to the activation of the warning...
Page 88 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page88 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System qAdvanced Key Left-in-trunk The ignition has not been switched off. The auxiliary key is inserted into the Warning Beep ignition switch.
Page 89: When Warning Indicator/Beep Is Activated
When the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated in the auxiliary key to continue driving the instrument cluster. vehicle. Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-19 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 90: Doors And Locks
This could result in If your key is lost, consult your Authorized someone being badly injured or even Mazda Dealer and have your code number killed. Children may find these new ready. kinds of keys to be an interesting toy...
Page 91: Keyless Entry System (With Retractable Type Key)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page91 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Key extend/retract method (Retractable Keyless Entry System (with type key) Retractable Type Key) To extend the key, press the release button. This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk lid, and opens the power windows.
Page 92 To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-24). Trunk button Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 NOTE transmitters can be used with the keyless (U.S.A.) entry system per vehicle. Bring all...
Page 93 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page93 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (93,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To confirm that all doors have been NOTE locked, press the lock button again within The hazard warning lights flash when the theft 5 seconds.
Page 94 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page94 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:49 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter Maintenance 2. Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the If the buttons on the transmitter are key from the transmitter.
Page 95 Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. CAUTION 6.
Page 96: Door Locks
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page96 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks After closing the doors, always verify Door Locks that they are securely closed: Doors not securely closed are WARNING dangerous, if the vehicle is driven...
Page 97 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page97 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (97,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with To lock either front door with the door- lock knob from the outside, press the Transmitter (with Advanced Key) door-lock knob to the lock position and The doors can be locked/unlocked by close the door.
Page 98 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page98 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (98,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with key Driver's door All doors lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key. All doors unlock when the driver's door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer.
Page 99 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page99 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (99,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with transmitter CAUTION (with retractable type key) Before closing a front door make sure All doors can be locked/unlocked by other passengers are not operating a...
Page 100 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page100 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Closing the freestyle doors WARNING 1. Close the rear door first, and then close Make sure the rear door is closed the front door.
Page 101: Trunk Lid
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page101 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Trunk Trunk Lid WARNING WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow Never allow a person to ride in the...
Page 102 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page102 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (102,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the request Closing the trunk lid switch (with advanced key) Grasp the inner handle and pull the trunk...
Page 103: Inside Trunk Release Lever
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page103 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (103,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WARNING Inside Trunk Release Lever Close the trunk lid and do not allow Your vehicle is equipped with an inside children to play inside the vehicle:...
Page 104: Power Windows
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page104 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (104,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Trunk Lid from the Power Windows Inside The ignition must be switched ON for the Slide the inside trunk release lever in the power windows to operate.
Page 105 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page105 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Power Windows Manual opening/closing To open a power window to the desired NOTE position, lightly hold down the switch. The passenger power window can be...
Page 106 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page106 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE NOTE (POWER WINDOW RESET PROCEDURE) Pressing the power window switch once when If the battery was disconnected during vehicle the window is fully closed will only open it...
Page 107 If you are unable to cancel the function automatically, pull and hold the switch fully despite carrying out the cancellation and the window will close. procedure, consult an Authorized Mazda The jam-safe window function does not Dealer. operate until the system is re-initialized.
Page 108 Opening injury. Because nobody likes getting into a very qOpening/Closing the Power hot car, Mazda has introduced a way to open the both windows as you approach Windows from Outside the vehicle to get the air moving before Both power windows can be opened or you get in.
Page 109 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page109 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (109,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Retractable type key WARNING Use the remote auto-window function Lock button only when you can see the vehicle and Unlock button it is in a secure area:...
Page 110 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page110 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (110,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE With request switch on the driver's door (Advanced key) The window opening operation also can be stopped by turning the key clockwise. However, 1.
Page 111: Rear Quarter Windows
CAUTION qClosing a Window Always use only a genuine Mazda Pull the latch inward and then push it fuel-filler cap or an approved backward until it snaps shut. Make sure equivalent, available at an the window is securely closed.
Page 112 Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qFuel-Filler Cap To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it clockwise until two or more clicks are heard.
Page 113: Hood
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page113 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (113,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded Hood area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood WARNING open.
Page 114: Moonroof Í
The moonroof can be opened or closed does not get inside the cabin area. After electrically only when the ignition is washing your Mazda or after it rains, wipe the switched ON. water off the moonroof before operating it to...
Page 115 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page115 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (115,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qSunshade To close to the desired position, press the front of the tilt or slide switch. The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand.
Page 116: Security System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page116 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (116,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System CAUTION Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) Do not allow the following when starting the engine with the auxiliary The immobilizer system allows the engine...
Page 117 Always keep a spare advanced key in case indicator light keeps illuminating or one is lost. If an advanced key is lost, flashing, the system may have a consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as malfunction. Consult an Authorized soon as possible. Mazda Dealer.
Page 118 Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the engine is shut off while the indicator light is flashing, you will not be able to restart it.
Page 119: Immobilizer System (Without Advanced Key)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page119 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (119,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System CAUTION Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the engine The immobilizer system allows the engine...
Page 120 Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. indicator light keeps illuminating or If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda flashing, the system may have a Dealer will reset the electronic codes of malfunction. Consult an Authorized your remaining keys and immobilizer Mazda Dealer.
Page 121: Theft-Deterrent System
Go to an Authorized function. Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you The system operates only when the driver is shut off the engine while the light is in the vehicle or within operational range flashing you will not be able to restart it.
Page 122 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page122 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (122,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Opening the trunk lid by operating the NOTE trunk lid release button. Locking the doors with the inside door-lock If the system is triggered again, the lights knob will not arm the system.
Page 123 Authorized Mazda Dealer. qTheft-Deterrent Labels A label indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System is in the glove compartment. Mazda recommends that you affix it to the lower rear corner of a front door window. 3-53 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 124: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page124 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (124,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors WARNING qOutside Mirrors Never adjust the steering wheel while Check the mirror angles before driving. the vehicle is moving:...
Page 125 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page125 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (125,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors qRearview Mirror 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. WARNING Selector switch Outside mirror Do not stack cargo or objects higher...
Page 126 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page126 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (126,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Press the OFF button ( ) to cancel the NOTE automatic dimming function. The For the manual day/night mirror, perform the indicator light will turn off.
Page 127 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page127 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (127,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor. Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally.
Page 128 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page128 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (128,1) 3-58 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 129: Before Driving Your Mazda
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page129 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (129,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-4 Before Starting the Engine ............
Page 130: Fuel And Engine Exhaust Precautions
Ø Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels.
Page 131: Emission Control System
Ø USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Ø Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction. Ø Do not coast with the ignition switch turned off. Ø Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
Page 132: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)
When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous.
