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Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual

1. Specifications Light Bulbs Exterior light Cat Light bulb Wattage ECE R SAE High beam 65 H9 H9 Headlights Halogen 55 H7 H7 Low beam Xenon fusion 35 D2S D2S Front turn signal lights Parking lights Front side marker lights 27 8 1157 Fog lights 51 HB4 9005 Side turn signal lights 5 High mount brake light 21 W21W 7440 Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W Brake lights Taillights LED Reverse lights 16 W16W 921 License plate lights 5 WSW 4CP Rear side marker lights 5 WSW 4CP 1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit Replace the unit 2 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode Interior light Catego Light bulb San Wattage ECER Trunk light 5 WSW Overhead light Map lights Front 5 WSW Overhead light Rear 10 Courtesy lights WSW Vanity mirror lights V Tires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle When replacing tires Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle For details contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8 24 Inflation pressure Tire size Front Rear 225 45R18 91W 225 40R19 89W 220 kPa 32 psi 220
2. 6 15 6 15 Operating Tips for Audio System 2 2 02221 6 15 Audio Set eite e ede 6 25 Audio Control Switch Operation 2 6 52 AUX Mode Auxiliary input sese 6 54 Safety Certification yeri a 6 56 Bluetooth 5 0 6 57 Bluetooth Hands Free 22220000 6 57 Basic Bluetooth Hands Free Operation 6 61 Convenient Use of the Hands Free System 6 65 Hands Free Telephone Setting 2 6 71 When Bluetooth Hands Free cannot be used 6 76 Safety Certification esses 6 76 Mazda Bluetooth Hands Free Customer Service 6 77 Interior Equipment csccsccssssscsscssssssssssssssssssscssesssesseess 6 78 SUDVISOIS om teet indu dieere 6 78 Interior Lights tet RR EO 6 78 Information Display 2 6 80 Lighter ihe ue ERR 6 82 Pc E ELE 6 83 Cup Holder 2s ee oie ee a E AA 6 84 Storage 6 85 Accessory 6 88 Some models 6 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page218 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engi
3. 4 7 Money saving suggestions 4 6 Rocking the vehicle 4 8 Winter driving sss 4 9 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 5 27 DSC OFF indicator light 5 28 DSC OFF switch 5 29 TCS DSC Indicator light 5 28 E Emergency 7 19 Jump starting sss 7 20 Push starting 2 22222 2 2 2 7 23 Emergency Towing 7 24 Emission Control System 4 3 Engine Coolant need 8 14 Exhaust 4 4 Hood release 3 43 coge ee 8 12 Overheating 2222222 7 17 Starting ss sete 5 4 Engine Compartment Overview 8 11 Engine Coolant Overheating 7 17 Engine Coolant Temperature 5 39 4 4 Exterior Care 2 2 8 44 11 3 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page438 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Index F Flasher Hazard warning 5 70 Flat Tire cdi Ae deeds 7 3 Changing ueni 7 1 Instant Mobility System IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kt iiie 7 5 Spare tire and tool storage 7 3 Fluids Classification 10 4 Owner maintenance 8 8 Fog Lights scene 5 63 Foot Brake nencen eene 5 6 Front Seats Ele
4. Ex 555 1234 Phone number registration Is this correct 16 Say Beep Yes 17 Prompt Number saved Would you like to add another number for this entry 18 Say Beep Yes or No 19 If Yes an additional phone number registration can be made for the same entry If No the procedure proceeds to Step 20 20 Prompt Returning to main menu Making calls using the phone book Telephone calls can be made by saying the name of a person voice tag whose phone number has been registered in Bluetooth Hands Free in advance For the phone book setting method refer to page 6 68 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system 6 66 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 282 1 NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Call 3 Prompt Name please 4 Say Beep Ex John s phone Say a voice tag registered in the phone book 5 Prompt Calling XXXXX Ex John s phone XXXX Ex at home Is this correct Voice tag and phone number location registered in phone book 6 Say Beep Yes 7 Prompt Dialing NOTE The Call command and
5. T125 70D15 420 kPa 60psi 5091 Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed value on the tire label 9 35 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page418 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 418 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Examples Based a single occupant weight of 68 kg 150 Ibs and a value of 385 kg 849 Ibs for the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg 849 Ibs 68 kg 150 Ibs 317 kg 699 165 The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg 849 165 68 2 kg 150 x 2 Ibs 249 kg 549 Ibs If the weight of the occupant increases the cargo weight limit decreases by that much GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on t
6. sss 3 54 enis Eden 5 69 Storage Box 6 86 Storage Compartments 6 85 Center 1 6 86 Com box i scs eoe 6 85 Glove compartment 6 85 Overhead console 6 85 Storage box 6 86 Sunshade 3 45 SUDVISOIS 6 78 T Tachometer sia ettet 5 38 Temporary Spare Tire 8 26 Theft Deterrent System 3 51 Tiedown Hook dee 7 25 Tire Information ssss 9 21 Tire Pressure Monitoring System 5 30 System error activation 5 34 Tire pressure monitoring system warning 5 32 Tires and wheels 5 34 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page441 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM T Tires Flat tire enden 7 3 Inflation pressure 8 24 8 25 Rotation 8 25 Snow tires 4 9 Spare tire and tool storage 7 3 Specifications 10 6 Tire chains 2 2 4 10 Uniform tire quality grading system UTOGS ntes 9 19 T6015 umet te ERE ERE Se D 7 3 Towing Description 02 22 2 42 7 24 Emergency towing 7 24 Recreational towing 7 27 Trailer towing sess 4 13 Tracti
7. 138 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system the system may not function correctly when using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls page 5 34 Tire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains CAUTION Chains may affect handling gt Do not go faster than 50 km h 30 mph or the chain manufacturer s recommended limit whichever is lower Drive carefully and avoid bumps holes and sharp turns Avoid locked wheel brahing Do not use chains on a temporary spare tire it may result in damage to the vehicle and to the tire Your vehicle is not equipped with a factory installed temporary spare tire Do not use chains on roads that are free of snow or ice The tires and chains could be damaged gt Chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels 4 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 138 1 A NOTE f your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system the system may not function correctly when using tire chains Tire chains cannot be installed on vehicle equipped with 19 inch tires Before attempting to install tire chains the tires on the front and rear must first be changed from the 19 inch size to 18 inch tires Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Install the chains on the rear tires Do no
8. 2 20 Seat Belt Extender n nee dtt tee 2 22 Seat Belt Warning Light Beep sese 2 24 Child Res rallit iei tno erret eed cro Pre 2 26 Child Restraint Precautions cccceseceeseeseeeeeeeeceesseeteeeeees 2 26 Child Restraint System Installation Position 2 30 Installing Child Restraint Systems 2 31 LATCH Child Restraint Systems 2 2 2 37 SRS Air T ee eben eek tabe ea Re eres 2 40 Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Precautions 2 40 Supplemental Restraint System Components 2 44 How the Air Bags Work sse 2 46 Some models 2 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 2 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel4 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats Manually Operated Seats A WARNING Do not modify or replace the front seats Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats Do not drive with damaged front seats Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous A collis
9. 9 44 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page427 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 427 1 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda Identification Numbers sssssssssssssscssscscccsccssssesesesssccesenesees 10 2 Vehicle Information 2 10 2 Specifications 10 4 Specifications i eee e etre E 10 4 Personalization Features ssssscccssssssccccsscssssssssssesssssscesecssees 10 8 Personalization 20 202 0 10 8 10 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page428 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 428 1 Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels V Chassis Number V Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally c identifies your vehicle The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard This plate can easily be seen through the windshield Vehicle Emission Control 1 Information Label 7 Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label Tire Pressure Label 10 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page429 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 429 1 Identification Numbers V Engine Number Forward Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page430 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 5
10. 8 23 6 Light ette npe n m ettam page 8 28 DOOM ig EE ER page 3 43 Windshield wiper blades eee eiecit page 8 19 9I MOODIOOE ete ee E S eL page 3 44 ecce rest etti nett Tee Tee page 3 41 D Doors and redd Om hi page 3 26 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle 1 5 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel2 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 12 1 1 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel3 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 13 1 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment including seats seat belt system child restraint systems and SRS air bags i EIE AE SEEE EE EAEE EEE AEA I 2 2 Front Seats Manually Operated 2 2 Driver s Seat Electrically Operated Seat 2 6 Rear Seat i ais 2 12 Non Adjustable Head Restraints sss 2 12 Seat ure nud rebat ut dtt tette tut 2 13 Seat Belt Systems eee eee esee eese enses tenens eene 2 15 Seat Belt Precautions 2 2 15 Location of Seat Belt essen 2 18 Seat Belt zuerst tego 2 19 Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems
11. With Bluetooth Hands Free only Bluetooth Hands Free and navigation system Use the voice recognition hands free switch for navigation system sound operation For details refer to the separate manual NAVIGATION SYSTEM Owner s Manual Voice recognition hands free switch NOTE The voice recognition hands free switch is operable with the audio unit turned off Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio controls on the dashboard Always make safe driving your first priority RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page269 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Adjusting the Volume To increase the volume press up the volume switch To decrease the volume press down the volume switch V Changing the Source Press the mode switch MODE to change the audio source radio FM2 radio AM radio CD player or CD changer SIRIUS1 SIRIUS2 SIRIUS3 AUX gt cyclical With the SIRIUS digital satellite radio the mode which was selected last is displayed Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 269 1 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE CD CD changer and SIRIUS digital satellite radio modes cannot be selected in the following cases CD CD changer or SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not equipped on the audio system CD has not been inserted Connect a portable audio unit or
12. 5 33 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel76 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted there may be a tire puncture Vehicles with Instant Mobility System IMS emergency flat tire repair kit If an emergency tire repair is needed repair the punctured tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit page 7 5 A CAUTION Do not use non genuine tire sealant It may damage the tire pressure sensor Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire If you have bought the optional temporary spare tire replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire Refer to the manufacturer s instructions NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer System Error Activation When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A system error activation may occur in the following cases When there is equipment or a device near the vehicle using the same radio frequency as that of the tire pressure sensors 5 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 176 1 When a me
13. 8 8 7 1 Edition Pagel Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 1 1 loom Zoom All children instinctively know it A few adults still remember it One unique car company refuses to outgrow it In grown up language it means the exhilaration and liberation that come from experiencing sheer motion But as usual children put it much better and simply call it Go Zoom Zoom We practice it every day It s why we build the kind of cars we do Loom Zoom Can we re awaken it in you today Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page2 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 2 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQT7 EA 10H Editionl Page3 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 3 1 A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind To help ensure enjoyable and trouble free operation of your Mazda read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best So when maintenance or service is necessary that s the place to go Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best possible service We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product Mazda Motor Corporation HIROSHIMA JAPAN Important N
14. A Black plate 370 1 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page371 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 371 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Fuse Panel Description Fuse block Engine compartment Next to air filter Next to battery DESCRIPTION G PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 MAIN 120A For protection of all circuits 2 HEATER 40A Heater 3 AIR PUMP 60A Air pump 4 BIN 30A Power door locks Illumination Moonroof 5 DEFOG 50A Rear window defroster 6 FAN 1 30A Electric fan 1 7 ABS DSC 40A ABS DSC 8 ACC 30A Lighter Power control mirror Accessory socket Audio system 9 FAN2 30A Electric fan 2 10 HEAD 15A Headlight high beams Headlight cleaner 11 HEAD LOW 15A Headlight low beam RH 12 HEAD LOW L 15A Headlight low beam LH 13 DRL 15A DRL Headlight high beams 14 DSC 30A DSC 15 SEAT WARM 20A Seat warmer 16 H CLEAN 20A Headlight cleaner 17 R FOG Some models 8 39 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page372 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 0 Black plate 372 1 DESCRIPTION arte PROTECTED COMPONENT 18 FOG 15 Fog lights 19 A C 10A Air conditioner 20 IG 40A For protection of various circuits 21 P WIND 1 30A Power window 22 IG KEY 15A Fo
