mazda rx8 2004 quick tips

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Quick Tips 2004 Mazda Mazda RX-8 page 24page 1

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UnleadedGasoline

91-octane only,15.9-gallon/

60.0-liter tank

D R I V E R ’ S V I E W

1. Power window switches,see Switches/Locks

2. Power door locks, see Switches/Locks

3. Dual power mirrors,see Switches/Locks

4. Instrument panel lighting, see Getting Started

5. Turn signal/lighting controllever, see Driver Controls

6. Air vents 7. Traction Control

System*, see Getting Started8. Audio control switches*,

see Driver Controls9. Tire pressure monitoring

system, see Getting Started10. Horn/Air bag 11. Cruise control,

see Driver Controls12. Wiper/washer control

lever, see Driver Controls

DSC

13. Clock, see Audio Systems14. Information display,

see Owner’s Manual15. Hazard warning

switch, Press on/off16. NAVI system*

System is used to locate street addresses, points ofinterest or cross streets: see yourOwner’s Manual for additionaloperating information

17. Ambient temperaturedisplay

18. Audio system, see Audio Systems

19. Climate control panel,see Climate Controls

20. Gearshift lever (A/T)*, see Transmission

21. Parking brake lever,see Console/Transmission

22. Cup holder23. Accessory socket

24. Console, see Console/Transmission

25. Seat warmer*,see Console/Transmission

26. Steering paddle switches (A/T only)*,see Transmission

27. Tilt steering-wheel lever,see Driver Controls

28. Storage29. Hood release handle30. Remote trunk-lid

releasePush to open trunk; mainswitch in glove box must be ONRemote trunk-lid releaselock-out, see Trunk

31. Power window lock switch32. Remote fuel-door release

Use unleaded gasoline,91-octane only

Driver’sView


Getting StartedRX-8 Quick Tips® are designedto quickly familiarize you withsome important features ofyour RX-8

This Driver’s View tab is yourindex to the Quick Tips®, locatethe item you would like tolearn more about and thenturn to the listed tab

Be sure to see the tab calledGetting Started, this sectioncontains important operatingtips about your RX-8

Items identified with a RotaryEngine symbol call out important information

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*Denotes optional equipment

Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features

G E T T I N G S T A R T E D


GettingStarted

GettingStarted


Instant Mobility Systememergency flat tire repair kit (IMS) Temporary spare tire is notequipped with your Mazda, if tire repair is required, repair tirewith emergency flat tire repair kit, see Owner’s ManualIf a temporary spare tire isrequired, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer

Tire pressure monitoring system Warning light illuminates for afew seconds when ignition is onIf tire pressure is too high or low, or tire temperature is too highwarning light will illuminate

Short trip driving procedureAny trip that is too short for theengine to reach normal operatingtemperature; needle in middle of temperature gauge indicatesnormal temperature The following procedure shouldbe followed when moving vehiclea short distance**:1. Start engine2. Move vehicle3. Warm engine for 5-minutes

at idle4. Raise engine speed to 3000

RPM for 10-seconds5. Return to idle6. Turn off engineTip: Warming up engineimproves engine life

Traction ControlSystem (TCS)*/DynamicStability Control (DSC)*DSC light may occasionally flashwhile driving, this indicates that the DSC was performing acorrection to help maintain yourbest vehicle control, if DSC lightremains on, see your Mazda DealerIf DSC light remains on after disconnecting battery or jump-starting, you will need to performa Steering Angle Sensor calibrationprocedure, after battery power isrestored: Ignition ON; turn steeringwheel to full left lock position;then full right lock position; turnignition OFF, then ON

Tips: Close rear door first, then front door; damage mayoccur otherwiseTo prevent alarm arming withpassenger inside vehicle, drivermust manually lock door bypressing lock knobRX-8 rotary engine precautionsCheck engine oil level when refuelingRotary engine design uses an oilinjection system in addition tolubrication of internal partsIt is important to maintain proper oil level