Page 133: Before Starting The Engine
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page133 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (133,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean.
Page 134: Driving Tips
Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda.
Page 135: Hazardous Driving
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page135 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (135,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips WARNING Hazardous Driving Never stop the engine when going WARNING down a hill: Stopping the engine when going Be extremely careful if it is necessary to down a hill is dangerous.
Page 136: Floor Mat
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page136 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (136,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat Rocking the Vehicle WARNING WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked Do not spin the wheels at more than 56...
Page 137: Winter Driving
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to returns to normal. perform the following precautions: Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in qSnow Tires the radiator.
Page 138 Check local regulations before using tire from the 19-inch size to 18-inch tires. chains. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. CAUTION Install the chains on the rear tires. Ø Chains may affect handling.
Page 139: Driving In Flooded Area
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page139 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (139,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly Be careful not to overload your vehicle: and applying the brakes lightly until...
Page 140: Driving On Uneven Road
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page140 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 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 on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps.
Page 141: Towing
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page141 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (141,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda RX-8 is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda RX-8. 4-13 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 142 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page142 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (142,1) 4-14 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 143 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page143 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (143,1) Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..............5-2 Ignition Switch ................5-2 Starting the Engine ..............5-4 Turning the Engine Off ............. 5-5 Brake System ................5-6 Manual Transmission Operation ..........
Page 144: Ignition Switch
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page144 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (144,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qIgnition Switch Positions Ignition Switch With advanced Auxiliary key (with advanced key) NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-9).
Page 145 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page145 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transmission WARNING To switch the ignition from ACC to OFF/ Remove the key only when the vehicle LOCK, the shift lever must be in the P is parked (with steering lock position.
Page 146: Starting The Engine
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page146 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Starting the Engine If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. NOTE Leaving the key or start knob in any position...
Page 147: Turning The Engine Off
Emergency Starting. If the engine still does accident and serious injury. not start, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-19). CAUTION When leaving the vehicle, make sure the ignition is switched off.
Page 148: Brake System
Do not coast with the engine stalled or qFoot Brake turned off, find a safe place to stop: Coasting with the engine stalled or Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes turned off is dangerous. Braking will that adjust automatically through normal require more effort, and the brake's use.
Page 149 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page149 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (149,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qParking Brake CAUTION WARNING Ø Do not drive with your foot held on the clutch pedal or brake pedal, Before leaving the driver's seat, always...
Page 150 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page150 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with sufficient force to hold the vehicle in a stationary position.
Page 151 Consult an Authorized speed, tailgating (following another Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the vehicle too closely), driving on ice and brake light is no longer illuminated. snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire...
Page 152 Have the vehicle towed to as if the vehicle had no ABS. an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have Should this happen, consult an Authorized the brakes inspected as soon as Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 153: Manual Transmission Operation
As soon as overrev when the tachometer needle enters the striped zone. you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The display of the variable red zone in the tachometer changes according to the temperature of the engine coolant.
Page 154 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page154 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle is equipped with a device to CAUTION prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal Push the shift lever downward and shift to except when shifting gears.
Page 155 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page155 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving For cruising Gear Vehicle speed 1 to 2 23 km/h (14 mph) 2 to 3 34 km/h (21 mph) 3 to 4 45 km/h (28 mph)
Page 156: Automatic Transmission Controls
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page156 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (156,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position).
Page 157 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page157 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransmission Ranges WARNING The shift lever must be in P or N to If the engine is running faster than idle, operate the starter.
Page 158 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page158 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActive Adaptive Shift (AAS) NOTE When the ignition switch is in the LOCK Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) position, the shift lever cannot be shifted automatically controls the transmission from P.
Page 159 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page159 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Shifting If you change to manual shift mode when You can shift gears up and down by the vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to operating the shift lever or the steering shift switches.
Page 160 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page160 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift down to a lower gear with the WARNING steering shift switches, press either of the Keep your hands on the steering wheel...
Page 161 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page161 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Shifting down When driving at high speeds, the gear may If the vehicle speed is higher than the not shift down depending on vehicle speed.
Page 162 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page162 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDirect Mode If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower, the gears shift Direct mode can be used for temporarily...
Page 163 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page163 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Descending steep grades Shifting up and down while in direct mode may When descending a steep grade, shift to not be possible depending on the vehicle lower gears, depending on load weight speed.
Page 164: Power Steering
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page164 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Power Steering The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction Power steering is only operable when the indicator light illuminates. Steering is engine is running.
Page 165: Cruise Control
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page165 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActivation/Deactivation Cruise Control To activate the system, press the ON/OFF With cruise control, you can set and switch. automatically maintain any speed of more The cruise main indicator light than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
Page 166 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page166 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed 3. Press down the cruise control SET/- switch and release it at the desired Follow either of these procedures.
Page 167 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page167 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (167,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-down feature that To increase speed using accelerator pedal allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a...
Page 168: Traction Control System (Tcs)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page168 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (168,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the CANCEL switch. Traction Control System í (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking.
Page 169: Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page169 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (169,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTCS/DSC Indicator Light Dynamic Stability Control í (DSC) The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunction with systems such...
Page 170 CAUTION Ø The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed: Ø Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels. Ø Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand and tread This indicator light stays on for a few pattern on all four wheels.
Page 171 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page171 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (171,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDSC OFF Switch NOTE When DSC is on and you attempt to free the Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of TCS/DSC.
Page 172: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page172 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (172,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving í Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire. If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound.
Page 173 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page173 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (173,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION Ø Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.
Page 174 Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light: Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous, even if you know why it is illuminated.
Page 175 Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle.
Page 176 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page176 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the warning light illuminates again even When a metallic device such as a non- after the tire pressures are adjusted, there genuine navigation system is equipped may be a tire puncture.
Page 177 Ø When replacing/repairing the tires The easiest way to do it is to have an or wheels or both, have the work Authorized Mazda Dealer change your tire and done by an Authorized Mazda complete ID signal code registration. Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged.
Page 178 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page178 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................... page 5-37 Speed Unit Selector ................... page 5-37 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ..........page 5-37 Tachometer ......................
Page 179: Instrument Cluster And Indicators
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page179 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (179,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. The display mode can be changed...
Page 180 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page180 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators NOTE NOTE When the ignition is switched to ACC or the Only the trip meters record tenths of ignition is switched off, the odometer or trip kilometers (miles).
Page 181 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page181 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qFuel Gauge CAUTION The fuel gauge shows approximately how Do not run the engine with the much fuel is remaining in the tank when tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
Page 182 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page182 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Bright Canceling the illumination dimmer When the headlight switch is in the position, the illumination of the instrument cluster and the information display dims.
Page 183 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page183 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (183,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-43...
Page 184 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page184 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (184,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Low Fuel Warning Light 5-47 Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-47 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-49 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light...