15. D Black plate 134 1 Money Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs Avoid long warm ups Once the engine runs smoothly begin driving Avoid fast starts Keep the engine tuned Follow the maintenance schedule page 8 3 and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing Use the air conditioner only when necessary Slow down on rough roads Keep the tires properly inflated Do not carry unnecessary weight Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving For improved engine starting performance the next time you start the engine after only driving the vehicle a short distance turn off the engine after 1 or more of the variable red zone lamps in the tachometer have turned off In addition it is recommended that short trips be avoided to ensure that the engine reaches operating temperature before turning off the engine Keep the wheels in correct alignment Keep windows closed at high speeds Slow down when driving in crosswinds and headwinds e e e e e e ee e RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel35 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 135 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips A WARNING Hazardous Driving Never stop the engine when goi niil e engine when going A WARNING Stopping the engine when going Be extremely caref
16. Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page368 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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 D Cr 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal 8 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 368 1 Fuses Your vehicle s electrical system is protected by fuses If any lights accessories or controls don t work inspect the appropriate circuit protector If a fuse has blown the inside element will be melted If the same fuse blows again avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Fuse Replacement Replacing the fuses on the driver s side If the electrical system does not work first inspect the fuses on the driver s side 1 Turn off the ignition switch and other switches 2 Open the fuse panel cover RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page369 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM 3 Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the inside of the engine compartment fuse block cover Y 4 Inspect the fuse and replace it if it s blown 5 Insert a new fuse of the same amperage rating and make sure it fits tightly If it does not fit tightly have an expert install it We recommend an Au
17. When locking the doors or closing the trunk the chime sounds for Check whether the advanced key has about ten seconds been left in the vehicle or the trunk 3 Check whether the ignition has been When attempting to lock the doors by pressing the request switch switched off the front doors and six beep sounds are heard Check whether a door is open The advanced key battery power is low Replace the battery with a new one Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance on page 3 5 When the KEY indicator light green flashes in the instrument cluster The advanced key is malfunctioning Park the vehicle in a safe place and use the When the KEY warning light red remains illuminated in the auxiliary key to continue driving the instrument cluster vehicle Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible 3 19 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page90 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys without Advanced Key AWARNING Do not leave the key in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed Children may find these new kinds of keys to be an interesting toy to play with and could cause the power windows or other controls to op
18. 1 Secure the child restraint system with the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt See the manufacturer s instructions on the child restraint system for belt routing instructions 2 31 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page44 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2 To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor 3 Push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible A clicking noise from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in the automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight repeat this step 2 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 44 1 NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child restraint system You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode When you remove the child restraint system be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts 4 If your child restraint system requires the use of a tether strap refer to the manufacturer s instructions to hook and tighten the tether strap Anchor bracket location bracket 8 8 7 1 Edition Page45 Wedne
19. 102 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 102 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the request Closing the trunk lid switch with advanced key Grasp the inner handle and pull the trunk The trunk lid can be opened by operating lid down then push the trunk lid down the request switch on the trunk lid while until it locks securely Be careful not to carrying the advanced key outside the slam it Pull up on the trunk lid to make vehicle refer to Operations Using sure it 1s secured Advanced Keyless Functions page 3 7 Opening the trunk lid with the transmitter with advanced key The trunk lid can be opened by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 13 Opening the trunk lid with the transmitter with retractable type ke The trunk lid can be opened by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 21 Opening the trunk lid with the remote V Trunk Light release button The trunk light is on when the lid is open Push the release button and off when it s closed EN NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is not running 3 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 103 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Inside Trunk Release Lever Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk rele
20. Inspect all tire pressure monthly including the spare when the tires are cold Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride top handling and minimum tire wear Use the pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for optimum service Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear rotate the tires every 12 000 km 7 500 miles or sooner if irregular wear develops During rotation inspect them for correct balance 062 Forward Do not include TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire in rotation Inspect the tires for uneven wear and damage Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following Incorrect tire pressure Improper wheel alignment Out of balance wheel Severe braking After rotation inflate all tire pressures to specification page 10 6 and inspect the lug nuts for tightness 9 30 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page413 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 413 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A A CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear not from side to side Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side With limited slip differential Don t use the following Tires not of the designated size Tires of different sizes or types at the same time Tires not su
21. o Black plate 212 1 HomeLink Wireless Control System NOTE HomeLink and HomeLink house are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls The HomeLink system replaces up to 3 hand held transmitters with a single built in component in the auto dimming mirror Pressing the HomeLink button on the auto dimming mirror activates garage doors gates and other devices surrounding your home Indicator light Talis et HomeLink button RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page213 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM 0 Black plate 213 1 A WARNING Do not use the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature Using the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards is dangerous This includes garage doors manufactured before April 1 1982 Using these garage door openers can increase the risk of serious injury or death For further information contact HomeLink at 1 800 355 3515 or www homelink com or your Authorized Mazda Dealer Always check the areas surrounding garage doors and gates for people or obstructions before programming or during operation of the HomeLink system Programming or operating the HomeLink system without verifying the safety of areas surrounding garage doors and gates is dangerous and could result in an unexpected accident and serious injury if s
22. 7 24 Towing Description eese nennen 7 24 Tiedowrni Hooks dean a eM 7 25 Recreational 7 27 7 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page306 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash NOTE The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law 7 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 306 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page307 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 307 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram Instant Mobility System IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box Jack Jack handle n wrench Tiedown eyelet 7 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page308 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire V Jack To remove the jack
23. If the washer does not work inspect the fluid level page 8 17 If it s normal consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE With headlight washers When the headlights are on the headlight washers operate automatically once every fifth time the windshield washer operates Refer to Headlight Washer page 5 68 5 67 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page210 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Headlight Washer The ignition must be switched ON and the headlights must be turned on The headlight washers operate automatically once every fifth time the windshield washer operates If you want to operate only the headlight washers pull the windshield wiper lever toward you twice rapidly NOTE When you pull the windshield wiper lever twice the windshield washer may spray a little 5 68 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 210 1 Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost fog and thin ice from the rear window The ignition must be switched ON Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster The rear window defroster operates for about 15 minutes and turns off automatically The indicator light illuminates during operation To turn off the rear window defroster before the 15 minutes has elapsed press the switch again Indicator light 22 A CAUTION Do not use sharp instruments or window clea
24. Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous Unless all safety procedures are followed injury can result Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle 2 8 8 7 1 Edition Page69 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 69 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to Customer Assistance U S A page 9 2 2 57 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page70 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 70 1 2 58 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page71 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 71 1 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls opening closing and adjustment of various parts Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3 2 Advanced Keys fob M ud URN een ROR 3 2 Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions 3 7 Operation Using Advanced Key Functions 3 13 Advanced Key Suspend Function sss 3 16 Wa
25. Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 x1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Puerto Rico Replace every 5 000 km 3 000 miles or 3 months Engine oil Others R R R R R Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R Drive belts I I COOLING SYSTEM Replace at first 192 000 km 120 000 miles or 10 years after that every 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 5 years Replace at first 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 4 years after that FL22 type Engine coolant Others every 2 years Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I FUEL SYSTEM Air filter R Fuel lines and hoses I I Hoses and tubes for emission I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs R ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of all lights I I I I I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page339 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 339 1 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance 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 1
26. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer Always keep a spare advanced key in case one is lost If an advanced key is lost consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Ifyou lose an advanced key including auxiliary key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining advanced keys including auxiliary keys and immobilizer system Bring all the remaining advanced keys including auxiliary keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is not possible Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 117 1 Knowing Your Mazda Security System V Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignition is switched from ON to ACC or OFF The security indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes every 2 seconds until the system is disarmed Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition is switched ON with the registered advanced key The security indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and goes out If the engine does not start with the correct advanced key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 3 47 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell8 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 118 1 Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE The engine may not start and the
27. Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous It becomes even more dangerous when you wear jewelry or loose clothing Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in injury Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured Do not leave items in the engine compartment After you have finished checking or doing servicing in the engine compartment do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the engine compartment Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire leading to an unexpected accident 8 9 5 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page342 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 342 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off 8 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page343 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 343 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Brake Clutch fluid
