Mazda 2008 RX-8 - Manual

Black plate (7,1) 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 1-1 RX-8_8X4...

Black plate (8,1) Refer to Navigation System at the separate manual (if equipped). 1-2 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Dashboard and Interior Overview RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page8Friday, May 11 2007 5:2 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (10,1) 1-4 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Exterior Overview RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page10Friday, May 11 2007 5:2 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (13,1) 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraintsystems and SRS air bags. Seats ............................................................................................... 2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ..........

Black plate (14,1) Front Seats (ManuallyOperated Seats) WARNING Do not modify or replace the frontseats: Modifying or replacing the front seatssuch as replacing the upholstery orloosening any bolts is dangerous. Thefront seats contain air bagcomponents essential to thesupplemental restraint system. ...

Black plate (15,1) q Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with the seats reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while thevehicle is moving is dangerousbecause you don't get the fullprotection from seat belts. Duringsudden braking or a collision, youcan slide under the lap belt andsuffer serious inter...

Black plate (16,1) CAUTION When returning a rear-reclinedseatback to its upright position,make sure you hold onto theseatback with your other hand whileoperating the lever. If the seatback isnot supported, it will flip forwardsuddenly and could cause injury. q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) By mo...

Black plate (18,1) q Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with the seats reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while thevehicle is moving is dangerousbecause you don't get the fullprotection from seat belts. Duringsudden braking or a collision, youcan slide under the lap belt andsuffer serious inter...

Black plate (19,1) Rear of seat bottom Raise or lower the back of the switch toadjust the rear height of the seat bottom. q Lumbar Support Adjustment The amount of lumbar support can beadjusted by pressing the switch.To increase the seat firmness, press andhold the front part of the switch to thedes...

Black plate (20,1) q Seat Warmer The front seats are electrically heated. Theignition switch must be in the ONposition. Press the switch to turn the seat warmeron or off. When the switch is in the ONposition, the indicator light will come on. NOTE The seat temperature is regulatedautomatically by a ...

Black plate (21,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and suddenstops. 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 w...

Black plate (22,1) Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter hasbeen expended: One or both front air bags may deploy, and the corresponding pretensioner(s) mayalso deploy at the same time. While it is safer to use a crash-used seat belt that wasused in an accident ...

Black plate (24,1) Location of Seat Belt For rear seat For front seat 2-12 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page24Friday, May 11 2007 5:2 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (25,1) Seat Belt q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the tongue. 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Belt Tongue 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Tongue Buckle WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of theSeat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulderp...

Black plate (26,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle. If thebelt does not fully retract, pull it out andcheck for kinks or twists. Then make sureit remains untwisted as it retracts. Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it forkinks and twists. If it is stil...

Black plate (27,1) WARNING Wear seat belts only as recommendedin this owner's manual: Incorrect positioning of the driver andfront passenger seat belts isdangerous. Without properpositioning, the pretensioner andload limiting systems cannot provideadequate protection in an accidentand this could res...

Black plate (29,1) Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, evenwhen fully extended, a seat belt extendermay be available to you at no charge fromyour Authorized Mazda Dealer.This extender will be only for you and forthe particular vehicle and seat. Even if itplugs into other seat be...

Black plate (30,1) NOTE When not in use, remove the seat belt extenderand store it in the vehicle. If the seat beltextender is left connected, the seat beltextender might get damaged as it will notretract with the rest of the seat belt and caneasily fall out of the door when not in use andbe damaged...

Black plate (32,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to usethem. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada.Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirem...

Black plate (33,1) WARNING Use the correct size child-restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must beproperly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age andsize. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed...

Black plate (35,1) Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with sideand curtain air bags: It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window, the area ofthe front passenger seat, the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge alongboth side...

Black plate (36,1) Installing Child-RestraintSystems Accident statistics reveal that a child issafer in the rear seat. The front passenger'sseat is clearly the worst choice for anychild under 12, and with rear-facing child-restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due toair bags. Some child-restraint s...

Black plate (39,1) WARNING Always move the front passenger seatas far back as possible if installing afront-facing child-restraint system on itis unavoidable: As your vehicle has front air bagsand doubly so if your vehicle has sideair bags, a front-facing child-restraint system should be put on thef...

Black plate (41,1) WARNING Do not seat a child in a child-restraintsystem on the front passenger seat ifthe front passenger air bagdeactivation indicator light does notilluminated: While it is always better to install anychild-restraint system on the rearseat, it is imperative that a child-restraint...

Black plate (42,1) LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designedLATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise theseat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restraint...

Black plate (45,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags. Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicators. These indicators are visible in...

Black plate (46,1) 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. The appropriate air bags can beexpected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal...

Black plate (49,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l T...

Black plate (50,1) q Front Air Bag System Components (1) (7) (11) (8) (7) (10) (6) (5) (4) (2) (9) (3) (1) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-40)(2) Front seats(3) Air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light (page 2-49)(4) Front dual stage inflators and air bags(5) Front air bag...

Black plate (51,1) q Side and Curtain Air Bag System Components (2) (3) (4) (2) (5) (1) (1) Air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system warning light (page 2-49)(2) Side and curtain inflators and air bags(3) Front seats(4) Side crash sensor(5) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) Essential...

Black plate (52,1) How the Air Bags Work q How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, anelectrical current is sent to the inflators.Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bagsquickly ...

Black plate (56,1) 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 totalseated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight ofapproximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The front pas...

Black plate (57,1) NOTE l The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger front andside air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. l The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage orother items are put on...

Black plate (58,1) q Air Bag Activation/Deactivation NOTE If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat isless than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat beltpretensioner may not deploy (page 2-40), but...

Black plate (60,1) l Side impacts involving trees or polescan cause severe cosmetic damage butmay not have enough impact force toactivate the side and curtain air bags. l Vehicle roll-over may not provideenough side force to deploy the sideand curtain air bags. l Side impacts with two-wheeledvehicle...

Black plate (61,1) The diagnostic module continuouslymonitors the system's readiness. Thisbegins when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position and continues whilethe vehicle is being driven. q Air Bag/Front Seat BeltPretensioner System Warning Light If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner...

Black plate (62,1) WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damagedair bag/seat belt pretensioner systemcomponents: Expended or damaged air bag/seatbelt pretensioner system componentsmust be replaced after any collisionwhich caused them to deploy ordamage them. Only a trainedAuthorized Mazda Dealer can...

Black plate (63,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustmentof various parts. Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2 Advanced Keys í ...................................................................... 3-...

Black plate (64,1) Advanced Keys í The advanced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables thefollowing operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7). l Locking/unlocking the doors, and opening the trunk lid, without operating the key. l Starting the engine w...

Black plate (67,1) q Advanced Key Maintenance CAUTION Ø Make sure the battery is installedwith the correct pole facingupward. Battery leakage couldoccur if it is not installed correctly. Ø When replacing the battery, becareful not to bend the electricalterminals or get oil on them. Alsobe careful no...

Black plate (68,1) 3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the crack and press the battery out. 4. Insert the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing the ( ) mark on the cap. 5. Rotate and close the cap. Cap 6. Reinsert the auxiliary key. q Service If you have a problem wi...