Engine oil level warning lightIndicates low engine oil if illuminated; pull over to a safelocation; turn engine off andcheck engine oil level whenengine is cool, add engine oil if necessary

Instrument panel lightingWith headlights on: To brighten/dim turn thumbwheelup/downMaximum illumination:Rotate thumbwheel upward until click is heard; instrumentcluster and information displayillumination color goes from red to whiteHeadlights/parking lights OFF:Instrument panel lighting defaultsto maximum brightnessHeadlights/parking lights ON:Illumination changes brightnesswith dimmer switch adjustment

Rear doorsFor a rear occupant to exit with a front passenger:1. Front occupant must release

seatbelt2. Front occupant must open door3. Open rear doorFor a rear occupant to exit withouta front occupant:1. Release front seat to forward

position2. Unlock and open front door3. Open rear door

*Denotes optional equipment**Moving vehicle at a car wash or moving

vehicle to access another vehicle wouldbe considered a short distance

I N S T R U M E N T C L U S T E R


InstrumentCluster

InstrumentCluster


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• Power steering malfunction Dealer inspection required if light remains on

• Air bag readinessFront, side and curtain air bagmalfunction; warning light constantly flashes or stays onor never comes on with ignitionon, dealer inspection required

• Door ajar• Always fasten

safety belts

• Low washer fluid level*

• Engine coolant level

• Headlight autoleveling malfunction

9. Engine oil pressure gauge,Indicates normal engine oil pressure when needle is halfway between L and H with engine running

10. Manual mode gear indicator (A/T only)*Displays current gear of Sport ATduring manual shift mode

• Lights on

Traction ControlSystem (TCS)*/DynamicStability Control (DSC)*,see Getting Started

• Traction ControlSystem* off,System turned off manually

• Cruise control mainpower on, see Driver Controls

• Brake systemParking brake on/low fluid level

• Check engineDealer inspection required

• Immobilizer system,see Locks

Engine oil level warning light, see Getting Started

CRUISEMAIN

DSC

6. Speedometer7. Odometer/trip odometer

selectorPress to select among trip A,trip B, and odometerPress and hold to reset selected trip meter

8. Odometer/trip odometer

WARNING LIGHTS• Low fuel• Turn signals/hazard

warning on• Anti-lock Brake

System (ABS)*ABS malfunction, normal brakesonly, dealer inspection required

• Cruise set,see Driver Controls

• Automatic transaxleindicatorDealer inspection required if light remains on

• High beams on• Charging system

warning lightDealer inspection required

Tire pressure monitoring system, see Getting Started

GAUGES1. Fuel gauge 2. Engine coolant

temperature gaugeIf above normal range, stopvehicle and turn off engine,check coolant level when safe

3. Speed unit selectorSelect km/h or mph

4. Tachometer 5. Engine over-rev

warning buzzerThe rotary engine designallows RPM ranges of up to7000 RPM (A/T) and 9000 RPM (M/T), if you exceed agiven RPM, a warning buzzerwill remind you to up-shift to the next higher gearAlways obey all local speedlimits and traffic signs


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DriverControls

DriverControls


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Wiper/washer control leverIntermittent wiper: One click down To change interval speed:Rotate inner ring (3)Normal wiper speed: Two clicks down

Turn signal/lighting control leverOFF = Lights off

= Tail, parking and dashboard lights on: Rotate knob (1) to first notch

= Tail, parking, dashboardand headlights on: Rotate knob (1) to second notchHigh beams on/off: Push forward/pull back to detent

To flash high beams: Pull backslightly and releaseTurn signals right/left: move lever up/down

= Fog lights on: Rotate (2);functions only with headlight low beams onTip: Headlights switch off,parking lights remain on, iflights are left on and switch isin lock position or key removed

Fast wiper speed: Three clicks downSingle wipe: Push stalk upWasher: Pull stalk back