28. door is opened The key is inserted into the ignition switch The ignition is in any position except OFF With advanced key The power windows may not close completely Make sure all the windows are closed If the power windows cannot be closed completely operate each power window switch from inside the vehicle After closing the windows from outside the vehicle verify that they are completely closed Opening Because nobody likes getting into a very hot car Mazda has introduced a way to open the both windows as you approach the vehicle to get the air moving before you get in RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 109 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 109 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A WARNING Retractable type key Use the remote auto window function only when you can see the vehicle and it is in a secure area Do not let children play with your keys If they open the window without your knowing the open windows are an even bigger invitation to a thief than leaving the Operation doors unlocked indicator light Lock button Unlock button Panic button Trunk butt The windows can be opened for TR ventilating the cabin before getting in the vehicle NOTE The unlock button does not operate unless With unlock button Keyless entry it is pressed twice sequentially system The lock button cannot be used to close the Press the unlock button on the transmitter po
29. gt Do not shade the rain sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield Otherwise the rain sensor will not operate correctly Cy Rain sensor 5 66 D Black plate 208 1 When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt Ifthe windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth gt Ifthe windshield is struck with a hand or other object from either outside or inside the vehicle Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when the wipers activate automatically If you are going to clean the windshield be sure the wipers are turned off completely this is particularly important when clearing ice and snow when it is most likely that the engine is left running Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page209 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM NOTE Switching the auto wiper lever from the OFF to the AUTO position while driving at a vehicle speed of 4 km h 2 mph or higher or after driving the vehicle activates the windshield wipers once after which they operate according to the rainfall amount The auto wiper control may not operate when the rain sensor temperature is about 10
30. that adjust automatically through normal use Should power assist fail you can stop by applying greater force than normal to the brake pedal But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual S 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 148 1 A WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned off find a safe place to stop Coasting with the engine stalled or turned off is dangerous Braking will require more effort and the brake s power assist could be depleted if you pump the brake This will cause longer stopping distances or even an accident Shift to a lower gear when going down steep hills Driving with your foot continuously on the brake pedal or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous This causes overheated brakes resulting in longer stopping distances or even total brake failure This could cause loss of vehicle control and a serious accident Avoid continuous application of the brakes Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 149 Wednesday July 14
31. 08 Power window lock switch page 3 38 09 Power window switches c ccccccccssssssscsesesessescscscsesesscscsesesesececsesesececseseseseeecsess page 3 35 Interior eroe crore I RR a e eee ta page 6 78 QD SUDVISOL tme os delito page 6 78 Rearview mimo Peg re page 3 55 rei AR DATO EO TEQUE t E ame page 6 78 Front seats c ecd ner RAT Te t rotto det te e ia page 2 2 QDRedr a page 2 12 D Sat belt p EREIGNIS page 2 15 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle 1 3 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Pagel0 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 10 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview 1 The equipment and installation position varies by model 1 4 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Pagel 1 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 11 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview COM aK Hd iut e e Mer ota nob tute tefte page 3 31 2 Rear window 5 68 2 Power Windows 4 e eee e cies page 3 34 4 Outside mirror ee tto page 3 54 BY TIT6S te np
32. ENTER PIN appears for two seconds which indicates that it is in code input mode 4 SRI appears which indicates that it is ready for code input Registered ID code input 5 Input the registered ID code using channel preset buttons 1 4 Example When the registered ID code is 2323 input 2323 At this time SR1 2323 is displayed NOTE If Err is displayed go to the INITIALIZATION OF ID CODE section to reset the ID code to 0000 Registered ID code input determination 6 Determine the input code by pressing the auto memory button 7 If it does not match the registered code SRI Err is displayed and then it returns to SR1 8 If it matches the registered code SRI UNLOCK appears for three seconds which indicates that the code input has been completed 9 5 100 appears which indicates that the parental lock is off At this time sound is heard 6 42 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 258 1 NOTE If an ID code is not input for ten seconds Err is displayed and it returns to the former display Channel preset buttons 1 2 3 4 and the auto memory button are used for input of the ID code Buttons 5 and 6 cannot be used RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page259 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 259 1 MEMO 6 43 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page260 We
33. Engine oil filler cap reservoir Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir Cooling system cap M 4 7 UT T D Engine coolant reservoir Fuse block next Battery Fuse block to air filter near battery Air filter 8 11 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page344 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil A CAUTION Do not use either synthetic or semi synthetic motor oil Otherwise engine starting performance could worsen NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer The Mazda RX 8 requires regular checking of the engine oil level The compact high performance RENESIS rotary engine in your vehicle consumes a small amount of engine oil due to its structural design An oil pump optimizes the amount of oil injected to lubricate the rotor seals in the combustion cycle Although your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil level warning light it is best to keep the engine oil level in the range between full and low by checking the oil dipstick regularly Mazda recommends checking the oil level at every second fuel filling The oil consumption of the engine depends on engine speed and engine load Under extreme driving conditions oil consumption can be higher Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Oil container labels provide important in
34. Hands Free phone book can be erased NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Phone book 3 Prompt Select one of the following new entry edit list names delete or erase all or say cancel to return to main menu 6 69 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page286 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 4 Say Beep Erase all 5 Prompt Are you sure you want to erase everything from your Hands Free system phone book 6 Say Beep Yes 7 Prompt You are about to delete everything from your Hands Free system phone book Do you want to continue 8 Say Beep Yes 9 Prompt Please wait erasing the Hands Free system phone book 10 Prompt Hands Free system phone book erased returning to main menu Read out of names registered to the Bluetooth Hands Free phone book The Bluetooth Hands Free system can read out the list of names registered to its phone book 1 Press the voice recognition hands free swi
35. I Mazda North American Operations participates in BBB AUTO LINE a mediation arbitration program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus 4200 Wilson Boulevard Arlington Virginia 22203 through local Better Business Bureaus BBB AUTO LINE and Mazda have been certified by the Arbitration Certification Program of the California Department of Consumer Affairs If you have a problem arising under a Mazda written warranty we encourage you to bring it to our attention If we are unable to resolve it you may file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE Claims must be filed with BBB AUTO LINE within six 6 months after the expiration of the warranty To file a claim with BBB AUTO LINE call 1 800 955 5100 There is no charge for the call In order to file a claam with BBB AUTO LINE you will have to provide your name and address the brand name and vehicle identification number VIN of your vehicle and a statement of the nature of your problem or complaint You will also be asked to provide the approximate date of your acquisition of the vehicle the vehicle s current mileage the approximate date and mileage at the time any problem s were first brought to the attention of Mazda or one of our dealers and a statement of the relief you are seeking BBB AUTO LINE staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or if you do not wish to participate in mediation claims within the p
36. If a passenger is unable to use the device pull off the right of way to a safe area before use If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle Never use a cell phone or other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving and instead concentrate on the full time job of driving 9 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 07 10 Edition Page399 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 399 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Keyless entry system Type approval of Radio Keyless Entry Country Approval Number Visteon Model 41771 535 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE 9 17 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page400 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Type approval of the Antenna Coil Transceiver Country Approval Number CDN Canada 3043104475A5 3 USA FCC ID NT8 15607PAT3XCVR 9 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 400 1 8 8 7 1 Edition Page401 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 401 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS Uniform Tire Quali
37. Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform As explained in the Introduction page 8 2 several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage For details read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle If you re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids Please dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer A WARNING Do not perform maintenance work if you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the work Have maintenance work done by a qualified technician Performing maintenance work on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures If you must run the engine while working under the hood make certain that you remove all jewelry especially rings bracelets watches and necklaces and all neckties scarves and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or cooling fan which may turn on unexpectedly
38. Pagel70 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A CAUTION The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed gt Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels gt Use tires of the same manufacturer brand and tread pattern on all four wheels gt Do not mix worn tires The DSC may not operate correctly when tire chains are used ora temporary spare tire is installed because the tire diameter changes gt If repair or replacement of the steering or other surrounding equipment is necessary have it done at an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the center position of the steering deviates the DSC may not operate correctly because there is a sensor in the steering which detects driving conditions V TCS DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition 1s switched ON If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 170 1 V DSC OFF Indicator Light DSC OFF This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON It also illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS DSC is switched off page 5 29 If the light stays on when the TCS DSC is
39. but they do reflect Unlike AM signals FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon Therefore FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception W wave AM wave ve m w ba 100 200 km 60 120 miles Atmospheric conditions can also affect FM reception High humidity will cause poor reception However cloudy days may provide better reception than clear days Multipath noise Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions it is possible to receive both the direct signal and the reflected signal at the same time This causes a slight delay in reception and may be heard as a broken sound or a distortion This problem may also be encountered when in close proximity to the transmitter Reflected wave Direct RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page233 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Flutter Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings mountains and other obstacles When a vehicle passes through such an area the reception conditions may change suddenly resulting in annoying noise Weak signal noise In suburban areas broadcast signals become weak because of distance from the transmitter Reception in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup vL LEMMA VS Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 233 1 Interior C
40. disconnect in reverse order 7 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes Then start the engine of the other vehicle 8 When finished carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described in Step 6 NOTE Verify that the engine cover is securely installed RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page327 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 327 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push Starting Do not push start your Mazda A WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts causing the two vehicles to collide The occupants could be injured A CAUTION Do not push start a vehicle that has a manual transmission It can damage the emission control system NOTE You can t start a vehicle with an automatic transmission by pushing it 7 23 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page328 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow truck service Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle Government and local laws must be followed A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels rear wheels off the ground If excessive damage or other conditions