Black plate (69,1) Operation Using AdvancedKeyless Functions q Operational Range The system operates only when the driveris in the vehicle or within operationalrange while the advanced key is beingcarried. NOTE When the battery power is low, or in placeswhere there are high-intensity radio waves orn...

Black plate (70,1) NOTE l The trunk is out of the operational range,however, starting the engine may bepossible. l The engine may not start if the advancedkey is placed in the following areas: l Around the dashboard l In the storage compartments such as theglove box l On the rear parcel shelf l Star...

Black plate (71,1) NOTE l Confirm that all doors are securely locked. l All doors cannot be locked when any dooris open. l A beep sound is heard for confirmationwhen the doors are locked/unlocked usingthe request switch. If your prefer, the beepsound can be turned off (page 3-19). l The setting can ...

Black plate (73,1) Starting the engine NOTE l Engine-starting is controlled by the sparkignition system.This system meets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipment Standardrequirements regulating the impulseelectrical field strength of radio noise. l The advanced key must be carried becausethe adva...

Black plate (74,1) 7. Verify that the KEY indicator light (green) illuminates in the instrumentcluster. The KEY warning light (red)means you cannot continue to start theengine using the Advanced KeylessSystem. You may have to use theauxiliary key instead (page 3-20). NOTE In the following cases, the...

Black plate (75,1) CAUTION When leaving the vehicle, make surethe ignition switch is turned to theLOCK position. NOTE l When turning the ignition switch to theLOCK position, the ignition switch has tobe pushed in from the ACC position andturned. Without being pushed in, theignition switch stops at t...

Black plate (76,1) Transmitter Panic button Unlock button Lock button Trunk button NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interferenc...

Black plate (77,1) Trunk button To open the trunk, press the trunk buttonfor more than 1 second. Panic button If you witness from a distance someoneattempting to break into or damage yourvehicle, pressing the panic button willactivate the vehicle's alarm. NOTE The panic button will work whether any ...

Black plate (78,1) Advanced Key SuspendFunction If one key is left in the vehicle or trunkand the second key is used to lock thevehicle, the functions of the advanced keyleft in the vehicle or the trunk aretemporarily suspended to prevent theft ofthe vehicle.The following are inoperable: l Starting ...

Black plate (79,1) q Advanced Key Removed fromVehicle Warning Beep Under the following conditions, a beepsound will be heard 6 times and the KEYwarning light (red) will flash continuouslywhen the start knob has not been returnedto the LOCK position to notify the driverthat the advanced key has been ...

Black plate (82,1) When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indicator light inthe instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of theadvanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-16). Warning Wh...

Black plate (83,1) Keys (without Advanced Key) WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehiclewith children and keep them in a placewhere your children will not find orplay with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with thekey is dangerous. This could result insomeone being badly injured or evenkilled....

Black plate (84,1) Keyless Entry System (withRetractable Type Key) This system remotely locks and unlocksthe doors and opens the trunk lid.It can also help you signal for attention.Operating the theft-deterrent system withthe keyless entry system transmitter isalso possible on theft-deterrent system...

Black plate (85,1) q Transmitter Lock button Unlock button Trunk button Panic button Operation indicator light NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device...

Black plate (86,1) Panic button If you witness from a distance someoneattempting to break into or damage yourvehicle, pressing the panic button willactivate the vehicle's alarm. NOTE The panic button will work whether any dooris open or closed. Turning on the alarm Pressing the panic button for 1 se...

Black plate (88,1) CAUTION Radio equipment like this is governedby laws in the United States.Changes or modifications notexpressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could voidthe user's authority to operate theequipment. Door Locks WARNING Always take all children and pets withyou or l...

Black plate (89,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Key The driver's door can be locked/unlockedwith the key.Turn the key toward the front to unlock,toward the back to lock. Unlock Lock q Locking, Unlocking with RequestSwitch (with Advanced Key) The doors can be locked/unlocked byoperating the request swit...

Black plate (90,1) NOTE l (With advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked usingthe door-lock knob from the outside. l (Without advanced key) The driver's door cannot be locked usingthe door-lock knob from the outside if thekey is in the ignition switch. l When locking the doors this way, be c...

Black plate (91,1) Driver's door Unlock Lock Passenger's door Unlock Lock Locking, unlocking with request switch(with advanced key) All doors can be locked/unlocked byoperating the request switch on the frontdoors while carrying the advanced keyoutside the vehicle, refer to OperationsUsing Advanced ...

Black plate (93,1) WARNING Make sure the rear door is closedsecurely before closing the front door: Driving with the doors not securelyclosed is dangerous. If the rear dooris not completely closed, the frontdoor will not be securely closed. Thiscould cause the front door to openunexpectedly while dr...

Black plate (94,1) q Opening and Closing the Trunk WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allowchildren to play inside the vehicle: Leaving the trunk lid open or leavingchildren in the vehicle with the keys isdangerous. Children could open thetrunk lid and climb inside resulting inpossible injury or...

Black plate (95,1) Closing the trunk lid Grasp the inner handle and pull the trunklid down, then push the trunk lid downuntil it locks securely. Be careful not toslam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to makesure it is secured. Handle q Trunk Light The trunk light is on when the lid is openand off when i...

Black plate (96,1) q Opening the Trunk Lid from theInside Slide the inside trunk release lever in thedirection of the arrow. The lever is madeof material that will glow for hours in thedarkness of the trunk following a briefexposure to ambient light. The inside trunk release lever is locatedon the i...

Black plate (97,1) q Operating the Driver's SidePower Window Manual opening/closing To open the window to the desiredposition, lightly hold down the switch.To close the window to the desiredposition, pull up the switch. Driver's window Close Open Auto-opening To fully open the window automatically,p...

Black plate (98,1) q Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlockedposition, all power windows on each doorcan be operated. With the lock switch in the lockedposition, only the driver's side powerwindow can be operated. Locked position Unlocked position WARNING Unless a passenger need...

Black plate (99,1) Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When removing the fuel cap, loosen thecap slightly and wait for any hissing tostop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel canburn skin and eyes and cause illnessif ingested. Fuel spray is releasedwhen there is pressure in the fueltank and th...

Black plate (100,1) CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap istightened securely. The check enginelight may illuminate when the capisn't tightened securely. If the lightremains on (even after you havetightened the cap securely, driven,and restarted the engine severaltimes), it may indicate a different...

Black plate (101,1) 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay holeindicated by the arrow to hold the hoodopen. Clip Support rod Pad q Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place andall loose items (e.g. tools, oilcontainers, ...

Black plate (103,1) Immobilizer System (withAdvanced Key) The immobilizer system allows the engineto start only with an advanced key thesystem recognizes. If someone attempts to start the enginewith an unrecognized key, the engine willnot start, thereby helping to prevent thetheft of your vehicle. C...

Black plate (104,1) q Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignitionswitch is turned from the ON position tothe ACC or LOCK position. The securityindicator light in the instrument clusterflashes every 2 seconds until the system isdisarmed. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignitionsw...

Black plate (106,1) CAUTION When starting the engine do notallow the following, as the enginemay not start due to the electronicsignal from the ignition key not beingtransmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip. Ø Metal parts of other keys or metalobjects touch the key grip. Ø Spare key...

