Mazda RX-8 Quick Tips
Mazda RX-8 Quick Tips

Mazda RX-8 Quick Tips

Reference guide for controls and functions
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36 months/36,000 miles, whichever
comes first, powertrain warranty for
60 months/60,000 miles, whichever
comes first, plus a rotary engine core
warranty for 96 months/100,000
miles, whichever comes first.
Unleaded
Gasoline
91-octane only,
16.8-gallon/
63.6-liter tank
Lower Octane Fuel Usage
If 91 octane fuel is not available,
fuel as low as 87 octane
can be used temporarily for
emergency purposes. Use
of fuel lower than 91 octane
can decrease performance,
cause knocking/engine noise
and deteriorate shift quality.
Refueling vehicle with correct
octane fuel a couple of
times will restore vehicle
performance and shift quality.
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  • Page 1 Mazda Roadside Assistance This Quick Tips® guide is provided by Exhilaration, liberation and inspiration, Mazda North American Operations are great reasons to drive a Mazda to make your Mazda ownership car, truck or SUV. In addition to all experience more convenient.
  • Page 2 MODE Be sure to see the tab called Getting Started, this section contains important operating 26 25 tips about your RX-8. Items identified in blue text call out unique features. 1. Power window switches, 21. Auxiliary jack 12. Wiper/washer control...
  • Page 3: Getting Started

    Authorized advanced key is placed in Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features Getting Started...
  • Page 4 DSC light Rear doors remains on, see your Mazda Dealer. Engine oil level Rear occupant exiting with If DSC light remains on after When light flashes and beeps,...
  • Page 5: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster I N S T R U M E N T C L U S T E R TRIP GAUGES 1. Engine coolant 3. Odometer/trip odometer 6. Speed unit selector temperature gauge selector Select km/h or mph. If above normal range, stop Press and hold to reset 7.
  • Page 6: Driver Controls

    Driver Controls D R I V E R C O N T R O L S Normal wiper speed: Two clicks down. = Tail, parking, dashboard and headlights on: Rotate High-speed wiper: Three clicks down. knob (3) to second notch Auto*: One click down.
  • Page 7 Locks L O C K S Remote keyless entry system* Functions only with ignition in OFF position and Operates ignition and all locks. key removed from Tip: Use key number plate ignition cylinder. to purchase new key; store To lock doors: Press button Advanced keyless entry/ in safe place.
  • Page 8 Navigation Caution 6. Once device is found, select prompt, system verifies number is screen or Bluetooth Hands-Free “Mazda,” enter your selected correct; then connects your call. system will not operate. 4-digit PIN on phone’s numeric Receiving a call keypad when requested.
  • Page 9 Transmission T R A N S M I S S I O N Automatic Direct mode Manual transmission* Use for temporarily switching gears transmission* via steering wheel shift switches Depress clutch P = Park with gear selector in D, D and M pedal to start To move indicators will be illuminated.
  • Page 10 Seats S E A T S Manual controls 7. Raise/lower front of WARNING: Do not adjust seat cushion seats while driving. 1. Fore-aft adjustment Pull/push front of switch Lift lever and hold, slide Tip: Side-impact air bags vertically. seat, release lever. deploy from outboard Fore/aft adjustment side of driver and front...
  • Page 11 Seats S E A T S WARNINGS: Seat belts must Child-safety seat bag/pretensioner will deploy/activate always be worn when vehicle in an appropriate accident, To install in rear outboard seats: Use is in motion. dual locking mode retractor seat see Owner’s Manual for belts;...
  • Page 12: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls C L I M A T E C O N T R O L S PUSH PUSH MODE MODE AUTO Manual Automatic* 1. Air flow selections 5. A/C = air conditioner Control positions for Press to turn on/off. maximum defrost = air to dash Rear window defogger...
  • Page 13: Audio Systems

    Audio Systems A M / F M S T E R E O / C D 1. Tune/Display/ESN DISC IN CAT ST RPT RDM AUTO-M AUTO OUTSIDE 4:09 FM1 95.5 Tune: Rotate counterclockwise/ clockwise for lower frequency/ higher frequency. FM/AM MEDIA OUTSIDE 2.
  • Page 14 AGREE button to most current information, for continue using Navigation System. more information, please contact See Navigation Owner’s Manual for complete Mazda Customer Assistance operating instructions and warnings. Center at 800.222.5500. Warnings: Never change settings 1. POWER/VOLUME 9.
  • Page 15 Navigation N A V I G A T I O N Navigation Menu Screen 1 Navigation setup NAVIGATION MENU Press MENU button (7) to access Press MENU button (7); select Destination Entry Navigation Menu, scroll and Navigation Setup; select User Address Book select from the following options: Settings, follow screen prompts.
  • Page 16: Under Hood

    Tips: Maintain constant 1.3-liter 13B 2. Engine cover pressure on the brake pedal. Remove to gain access to Do not pump the brakes. RX-8 rotary engine engine oil filler cap (3). Class-leading braking precautions To remove cover: Pull up firmly performance Check engine oil level when refueling.

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