41. during engine off operation 3 37 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel08 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks V Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked position button not depressed all power windows on each door can be operated With the lock switch in the locked position button depressed only the driver s side power window can be operated Unlocked position 44 AWARNING Unless a passenger needs to operate a power window keep the power window lock switch in the locked position Unintentional power window operation is dangerous A person s hands head or neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury Opening Closing the Power Windows from Outside Both power windows can be opened or closed from outside the vehicle after the doors are closed The power windows may be operated remotely when the power window lock switch on the driver s door is in the lock or unlocked position 3 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 108 1 A WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window Closing power windows are dangerous A person s hands head or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death This warning applies especially to children NOTE The power windows cannot be opened or closed from outside the vehicle under the following condition
42. eoe epo een 9 39 9 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page384 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 384 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance U S A Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business We are here to serve you All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps Y STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER Y STEP 2 Contact Mazda North American Operations If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management you can reach Mazda North American Operations by one of the following ways Log on at www mazdaUSA com Answers to many questions including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in the U S can be found here E mail click on Contact Us located on the Inside Mazda tab or at the bottom of the page at www mazdaUSA com By phon
43. not switched off take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction NOTE If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is replaced the DSC will be inoperable In this case the DSC OFF indicator light flashes and the TCS DSC indicator light illuminates To make the DSC operable do the following procedure with the battery connected 1 Switch the ignition ON 2 Turn the steering clockwise fully then turn it counterclockwise fully 3 Make sure the DSC OFF indicator turn off 4 Switch the ignition off then switch the ignition to ON again 5 Make sure the TCS DSC indicator light turns off If the TCS DSC indicator light and the DSC OFF indicator light remain illuminated even after switching the ignition from ON to OFF and back to ON attempt the procedure again If this still does not resolve the issue consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel71 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM WV DSC OFF Switch Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the TCS DSC The DSC OFF indicator light will illuminate Press the switch again to turn TCS DSC back on The DSC OFF indicator light will go out Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 171 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck or drive it out of freshly fallen snow the TCS part o
44. position Cooling With Air Conditioner Press the mode selector switch to the 4 position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the cold position 3 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 4 Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A C switch 5 Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page225 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM A CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic closely monitor the temperature gauge page 5 39 The air conditioner may cause engine overheating If the gauge indicates overheating turn the air conditioner off page 7 17 NOTE When maximum cooling is desired set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the lt position then set the fan control dial to position 4 Ifwarmer air is desired at floor level set the mode selector switch at the 74 position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position V Ventilation Press the mode selector switch to the position 2 Set the air intake selector to the amp position 3 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 4 Set the fan control dial to the desi
45. release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 6 Replace the valve cap 7 Repeat with each tire including the spare NOTE Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure 8 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 9 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts bulges cracks or other irregularities NOTE Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures Don t release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure Under inflation can cause serious failures and accidents Over inflation can produce a harsh ride and the greater possibility of damage from road hazards 9 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page411 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 411 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A V 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 manufacturing plant tire size and date of manufacture Inflation Pressure A measure of the amount of air in a tire kPa Kilopascal the metric unit for air pressure psi Pounds per square inch the Engli
46. switch is turned on will turn off the air conditioning cooling dehumidifying functions The air conditioning can be turned on and off by pressing the A C switch while the fan control dial is on RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page229 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 229 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE Windshield defroster switch The air conditioning operates when the A C switch is pressed even if the fan control dial is off The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 C Indicator remains on even when system is off Air intake selector Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows O O V Operation of Automatic Air ces ec Conditioning Press the AUTO switch Selection of the airflow mode air intake selector and amount of airflow will be Outside or recirculated air positions can automatically controlled be selected Press the switch to select outside recirculated air positions Recirculated air position c amp Use this position when going through tunnels driving in congested traffic high engine exhaust areas or when quick cooling is desired Outside air position S 2 Use the temperature control dial to Use this position for normal conditions select a desired temperature and defogging AWARNING Do not use the lt amp position in cold or rainy weather Using the amp position in
47. 1 Open the tool box To secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse V Spare Tire A temporary spare tire is not equipped with your Mazda If an emergency tire repair is needed repair the flat tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit page 7 5 If you require a temporary spare tire consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer When installing a temporary spare tire follow the manufacturer s instructions for the temporary spare tire 7 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 308 1 The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods A WARNING Do not install the temporary spare tire in place of the rear wheels driving wheels Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the rear driving wheels is dangerous Especially on ice or snow Handling will be affected You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Move a regular tire to the rear wheel and install the temporary spare tire to the front RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page309 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM A CAUTION When using the temporary spare tire driving stability may decrease compared to when using only the conventional tire Drive carefully To avoid damage to the temporary spare tire or to
48. 10H A Black plate 436 1 B Battery Emergency starting 7 19 Maintenance 8 21 Specifications 10 4 Beep Sounds Engine oil level warning 5 58 Engine overrev warning 5 57 Ignition key reminder 5 57 Lights on reminder 5 57 Seat belt warning 5 57 Tire inflation pressure warning 5 58 Before Starting the Engine 4 5 After getting in sess 4 5 Before getting in 4 5 Bluetooth Hands Free 6 57 Basic Bluetooth Hands Free Operation nee 6 61 Convenient Use of the Hands Free System A eon ege ten dete ass 6 65 Hands Free Telephone Setting 6 71 Mazda Bluetooth Hands Free Customer Service 6 77 Safety certification 6 76 When Bluetooth Hands Free cannot be dUsed eser b ATA 6 76 Body Lubrication 8 18 Brake Clutch iet ae 8 16 Brakes Anti lock brake system ABS 5 9 Foot brake 5 6 Pad wear indicator 5 10 Parking brake 5 7 Warning light ssss 5 8 Break In Period 4 6 Bulb 8 28 RX 8 8B
49. 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 272 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U S Department of Health and Human Services A CAUTION gt This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel If servicing is required contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer gt Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed gt Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment NOTE For CD player section This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and
50. 2011 WORKSHOP MANUAL English 9999 95 040G 11 2011 WIRING DIAGRAM English 9999 95 079C 11 U S A only 2011 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 EC 079C 11 Canada only 2011 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 PR 079C 11 Puerto Rico only 2011 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 95 MODL 11 2011 SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS 9999 95 079C 11 NAV U S A only 2011 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 9999 EC 079C 11NAV Canada only 2011 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 9999 PR 079C 11NAV Puerto Rico only 2011 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL WORKSHOP MANUAL Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train body and chassis WIRING DIAGRAM Provides electrical schematics as well as component location for the entire electrical system OWNER S MANUAL This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle This 1s not a technician s manual SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS Provides description and operation of the many systems of your Mazda 9 42 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page425 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 425 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL This booklet contains information regarding the proper operation and use of the navigation system This is not a technician s manual 9 43 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page426 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 426 1
51. 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel24 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel A WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right This can lead to loss of control or an accident V Tilt Steering Wheel To change the angle of the steering wheel stop the vehicle pull the tilt wheel release lever under the steering column down adjust the wheel then push the release lever up to lock the column Tilt wheel release lever After adjusting push the wheel up and down to be certain it s locked before driving 3 54 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 124 1 Mirrors V Outside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving Mirror type Flat type driver s side Flat surface mirror Convex type front passenger side The mirror has single curvature on its surface A WARNING Be sure to look over your shoulder before changing lanes Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in the convex mirror is dangerous You could have a serious accident What you see in the convex mirror is closer than it appears Power mirror The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON To adjust 1 Press the left or right side of the selecto
52. A single disc with up to 512 files can be played and a single folder with up to 255 files can be played When naming an MP3 file be sure to add an MP3 file extension mp3 after the file name 6 21 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page238 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System The maximum number of characters that can be used for file names is as follows However this unit will only display up to 30 characters including the file extension mp3 Maximum number of characters in a file name including a separator and the three letters of the file extension E ISO9660 level 1 12 ISO9660 level 2 31 Joliet extended 64 format Romeo extended format 128 English one byte characters capitalized only and underbar are available A CAUTION This unit can only play MP3 files that have an MP3 file extension mp3 attached Do not attach an MP3 file extension to any other type file as it could cause noise to be emitted or a malfunction in the unit About ID3 Tag display This unit can only display ID3 Tag album track and artist names that have been input using Ver 1 0 1 1 2 2 2 3 formats Any other data that may have been input cannot be displayed This unit can only display English including numerals one byte characters Use only English including numerals one byte characters when inputting ID3 tags Two byte characters and some spec
53. C 14 F or lower or about 85 C 185 F or higher If the windshield is coated with water repellent the rain sensor may not be able to sense the amount of rainfall correctly and auto wiper control may not operate properly If dirt or foreign matter Such as ice or matter containing salt water adheres to the windshield above the rain sensor or if the windshield is iced it could cause the wipers to move automatically However if the wipers cannot remove this ice dirt or foreign matter the auto wiper control will stop operation In this case set the wiper lever to the low speed position or high speed position for manual operation or remove the ice dirt or foreign matter by hand to restore the auto wiper operation Ifthe auto wiper lever is left in the AUTO position the wipers could operate automatically from the effect of strong light sources electromagnetic waves or infrared light because the rain sensor uses an optical sensor It is recommended that the auto wiper lever be switched to the OFF position other than when driving the vehicle under rainy conditions Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 209 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid Washer NOTE With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT Type A AUTO Type B position the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released