Black plate (108,1) Theft-Deterrent System í If the theft deterrent system detects aninappropriate entry into the vehicle, whichcould result in the vehicle or its contentsbeing stolen, the alarm alerts thesurrounding area of an abnormality bysounding the horn and flashing the hazardwarning lights.Re...

Black plate (109,1) q To Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by anyone of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key. l Press the unlock button on the keylessentry system transmitter. l Insert the key into the ignition switchand turn it to the ON position. l (With adv...

Black plate (110,1) Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving is dangerous.Moving it can very easily cause thedriver to abruptly turn to the left orright. This can lead to loss of controlor an accident. ...

Black plate (111,1) 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Mirror switch Selector switch Outside mirror After adjusting the mirror, lock the controlby placing the selector switch in themiddle position. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it islocked. WARNING...

Black plate (112,1) Auto-dimming mirror NOTE For the manual day/night mirror, perform theadjustment with the day/night lever in the dayposition. Reducing glare from headlights Manual day/night mirror Push the day/night lever forward for daydriving. Pull it back to reduce glare ofheadlights from cars...

Black plate (115,1) 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2 Fuel Requirements .................................................................... 4-2Emission Control System ............

Black plate (116,1) Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Pre...

Black plate (117,1) Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part ofthis system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissionsrequirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable: Parking over or ne...

Black plate (118,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which iscolorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousnessand...

Black plate (119,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors,and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation pressures andcondition of tires. l Look under the vehicle for any sign offluid leaks. l If you plan to back up, make surenothing is in your way. NOTE Engine oil, engine cool...

Black plate (120,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary, but a fewprecautions in the first 1,000 km (600miles) may add to the performance,economy, and life of your Mazda. l Don't race the engine. l Don't maintain one constant speed,either slow or fast, for a long period oftime. l Don't ...

Black plate (121,1) Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary todownshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear whiledriving on slippery surfaces isdangerous. The sudden change in tirespeed could cause the tires to skid.This could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol a...

Black plate (122,1) Winter Driving l Carry emergency gear, including tirechains, window scraper, flares, a smallshovel, jumper cables, and a small bagof sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer toperform the following precautions: l Have the proper ratio of antifreeze inthe radiator.Refer to Eng...

Black plate (123,1) q Tire Chains Check local regulations before using tirechains. CAUTION Ø Chains may affect handling. Ø Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30mph) or the chain manufacturer'srecommended limit, whichever islower. Ø Drive carefully and avoid bumps,holes, and sharp turns. Ø Avoid locked-w...

Black plate (124,1) Overloading WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)and the gross vehicle weight rating(GVWR) of your vehicle are on theMotor Vehicle Safety Standard Labelon the driver's door frame. Exceedingthese ratings can cause an accidentor vehicl...

Black plate (125,1) Trailer Towing The Mazda RX-8 is not designed fortowing. Never tow a trailer with yourMazda RX-8. Before Driving Your Mazda Towing 4-11 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page125Friday, May 11 2007 5:3 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (127,1) 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2Starting the Engine ............

Black plate (128,1) Ignition Switch Auxiliary key (with advanced key) NOTE When starting the engine using the advancedkey, refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-9). When starting the engine with theauxiliary key, perform the followingprocedure. 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page ...

Black plate (129,1) Automatic transmission To turn the key from the ACC to theLOCK position, the shift lever must be inthe P position. Shift lever engaged in P (park) WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicleis parked: Removing the key from the ignitionswitch while the vehicle is moving isdangero...

Black plate (130,1) ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and someelectrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position afterthe engine is started. The warning lights(except brakes) should be inspectedbefore the engine is started (page 5-39). NOTE (With headlight auto-leve...

Black plate (131,1) CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10seconds at a time. If the engine stallsor fails to start, wait 10 secondsbefore trying again. Otherwise, youmay damage the starter and drainthe battery. 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extreme...

Black plate (132,1) WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled orturned off, find a safe place to stop: Coasting with the engine stalled orturned off is dangerous. Braking willrequire more effort, and the brake'spower-assist could be depleted if youpump the brake. This will causelonger stopping di...

Black plate (133,1) Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmlypull the parking brake lever fully upwardswith a greater amount of force than isrequired so that the vehicle holds in thestationary position. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull theparking b...

Black plate (134,1) NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes anindicator of leakage. Consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer as soon as possible even if thebrake light is no longer illuminated. WARNING Do not drive with the brake systemwarning light illuminated. Contact anAuthorized Mazda Dealer to hav...

Black plate (135,1) If the ABS warning light stays on whileyou're driving, the ABS control unit hasdetected a system malfunction. If thisoccurs, your brakes will function normallyas if the vehicle had no ABS.Should this happen, consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE When the eng...

Black plate (136,1) WARNING Do not drive with worn disc pads: Driving with worn disc pads isdangerous. The brakes could fail andcause a serious accident. As soon asyou hear a screeching noise consultan Authorized Mazda Dealer. Manual TransmissionOperation q Manual Transmission Shift Pattern Neutral ...

Black plate (137,1) WARNING Do not use sudden engine braking onslippery road surfaces or at highspeeds: Shifting down while driving on wet,snowy, or frozen roads, or whiledriving at high speeds causes suddenengine braking, which is dangerous.The sudden change in tire speedcould cause the tires to sk...

Black plate (138,1) Automatic Transmission Controls Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. Various Lockouts: NOTE This Sport AT has an option that is not incl...

Black plate (139,1) q Transmission Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N tooperate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transmission and prevents therear wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P and setthe parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the Pposition without usin...

Black plate (140,1) q Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)automatically controls the transmissionshift points to best suit the road conditionsand driver input. This optimizes engineperformance and improves drivingcomfort. When cornering the vehicle,AAS mode will hold the transmiss...

Black plate (141,1) Indicators Shift position indicator In manual shift mode, the “ M ” of the shift position indicator in the instrument panelilluminates. Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gearilluminates. Shift position indicator Gear position indicator NOTE l If the gears canno...

Black plate (144,1) Recommendations for shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommendthese shift points. Gear Vehicle speed M1 to M2 19 km/h (12 mph) M2 to M3 35 km/h (22 mph) M3 to M4 47 km/h (29 mph) M4 to M5 58 km/h (36 mph) M5 to M6 78 km/h (49 mph) For cruising Gear Vehicle speed M1...

Black plate (145,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operable when theengine is running. If the engine is off or ifthe power steering system is inoperable,you can still steer, but it requires morephysical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usualduring normal driving, consult anAuthorize...

Black plate (146,1) Cruise Control With cruise control, you can set andautomatically maintain any speed of morethan about 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING Do not use the cruise control under thefollowing conditions: Using the cruise control under thefollowing conditions is dangerousand could result in loss...

Black plate (147,1) 3. Press the SET/COAST button and release it at the speed you want.Release the accelerator at the sametime. Don't continue to hold in the button. Untilyou release it, speed will continue to drop(unless you continue to accelerate) andyou'll miss the desired speed. NOTE l The SET f...

Black plate (148,1) To increase speed using acceleratorpedal Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerateto the desired speed.Press the SET/COAST button and releaseit immediately. NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarilywhen the cruise control is on. Greater speedwill not interfere with or...

Black plate (150,1) q TCS/DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. If the TCS or DSC isoperating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC mayhave a malfunction and they may notoperate correctly...