Page 185: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds
Consult an Authorized Parking brake warning Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched WARNING to START or ON.
Page 186: Warning/Indicator Lights
ABS. brake force distribution system. Should this happen, consult an Authorized WARNING Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Do not drive with both the ABS warning NOTE light and brake warning light When the engine is jump-started to charge the illuminated.
Page 187 We recommend illuminated because the engine could an Authorized Mazda Dealer. stop unexpectedly. If the light remains illuminated even after qEngine Oil Level Warning Light you add oil, have your vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 188 Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving: NOTE The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of 1. Drive to the side of the road and park the engine oil level. The compact, high off the right-of-way.
Page 189 If the check engine light remains on or Self-servicing or tampering with the flashes continuously, do not drive at high systems is dangerous. An air bag/ speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda pretensioner could accidentally Dealer as soon as possible. activate or become disabled causing qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt serious injury or death.
Page 190 : Flashing that their seat belts are not fastened. For the : Beep safety of the driver and front passenger, Mazda recommends not deactivating the belt Once the beep sound is heard, it continues reminder.
Page 191 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page191 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:50 AM Black plate (191,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qDoor-Ajar Warning Light Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below.
Page 192 Continuing to drive your immediately and avoid sudden Mazda in this condition could cause maneuvering and braking: damage to your transmission. If the tire pressure monitoring system Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer warning light illuminates or flashes, as soon as possible.
Page 193 Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous - take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires, TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle.
Page 194 When the warning light flashes, there may the vehicle. Have the vehicle be a system malfunction. Consult an inspected at an Authorized Mazda Authorized Mazda Dealer. Dealer as soon as possible. 5-52 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 195 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page195 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (195,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds When flashing KEY Indicator Light (Green) Under the following conditions, the When illuminated KEY warning light (red) flashes to When the start knob is pushed in from the...
Page 196 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page196 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (196,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qShift Position Indicator Light The light stops flashing when the ignition is switched ON with the correct ignition (Automatic Transmission) key.
Page 197 If the light stays on when the TCS/DSC is not switched off, take your vehicle to an The indicator light has two colors. Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction. Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber) The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated.
Page 198 If the light remains illuminated after the If the indicator light illuminates, contact engine is started, or illuminates while an Authorized Mazda Dealer. driving, turn off the engine after parking in a safe place, and then start the engine again.
Page 199: Beep Sounds
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page199 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (199,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qTurn-Signal/Hazard Warning Beep Sounds Indicator Lights qSeat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds.
Page 200 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page200 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (200,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qTire Inflation Pressure Warning í Beep The warning beep sound will be heard for about 3 seconds when there is any abnormality in tire inflation pressures (page 5-30).
Page 201: Switches And Controls
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page201 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (201,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Lighting Control qHeadlights Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off. NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them.
Page 202 In this case, the light turns off if the light switch is turned to the OFF position. The sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-60...
Page 203 Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. NOTE If the headlights flicker, or the brightness weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a replacement is necessary.
Page 204 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qFlashing the Headlights If the indicator light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully towards you (the headlight switch does qDaytime Running Lights (Canada) not need to be on). The lever will return to the normal position when released.
Page 205: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page205 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (205,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í Fog Lights Turn and Lane-Change Signals Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen.
Page 206: Windshield Wipers And Washer
Authorized could result in an accident. Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of- Only use windshield washer fluid way. Wait until the weather clears before trying mixed with anti-freeze protection in to drive with the wipers inoperative.
Page 207 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page207 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (207,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls With AUTO position AUTO (Auto-wiper control) When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and...
Page 208 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page208 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (208,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Ø When the wiper lever is in the CAUTION AUTO position and the ignition is Ø Do not shade the rain sensor by...
Page 209 (page 8-17). If it's normal, stop operation. In this case, set the wiper consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. lever to the low speed position or high speed position for manual operation, or...
Page 210: Headlight Washer Í
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page210 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (210,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í Headlight Washer Rear Window Defroster The ignition must be switched ON and the The rear window defroster clears frost, headlights must be turned on.
Page 211: Horn
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page211 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (211,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í qMirror Defroster Horn To turn on the mirror defrosters, switch To sound the horn, press the mark on the ignition ON and press the rear window the steering wheel.
Page 212: Hazard Warning Flasher
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page212 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (212,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher HomeLink Wireless í Control System The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a NOTE roadway in an emergency.
Page 213 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page213 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (213,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE WARNING FCC ID: NZLOBIHL3 Do not use the HomeLink system with CANADA:4112A-OBIHL3 any garage door opener that lacks the This device complies with FCC rules part 15.
Page 214 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page214 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (214,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons 5. Press and hold the just-trained which can be individually selected and HomeLink button and observe the programmed using the transmitters for indicator light.
Page 215 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page215 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (215,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls HomeLink should now activate your Continue to press and hold the HomeLink rolling code equipped device. button while you press and release every two seconds ( cycle ) your hand-...
Page 216 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page216 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (216,1) 5-74 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 217: Interior Comfort
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ......6-65 Hands-Free Telephone Setting ..........6-71 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used ......6-76 Safety Certification ..............6-76 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service ....6-77 Interior Equipment ..............6-78 Sunvisors ................. 6-78 Interior Lights ................. 6-78 Information Display ..............
Page 218 ON efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda when the engine is not running. Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
Page 219: Climate Control System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page219 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Center Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, move Directing airflow the adjustment knob. Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right.
Page 220 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page220 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Floor Vents Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 221: Types Of The Climate Control System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page221 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately. Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Manual Type ......................
Page 222: Manual Type
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page222 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch A/C switch Air intake selector Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector switch qControl Switches NOTE (U.S.A., Canada) Temperature control dial...
Page 223 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page223 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System This dial allows variable fan speeds. Air intake selector 0 Fan off 1 Low speed 2 Medium low speed 3 Medium high speed 4 High speed Mode selector switch This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle.
Page 224 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page224 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Windshield defroster switch NOTE If the windshield fogs up easily, set the mode selector switch to the position. If cooler air is desired at face level, set the mode selector switch at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to...
Page 225 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page225 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging CAUTION 1. Press the windshield defroster switch. When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy 2.
Page 226 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page226 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Press the mode selector switch to the desired position.
Page 227: Fully Automatic Type
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page227 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (227,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Climate control information is displayed on the information display. Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch Fan control dial A/C switch Temperature control dial OFF switch Air intake selector...
Page 228 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page228 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (228,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the The desired airflow mode can be selected climate control system. (page 6-4). Temperature control dial NOTE With the airflow mode set to...
Page 229 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page229 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (229,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE Windshield defroster switch The air conditioning operates when the A/C switch is pressed even if the fan control dial is off. The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C.