ONOFF SET

ACCEL

CANCEL SETCOAST

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MODEVOL

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6Steering-wheel audio controlsTo increase/decrease volume: Press (5)Radio: Press (6) to select presetstationsCassette/CD/MD: Press (6) toselect next selection/trackPress (7) to select AM, FM1, FM2, Tape, CD and MD modePress (8) to mute

Cruise controlOperates above 25 mphTo activate: Press and releaseON/OFF (1)To set speed: Press and release SET/COAST (3) at desired speedTo accelerate: Press and holdRESUME/ACCEL (2); incrementalacceleration: Press and release (2),each tap = plus 1mphTo decelerate: Press and hold SET/COAST (3), release at desired

speed; or tap brake pedal, press and release (3) at desired speed; incremental deceleration: Press and release (3), each tap = minus 1 mph To cancel: Tap brake pedal, clutchpedal (manual transaxle) or pressCANCEL button (4) or ON/OFF (1)Return to preset speed after CANCELbutton or braking: Press andrelease RESUME/ACCEL button (2)

Tilt steering-wheel leverPull lever located under steering-wheel down to unlock column,position tilt angle steering column positionWARNING: Do not adjust steering-wheel while driving,you can lose control of vehicle


S W I T C H E S / L O C K S


Switches/Locks

Locks


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Dual power mirrorsIgnition switch must be in ACC or ON positionSwitch is on driver’s doorTo adjust left/right mirror: Press selector switch (1) left/right,press switch (2) in direction ofdesired movementTip: To lock mirrors in place,move selector to center positionPower window switchesIgnition switch must be in ONpositionFront windows controlled fromthe driver’s armrest; passengerdoor has a separate switchDriver’s window One-touch-down: Push downAUTO switch (3) firmly andrelease, window goes down all the way; pull switch backbriefly to stop; press lightly and hold for normal operation

Passenger window switchPress button (4) down and hold toopen; pull back and hold to closePower window lockout switchPress button (5) down until clicks,only driver’s window operates;press again and passenger windows function againPower door locksMaster front door lockswitches To lock/unlock all doors: Press bottom/top of switch (6) To lock doors without key: Withdoor open, press bottom of doorlock switch, exit car, close doorsTo unlock: Use key to unlock driver’sfront door, rotate key to counter-clockwise position for more thanone second to unlock other doors

Manual door locksLock buttonTo lock: Press front of button (1) toward door handleTo unlock: Pull front of buttonaway from door handleTip: Doors can be locked withkey in ignition (chime soundsto alert you to key in ignition)

Remote keyless entrysystemFunctions only with ignition in OFF position

To lock doors: Pressbutton (4); pressing again within 5 seconds causes doors to relock and horn to beepTo unlock: Press (5) for driver’sdoor; press again within 5 secondsto unlock other doorsTo open trunk: Press (3)Panic alarm: Press (2); horn sounds and turn signals flash; to stop, press (2) again or turnignition to ON positionIf trunk fails to open: See TrunkTab, then Remote trunk-lid release lock-out

KeyOperates ignition and all locksTip: Use key number plate topurchase new key; store insafe placeImmobilizer systemPrevents engine from runningunless coded key used; seeOwner’s Manual

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H O M E L I N K ®


HomeLink®

InteriorLights


Turn ignition on; verify deviceoperation by pressing HomeLink®

button (1) that was just programmed;repeat procedure for other buttonsRolling code synchronizationprocedureRefer to your garage door opener ordevice instruction manual to confirmyour system is equipped with arolling code featureTip: This procedure is easierdone with the assistance ofanother personTo synchronize: Press programmingbutton on garage door opener motor;press and release the programmedHomeLink® button 2 times within 30seconds of pressing the garage dooropening motor programming buttonSome devices may require you topress and release a third time tocomplete programming procedure

HomeLink® Wireless Control System*Located on rear view mirrorTo program or reprogram: Ignition must be off; hold transmitter for the device to be programmed between 1-3inches to HomeLink®; press transmitter button and desiredHomeLink® button (1) simultaneouslyuntil HomeLink® indicator lightgoes from slow to rapid flashing