54. CAMVAP If a specific item of concern arises where a solution cannot be reached between an owner Mazda and or one of its dealers that all parties cannot agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to assist consumers in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings However before you can proceed with CAMVAP you must follow your Mazda dispute resolution process as outlined previously 9 7 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page390 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 390 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact the Provincial Administrator at 1 800 207 0685 or by contacting the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan Office at Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan 235 Yorkland Boulevard suite 300 North York Ontario M2J 4Y8 http camvap ca Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below Province Territory CAMVAP Number British Columbia amp Yukon Territories 1 800 207 0685 Alberta amp Northwest Territories 1 800 207 0685 Saskatchewan 1 800 207 0685 Manitoba 1 800 207 0685 Ontario 1 800 207 0685
55. EE EET des page 5 39 NOTE When the ignition is switched ON the dashboard gauges illuminate 5 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 179 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM p Black plate 179 1 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle Speed Unit Selector In some countries you may have to change the speed units between km h and mph Press the speed unit selector for 2 second or more The speed units for the speedometer will change between km h and mph qe UU TMy A O S Q Speed unit selector Speedometer JM NS NOTE Odometer and trip meter distance units will change between kilometers and miles in accordance with the speed unit Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Odometer Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed The selected mode will be displayed Trip meter selector Odometer Trip meter A TRIP Odometer Press the selector Trip meter B Odometer Press the selector 5 37 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel 80 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Black plate 180 1 Instrument Cluster and Indicators NOTE When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition i
56. Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H gt Spare keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system touch or come near the key grip gt Devices for electronic purchases or security passage which touch or come near the key 3 49 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page120 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA 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 The keys carry a unique electronic code For this reason and to assure your safety obtaining a replacement key requires some waiting time They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer Always keep a spare key in case one is lost If a key is lost contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Ifyou lose a key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and immobilizer system Bring all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Deale
57. If the light remains on even after you have tightened the cap securely driven and restarted the engine several times it may indicate a different problem Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell3 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM WARNING Always chech that the hood is closed and securely locked A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver s vision which could result in a serious accident Opening the Hood 1 With the vehicle parked pull the release handle to unlock the hood Release handle 2 Insert your hand into the hood opening and slide the hood latch lever to the right and lift the hood EE Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Cqp Black plate 113 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3 Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open f Support rod 7 27 7 V Closing the Hood A WARNING Do not leave items in the engine compartment After you have finished checking or doing servicing in the engine compartment do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the engine compartment Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire leading to an unexpected accident Check under the hood area to ma
58. Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning Indicator Lights Page e Low Fuel Warning Light 5 47 A Seat Belt Warning Light Beep 5 47 AT Door Ajar Warning Light 5 49 ue Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5 49 AT Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5 49 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5 50 40 KEY Warning Light Red KEY Indicator Light Green 5 52 e en Security Indicator Light 5 53 p Headlight High Beam Indicator Light 5 54 PBNDM Shift Position Indicator Light 5 54 m TCS DSC Indicator Light 5 55 DSC DSC OFF Indicator Light 5 55 OFF CRUISE Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green 5 55 0 0 Lights On Indicator Light 5 56 Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light 5 56 gt Headlight Auto Leveling Malfunction Indicator Light 5 56 5 42 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 185 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 185 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning Indicator Lights Page Turn Signal Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5 57 V Brake System Warning Light BRAKE This warning has the following functions Brake system warning Illuminates when there is a malfunction in the brake switch Parking brake warning The light illuminates when the parking br
59. Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 3 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page340 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 340 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible V When Refueling Brake and clutch fluid level page 8 16 Engine coolant level page 8 14 Engine oil level page 8 13 Washer fluid level page 8 17 V At Least Monthly Tire inflation pressures page 8 24 V At Least Twice a Year For Example Every Spring and Fall You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual Engine coolant page 8 14 Engine oil page 8 12 8 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page341 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 341 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance
60. P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam 96931 TEL 671 649 6555 WSAIPAN Pacific International Marianas Inc d b a Midway Motors P O Box 887 Saipan MP 96950 TEL 670 234 7524 Triple J Saipan Inc d b a Triple J Motors P O Box 500487 Saipan MP 96950 0487 TEL 670 234 7133 3051 AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors Inc P O Box 1120 Pago Pago American Samoa 96799 TEL 684 699 9347 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page393 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 393 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda New Vehicle Limited Warranty Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty Canada only Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty Anti perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty U S A only Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control Warranty U S A only Emission Control Warranty Canada only Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda e e 9 11 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page394 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 394 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulatio
61. The driver s door is locked NOTE Battery saver If any door is left opened the light turns off after about 30 minutes to save the battery The light turns on again when the ignition is switched ON or when any door is opened afier all doors have been closed RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page295 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 295 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment V Overhead Lights V Map Lights Front The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches Switch Position Front Overhead Lights OFF Linen Courtesy Lights Light is on when any door is open Turns on when any door is open or the DOOR Light is on or off when the illuminated entry system is on illuminated entry system is on Courtesy Light Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights OFF Light off Light is on when any door is open DOOR Lightis on or off when the illuminated entry system is on ON Light on 6 79 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page296 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 296 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display i RPT RDM AUTO M A C lt lt AUTO OUTSIDE EF Climate control display Ambient temperature disp
62. an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Replacement of the Cabin Air Filter If your vehicle is equipped with an air filter for the air conditioner it is necessary to change the filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance page 8 3 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of the cabin air filter RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page219 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 219 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents ON Side vents S M Lj 4 7j x Dd 2 Adjusting the Vents Center Vents gt A 44 Ay To adjust the direction of airflow move Directing airflow the adjustment knob Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow open the vents and rotate them left and right Se b Ss SEN zm Knob NOTE When using the air conditioner under humid ambient temperature conditions the system may blow fog from the vents This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled 6 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page220 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 220 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System V Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents 6 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8B
63. and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody If not removed they will speed up rusting and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though these parts may be coated with anti corrosive material Thoroughly flush the underbody and wheel housings with lukewarm or cold water at the end of each winter Try also to do this every month Pay special attention to these areas because they easily hide mud and dirt It will do more harm than good to wet down the road grime without removing it The lower edges of doors rocker panels and frame members have drain holes that should not be clogged Water trapped there will cause rusting A WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page379 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM 0 Black plate 379 1 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Aluminum Wheel Maintenance V Plastic Part Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels Special care is needed When cleaning the plastic lenses of the lights do not use gasol
64. and battery covers before performing battery maintenance Engine cover If the cover has been removed install it in the reverse order of removal V Battery Maintenance To get the best service from a battery Keep it securely mounted Keep the top clean and dry Keep terminals and connections clean tight and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of water and baking soda If the vehicle will not be used for an extended time disconnect the battery cables e Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 355 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of proper performance safety and better fuel economy always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution A WARNING Using Different Tire Types Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous It could cause poor handling and poor braking leading to loss of control Use all radial all bias belted or all bias type tires Using Wrong Sized Tires Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda page 10 6 is dangerous It could seriously affect ride handling ground clearance tire clearance and speedometer calibration This could cause you to have an accident Use only tires that are the correct size specified for your Mazda 8 23 R
65. attention Operating the theft deterrent system with the keyless entry system transmitter is also possible Press the buttons slowly and carefully A CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter do not Drop the transmitter gt Get the transmitter wet Disassemble the transmitter Expose the transmitter to any hind of magnetic field Expose the transmitter to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight To retract the key rotate it into the holder while pressing the release button 3 21 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page92 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2 5 m 8 fi from the center of the vehicle but this may vary due to local conditions The system does not operate when the key is in the ignition switch If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operation range becomes too small the battery may be dead To install a new battery refer to Maintenance page 3 24 Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when additional transmitters are required 3 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 92 1 V Tran
66. be closed before the front doors and the rear doors cannot be opened until the front doors are opened 3 29 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 100 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Closing the freestyle doors 1 Close the rear door first and then close the front door Front door Rear door A CAUTION Before closing a front door make sure other passengers are not operating a rear door and a rear passenger s head or hands are away from the rear door If the front door is closed while a passenger is operating the rear door handle a hand or fingers could be injured if the handle is forced back Also a rear passenger could hit their head against the door during access to the rear seat NOTE The front door cannot latch or lock while the rear door is opened 2 Make sure the freestyle doors are securely closed 3 30 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 100 1 A WARNING Make sure the rear door is closed securely before closing the front door Driving with the doors not securely closed is dangerous If the rear door is not completely closed the front door will not be securely closed This could cause the front door to open unexpectedly while driving and may result in an accident RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 101 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Trunk Lid A WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the trunk Al