Page 230 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page230 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (230,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE NOTE Setting the temperature to maximum high Use the temperature control dial to increase or low will not provide the desired the air flow temperature and defog the temperature at a faster rate.
Page 231: Audio System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page231 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (231,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System qAM/FM Radio Antenna WARNING The antenna is printed onto the window glass. Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle: CAUTION Adjusting the audio while driving the When washing the inside of the...
Page 232 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page232 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (232,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not AM characteristics bend around corners, but they do reflect. AM signals bend around such things as Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot buildings or mountains and bounce off the...
Page 233 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page233 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (233,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in This occurs very close to a transmitter straight lines and become weak in valleys tower.
Page 234 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page234 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (234,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/In- The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly Dash CD Changer bent) CDs should never be used. Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or...
Page 235 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page235 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (235,1) Interior Comfort Audio System A new CD may have rough edges on The CD player/In-dash CD changer has its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc been designed to play CDs bearing the with rough edges is used, proper identification logo as shown below.
Page 236 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page236 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (236,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Do not use record sprays, antistatic Completely read the instruction manual agents, or household spray cleaners. and cautions for CD-R/CD-RWs. Volatile chemicals such as benzine and Do not use discs with cellophane tape thinner can also damage the surface of adhering, partially peeled off labels, or...
Page 237 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page237 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (237,1) Interior Comfort Audio System This unit can play MP3s with sampling Folder frequencies of 16/22.05/24/32/44.1/48 : Folder : Track (File) kHz. This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps.
Page 238 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page238 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (238,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The maximum number of characters Specialized glossary that can be used for file names is as follows. However, this unit will only Abbreviation for MPEG Audio Layer 3 . display up to 30 characters, including A technical standard for audio the file extension (.mp3).
Page 239 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page239 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (239,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second, expressed in bps (bits per second). Generally, the larger the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file, the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries, and therefore the better the sound quality.
Page 240 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page240 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (240,1) MEMO 6-24 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 241: Audio Set
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page241 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (241,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set Audio information is displayed on the information display. There are two types of In-dash CD changers. Check which In-dash CD changer your vehicle is equipped with. CD Player In-Dash CD Changer (non-MP3 compatible) In-dash CD Changer (MP3 compatible)
Page 242 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page242 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (242,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Audio sound adjustment Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. 1. Press the audio control dial to select the function.
Page 243 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page243 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior Comfort Audio System * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. Standard audio-equipped model 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Standard audio-equipped model Indication Turn Left Turn Right...
Page 244 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page244 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (244,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Turn the audio control dial to select ALC NOTE OFF or ALC LEVEL1 7 modes. The Depending on the type of audio unit, the selected mode will be indicated. order in which the functions appear differs.
Page 245 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page245 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (245,1) Interior Comfort Audio System ® Centerpoint can be set on or off. NOTE ® Centerpoint operates optimally with a 2- channel stereo CD. MP3 audio files can be played, however, MP3 audio files encoded with high compression may result in poor sound quality.
Page 246 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page246 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (246,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Band selector button Channel preset buttons Auto memory Scan button button Seek tuning button Manual tuning dial Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button ( ) to The radio has the following tuning turn the radio on.
Page 247 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page247 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (247,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press and hold the auto memory button NOTE ) for about 2 seconds until a beep If you continue to press and hold the button, sound is heard;...
Page 248 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page248 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (248,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Satellite Radio Channel preset buttons Satellite button Instant replay button Auto memory Scan button button Seek tuning button Category button Manual tuning dial/Electronic serial number button Display feed dial Information display All operations of the satellite radio are displayed on the Information display.
Page 249 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page249 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE What is satellite radio? This equipment has been tested and found to With over 130 channels, SIRIUS Satellite comply with the limits for a Class B digital Radio brings you more of what you love.
Page 250 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page250 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (250,1) Interior Comfort Audio System SIRIUS service uses an ID code to Every time the satellite button is pressed, identify your radio. This code is needed to the bank changes in the order shown activate SIRIUS service, and report any below.
Page 251 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page251 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE Do not perform the following operation while If the last channel selected has become UPDATING is displayed. Otherwise, the unavailable because of a channel update the updating procedure will be cancelled.
Page 252 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page252 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Highest category → All categories → 3. SR (bank number) (preset number) (channel number)] are Lowest category displayed. NOTE 4. Three seconds later, it returns to normal While all categories are selected, all channels display.
Page 253 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page253 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (253,1) Interior Comfort Audio System The long name is displayed first, and Channel number, channel name, category, artist, song titles and info three seconds later the short name is displayed. If there is no short name, the display long name is displayed.
Page 254 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page254 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (254,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Three seconds after scrolling the long (INFO (such as composer's name) name, the display automatically returns display) to display the first part of the long When the display button is pressed name.
Page 255 FAIL is displayed after button is being pressed. When pressing pressing the ESN button for 1.5 seconds and holding the button until the end of the or longer, contact an Authorized Mazda program, the instant replay mode is Dealer. cancelled.
Page 256 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page256 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (256,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 3. SR1 - - - - appears, which indicates NOTE that it is ready for code input. Master code: The Master Code is used to initialize or re- 4.
Page 257 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page257 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (257,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (New ID code input determination) (Registered ID code input) 10. Determine the new ID code which 5. Input the registered ID code using has been input by pressing the auto channel preset buttons 1-4.
Page 258 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page258 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (258,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (Registered ID code input preparation) NOTE If an ID code is not input for ten seconds, 2. Press and hold the auto memory Err is displayed and it returns to the button, then press channel preset button former display.
Page 259 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page259 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (259,1) MEMO 6-43 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 260 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page260 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (260,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player Load button CD slot CD play button CD eject button Scan button Fast-forward/Track up button Reverse/Track down button Repeat button Random button Playback Type...
Page 261 If the message track. appears again, take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service. Music scan This function scans the titles on a CD and plays 10 seconds of each song to aid you in finding a song you want to listen to.
Page 262 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page262 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (262,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Music CD player (non-MP3 compatible) Channel preset buttons Music CD/MP3 CD player (MP3 compatible) CD slot CD play button Load button CD eject button Scan button Disc up/Folder up...
Page 263 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page263 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (263,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the channel preset button for the Ejecting CDs from desired tray number desired tray number while WAIT is 1. Press and hold the CD eject button ( displayed.
Page 264 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page264 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (264,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Press the scan button ( ) during Fast-forward/Reverse playback to start the scan play operation Press and hold the fast-forward button (the track number will flash). ( ) to advance through a track at high Press the scan button ( ) again to...
Page 265 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page265 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (265,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During music CD playback Music CD 1. Press the random button ( ) during Disc number/Track playback to play the tracks in the CD number/Elapsed time display randomly.