Auto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto-dimming function changesare based on outside lighting conditions and if bright headlightsare visible in rear view mirrorPress on (2), off (3)


1. Map/reading lightPress on/off

2. Interior light switchDOOR = light on when door openON = light always onOFF = light always off

3. Front interior light4. Rear interior light5. Sunglass holder

Press concaved lip then open6. Sunroof tilt switch*

Press rear of switch to tilt rearof sunroofPress front of switch to close

7. Sunroof slide switch*Press rear of switch to opensunroofPress front of switch to close

Illuminated visor mirrorsMirrors lighted when covers open;off when closed

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OFF DOOR

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C O N S O L E / T R A N S M I S S I O N


Console/Transmission

Transmission


Automatic transmission*P = ParkTo move gearshift from Park:Pressfirmly on brake pedal, then movegearshift to gear selectionR = ReverseN = Neutral No gear engagedD (Overdrive)For normal driving: Shifts through four forward gears automatically

Tip: Torque converter lock-upimproves fuel economy and canfeel like an additional gear changeWARNING: Placing shift lever in P position without settingparking brake may not holdvehicle, always set parking brake

Sport AT manual shift mode*Move shift lever return from D to M; then M to D for automatic mode

M (Manual)Manual gear selection is achieved by moving shifter back to upshiftand forward to downshiftShift and gear position indicatorlocated in the instrument panel, M will be illuminated for manualmode, numeral for gear positionwill be shown next to shift position indicator

Steering shift switches (A/T only)*Upshift/downshift; pull either switch up/down, see Owner’s Manual

1. ConsolePress button (6) and slide cover rearward until it clicks

2. Parking-brake leverTo engage: Pull upTo release: Pull up slightly whiledepressing button at front oflever, lower hand brake lever

3. Cup holders4. Seat warmer*

Press on/off switch; indicatorlight on when activated

5. Accessory socket

Manual transmission*Depress clutch pedal to startengine and change gears, push shifter downward whenselecting reverse gear

WARNINGS: Do not shift into1st above 20 mph or clutchfailure could occurResting your foot on clutchpedal while driving and usingthe clutch to hold your vehicleat a stand still while waitingon a hill may reduce clutch life

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ACCEL

CANCEL SETCOAST


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S E A T S


Seats

Seats


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Dual locking modelap/shoulder belt retractor (front passengerand rear safety belts only)Emergency locking mode: Belt locks only on hard braking/cornering or impacts of about 5 mph or moreAutomatic locking mode: Must be used when installingchild-safety seatTo activate: Pull webbing until fullyextended from retractor until clickis heard; belt will only tightenwhen releasedTo disengage: Unbuckle belt andallow webbing to retract fully

Manual controls1. Fore-aft adjustment

Lift lever and hold, slide seat, release lever

2. Raise/lower seat Pull/push lever and release

3. Seatback angleTo adjust: Lift and hold lever, leanforward or backward, release lever

Tip: Side-impact air bags*deploy from outboard side of driver and front passenger seatbacks

WARNINGS: Do not adjustseats while driving, you canlose control of vehicleSafety belts must always beworn when vehicle is in motionAir bags are supplemental and do not replace safety belt usageAlways wear your safety beltand properly secure children 12 and under in the rear seatNever place rear-facing infant-safety seat in front of any air bag, an infant is in serious danger of being injured or killedIf you choose to install a forward-facing child-safety seat in the front seating position, move vehicle seat as far back as possible

Power driver’s seat*4. Raise/lower front of

seat cushionPull/push front of switch verticallyFore/aft adjustmentSlide switch horizontally Raise/lower rear of seat cushionPull/push rear of switch vertically

