Mazda RX-8 Workshop Manual page 748

POSSIBLE
CAUSE
WARNING:
The following troubleshooting flow chart contains fuel system diagnosis and repair
procedures. Read the following warnings before servicing the fuel system:
CAUTION:
Diagnostic procedure
Metering oil pump malfunction
Eccentric shaft bypass valve malfunction (stuck open)
Improper cooling fan control system operation
Thermostat malfunction (stuck open)
Improper engine coolant level
Improper ignition timing
Weak spark
Spark plug malfunction
Brake dragging
Insufficient tire pressure
Low tire pressure
Clutch slippage (MT)
Improper ATF level (AT)
Improper A/C operation (A/C cut-off control does not operate)
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can easily ignite, causing serious injury and
damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and cause
serious injuries or death and damage. Fuel can also irritate skin and eyes.
To prevent this, always complete "BEFORE SERVICE PRECAUTION" and
"AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION" described in this manual. (See
SERVICE PRECAUTION
[13B-MSP].)
Disconnecting/connecting quick release connector without cleaning it may
possibly cause damage to fuel pipe and quick release connector. Always
clean quick release connector joint area before disconnecting/connecting,
and make sure that it is free of foreign material.
Leakage or clogging in oil pipe
Leakage or clogging in oil nozzle
[13B-MSP].) (See AFTER SERVICE PRECAUTION
BEFORE