Page 266 CD for damage, dirt, or smudges, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service. qOperating the Auxiliary jack You can connect portable audio units, such as an MP3 player or similar products...
Page 267 Interior Comfort Audio System qError Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution Depending on the...
Page 268: Audio Control Switch Operation
NOTE The voice recognition/hands-free switch is operable with the audio unit turned off. Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority.
Page 269 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page269 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (269,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qAdjusting the Volume NOTE CD, CD changer, and SIRIUS digital satellite To increase the volume, press up the radio modes cannot be selected in the volume switch.
Page 270: Aux Mode (Auxiliary Input)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page270 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (270,1) Interior Comfort Audio System When playing a CD AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) Press up the seek switch to skip to the You can connect portable audio units, next track. such as an MP3 player or similar products Press down the seek switch to repeat the on the market, to the auxiliary jack to...
Page 271 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page271 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (271,1) Interior Comfort Audio System To listen to a portable audio unit CAUTION 1. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Ø Close the cover when the auxiliary jack is not in use to prevent 2.
Page 272: Safety Certification
Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Ø Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed.
Page 273: Bluetooth Hands-Free
However, even among these operations while the vehicle is parked: Bluetooth phones are some which Performing phonebook registration will not connect with your Mazda or while driving the vehicle could be a will have limited function. Therefore, distraction to your driving and result consult Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free in an unexpected accident.
Page 274 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page274 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (274,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free NOTE Voice Recognition/Hands-Free switch operations The Bluetooth Hands-Free system is operable several seconds after the ignition A short press or a long press of the voice is switched to ACC or ON (requires less recognition/hands-free switch is used to than 15 seconds).
Page 275 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page275 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (275,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Close the windows and/or the Audio unit/Navigation system moonroof to reduce loud noises from The audio unit or navigation system is outside the vehicle, or turn down the used for adjusting the volume.
Page 276 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page276 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (276,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qFunction Restrictions While NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system, you Using Bluetooth Hands-Free can also press the voice recognition/hands-free Some functions are limited while switch with a short press and say: [Beep] Bluetooth Hands-Free is being used.
Page 277: Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page277 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (277,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 4. Say: [Beep] Language Basic Bluetooth Hands- 5. Prompt: Select a language: English, Free Operation French, or Spanish. qBluetooth Hands-Free Preparation 6. Say: [Beep] French (Speak the desired language: English , French Language setting or Spanish )
Page 278 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page278 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (278,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 4. Say: [Beep] Yes 4. Prompt: Select one of the following: Pairing options, confirmation prompts, 5. Prompt: Please wait. Switching to select phone, language, or passcode, or French phone book.
Page 279 For the operation of the mobile telephone, priority X (Priority number). Is this refer to its instruction manual. correct? 15. Select Mazda from the device list 24. Say: [Beep] Yes searched by the mobile phone. 25. Prompt: Pairing complete 16. Input the 4-digit pairing code set in Step 9 to the mobile telephone.
Page 280 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page280 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (280,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qReceiving an Incoming Call 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press (without 1. Prompt: Incoming call, press the navigation system) or a long press phone button to answer .
Page 281: Convenient Use Of The Hands-Free System
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page281 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (281,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free qVolume Adjustment Convenient Use of the The power/volume dial of the audio unit Hands-Free System or navigation system is used to adjust the qPhone Book Usage volume.
Page 282 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page282 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (282,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 10. Say: [Beep] Mobile (Say Home , NOTE Work , Mobile , or Pager , for the For vehicles with the navigation system, you desired location to be registered.) can also press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press and say: [Beep] 11.
Page 283 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page283 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (283,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 3. Prompt: Dialing 2. Say: [Beep] Mute off 3. Prompt: Microphone unmuted qEmergency Calls qTransferring a Call A call can be made to the emergency phone number (911) using the voice input Transferring a call from Hands-Free to command.
Page 284 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page284 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (284,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free NOTE NOTE To refuse an incoming call, press the voice For vehicles with the navigation system, you recognition/hands-free switch with a long can also press the voice recognition/hands-free press.
Page 285 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page285 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (285,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 12. Say: [Beep] XXXXXXXXXXX 5. Prompt: Please say the name of the (Ex. 666-1234 ) (Say the new entry you would like to delete, or say phone number to be registered.) List names ..., or say cancel to return to main menu.
Page 286 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page286 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (286,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 4. Say: [Beep] Erase all 5. Prompt: XXXXX..., XXXXX..., XXXXX... (Ex. John's phone , Mary's 5. Prompt: Are you sure you want to phone, Bill's phone) (Voice guidance erase everything from your Hands Free reads out the voice tags registered to system phone book?
Page 287: Hands-Free Telephone Setting
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page287 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (287,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 7. Prompt: XXXXX..., XXXXX..., Hands-Free Telephone Setting XXXXX... (Ex. Phone A, phone B, phone C) (The voice guidance reads qMobile Phone out the phone tags registered to the hands-free system.) Mobile phone registration For the registration of a Bluetooth...
Page 288 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page288 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (288,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 3. Prompt: Select one of the following: 3. Prompt: Select one of the following: pairing options, confirmation prompts, pairing options, confirmation prompts, select phone, language, or passcode..., select phone, language, or passcode..., or say cancel to return to main or say cancel to return to main...
Page 289 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page289 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (289,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Passcode setting NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system, you 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free can also press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press (without switch with a short press and say: [Beep] navigation system) or a long press Telephone or Phone .
Page 290 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page290 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:51 AM Black plate (290,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free 5. Prompt: Passcode is enabled. Would 3. Prompt: Select one of the following: you like to disable it? pairing options, confirmation prompts, select phone, language, or passcode..., 6.
Page 291 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page291 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (291,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free (For example, 1234 must be read out NOTE one, two, three, four , not twelve, thirty For vehicles with the navigation system, you four .) can also press the voice recognition/hands-free Do not read out parentheses.
Page 292: When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot Be Used
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page292 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (292,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Safety Certification When Bluetooth Hands- Free cannot be used FCC ID: CB2MBLUEC07 IC:279B- MBLUEC07 Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used This device complies with Part 15 of the under the following conditions: FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry The mobile telephone is outside of the...
Page 293: Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page293 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (293,1) Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands-Free Mazda Bluetooth Hands- Free Customer Service For toll-free Bluetooth Hands-Free customer service call 800-430-0153 or go to www.MazdaUSA.com/bluetooth for assistance. 6-77 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 294: Interior Equipment
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page294 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (294,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights qIlluminated Entry System When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. When the illuminated entry system Sunvisor operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position)and the courtesy...
Page 295 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page295 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (295,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qOverhead Lights qMap Lights The map lights are switched on or off by Front pressing the switches. Switch Position Front Overhead Lights qCourtesy Lights Light off Light is on when any door is Turns on when any door is open or the open...