5. Seatback anglePress front/rear of switch

6. Lumbar adjustment*Press front/rear of switch toincrease/decrease firmness

Seat warmer*,see Console/Transmission

Child-safety seatTo install in rear outboard seats:Use dual locking mode retractorseat belts; see Owner’s Manual for proper installation and childseat tether and LATCH systeminstructionsWARNING: Use age appropriate child restraints,see Owner’s Manual and state or province laws


C L I M A T E C O N T R O L S


ClimateControls

Trunk


TrunkTo open: Use key, remote trunk-lid release or remote keyless entry fobRemote trunk-lid release,see Driver’s View

Remote trunk-lidrelease lock-out

Switch in ON position,remote trunk release

functions normal; OFF position disables system; located in glove box1. Instant Mobility System

emergency flat tire repair kit (IMS)†, see Getting Started

2. Jack/jack handle3. Lug wrenchTire economy and tipsCheck pressure regularly whentires are cold, maintain correctfront-end alignment and tire balance; rotate tires at the mileageshown in the Maintenance Guide; see Owner’s Manual for rotation chartTire pressureP225/55R16 94V, P225/45R18 91WFront/rear: 32psi coldTips: Correct tire pressure ensuressafe handling and ride comfortIf you experience pull/drift whiledriving, possible causes may be road crown, tire pressure, or wheel alignmentThe suspension is sport-tunedwith firmer ride for optimumhandling and response

Tire chains*†

Tire chains can damage aluminum wheels; use on steel wheels onlyTips: Use only SAE class “S”chains, install only on reartires; install as tightly as possible and retighten after driving 1/4 -1/2 miles;chains may affect handlingNever exceed 30 mph with tire chains

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1. Air flow selections= air to dash

= air to dash and floor

= air to floor

= air to floor andwindshield

2. Fan controlRotate knob between 0 (OFF)and 4 (HIGH)

3. Temperature controlCooler/warmer = rotate knobcounterclockwise/clockwise

4. A/C = air conditionerPress to turn on/off

5. Air intake control= recirculate inside air;

use for maximum cooling= fresh air

WARNING: Do not useposition in cold

weather, windows may fog and hamper vision

6. Rear window defogger Press on/off; shuts off withignition; also operates heatedside mirrors*

Control positions for maximum defrostFan to maximum, temperature tomaximum hot, selected

Tips: To help prevent windshieldfogging in humid weather,select before starting engineTo prevent moisture buildup,never drive with system offObjects placed under the front seats may interfere with air flow to the rear7. Front windshield

defoggerA/C switches ON and air intake switches to fresh air

A/C0

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Luggage compartment internal safetyreleaseAllows you to escape

should you become locked in trunkSlide illuminated release lever indirection of arrow; lever will glow if it has been exposed to lightLocated on interior trunk lid

OFF ON

TRUNK OPENER

A M / F M S T E R E O / C A S S E T T E / C D


AudioSystems

AudioSystems


6. SEEK/TRACK/APCRadio: Press to automatically seek higher/lower frequencyCD: Press to selectnext/previous trackTape: Press to automatically advance tape tobeginning of next selection/replay selection; to stop this operation, press button again

7. LOAD*To load multiple discs: Press and hold LOAD (7) until beep is heard; insert CD when “In” is displayedTo eject disc: Press Eject (14) To eject specific disc: Press andhold Eject (14) until beep isheard; within five seconds press the desired tray number 1-6 (15)

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1. Power/VolumePress to turn on/off; rotate to increase/decrease volumeTip: Press (8) and (9) together to turn radio on

2. RepeatPress to replay current CD/tape selection

3. Disc up †

Press to skip forward to beginning of next CD

4. Disc down †

Press to skip back to beginning of previous CD

5. Tune/Auto-MemoryTune: Rotate counterclockwise/clockwise for lower frequency/higher frequencyRadio: Press and hold until a beep is heard; system auto-matically scans and temporarilystores six strong stations in eachband; press again to cancel