Black plate (151,1) CAUTION Ø The DSC may not operate correctlyunless the following are observed: Ø Use tires of the correct sizespecified for your Mazda on allfour wheels. Ø Use tires of the samemanufacturer, brand and treadpattern on all four wheels. Ø Do not mix worn tires. Ø The DSC may not oper...

Black plate (152,1) q DSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off theTCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator lightwill illuminate. Press the switch again to turn the TCS/DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicatorlight will go out. NOTE l When DSC is on and you attempt to free thevehicle when it is stuck, or ...

Black plate (155,1) WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring systemwarning light illuminates or flashes, orthe tire pressure warning beep sound isheard, decrease vehicle speedimmediately and avoid suddenmaneuvering and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring systemwarning light illuminates or flashe...

Black plate (156,1) NOTE l Perform tire pressure adjustment when thetires are cold. Tire pressure will varyaccording to the tire temperature, thereforelet the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only driveit 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjustingthe tire pressures. When pressure isadjusted on hot tires to...

Black plate (157,1) l When a metallic device such as a non-genuine navigation system is equippednear the center of the dashboard, whichmay block radio signals from the tirepressure sensor to the receiver unit. l When using the following devices inthe vehicle that may cause radiointerference with the...

Black plate (158,1) Replacing tires and wheels CAUTION Ø When replacing/repairing the tiresor wheels or both, have the workdone by an Authorized MazdaDealer, or the tire pressure sensorsmay be damaged. Ø The wheels equipped on yourMazda are specially designed forinstallation of the tire pressuresens...

Black plate (159,1) Meters and Gauges When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-34Speed Unit Selector ........................................

Black plate (161,1) NOTE When the ignition switch is in the ACC orLOCK position, the odometer or trip meterscannot be displayed, however, pressing theselector button can inadvertently switch thetrip meters or reset them during anapproximate ten-minute period in the followingcases: l After the igniti...

Black plate (162,1) CAUTION Don't run the engine with thetachometer needle in the RED ZONE.This may cause severe enginedamage. NOTE l The beep sounds to indicate engine overrevwhen the tachometer needle enters thestriped zone. l To protect the engine, when the enginecoolant temperature is low, the e...

Black plate (163,1) If the needle on the gauge doesn't moveafter starting the engine, follow steps 1through 3. If the engine oil pressure gauge moves toL (low) while you are driving, drive to theside of the road and park off the right-of-way. Set the parking brake. Then followsteps 1 through 3. 1. T...

Black plate (165,1) Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-41 Charging System Warning Light 5-42 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-42 Engine Coolant Level Warning Light 5-43 Check ...

Black plate (168,1) NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge thebattery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABSwarning light comes on. This is due to a weakbattery, not a malfunction.Recharge the battery. q Electronic Brake ForceDistribution System Warning If the electronic brake force distributioncont...

Black plate (169,1) 2. Turn off the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-12). If it's low,add oil. 3. Check the light. If the engine oil level warning light isilluminated and you are unable toimmediately add engine oil, do not driveat high speed, keep the engine speed lowand get to a loca...

Black plate (170,1) If this light comes on while driving, thevehicle may have a problem. It isimportant to note the driving conditionswhen the light came on and consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. The check engine light may come on inthe following cases: l The fuel tank level being very low orapproac...

Black plate (171,1) q Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep The seat belt warning light illuminatesand a beep sound will be heard if thedriver's seat belt is not fastened when theignition switch is turned to the ONposition. Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver's seat belt is notfastened when t...

Black plate (175,1) q KEY Warning Light (Red)/KEYIndicator Light (Green) (withAdvanced Key) This indicator has two colors. KEY Warning Light (Red) When illuminated l When the ignition switch is turned tothe ON position, it illuminatesmomentarily and then goes out. l If any malfunction occurs in thea...

Black plate (176,1) KEY Indicator Light (Green) When illuminated When the start knob is pushed in from theLOCK position, the system confirms thatthe correct advanced key is inside thevehicle, the KEY indicator light (green)illuminates, and the start knob can beturned to the ACC position (page 3-9). ...

Black plate (177,1) q Shift Position Indicator Light(Automatic Transmission) This indicates the selected shift positionwhen the ignition switch is in the ONposition. Gear position indicator Gear position indicator When the shift lever is in the D or Mposition, the numeral for the selected geardispla...

Black plate (178,1) NOTE If the battery is disconnected or a fuse isreplaced, the DSC will be inoperable. In thiscase, the DSC OFF indicator light flashes andthe TCS/DSC indicator light illuminates.To make the DSC operable, do the followingprocedure with the battery connected. 1. Turn the ignition s...

Black plate (179,1) q Headlight Auto-LevelingMalfunction Indicator Light í This indicator light stays on far a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position.Thereafter, the indicator light willilluminate when the headlight auto-leveling system has a malfunction. If the indicator li...

Black plate (181,1) Lighting Control q Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlightswitch on the end of the control lever. Switch Position Headlights Off Off On TaillightsParking lightsLicense lightsSide-marker lightsDashboardillumination Off On On NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, do...

Black plate (182,1) q Headlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam.Pull back to original position for lowbeam. High beam Low beam q Flashing the Headlights To flash the headlights, pull the lever fullytoward you. The headlight switch doesnot need to be on, and the lever will returnto...

Black plate (183,1) Turn and Lane-ChangeSignals q Turn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a leftturn) or up (for a right turn) to the stopposition. The signal will self-cancel afterthe turn is completed. If the indicator light continues to flashafter a turn, manually return the lever toits origi...

Black plate (184,1) Windshield Wipers andWasher The ignition switch must be in the ONposition. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid orplain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washerfluid is dangerous. If sprayed on thewindshield, it will dirty thewindshield, affect your visibil...

Black plate (185,1) q Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it tospray washer fluid. OFF Washer NOTE With the wiper lever in the OFF or INTposition, the wipers will operate continuouslyuntil the lever is released. If the washer doesn't work, inspect thefluid level (page 8-16). If it's...

Black plate (186,1) Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost,fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ONposition. Press the switch to turn on the rearwindow defroster. The rear windowdefroster operates for about 15 minutesand turns off automatica...

Black plate (187,1) Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they must take extreme cautionwhen near it. Hazard warning flasher De...

Black plate (188,1) WARNING Do not use the HomeLink system withany garage door opener that lacks thesafety stop and reverse feature: Using the HomeLink system with anygarage door opener that lacks thesafety stop and reverse feature asrequired by federal safety standardsis dangerous. (This includes g...

Black plate (190,1) HomeLink should now activate yourrolling code equipped device. NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLinkbuttons, begin with “ Programming ” ― step 2. Do not repeat step 1. For questions or comments, please contactHomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1- 800-355-3515. q Gate operator/C...

Black plate (191,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audiosystem. Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2 Operating Tips .......................................................................

Black plate (192,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate ControlSystem Operate the climate control system withthe engine running. NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged,do not leave the fan control dial on for a longperiod of time with the ignition switch in theACC position when the eng...

Black plate (193,1) Vent Operation Center vents Side vents q Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open thevents and rotate them left and right. Center Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, movethe adjustment knob. Knob NOTE When using the air condi...