Page 296: Information Display
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page296 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (296,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display Clock Audio display Climate control display / Ambient temperature display Hands-free display qInformation Display Functions The information display has the following functions: Clock Outside Temperature Display Climate Control Display Audio Display...
Page 297 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page297 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (297,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClock With navigation system Refer to the separate manual When the ignition is switched to ACC or NAVIGATION SYSTEM . ON, the time is displayed. NOTE Minutes and seconds are adjusted by the GPS, however, it is necessary to adjust hours under...
Page 298: Lighter
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page298 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (298,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment NOTE Lighter Under the following conditions, the ambient temperature display may differ from the Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. actual ambient temperature depending on 1.
Page 299: Ashtray
To use, open the cover. plug-in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. Ø If the lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.
Page 300: Cup Holder
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page300 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (300,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qFront Cup Holder To use, slide the lid while pushing the WARNING button until you hear a click sound. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is...
Page 301: Storage Compartments
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page301 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (301,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCoin Box Storage Compartments To open, press the release catch down and WARNING pull the lid downward. Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous.
Page 302 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page302 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (302,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCenter Console Rear To open, pull the release catch. Front 1. Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. CAUTION Do not place bottles filled with fluid 2.
Page 303 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page303 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (303,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To open, squeeze the latch and pull the lid Loading long objects with storage box down. removed When closing the storage box, put the The storage box can be removed for storage box back in its original position convenient loading of long objects such as until you hear a click sound.
Page 304: Accessory Socket
Ø Do not use accessories that Only use genuine Mazda accessories or require more than 120 W (DC 12 the equivalent requiring no greater than V, 10 A). 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Page 305: In Case Of An Emergency
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page305 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (305,1) In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ............7-2 Flat Tire ..................7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ............
Page 306: Parking In An Emergency
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page306 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (306,1) In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution...
Page 307: Flat Tire
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page307 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (307,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box Jack Lug wrench...
Page 308 Perform the removal procedure in reverse. qSpare Tire A temporary spare tire is not equipped with your Mazda. If an emergency tire repair is needed, repair the flat tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). If you require a temporary spare tire, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 309: Instant Mobility System (Ims) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit
After temporarily repairing a tire with the about 25 mm (1 in). emergency flat tire repair kit, take your vehicle Ø Do not use a tire chain on this to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire tire because it won't fit replaced. properly. Ø...
Page 310 IMS Emergency Flat NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase Tire Repair Kit new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit Dealer. includes the following items. The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used in the following cases.
Page 311 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page311 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (311,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Unload passengers and luggage, and NOTE remove the emergency flat tire repair The tire sealant can be used at outside temperatures down to _ 30°C ( _ 22°F). kit.
Page 312 Valve Valve core Valve NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase a new tire sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 11. Pull out the injection hose from the valve. Reinsert the valve core into the NOTE valve and turn it clockwise to install Store the valve core in a place where it won't get dirty.
Page 313 Do not throw away the empty tire sealant bottle after use. Return the empty tire sealant bottle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when replacing the tire. The empty tire sealant bottle will need to be used to extract and dispose of the used sealant from the tire.
Page 314 , 3 bar, 43.5 psi) is Ø Drive carefully to an Authorized dangerous. When the inflation pressure rises above 300 kPa (3.1 Mazda Dealer and keep the kgf/cm , 3 bar, 43.5 psi), heated air vehicle speed below 80 km/h (50 will be exhausted from the back of mph).
Page 315: Changing The Tire
(page 5-34). expired. Have the tire sealant replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer before the period of 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- effective use has expired.
Page 316 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page316 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (316,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qRemoving the Tire 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them and away from the vehicle and traffic.
Page 317 Before positions recommended in this manual: removing the lug nuts, make sure your Attempting to jack the vehicle in Mazda is firmly in position and that it positions other than those cannot slip or move. recommended in this manual is dangerous.
Page 318 If you lose qMounting the Tire this key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's 1. Remove dirt and grime from the order form, which is with the registration mounting surfaces of the wheel and card.
Page 319 Because the wheel studs and lug nuts Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and on your Mazda have metric threads, bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts using a non-metric nut is dangerous. could loosen while driving and cause...
Page 320 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page320 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (320,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them properly. (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire.
Page 321: Overheating
Open the hood ONLY after steam is no Stop the engine and call an longer escaping from the engine: Authorized Mazda Dealer. Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous. The escaping steam could 6. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, seriously burn you.
Page 322 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-18 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 323: Emergency Starting
Do not hold the ignition switch in the START position for over 10 seconds. It may damage the starter and drain the battery. If the engine still does not start using the above procedure, have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-19 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 324: Jump-Starting
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page324 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (324,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
Page 325 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page325 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (325,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.
Page 326 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page326 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (326,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 3. Remove the battery cover from its rear Connect the other end to a solid, side. stationary, exposed metallic point (for example, the tightening bolt) away from the discharged battery (4).
Page 327: Push-Starting
Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (327,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed...
Page 328: Emergency Towing
Towing Description Do not tow the vehicle pointed We recommend that towing be done only forward with driving wheels on the by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a ground. This may cause internal commercial tow-truck service. damage to the transmission.
Page 329: Tiedown Hooks
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page329 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (329,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Rear Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle. They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping.
Page 330 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page330 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (330,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Rear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper.
Page 331: Recreational Towing
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page331 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (331,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transmission is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to Towing Description (page 7-24) and Tiedown Hooks (page 7-25) and...
Page 332 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page332 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (332,1) 7-28 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 333: Maintenance And Care
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page333 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (333,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................. 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............8-3 Owner Maintenance ..............8-8 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........
Page 334: Introduction
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored. Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
Page 335: Scheduled Maintenance
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page335 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (335,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used Driving on rough or muddy roads...
Page 336 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page336 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (336,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles 22.5 37.5 52.5 ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belts COOLING SYSTEM...
Page 337 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 338 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page338 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (338,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles ENGINE Puerto Rico Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months Engine oil Others Engine oil filter...
Page 339 *2 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 340: Owner Maintenance
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Page 341: Owner Maintenance Precautions
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you're unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 342 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page342 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (342,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on. It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off. 8-10 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 343: Engine Compartment Overview
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page343 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (343,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Brake/Clutch fluid Engine oil-filler cap reservoir Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Fuse block (next to air filter) Battery Fuse block...
Page 344: Engine Oil
NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (ILSAC) The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of the engine oil level. The compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in Only use oils Certified For Gasoline your vehicle consumes a small amount of Engines by the American Petroleum engine oil due to its structural design.
Page 345 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page345 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (345,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Remove the service cover. Except U.S.A. and CANADA (ILSAC) The quality designation SL,SM, or ILSAC 5. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and must be on the label.