11. CDPress to play CD

12. Tape*/MD*Press to play Mini-disc Player/ cassette tape

13. DISP*Press: Changes display during MD play

14. CD eject button15. Memory preset buttons

To set: Tune to station, press and hold until beep is heard

16. Mini Disc slot*17. Eject button*18. Cassette door*19. Dolby® Noise Reduction*

Reduces tape noise and hiss;press to activate/deactivate

20. ScanPress to briefly sample next listenable selections; functionsin all modes

8. FM1/2Press to select between FM1/FM2station preset buttons (15)

9. AMPress to select AM frequency band

10. CD slot

Tip: Automatic Level Control(ALC)automaticallyadjusts audio volume/qualitydepending on vehicle speed

22. Fast forwardPress to fast forward through a track

23. ReversePress to reverse through a track

24. Program Random†

Press to enable/cancel ClockTo set: With ignition in ACC or ONposition, press (B) and hold untilbeep sounds; 12 hr/24 hr will bedisplayed; press (A) to select; press(B) again while selection is flashing:Hr ADJUST displays; press (A) toselect hr; press (B) when done, do the same to set minutes

21. Text/Audio ControlAudio control: Press to selectBASS/MID/TREBLE/FADE/BALANCE/BEEP ON/ALC OFF/ALC LEVEL 1, 2, 3/AUDIO PLTON**; rotate right/left to adjust selected feature

*Denotes optional equipment**Bose audio system only

†For use with cassette tape player, MD player, or CD changer*

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Under Hood


1. Engine oil filler capSAE 5W-20 Remove engine cover (12) toaccess engine oil dipstick and oil filler cap

2. Automatic transmissionfluid dipstick*Check with engine on at operating temperature; fluidlevel should be within cross-hatched area/between top twonotches on dipstick

3. Brake/Clutch* fluid reservoirFill to MAX mark with DOT 3fluid; check with cap on

4. Battery5. Fuse block6. Air filter7. Hood support rod8. Hood latch

Push hood latch to the left,open hood

9. Engine coolant reservoirLevel should be between F and L lines when coldWARNING: Never removecoolant reserve tank cap while engine is running or hot; you could get burned

10. Engine oil dipstickCheck with engine off and atoperating temperature; fluidlevel should be between F andL marks on dipstick

11. Windshield washer reservoirFill with windshield washer fluid

12. Engine cover

Break-in periodFirst 600 miles: Drive at varyingroad and engine speeds; avoid full throttle, rapid acceleration or kick-down of transmissionDo not use special “break-in” oilsAnti-lock Braking System (ABS)*ABS automatically reduceshydraulic pressure to any wheelon the verge of locking upYou may feel a slight pulsing ofthe brake pedal and hear a clicking noise; this tells you theABS is functioning properly;increase pressure on pedal formaximum braking Tips: Maintain constant pressure on the brake pedalDo not pump the brakesABS self test*A self-diagnostic test is performedwhen starting; you may feel somebrake pedal pulsation and hearsome noise, this is normal

Unique driving conditions†

Every 5,000 miles change oil/filter,inspect coolant level, lights, brake/clutch fluid, tire pressure/wear,locks/hinges and washer fluid

Normal maintenance notesRotate tires every 7,500 miles orsooner if needed; replace cabin airfilter every 25,000 miles or 24 monthsA. Change: Engine oil/replace filter

Lube: Locks and hingesB. Inspect: Disc brakesC. Inspect: Drive belts, fuel lines,

hoses, and connections, brake lines and hoses, steering operation and linkages, front and rear suspension ball joints, driveshaft dust boots, chassis and body bolts, exhaust system heat shields, cooling system, and bolts and nuts on seat

D. Replace: Air filter, spark plugsE. Clean: Air filterF. Replace: Manual transmission

and rear differential oil, engine coolant

1.3-liter 13B

*Denotes optional equipment†See Owner’s Manual

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mazda rx8 2004 quick tips

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denotes optional equipment

dynamic stability control

seek track apc

temporary spare tire

traction control system

instrument panel lighting

tap brake pedal

lid release lock