Black plate (194,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page194Friday, May 11 2007 5:4 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (195,1) Control Panel Climate control information is displayed on the information display. Windshield defroster switch Fan control dial Air intake selector Mode selector switch Temperature control dial A/C switch q Control Switches Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls tem...

Black plate (196,1) Mode selector switch Press the mode selector switch to selectairflow mode (page 6-4). NOTE To set the air vent to , press the windshield defroster switch. A/C switch Push the A/C switch to turn the airconditioner on. The indicator light on theswitch will illuminate when the fanco...

Black plate (197,1) This position can be used when driving ona dusty road or in similar conditions. Italso helps to provide quicker cooling ofthe interior. WARNING Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather: Using the position in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it willcause the windows t...

Black plate (198,1) CAUTION When using the air conditioner whiledriving up long hills or in heavytraffic, closely monitor thetemperature gauge (page 5-36).The air conditioner may cause engineoverheating. If the gauge indicatesoverheating, turn the air conditioneroff (page 7-16). NOTE l When maximum ...

Black plate (200,1) Antenna q Rear Window Antenna The rear window antenna receives bothAM and FM signals. CAUTION When washing the inside rearwindow, use a soft cloth dampenedin lukewarm water, gently wiping theantenna lines.Use of glass cleaning products coulddamage the antenna. Operating Tips for ...

Black plate (201,1) q Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things asbuildings or mountains and bounce off theionosphere. Therefore, they can reachlonger distances than FM signals. Becauseof this, two stations may sometimes bepicked up on the same frequency at thesame time. ...

Black plate (204,1) q Operating Tips for CD Player/In-Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heaterwhen the vehicle is cold, the CD oroptical components (prism and lens) in theCD player/In-dash CD changer maybecome clouded with condensation. Atthis time, the CD will...

Black plate (205,1) l A new CD may have rough edges onits inner and outer perimeters. If a discwith rough edges is used, propersetting will not be possible and the CDplayer/In-dash CD changer will notplay the CD. In addition, the disc maynot eject resulting in a malfunction.Remove the rough edges in...

Black plate (207,1) q Operating tips for MP3 NOTE Supply of this product only conveys a licensefor private, non-commercial use and does notconvey a license nor imply any right to use thisproduct in any commercial (i.e. revenue-generating) real time broadcasting (terrestrial,satellite, cable and/or a...

Black plate (208,1) About folders and files l The order of hierarchy for MP3 filesand folders during playback or otherfunctions is from shallow to deep. Thearrangement and playing order of arecorded disc containing MP3 files isas follows: l File numberA numerical file number is assignedto each file ...

Black plate (210,1) MEMO 6-20 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page210Friday, May 11 2007 5:4 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (211,1) Audio Set l Audio information is displayed on the information display. l There are two types of CD players. Check which CD player your vehicle is equippedwith. In-dash CD Changer Cassette Tape Player Illustration is of a representative audio unit. CD Player (non-MP3 compatible) C...

Black plate (213,1) * * Bose Sound System-equipped model * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Standard audio-equipped model Indication Turn Left Turn Right Select mode Decrease bass Increase bass Decreas...

Black plate (214,1) The following four modes are available.Select the desired mode. Mode Volume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum Turn the audio control dial to select ALCOFF or ALC LEVEL1 ― 3 modes. The selected mode will be indicated. * AudioPilot TM (Bose ® Sound System- equipped model) Aud...

Black plate (216,1) q Operating the Radio Seek tuning button Scan button Manual tuning dial / Auto memory button / Electric serial number button Satellite button Band selector button Channel preset buttons Radio ON Press a band selector button ( ) to turn the radio on. Band selection Successively pr...

Black plate (220,1) q Operating the Cassette Tape Player í APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Dolby NR button Repeat button Program button Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette tape eject button Cassette tape play button Fast-forward button Cassette tape i...

Black plate (226,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer í Disc up button Fast-forward button Track up button Track down button Load button CD slot CD play button Display button Repeat button Random button Reverse button Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Scan button CD eject button Chann...

Black plate (229,1) q Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clearthe error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly. If the er...

Black plate (230,1) Audio Control SwitchOperation When the audio unit is turned on,operation of the audio unit from thesteering wheel is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off underthe following conditions, the switches will beinoperable. l When the ignition switch is turned to the...

Black plate (231,1) NOTE Cassette tape, CD, CD changer, and SIRIUSdigital satellite radio modes cannot be selectedin the following cases: l A cassette deck, CD, CD changer, orSIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is notequipped on the audio system. l A cassette tape, or CD has not beeninserted. q Seek...

Black plate (232,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCCrequirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department ofHealth and Human Services. CAUTION Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by any...

Black plate (233,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it foruse in front or swing it to the side. Sunvisor q Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror, lower thesunvisor.The vanity mirror light will illuminatewhen you open the cover. Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illumina...

Black plate (234,1) q Overhead Lights Front Switch Position Front Overhead Lights Light off l Light is on when any door isopen l Light is on or off when theilluminated entry system is on Rear Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights Light off Light is on when any door is open Light is on or off when the...

Black plate (235,1) Information Display q Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: l Clock l Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display) l Climate Control Display l Audio Display Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 6-45 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition...

Black plate (236,1) q Clock When the ignition switch is in the ACC orON position, the time is displayed. Time setting 1. Press the CLK switch until a beep sounds, and “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” will be displayed. 2. Press the SET switch to switch between “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” displays. The selected displ...

Black plate (237,1) q Audio Display The audio system status is displayed. Tooperate the audio system, refer to “ Audio System ” (page 6-10). Lighter The ignition switch must be in the ACCor ON position. 1. Open the cover. 2. Press the lighter in and release it. When ready for use, it automatically p...

Black plate (238,1) CAUTION Ø Don't touch the metal part of thelighter, you may burn yourself. Ø Don't hold the lighter in because itwill overheat. Ø Don't use the lighter socket forplug-in accessories such asshavers and coffee pots. They maydamage it or cause electricalfailure. Use only a genuine M...

Black plate (239,1) Cup Holder WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hotliquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquidswhile the vehicle is moving isdangerous. If the contents spill, youcould be scalded. Do not put anything other than cups ordrink cans in cup holders: Pu...

Black plate (240,1) Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storage boxes closed whendriving: Driving with the storage boxes openis dangerous. To reduce thepossibility of injury in an accident ora sudden stop, keep the storageboxes closed when driving. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses inthe sto...

Black plate (241,1) q Center Console Front 1. Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. 2. Open the lid. Rear To open, pull the release catch. CAUTION Do not place bottles filled with fluid(e.g. cosmetic fragrance) in theconsole box. If the fluid leaks, it coulddamage the ...

Black plate (243,1) Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in the ACCor ON position.Only use genuine Mazda accessories orthe equivalent requiring no greater than120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).The accessory socket is in the centerconsole. CAUTION To prevent accessory socket damageor electrical failure, ...

Black plate (245,1) 7 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 ...................

Black plate (246,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they must take extreme cautionwhen near it. Depress the hazard warni...

Black plate (247,1) Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Lug wrench Tiedown eyelet Jack handle Jack Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page247Friday...

Black plate (248,1) q Jack To remove the jack 1. Open the tool box. 2. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise. To secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. q Spare Tire A temporary spare tire is not equippedwith your Mazda. If an emergency tirerepair is needed, repair the flat tire wit...