67. button Seek tuning button Manual tuning dial Radio ON Press a band selector button FM AM to turn the radio on Band selection Successively pressing the band selector button FM AM switches the bands as follows 1 2 The selected mode will be indicated If FM stereo is being received ST will be displayed NOTE If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak reception automatically changes from STEREO to MONO for reduced noise and the ST indicator will go out 6 30 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Tuning The radio has the following tuning methods Manual Seek Scan Preset channel and Auto memory tuning The easiest way to tune stations is to set them on preset channels NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be erased Manual tuning Turning the manual tuning dial will change the frequency higher or lower Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button A V will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page247 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button the frequency will continue changing without stopping Scan tuning Press the scan button SCAN to automatically sample strong stations Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds To hold a station press the scan button SCAN a
68. cable and ANTENNA FAIL DLP antenna connector If the error indication continues to display consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Insert the CD properly If the error indication continues CD15 imiserted up ide down to display consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CHECK CD Insert another CD properly If the error indication CD is defective continues to display consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE Ifa broken DLP unit is replaced with a new unit cancel the license for the broken unit and make sure to carry out new registration for the replaced unit If the license for the broken unit is not canceled you will be charged a reception fee for both units DLP Down Link Processor SATELLITE RADIO Module 6 51 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page268 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation When the audio unit is turned on operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions the switches will be inoperable When the ignition is switched off When the power button on the audio unit is pressed and the audio unit is turned off When the CD being played is ejected and the audio unit is turned off Without Bluetooth Hands Free and navigation system 6 52 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 268 1 A
69. code will continue being transmitted for a maximum of 20 seconds V Reprogramming the HomeLink system To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button DO NOT release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the HomeLink button proceed with Programming step 2 V Erasing Programmed HomeLink Buttons To erase the existing programming from all three operating channels press and hold the two outside buttons gt on the auto dimming mirror until the HomeLink indicator light begins to flash after approximately 20 seconds Verify that the programming has been erased when you resell the vehicle 5 73 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page216 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 216 1 5 74 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page217 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 217 1 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort including air conditioning and audio system Climate Control System sccscsssssssssssscssssssscsssssssssssesssesoees 6 2 Operating Tips eR RARE VER ee ES 6 2 Vent Operation casui r t e eet itane 6 3 Types of the Climate Control System sss 6 5 Manual eet 6 6 Fully Automatic 6 11 Audio
70. compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured 14 Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page347 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position NOTE Changing the coolant should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year at the beginning of the winter season and before traveling where temperatures may drop below freezing Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses Replace any that are swollen or deteriorated The coolant should be at full in the radiator and between the F and L marks on the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool If it s at or near L add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to F Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 347 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance A CAUTION Radiator coolant will damage paint Rinse it off quickly if spilled Us
71. cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative will review the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction 9 6 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page389 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 389 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer s service facilities personnel and equipment We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence for most effective results Mediation Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda s Customer Satisfaction Program If after exhausting the procedures in this manual your concern is still not resolved you have another option Mazda Canada Inc participates in an arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP will advise you about how your concern may be reviewed and resolved by an independent third party through binding arbitration Your complete satisfaction 1s the goal of Mazda Canada Inc and our dealers Mazda s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal There is no charge for using results are fast fair and final as the award is binding on both you and Mazda Canada Inc V Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
72. dangerous If this indicator light does not illuminate this means that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner are ready for deployment If an accident were to deploy an air bag a child in a child restraint system sitting in the front passenger seat could be seriously injured or killed If the indicator light does not illuminate after seating a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat seat a child in a child restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible 2 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 48 1 8 8 7 1 Edition Page49 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 49 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child restraint systems in the rear seat Both anchors must be used otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger Most LATCH child restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective If they have a tether you must use it to better assure your child s safety A WARNING Follow the manufacturer s instructions for the use of the child restraint system An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or othe
73. dealership or the OWNER WSTEP 2 If after following STEP 1 you feel the need for further assistance please contact your area s Mazda representative Indicated on the next page Please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver s side corner of the dash 4 Purchase date and current mileage 5 Your dealer s name and location 6 Your question s 9 9 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page392 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer Distributors Importer Distributor U S A Mazda North American Operations 7155 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 U S A P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 U S A TEL 1 800 222 5500 in U S A 949 727 1990 outside U S A 9 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 392 1 Distributor in Each Area V CANADA Mazda Canada Inc 55 Vogell Road Richmond Hill Ontario LAB 3K5 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 in Canada 905 787 7000 outside Canada V PUERTO RICO U S Virgin Island Plaza Motors Corp Mazda de Puerto Rico P O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 TEL 787 641 9300 V GUAM Triple J Motors 157 South Marine Drive Tamuning GUAM 96911 USA
74. doors can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 21 V Locking Unlocking with Door Lock Knob To lock either front door from the inside press the door lock knob To unlock pull it outward Pl knob nlock Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Cp Black plate 97 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To lock either front door with the door lock knob from the outside press the door lock knob to the lock position and close the door Door lock knob NOTE When locking the doors this way be careful not to leave the key inside the vehicle With advanced key The driver s door cannot be locked using the door lock knob from the outside Without advanced key The driver s door cannot be locked using the door lock knob from the outside if the key is in the ignition switch Power Door Locks Vehicle lock out prevention With advanced key The vehicle lock out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle All doors will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with any door open Without advanced key The vehicle lock out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle With the key in the ignition switch all doors will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with any door open 3 27 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 1
75. equipped with Bluetooth has to be programmed to the hands free unit using the following procedure Up to seven Bluetooth equipped mobile telephones can be programmed to the vehicle NOTE A mobile telephone can be programmed only when the vehicle is parked If the vehicle starts to move the pairing procedure will end Programming is dangerous while driving pair up your device before you start driving Park the car in a safe place before programming Since the communication range of a Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone is about 10 meters 32 ft if a mobile telephone is placed within a 10 meter 32 radius of the vehicle it may be detected programmed unintentionally while another telephone is being programmed 1 Activate the Bluetooth application of the mobile telephone NOTE For the operation of the mobile telephone refer to its instruction manual 2 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 3 Say Beep Setup 6 62 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 278 1 A 4 Prompt Select one of the following Pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to the main menu 5 Say Beep Pairing options 6 Prompt Do you want to pair a phone delete a phone or list paired phones 7 Say Beep Pair a phone 8 Prompt Please say a 4 digit pairing code 9 Sa
76. for one second The display then returns to the previous valid channel Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 251 1 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE If the last channel selected has become unavailable because of a channel update the above indication is displayed until any button is pressed Preset channel programming Programming with channel number display 1 Select the desired channel to be programmed At this point the following is displayed SR bank number channel number 2 Keep pressing the channel preset button for 1 5 seconds or more The programming process is complete after the channel number flashes Then SR bank number is displayed and a beep sound is heard at the same time 3 SR bank number CH preset number channel number are displayed Programming with text display e g channel name 1 Select the desired channel to be programmed At this point the following is displayed SR bank number selected text e g channel name 2 Keep pressing the channel preset button for 1 5 seconds or more The programming process is complete after the text e g channel name flashes Then SR bank number is displayed and you will hear beep sound at the same time 6 35 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page252 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System 3 SR bank number CH preset number channel numbe
77. for the power windows carry out the following procedure using the master control switches 1 Switch the ignition ON and complete the following procedure within 5 seconds Press the power window switch 2 times firmly then pull it 2 times firmly Owner master control switches Passenger s window Driver s window 2 Switch the ignition off 3 With the ignition off and within 40 seconds switch the ignition ON and complete the following procedure within 5 seconds Press the power window switch 2 times firmly then pull 2 times firmly RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel07 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM NOTE The two step down function cannot be canceled if the procedure is not completed within the specified times or the procedure is changed along the way To redo the procedure first switch the ignition off and proceed from the beginning Ifyou are unable to cancel the function despite carrying out the cancellation procedure consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Restoring the two step down function With the two step down function in the canceled state repeat the previous procedure for canceling the function on each door switch and it will be restored NOTE If you are unable to restore the function despite doing the restore procedure consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Jam safe window If a person s hands head or an object blocks the window during the manual closing ope
78. for optimum hearing of sound which may be difficult to hear depending on exterior noise AudioPilot 2 is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation Centerpoint Bose Sound System equipped model Centerpoint offers you the experience of 5 1 channel surround sound in your vehicle even with your conventional 2 channel stereo CDs 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page245 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 245 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Centerpoint can be set on or off NOTE Centerpoint operates optimally with a 2 channel stereo CD MP3 audio files can be played however MP3 audio files encoded with high compression may result in poor sound quality Centerpoint is available for 2 channel stereo audio except for AM radio FM radio SIRIUS digital satellite radio AUX Centerpoint is a registered trademark of Bose Corporation BEEP setting The beep sound when operating the audio system can be set on or off ILLM EFT setting Illumination setting during operation The audio system illumination during operation can be set on or off 6 29 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page246 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Operating the Radio Band selector button 0 Black plate 246 1 Channel preset buttons Scan button Auto memory