Page 346: Engine Coolant
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page346 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (346,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Engine Coolant Each mark from the Full mark equates to about 0.5 L (0.5 US qt, 0.4 Imp qt). qInspecting Coolant Level There are 3 marks between Low and Full. WARNING Full Do not use a match or live flame in the...
Page 347 NOTE Water that contains minerals will Changing the coolant should be done by an cut down on the coolant's Authorized Mazda Dealer. effectiveness. Ø Don't add only water. Always add Inspect the antifreeze protection and a proper coolant mixture.
Page 348: Brake/Clutch Fluid
Brake/Clutch Fluid If the FL22 mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, it is recommended to use qInspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant (page 8-3). The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir.
Page 349: Washer Fluid
Ø Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids (page 10-4) will damage the systems. Mixing different fluids will also damage them. If the brake/clutch system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-17 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 350: Body Lubrication
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page350 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (350,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Body Lubrication reservoir; add fluid if necessary. All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed.
Page 351: Wiper Blades
Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or damage the wipers. When washing or servicing your Mazda, make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position. Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness.
Page 352 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page352 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (352,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull CAUTION until the tabs are free of the metal Ø Don't bend or discard the support.
Page 353: Battery
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page353 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (353,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling: Always wear eye protection when working near the battery:...
Page 354 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page354 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (354,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.
Page 355: Tires
Using Wrong-Sized Tires: Using any other tire size than what is qBattery Maintenance specified for your Mazda (page 10-6) is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground clearance, tire clearance, and speedometer calibration. This could cause you to have an accident.
Page 356 Do not use any part for the tire valve cap that is not a Mazda- genuine part. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6).
Page 357 Ø Tires of different sizes or types at with the jack that comes with your vehicle. the same time Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform Ø Tires not sufficiently inflated tire rotation. If these instructions aren't followed,...
Page 358 Spare Tire wheel. Your Mazda is not equipped with a spare Refer to System Error Activation on page tire. If you require a spare tire, consult an 5-34.
Page 359 (page 8-25). tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized NOTE Mazda Dealer, or the tire Tires degrade over time, even when they are pressure sensors may be not being used on the road. It is recommended damaged.
Page 360: Light Bulbs
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page360 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (360,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead light (Rear) Brake lights/Taillights Trunk light High-mount brake light License plate light Rear side-marker lights Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Vanity mirror lights Courtesy lights...
Page 361 Consult an Authorized to the left. Mazda Dealer when the replacement 3. Turn the center section of the plastic is necessary. retainer counterclockwise and remove Never touch the glass portion of a...
Page 362 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.
Page 363 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page363 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (363,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Remove the fog light unit by pulling it Front turn signal lights/Parking lights downward and then straight out using 1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned both hands.
Page 364 NOTE The side-turn signal light bulb cannot be replaced. The entire light unit itself has to be replaced, therefore consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for a replacement light unit. 8-32 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 365 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page365 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (365,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Reverse lights High-mount brake light 1. Wrap the end of a flathead screwdriver in a soft cloth and remove the trunk handle by inserting the flathead screwdriver in the position shown in the figure and carefully prying the handle off.
Page 366 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page366 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (366,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Press the tab on the bulb socket and 2. Wrap the end of a flathead screwdriver remove the connector cord. in a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the flathead screwdriver.
Page 367 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page367 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (367,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light (Rear), Courtesy lights, Vanity mirror lights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with 1. Remove the screws with a Phillips a soft cloth to prevent damage to the screwdriver.
Page 368: Fuses
If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. qFuse Replacement...
Page 369 If it does not fit tightly, have an expert install it. We recommend an Battery cover Authorized Mazda Dealer. If you have no spare fuses, borrow one NOTE of the same rating from a circuit not...
Page 370 Normal Blown WARNING Do not replace the main fuse by yourself. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement: Replacing the fuse by yourself is dangerous because the MAIN fuse is a high current fuse. Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in a fire.
Page 371 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page371 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (371,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) (Next to air filter) (Next to battery) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING MAIN 120A For protection of all circuits HEATER Heater AIR PUMP...
Page 372 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page372 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:52 AM Black plate (372,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING í Fog lights Air conditioner For protection of various circuits P.WIND 1 Power window IG KEY For protection of various circuits STOP Brake lights FUEL PUMP...
Page 373 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page373 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (373,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse panel (Driver's side) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING CIGAR Lighter 7.5A Audio system, Power control mirror OUTLET 7.5A Air conditioner METER Instrument cluster SPARE SPARE í...
Page 374: Appearance Care
Prevention Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with rain or dew It is necessary to have your Mazda to form acids. These acids can settle on a washed and waxed to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this vehicle's finish.
Page 375 The rings Chipped paint can lead to rust forming on can damage your vehicle's finish. your Mazda. Before this happens, repair the damage by using Mazda touch-up paint Prevention according to the instructions in this section.
Page 376: Exterior Care
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in NOTE the ON position, the wipers may Mazda is not responsible for scratches move automatically in the following caused by automatic car washes or cases: improper washing.
Page 377 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page377 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (377,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Pay special attention to removing salt, When using a high water pressure car dirt, mud, and other foreign material from wash the underside of the fenders, and make High water temperature and high water sure the drain holes in the lower edges of pressure car washers are available...
Page 378 CAUTION as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system, even though these parts may be If your Mazda is damaged and needs coated with anti-corrosive material. metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies...
Page 379 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page379 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (379,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qAluminum Wheel Maintenance qPlastic Part Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the When cleaning the plastic lenses of the aluminum wheels. Special care is needed lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene, to protect this coating.
Page 380: Interior Care
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page380 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (380,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE Interior Care Because genuine leather is a natural material, its surface is not uniform and it qDashboard Precautions may have natural scars, scratches, and Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume wrinkles.
Page 381 Appearance Care To keep the fabric looking clean and WARNING fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer will be affected, it can be stained easily, replace damaged seat belts and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
Page 382 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page382 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (382,1) 8-50 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 383: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Service Publications ......9-42 Importer/Distributor ......9-10 Distributor in Each Area ....9-10 Warranty ..........9-11 Warranties for Your Mazda ....9-11 Outside the United States ....9-12 Outside Canada ......... 9-13 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ..........
Page 384: Customer Assistance
Answers to many questions, including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in the U.S., can be found here. E-mail: click on Contact Us located on the Inside Mazda tab, or at the bottom of the page at www.mazdaUSA.com...
Page 385: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
Mazda North American Operations realizes that mutual agreement on some issues may not be possible. As a final step to ensure that your concerns are being fairly considered, Mazda North American Operations has agreed to participate in a dispute settlement program administered by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) system, at no cost to you the consumer.