Black plate (250,1) q About the IMS Emergency FlatTire Repair Kit The IMS emergency flat tire repair kitincludes the following items. Tire sealant Injection hose Compressor Case Instruction Repaired tire sticker Valve core tool Spare valve core Speed restriction sticker WARNING Do not allow children...

Black plate (251,1) 4. Unload passengers and luggage, and remove the emergency flat tire repairkit. 5. Shake the tire sealant well. CAUTION If the bottle is shaken after theinjection hose is screwed on, tiresealant could spray out from theinjection hose. Tire sealantcontacting clothing or other obje...

Black plate (252,1) CAUTION If there is air remaining in the tirewhen the valve core is removed, thevalve core could fly out. Remove thevalve core carefully. 8. Turn the valve core counterclockwise with the valve core tool and remove thevalve core. Valve Valve core NOTE Store the valve core in a pla...

Black plate (253,1) NOTE Do not throw away the empty tire sealantbottle after use. Return the empty tire sealantbottle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer whenreplacing the tire. The empty tire sealant bottlewill need to be used to extract and dispose ofthe used sealant from the tire. 13. Attach the vehic...

Black plate (255,1) NOTE When checking the tire inflation pressure withthe tire pressure gauge on the compressor unit,make sure the compressor switch is turned off. 21. If the tire inflation pressure remains stable, the tire repair is complete.Drive the vehicle with care to anAuthorized Mazda Dealer...

Black plate (256,1) 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. 5. Remove the jack, and tool (page 7-3). 6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the tire to be changed. When blockinga wheel, place a tire block both in frontand ...

Black plate (257,1) WARNING Use only the front and rear jackingpositions recommended in this manual: Attempting to jack the vehicle inpositions other than thoserecommended in this manual isdangerous. The vehicle could slip offthe jack and seriously injure or evenkill someone. Use only the front andr...

Black plate (258,1) q Locking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheftwheel lug nuts, one on each wheel willlock the tires and you must use a specialkey to unlock them. This key is attachedto the lug wrench and is stored with thespare tire. Register them with the lockmanufacturer by filling o...

Black plate (259,1) 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. WARNING Do not apply oil or grease to lug nutsand bolts and do not tighten the lugnuts beyond the recommendedtightening torque: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts andbolts is dangerous. The lug nutscould ...

Black plate (260,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indicatesoverheating, the vehicle loses power, oryou hear a loud knocking or pingingnoise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running beforeattempting to work near the coolingfan: ...

Black plate (262,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine does not start the first time,perform the following procedure to startthe engine. 1. While the accelerator pedal is fully depressed, turn the ignition switch tothe START position and crank theengine for about 7 to 8 seconds. 2. Release the ...

Black plate (263,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If youfeel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent servicetechnician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully: To ensure safe and co...

Black plate (264,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, producedduring normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. Anexploding battery can cause serious bur...

Black plate (266,1) Push-Starting Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it isdangerous. The vehicle being towedcould surge forward when its enginestarts, causing the two vehicles tocollide. The occupants could beinjured. CAUTION Do not push-...

Black plate (267,1) Towing Description We recommend that towing be done onlyby an Authorized Mazda Dealer or acommercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary toprevent damage to the vehicle.Government and local laws must befollowed. A towed vehicle usually should have itsdrive ...

Black plate (268,1) Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks underthe front and rear for towing.They are designed ONLY for tyingdown the vehicle when it's beingtransported. Using them for towingwill damage the bumper. q Tiedown Hooks 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug wrench from the ...

Black plate (269,1) 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet. Front Rear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securelytightened, it may loosen or disengagefrom the bumper when tying downthe vehicle. Make sure that thetiedown eyelet is securely tightenedto the bumper. Recreational Towing An examp...

Black plate (271,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenan...

Black plate (272,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehiclewhen using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliableand qualified service shop perform...

Black plate (273,1) Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditionsapply. l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extended use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials ...

Black plate (274,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 ENGINE Engine oil R R R R R R R R Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R Drive belt...

Black plate (276,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Engine oil Puerto Rico Replace every 5,000 km...

Black plate (278,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at theindicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified servicetechnician as soon ...

Black plate (279,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions onlyfor items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by aqualified service technician with spec...

Black plate (280,1) Engine Compartment Overview Battery Engine oil dipstick Engine oil-filler cap Air filter Engine coolant reservoir Cooling system cap Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block (next to air filter) Fuse block (near battery) 8-10 Maintenance and Care ...

Black plate (281,1) Engine Oil CAUTION Do not use either synthetic or semi-synthetic motor oil. Otherwise enginestarting performance could worsen. NOTE l Changing the engine oil should be done byan Authorized Mazda Dealer. l The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checkingof the engine oil level. The compac...

Black plate (282,1) Except U.S.A. and CANADA (ILSAC) The quality designation SL,SM, or ILSACmust be on the label. 5W-20 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 –20 50 40 30 20 10 0 –10 –20 –30 q Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating tempera...

Black plate (283,1) NOTE l Each mark from the F mark equates toabout 0.5 L (US 0.5 qt, Imp 0.4 qt).There are 3 marks between L and F. l Verify that the engine cover is securelyinstalled. Engine Coolant q Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in theengine compartment. DO N...

Black plate (285,1) NOTE If the “ FL22 ” mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, use FL22 type enginecoolant. If engine coolant other than FL22type is used, the engine coolant must bereplaced earlier than the specified replacementinterval indicated in the scheduledmaintenance (page 8-3). If...

Black plate (286,1) q Adding Brake/Clutch Fluid WARNING Be careful not to spill brake fluid onyourself or on the engine: Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If itgets in your eyes, they could beseriously injured. If this happens,immediately flush your eyes withwater and get medical attention.Brake flu...

Black plate (287,1) Inspect fluid level in the washer fluidreservoir; add fluid if necessary. Full Low OK Use plain water if washer fluid isunavailable.But use only washer fluid in cold weatherto prevent it from freezing. Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such asdoor and hood hinges an...

Black plate (288,1) Wiper Blades CAUTION Ø Hot waxes applied by automaticcar washers have been known toaffect the wiper's ability to cleanwindows. Ø To prevent damage to the wiperblades, don't use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them. Contamination of either the windshi...

Black plate (289,1) 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in thenew blade. CAUTION Ø Don't bend or discard thestiffeners. You need to use themagain. Ø If the metal stiffeners areswitched, the blade's wipingefficiency could be reduced.So don't use the driver's side me...

Black plate (290,1) 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 careful...

Black plate (292,1) NOTE l Remove the engine and battery coversbefore performing battery maintenance. Engine cover Battery cover l If the cover has been removed, install it inthe reverse order of removal. q Battery Maintenance To get the best service from a battery: l Keep it securely mounted. l Kee...

Black plate (293,1) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to check thetire condition every day, includingwhether the tires all look inflated properly.Inspect all tire pressure monthly(including the spare í ) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressuresfor the b...

Black plate (294,1) Forward Also, inspect them for uneven wear anddamage. Abnormal wear is usually causedby one or a combination of the following: l Incorrect tire pressure l Improper wheel alignment l Out-of-balance wheel l Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire pressures tospecification (...