Page 386 Mazda or one of our dealers, and a statement of the relief you are seeking. 5. BBB AUTO LINE staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation. If...
Page 387 AND the nonconformity has been subject to repair two or more times by Mazda or its agents AND the buyer or lessee has directly notified Mazda of the need for the repair of the nonconformity; OR...
Page 388 Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer.
Page 389 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of its dealers (that all parties cannot agree upon), the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 390 1 (800) 207-0685 Ontario 1 (800) 207-0685 Atlantic Canada 1 (800) 207-0685 Quebec 1 (800) 207-0685 qRegional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION ALBERTA, 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA, SUITE 2000 MANITOBA, RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN, V6X 3K1...
Page 391 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 392 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (905) 787-7000 (outside Canada) TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) qPUERTO RICO/U.S. Virgin Island (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-2722 TEL: (787) 641-9300...
Page 393: Warranties For Your Mazda
Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. 9-11 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 394: Outside The United States
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).
Page 395: Outside Canada
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada. However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
Page 396: Registering Your Vehicle In A Foreign Country (Except United States And Canada)
Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable. There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle. The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries.
Page 397: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety systems;...
Page 398: Cell Phones
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page398 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (398,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your State or Province: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 399: Type Approval Of Equipment
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page399 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (399,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Keyless entry system 9-17 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 400 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page400 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (400,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-18 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 401: Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (Utqgs)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page401 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (401,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 402 These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers. The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade.
Page 403: Tire Information (U.s.a.)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page403 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (403,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
Page 404 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page404 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (404,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11. Max. load rating 12. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades 13. Max. permissible inflation pressure 14. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating.
Page 405 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page405 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (405,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated. Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph...
Page 406 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page406 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (406,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades Tread wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Page 407 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page407 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (407,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qInformation on Temporary Tires Please refer to the sample below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3.
Page 408 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page408 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (408,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 70 is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width. D is the tire construction symbol. D indicates diagonal ply construction . 16 is the wheel rim diameter in inches.
Page 409: Location Of The Tire Label (Placard)
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page409 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (409,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the rear door on the driver's side.
Page 410 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page410 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (410,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.
Page 411 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page411 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (411,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qGlossary of Terms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.
Page 412: Tire Maintenance
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page412 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (412,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold.
Page 413 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page413 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (413,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side.
Page 414 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page414 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (414,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older.
Page 415: Vehicle Loading
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page415 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (415,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
Page 416 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page416 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (416,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
Page 417 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page417 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (417,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed value on the tire label.
Page 418 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page418 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (418,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs), and a value of 385 kg (849 lbs) for the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed : The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg (699 lbs) The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ (68 ×...
Page 419 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page419 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (419,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of control.
Page 420 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page420 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (420,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW). GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage.
Page 421: Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page421 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (421,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit: (1) Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle's placard.
Page 422 Irvine, California 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 (800) 222-5500 If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown (page 9-10) in this booklet. 9-40 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 423 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page423 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (423,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5.
Page 424: Service Publications
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they do not have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
Page 425 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page425 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (425,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications qNAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL: This booklet contains information regarding the proper operation and use of the navigation system. This is not a technician's manual. 9-43 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 426 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page426 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (426,1) 9-44 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 427 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page427 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (427,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-4 Specifications ................10-4 Personalization Features ............10-8 Personalization Features ............10-8 10-1 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 428: Identification Numbers
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page428 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (428,1) Identification Numbers qChassis Number Vehicle Information Labels qVehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard.
Page 429 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page429 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (429,1) Identification Numbers qEngine Number Forward 10-3 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 430: Specifications
API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-90) Automatic transmission fluid Mazda Genuine JWS3309 API Service GL-5 (SAE 90) Rear differential oil API Service GL-5 (SAE 80W-90) API Service GL-5 (SAE 75W-90) Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3 *1 Not available from Mazda 10-4 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 431 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page431 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (431,1) Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity With oil filter replacement 4.4 L (4.6 US qt, 3.9 Imp qt) Engine oil Without oil filter 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt) replacement Manual transmission 10.0 L (10.6 US qt, 8.80 Imp qt)
Page 432 NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure.
Page 433 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page433 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (433,1) Specifications qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-36. 10-7 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 434: Personalization Features
Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (434,1) Personalization Features Personalization Features The following Personalization Features are possible. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Setting Function Initial Setting After Setting Change The advanced key's remaining battery level...
Page 435: Index
RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page435 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (435,1) Index 11-1 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...
Page 436 Warning light ....... 5-9 System ........6-65 Appearance Care ....... 8-42 Hands-Free Telephone Setting..6-71 Ashtray ..........6-83 Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Audio System ........6-15 Customer Service ....... 6-77 Audio control switch ....6-52 Safety certification ..... 6-76 Audio set ........6-25 When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot AUX mode .........
Page 437 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page437 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (437,1) Index Capacities .......... 10-5 Driving Tips ........4-6 Carbon Monoxide ....... 4-4 Automatic transmission ....5-21 Catalytic Converter ......4-3 Break-in period ......4-6 Cell Phones ........9-16 Driving in flooded area ....4-11 Center Console ........
Page 438 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page438 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (438,1) Index Flasher Headlights Hazard warning ......5-70 Control ........5-59 Flat Tire ..........7-3 Flashing ........5-62 Changing ........7-11 High-low beam ......5-61 Instant Mobility System Leveling ........5-62 (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair On reminder .......
Page 439 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page439 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (439,1) Index Information Display ......6-80 Manual Transmission Operation ..5-11 Audio display ......6-82 Recommendations for shifting..5-12 Climate control display ....6-82 Map Lights ........6-79 Clock .......... 6-81 Meters and Gauges ......
Page 440 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page440 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (440,1) Index Rear Window Defroster ....5-68 SRS Air Bags Rearview Mirror ........ 3-55 How the Air Bags Work ..... 2-46 Recreational Towing ......7-27 Supplemental restraint systems Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign precautions .........
Page 441 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page441 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (441,1) Index Warning Lights ......... 5-41 Tires ABS ..........5-44 Flat tire ......... 7-3 Air bag system ......5-47 Inflation pressure ......8-24 Automatic transmission ....5-49 Replacement ....... 8-25 Brake system ......
Page 442 RX-8_8BQ7-EA-10H_Edition1 Page442 Wednesday, July 14 2010 11:53 AM Black plate (442,1) 11-8 Form No.8BQ7-EA-10H...

Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

2 Essential Safety Equipment

3 Knowing Your Mazda

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

5 Driving Your Mazda

6 Interior Comfort

7 In Case of an Emergency

8 Maintenance and Care

Customer Information and Reporting 9

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