Black plate (295,1) NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) l When tires with steel wire reinforcement inthe sidewalls are used, the system may notfunction correctly even with a genuinewheel.Refer to System Error Activation on page5-30. l Be sure to install the tire pressure sensorswhenever tire...

Black plate (296,1) NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they arenot being used on the road. It is recommendedthat tires generally be replaced when they are6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climatesor frequent high loading conditions canaccelerate the aging process. You shouldreplace the spare...

Black plate (297,1) Light Bulbs Headlights (High-beam) Front side-marker lights Front turn signal lights Headlights (Low-beam) Fog lights Parking lights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Vanity mirror lights Courtesy lights Overhead light (Rear) Trunk light High-mount brake light License plate light...

Black plate (298,1) WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbsyourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbsyourself is dangerous. Because thexenon fusion bulbs require highvoltage, you could receive an electricshock if the bulbs are handledincorrectly. Consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer when the repl...

Black plate (300,1) NOTE l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,it should be cleaned with rubbing alcoholbefore being used. l Use the protective cover and carton of thereplacement bulb to dispose of the old bulbpromptly out of the reach of children. q Replacing a Fog Light Bulb í Due to the c...

Black plate (302,1) Vanity mirror lights Edge 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Trunk light 1. Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. q Replacing a Bulb (Rear) Rear turn ...

Black plate (303,1) High-mount brake light 1. Turn the center section of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and removethe retainers and trunk rear trim. Removal Installation 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 4. Install the...

Black plate (304,1) Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system isprotected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don'twork, inspect the appropriate circuitprotector. If a fuse has blown, the insideelement will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid usingthat system and consult an Aut...

Black plate (306,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) (Next to air filter) (Near battery) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 MAIN 120A For protection of all circuits 2 HEATER 40A Heater 3 AIR PUMP 60A Air pump 4 BTN 30A Power windows, Power door locks, Illuminated e...

Black plate (309,1) How to MinimizeEnvironmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda representsthe latest technical developments incomposition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, canharm the paint's protective properties, ifproper care is not taken. Here are some example...

Black plate (310,1) q Water Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water cancontain harmful minerals such as salt andlime. If moisture containing theseminerals settles on the vehicle andevaporates, the minerals will concentrateand harden to form white rings. The ringscan damage your vehicle's...

Black plate (311,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish.Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish Washing To help protect the finish from rust anddeterioration, wash your Mazdathoroughly and frequently, at least once amonth, ...

Black plate (312,1) WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowlyand applying the brakes lightly untilbrake performance is normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle pulling to oneside when braking could result in aserious accident. Light braking willindic...

Black plate (313,1) q Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice andsnow removal and solvents used for dustcontrol may collect on the underbody. Ifnot removed, they will speed up rustingand deterioration of such underbody partsas fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaustsystem, even ...

Black plate (314,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfumeand cosmetic oils from contacting thedashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.If these solutions get on the dashboard,wipe them off immediately. CAUTION Do not use glazing agents.Glazing agents contai...

Black plate (315,1) Piano black panel The following parts are fitted with panelsthat have been treated with a specialcoating that resists scratching. l Center panel l Door switch panel When the panel needs to be cleaned, use asoft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface. NOTE Scratches or nicks on t...

Black plate (318,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. AllAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehiclein top condition.If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement re...

Black plate (322,1) CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact theProvincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting theCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan Office at: Canadian Motor Veh...

Black plate (324,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center DriveIrvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A.P.O. Box 19734Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A.TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.)(949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 Voge...

Black plate (325,1) Warranties for Your Mazda l New Vehicle Limited Warranty l Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty l Anti-perforation Limited Warranty l Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) l Emission Defect Warranty l Emis...

Black plate (326,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specificemission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the UnitedStates may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it ...

Black plate (327,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emissionregulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differfrom those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible fo...

Black plate (330,1) Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communicationequipment in vehicles in your country: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehiclenavigation or other devices by the driver while the...

Black plate (331,1) Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment 9-15 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page331Friday, May 11 2007 5:5 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (332,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, andtemperature performance. q Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a compar...

Black plate (333,1) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can causeheat buildup and possible tire failure. T...

Black plate (334,1) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall ofall tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tireand also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certificati...

Black plate (338,1) q Information on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size a...

Black plate (340,1) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other importantinformation on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the rear door on the driver's side. SAMPLE q Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the...

Black plate (341,1) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to therecommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with theinformation in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.Under-inflation is...

Black plate (342,1) q Glossary 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 manufacturi...

Black plate (343,1) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here aresome important maintenance points: q Tire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintainrecommended pressures for ...

Black plate (344,1) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread patternor studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will beweakened if rotated from side to side. (With limited-slip differential) Don't use the following: Ø Tires no...

Black plate (345,1) q Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivategood driving habits for your own benefit. l Observe posted speed limits l Avoid fast starts, stops and turns l Avoid potholes and objects on the road l Do no run over curbs ...

Black plate (346,1) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed totow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicledamage. This section will guide you in the prope...

Black plate (347,1) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and allstandard 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 e...

Black plate (348,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part ofcargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The...

Black plate (349,1) 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 wei...

Black plate (350,1) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous andcould result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling,performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, s...

Black plate (351,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the v...

Black plate (352,1) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous.Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, ordamage to the vehicle.Do not use replacement tires with lower load...

Black plate (353,1) 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. (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and pass...

Black plate (354,1) Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or couldcause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda MotorCorporation (Your M...

Black plate (356,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to dosome of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to thechart below. If they don't have what you nee...

Black plate (359,1) 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ................................

Black plate (360,1) Vehicle Information Labels q Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legallyidentifies your vehicle. The number is ona plate attached to the left top side of thedashboard. This plate can easily be seenthrough the windshield. q Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...

Black plate (361,1) q Engine Number Forward Identification Numbers 10-3 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page361Friday, May 11 2007 5:5 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (362,1) Specifications q Engine Item Model Type Rotary engine Displacement 654 ml × 2 (654 cc × 2, 40.0 cu in × 2) Compression ratio 10.0 q Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12V-52AH/5HR Spark-plug number Trailing side N3Y1 18 110A, N3H1 18 110D *1 Leading side N3Y8 18 110A, ...

Black plate (367,1) 11 Index 11-1 RX-8_8X44-EA-07G_Edition1 Page367Friday, May 11 2007 5:5 PM Form No.8X44-EA-07G

Black plate (370,1) F Front Seats(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-37Gauge ......................................... 5-36Requirements ............................... 4-2Tank capacity ............................. 10-5 Fuses ...............

©2007 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan May 2007(Print1) Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Volume Adjustment If necessary Preparation NAVIGATION SYSTEM See page for specific information. See page for specific information. See page for specific information. Immediate use Advanced...

2 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Accessories Please contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing the following accessory. l Map Disc CAUTION:THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT.HOWEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD...

4 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Contents Preparation n Before UseAccessories ........................................................................................ 2Laser products: .............................................................................

5 Bef ore Use If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Advanced use n Address Book l Address Book ................................................................................ 46 (Memory Point Storage), (Memory Point Confirmation and Modification), (Preset Destinations or Home storage), (Memory Point De...

6 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Safety Information n Read this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system. It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Mazda assumes no responsibility ...

7 Bef ore Use If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Operation is subject to the following two conditions; (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Caution Caution The presence of...

8 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Introduction n Extremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operation The inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the ...

10 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Names and Functions Z C ( RET key Returns to the previous screen. VOICE key l Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers. l Adjusts screen quality. ( page 28) P D E ll M D ( ZOOM RET VOICE POS ENTER MENU Joystick l Selects...

11 Bef ore Use If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Switching the Display Mode ZOOM key Changes the map scale. ( page 29) POS (Position) key Displays your current position. ENTER key l Executes a selected item. l Displays pop up menu. MENU key Displays menu. ( page 16) ZOOM POS ENTER MENU DIM key Switc...

12 Bef ore Use Navigation Set Up RDM-T MC If necessary Rear Vie w Mo nito r Names and Functions MENU key Displays menu. ( page 16) MENU VOICE key l Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers. l Adjusts screen quality. ( page 28) VOICE Mazda RX-8 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

14 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Activation Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System. Note l The map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position. l Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in...

15 Getting star ted l The Current Position screen appears. Note l You can select the language by select and press . You can also change the selected language using Language Selection. ( page 22) l The CAUTION screen remains on the display unless you select and press . When the ignition switch is in ...

16 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Menu Menu appears when pressing . MENU Destination Entry and Route Search ( page 30) Address Book ( page 46) Cancel Guidance ( page 41) Route Options ( page 42) Volume ( page 50) Set Clock ( page 17) Navigation Set Up ( page 18) 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWH...

17 Getting star ted Set Clock The current time is set using this function. Since time notification is provided by a GPS satellite. Before Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [SET CLOCK] screen Select if you prefer 24-hour display; for 12-hour display. Select to move the setting ahead by one hour,...

18 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up l You can alter the map display conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the system information. n Stop your vehicle before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the...

19 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up Before Steps select select User Setting MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen n Map Color Select a screen color from to options. n Map Mode l Auto : The display will automatically switch between Day and Night illumination mode when the hea...

20 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up Before Steps select select User Setting MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen n Arrival Time The time which is displayed until reaching the destination or a way point can be set as an estimated arrival time or the rem...

21 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function allows you set the categories on the area displayed when the (Point of Interest) menu is selected on the map. Quick POI enables you store up to six different kinds of categories which you use most regularly. 1 select 2 select Quick POI Selection ME...

22 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up You can change the language of the menu and the voice guidance. Before Steps select select Language MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [LANGUAGE] screen Select your preferred language from the list. 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

23 Getting star ted Navigation Set Up Before Steps select select Map Configuration MENU ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Open the [MAPCONFIGURATION] screen n Map Screen Select single or dual map display. n Turn Guidance Turn Arrow (on first screen) While using route guidance, the directions for the next junc...

24 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function allows you to correct any error in the position or direction of your vehicle display. Before Steps select Adjusting Current Position and Direction select Open the [Calibrate Position] screen Move to the correct position and se...

25 Getting star ted select . h you are urrent omplete. Map Version The map and software version numbers can be confirmed using this function. select Map and software versions are now displayed. ENTER ENTER ENTER NTER ENTER ENTER 1%>(%C2%:-C)%FSSO4EKI8YIWHE]%TVMP41

26 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Navigation Set Up This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default settings. [Default List] Before Steps select select Item Initial condition Menu names Map Orientation North up Map display mode Single-screen d...

27 Getting star ted Screen Names and Functions Screens Before Setting Route (1) Map Orientation control ( page 29) (2) GPS (Global Positioning System) marker ( page 52) (3) Clock Clock will be displayed when you set up Clock on Navigation Set Up On. (4) Vehicle marker Shows the current position and ...

28 Routing Ad dress Book Getting star ted Display Menu screen will be shown when you press (DISP) and hold. Note Display Menu screen will be disappeared when they have been unused during a few seconds. n Adjusting the screen quality l Adjusts the screen brightnessSelect "ADJ", and then "...

29 Getting star ted Screen change n Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operatin...

30 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry and Route Search l You can set the destination using various methods provided by the system. Before Steps select Change (Change Search Area) Address MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINATION ENTRY] Menu Select Select the desi : ID, OR, WA, : CA, NV : ...

34 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry and Route Search Emergency Select When stopped Displays the police station select screen. Displays the hospital select screen. When driving Sets the destination to the nearest police station automatically. Sets the destination to the nearest ...

36 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Destination Entry and Route Search Before Steps select Memory Point Home Preset Destination Previous Destination Intersection Freeway On/Off Ramp Coordinates Select from map MENU ENTER Open the [DESTINATION ENTRY] Menu Select Select Select Select the desi Sele...

38 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Quick POI l You can select one of the Six Categories on the menu or List Categories and then select the POI(s) to be displayed on the map. Before Steps Select Displaying POI(s) on a Map LocalSearch DeletingPOIMarkers Before Steps Displaying POI(s) on a Map ( a...

39 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Character Entry To enter the street name, city name, and other. To enter the house phonenumber, and other. Select the first several characters on the screen. (Step 1) Select your target in the list. l If a desired name is not in the list, go back to Step 1, an...

40 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Direct Destination Input DirectDestinationInput SelectingRoute 1 Position the cursor on your destination on the map Scroll the map and change the map scale if necessary. 2 Select 3 Select . Route calculation will be carried out and the entire route will be dis...

41 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing POI Icons on Maps / Delete Destination n POI (Point of Interest) Icons The following are POI icons shown on maps. Restaurant All restaurants American Chinese Continental Fast Food French Italian Japanese Mexican Seafood Thai Other Restaurants Shopping Grocery ...

42 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Route Options l During route guidance you can change the route options, stop or check the route. Before Steps select RoutePreferences Modificationof Destination or Way Point Positions Deletion of Destination or Way Points Detour Turn List MENU ENTER Open the [...

50 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o lume Adjustment Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume control for the voice guidance. Before Steps select MENU ENTER ENTER Open the [VOLUME] screen 1 Select the appropriate button to set the volume between (minimum) and (maximum). :Soun...

51 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Precautions/System Performance Voice guidance has the following functions: n Intersection guidance l The system voice announces the distance to an upcoming turn and the turning direction. This guidance function...

52 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense. The Mobile Navigation System uses input from three or more satellites and calculates the ve...

53 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Precautions/System Performance In the following situations, your vehicle position may not be displayed correctly on the map. But, as you keep driving, your vehicle position will be automatically corrected utili...

54 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y Although you may encounter the following problems in a route search, there is nothing wrong with the system. The navigation system is just a support system for the driver. The driver should always pay attention t...

55 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Troubleshooting Note There may be some problems due to operational errors or mistakes. Please read this manual again and verify that there really is a problem before calling an Expert Dealer, we recommend an Au...

57 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book V o ice Rec ogn ition If necessar y Troubleshooting Please insert a MAP DVD. l The disc is not installed. Check if the disk is installed. If installed, check if the installed disk is correct. MAP DVD-Read Error l The disc is wet, dirty, scratched...

58 Bef ore Use Getting star ted Routing Ad dress Book Voic e Recogn ition If necessar y Maintenance n Cleaning this product Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it. n Cautions for cleaning Never use solvents such as benzene and thinners, they could mar the surface of the unit. n Map disc If you require the...