79. helps reduce tread wear Out of balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear such as cupping and flat spots 8 27 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page360 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 360 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Brake lights Taillights Overhead light Rear Trunk light High mount brake light License plate light Reverse lights Rear side marker lights Rear turn signal lights Overhead light Map lights Front Vanity mirror lights Courtesy lights Side turn signal lights Headlights High beam Parking lights Front turn signal lights Fog lights t Headlights Low beam Some models 8 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page361 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM A WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary Never touch the glass portion of a halogen bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around the bulbs When a halogen bulb breaks it is dangerous These bulbs contain pressurized gas If one is broken it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by th
80. if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation 6 56 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page273 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 273 1 Bluetooth Hands Free V What is Bluetooth Hands Free Bluetooth Hands Free Outline By connecting a Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone to the hands free unit equipped on the vehicle making and receiving calls are possible using the voice recognition hands free switch located on the steering wheel and saying the voice commands A WARNING Perform phonebook registration related operations while the vehicle is parked Performing phonebook registration while driving the vehicle could be a distraction to your driving and result in an unexpected accident In addition a mistake in performing the phonebook operation could result in the loss of important data Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone A Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone communicates with the hands free unit equipped on the vehicle using radio transmission Bluetooth For example if the mobile telephone is placed in a coat pocket the phone calls can be made through your mobile service without taking out and handling the mobile telephone Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free A CAUTIO
81. in the driver s seat with the voice input command list for voice recognition learning open to the page indicated below Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system 2 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page291 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Voice training 3 Prompt This operation must be performed in a quiet environment while the vehicle is stopped See the owner s manual for the list of required training phrases Press and release the phone button when you are ready to begin Press and hold the phone button to cancel at any time 4 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 5 The voice guidance reads out the voice input command number refer to the voice input command list for voice recognition learning Ex Please read phrase 1 6 Say Beep 0123456789 Say the voice input command for voice recognition learning 1 to 8 according to the voice guidance 7 Prompt Speaker enrollment is complete returning to main menu Voice input command list for voice recognition learning When reading out the following points must be observed Read out the numbers one at a time cor
82. in cold weather to prevent it from freezing 8 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page351 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Wiper Blades ACAUTION gt Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper s ability to clean windows To prevent damage to the wiper blades don t use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object If the rain sensor is struck with a hand or other object from inside the vehicle Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury or damage the wipers When washing or servicing your Mazda make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness Common sources are insects tree sap and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes If the blades are not wiping properly clean the window and blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent then rinse thoroughly with clean water Repeat 1f necessary Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plat
83. in the following cases Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The period of effective use for the tire sealant has expired The period of effectiveness is indicated on the bottle label The tear or puncture exceeds about 4 mm 0 16 in The damage has occurred to an area of the tire other than the tread The vehicle has been driven with nearly no air remaining in the tire The tire has come off the wheel rim Damage to the wheel rim has occurred The tire has two or more punctures V Using the IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Park on a level surface off the right of way and set the parking brake 2 Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park P a manual transmission in Reverse R or 1 and turn off the engine 3 Turn on the hazard warning flasher RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page311 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 311 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4 Unload passengers and luggage and NOTE remove the emergency flat tire repair The tire sealant can be used at outside kit temperatures down to 30 C 229 In extremely cold temperatures 0 C 32 F or below the tire sealant hardens easily and injection of the sealant will be difficult Warm the sealant inside the vehicle before doing the injection work 6 Remove the cap from the bottle Screw on the injection hose with the bottle s inner cap left on to break the inner cap 5 Shake the tir
84. input as the new code SR1 1234 is displayed 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page257 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM New ID code input determination 10 Determine the new ID code which has been input by pressing the auto memory button 11 PIN CHANGED appears for three seconds which indicates that the new ID code input has been completed 12 It returns to the former display NOTE Ifan ID code is not input for ten seconds Err is displayed and it returns to the former display Channel preset buttons 1 2 3 4 and the auto memory button are used for input of the ID code Buttons 5 and 6 cannot be used Individual channel locking If a channel is locked the channel is muted NOTE If the registered ID code is forgotten return the ID code to the default 0000 See INTIALIZATION OF ID CODE section Locking a channel 1 Select a channel to be locked by turning the manual tuning dial Example Select channel 100 Registered ID code input preparation 2 Press and hold the auto memory button then press channel preset button 6 Hold both buttons together for 1 5 seconds 3 ENTER PIN appears for two seconds which indicates that it is in code input mode 4 SRI appears which indicates that it is ready for code input Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 257 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Registered ID code input 5 I
85. is dangerous Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle s performance or safety systems This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an accident Be very careful in choosing and installing add on electrical equipment such as mobile telephones two way radios stereo systems and car alarm systems Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add on equipment or choosing an improper installer is dangerous Essential systems could be damaged causing engine stalling air bag SRS activation ABS TCS DSC inactivation or a fire in the vehicle Mazda assumes no responsibility for death injury or expenses that may result from the installation of add on non genuine parts or accessories 9 15 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page398 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 398 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning AWARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your State or Province Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones computers portable radios vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties up the driver s hands Use of these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident
86. is switched ON V Belt Reminder NOTE Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate or restore the belt reminder Though the belt reminder can be deactivated doing so will defeat the purpose of the system to warn the driver and the front passenger in the event that their seat belts are not fastened For the safety of the driver and front passenger Mazda recommends not deactivating the belt reminder 2 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 36 1 Driver seated Front passenger not seated The belt reminder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON the warning light beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below Vehicle speed Condition Between 0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt x x Indicator Fastened X Unfastened Illuminated Flashing D Beep Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page37 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 37 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger t
87. manufacturer s instructions 2 40 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page53 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 53 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A 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 be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts Children should not ride in the front passenger seat Placing a child 12 years or under in the front seat is dangerous The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed Even if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates always move the front passenger seat as far back as possible A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side air bag in moderate collision to the front passenger side of the vehicle Whenever possible always secure a child 12 years and under on the rear seat with an appropriate child restraint system for the child s age and size Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though you may feel assured th
88. model ALC v BASS v TREE Vv 5 7 AUDIO CONT BAL v BEEP H v ILLM EFT OW Bos Sound System equipped model HudioPLT OH Vv OFF v BASS Vv BY V FADE wv BAL wv BEEP ON v ILLM EFT OW PUSH AUDIO CONT Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 243 1 Interior Comfort Audio System 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 H L Select mode BASS 2 bass TREB teste s Shift the Shift the F A D E sound to the sound to the front rear Shift the Shift the E H L sound to the sound to the left right BEEF off on ILLM EFT Bose Sound System equipped model Indication Turn Left Turn Right HudiaPLT on off on BASS WES 25 ous Shift the Shift the F D E sound to the sound to the front rear Shift the Shift the L sound to the sound to the left right BEEF off on ILLM EFT o 6 27 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page244 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE Depending on the type of aud
89. normal position when released Y Headlight Leveling The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights The angle of the headlights will be automatically adjusted when turning on the headlights Headlight auto leveling malfunction indicator light E P d _ This indicator light stays on for few seconds when the ignition is switched ON Thereafter the indicator light will illuminate when the headlight auto leveling system has a malfunction 5 62 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 204 1 If the indicator light illuminates contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Daytime Running Lights Canada In Canada vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation For that reason the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition is switched ON NOTE The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is applied 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page205 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Turn and Lane Change Signals Turn Signals Move the signal lever down for a left turn or up for a right turn to the stop position The signal will self cancel after the turn is completed If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn manually return the lever to its original position Right turn Right lane change Left lane change 1 Left turn Gr
90. of Seat Belt For rear seat A WARNING Do not use a front seat belt while seated in a rear seat Using a front seat belt which is stored in the rear door is dangerous as the seat belt cannot function at its full capacity during sudden braking or in a collision which could result in serious injury or death In addition using the seat belt in this manner could damage the rear seat belt buckle 2 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page31 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 31 1 V Fastening the Seat Belt 1 Grasp the seat belt tongue 2 Slowly pull out the lap shoulder belt 3 Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat belt buckle until you hear a click sound M Seat belt tongue Seat belt buckle Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems A WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous Always make sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your neck but never under your arm on your neck or on your upper arm 4 Position the lap belt as low as possible not on the abdominal area then adjust the shoulder belt so that it fits snugly against your body Keep low on hip bone A WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high i
91. of an Emergency Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating 1 Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in park P a manual transmission in neutral 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Turn off the air conditioner 5 Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from under the hood or from the engine compartment If steam is coming from the engine compartment Do not go near the front of the vehicle Stop the engine Wait until the steam dissipates then open the hood and start the engine If neither coolant nor steam is Open the hood and idle the engine until it cools CAUTION If the cooling fan does not operate while the engine is running the engine temperature will increase Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer 6 Make sure the cooling fan is operating then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreased 7 When cool check the coolant reservoir level If it s low look for coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses 7 17 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page322 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 322 1 In Case of an Emergency Overheating If you find a leak or other damage or if coolant is still leaking Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer If you find no problems the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious Carefully add coolant a
92. outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge When driving over uneven surfaces the sound may jump Do not stick paper or tape on the CD Avoid scratching the reverse side the side without a label The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction Dust finger smudges and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface thus affecting sound quality If the CD should become soiled gently wipe it with a soft cloth from the center of the CD to the edge 6 19 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page236 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Do not use record sprays antistatic agents or household spray cleaners Volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not be used Anything that can damage warp or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs Insert discs one by one If two discs are inserted at the same time the system may not operate properly The CD player In dash CD changer ejects the CD if the CD is inserted upside down Also dirty and or defective CDs may be ejected Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD player In dash CD changer Do not insert any disc with a peel off seal affixed to it This unit may not be able to play certain CD R CD RWs made using a computer or music CD recorder due to disc characteristics scratches smudges dirt etc or due to dust o
93. parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Phone book 3 Prompt Select one of the following new entry edit list names delete or erase all or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep New entry 5 Prompt Name please 6 Say Beep Ex Mary s phone Say a voice tag for the name registered 7 Prompt Adding XXXXX Ex Mary s phone Registered voice tag Is this correct 8 Say Beep Yes 9 Prompt Home Work Mobile or Pager 6 65 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page282 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 10 Say Beep Mobile Say Home Work Mobile or Pager for the desired location to be registered 11 Prompt Mobile Location to be registered Is this correct 12 Say Beep Yes 13 Prompt Number please 14 Say Beep Ex 555 1234 Say the phone number to be registered 15 Prompt
94. person at a time and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained Do not operate a vehicle with a damaged seat belt Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous An accident could damage the belt webbing of the seat belt in use A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a collision Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again 2 15 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page28 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 28 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately inspect the front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision Like the air bags the front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters will only function once and must be replaced after any collision that caused them to deploy A seat belt with an expended pretensioner or load limiter is still better than wearing no seat belt at all however if the front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters are not replaced the risk of injury in a collision will increase Make sure the seat belt is not caught or pinched in the door Wearing a seat belt that is caught or pinched in the door is dangerous The seat belt could become loose and not provide adequate protection in a sudden stop o
95. readiness This begins when the ignition is switched ON and continues while the vehicle is being driven Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time 2 55 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page68 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Self servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death Maintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance But if any of the following occurs take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The air bag system warning light flashes The air bag system warning light remains illuminated The air bag system warning light does not illu
96. repurchase or replacement of your vehicle and compensation for damages and remedies available under Mazda s written warranty or applicable law 9 The following remedies may not be sought in BBB AUTO LINE punitive or multiple damages attorneys fees or consequential damages other than as provided in California Civil Code Section 1794 a and b 10 You may reject the decision issued by a BBB AUTO LINE arbitrator If you reject the decision you will be free to pursue further legal action The arbitrator s decision and any findings will be admissible in a court action 11 If you accept the arbitrator s decision Mazda will be bound by the decision and will comply with the decision within a reasonable time not to exceed 30 days after we receive notice of your acceptance of the decision 12 Please call BBB AUTO LINE at 1 800 955 5100 for further details about the program 9 5 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page388 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 388 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance Canada Satisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda 1n top condition In our experience any questions problems or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transac
97. right of way and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page315 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM p Black plate 315 1 NOTE When checking the tire inflation pressure with the tire pressure gauge on the compressor unit make sure the compressor switch is turned off 21 Ifthe tire inflation pressure remains stable the tire repair is complete Drive the vehicle with care to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced A CAUTION Atire that has been temporarily repaired with the tire sealant cannot be reused Mazda recommends replacing the tire with a new one The wheel can be reused after any sealant adhering to it is wiped off and carefully inspected However replace the tire valve with a new one V Inspecting the IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Inspect the emergency tire repair kit at regular intervals Check the tire sealant period of effective use Check the operation of the tire compressor NOTE The tire sealant has a period of effective use Check the period of effective use indicated on the bottle label and do not use it if it has expired Have the tire sealant replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer before the period of effective use has expired Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing the Tire AWARNING Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire and never get under a vehicle that is sup
98. similar product on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers Change the audio source to AUX mode page 6 54 Seek Switch When listening to the radio or SIRIUS digital satellite radio Press the seek switch up or down The radio switches to the next previous stored station in the order that it was stored 1 6 Press and hold the seek switch in the up or down position to seek all usable stations at a higher or lower frequency whether programmed or not 6 53 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page270 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System When playing a CD Press up the seek switch to skip to the next track Press down the seek switch to repeat the current track Press and hold the seek switch in the up or down position to continuously switch the tracks up or down Y Mute Switch Press the mute switch X once to mute audio press it again to resume audio output 6 54 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 270 1 AUX Mode Auxiliary input You can connect portable audio units such as an MP3 player or similar products on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers A WARNING Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product while driv
99. similar materials will usually also take off the wax Rewax these areas even if the rest of the vehicle does not need it 8 45 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page378 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care V Repairing Damage to the Finish Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs A CAUTION If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced make sure the body shop applies anti corrosion materials to all parts both repaired and new This will prevent them from rusting V Bright Metal Maintenance Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects Never do this with a knife or similar tool To prevent corrosion on bright metal surfaces apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster During cold weather or in coastal areas cover bright metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound CAUTION Don t use steel wool abrasive cleaners or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome plated or anodized aluminum parts This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration 8 46 p Black plate 378 1 V Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice
100. size and load index rating may be different from the example T Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA 15 115 is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 9 25 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page408 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 408 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A 10 70 is the aspect ratio This two digit number indicates the tire s ratio of height to width D D is the tire construction symbol D indicates diagonal ply construction 16 16 is the wheel rim diameter in inches 90 90 is the Load Index This two or three digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support M is the speed rating The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated Letter Rating Speed Rating M 81 mph 9 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page409 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 409 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Location of the Tire Label Placard You will find the tire label containing
101. speed Track search Press the track up button A once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button V once to skip back to the beginning of the current track Disc search During music CD playback To change the disc press the DISC button or V during playback During MP3 CD playback To change the disc press the DISC button or V for 1 5 seconds or more during playback Folder search during MP3 CD playback To change to the previous folder press the folder down button V for less than 1 5 seconds or press the folder up button A for less than 1 5 seconds to advance to the next folder Music scan During music CD playback This function scans the titles on a CD and plays 10 seconds of each song to aid you in finding a song you want to listen to During MP3 CD playback This function scans the titles in a folder currently being played and plays 10 seconds of each song to aid you in finding a song you want to listen to 6 48 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 264 1 Press the scan button SCAN during playback to start the scan play operation the track number will flash Press the scan button SCAN again to cancel scan playback NOTE If the unit is left in scan normal playback will resume where scan was selected Repeat playback During music CD playback 1 Press the repeat button RPT during playback to play the current tr
102. steering wheel rim when using fingers or thumbs on the steering shift switches Putting your hands inside the rim of the steering wheel when using the steering shift switches is dangerous If the driver s air bag were to deploy in a collision your hands could be impacted causing injury RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 161 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM NOTE When driving at high speeds the gear may not shift down depending on vehicle speed During deceleration the gear may automatically shift down depending on vehicle speed When depressing the accelerator fully the transmission will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed Second gear fixed mode When the shift lever is tapped back while the vehicle is stopped the transmission is set in the second gear fixed mode The gear is fixed in second while in this mode for easier starting and driving on slippery roads If the shift lever is tapped back or forward while in the second gear fixed mode the mode will be canceled Shifting specification Shifting up If the vehicle speed is lower than the speed specified for each gear the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear Gear Vehicle speed Between 0 and 18 km h 0 and 11 mph depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed Between 20 and 33 km h 13 and 21 mph depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed Between 30 and 33 km h 19
103. support Tire manufacturers also must indicate the tire materials which include steel nylon polyester and other Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions 9 23 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H s RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page406 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 406 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tread Wear Traction and Temperature Grades Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoo
104. sure it s properly inflated and stored NOTE The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not been used The temporary spare tire 1s easier to handle because of its construction which is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire This tire should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance Use the temporary spare tire only until the conventional tire is repaired which should be as soon as possible Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm or bar 60 psi RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page359 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM A CAUTION Do not use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5 000 km 3 000 miles The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions The temporary spare tire is for limited use however if the tread wear solid band indicator appears replace the tire with the same type of temporary spare page 8 25 NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire The period i
105. system samples for a little while before indicating a problem As a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid tire deflation or blow out NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 5 31 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel74 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON Thereafter the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires and flashes when there is a system malfunction 5 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 174 1 A WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds or perform sudden maneuvering or braking Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident To dete
106. the battery from components essential to the running down avoid using the supplemental restraint system Such power adjustment when the modifications could damage the engine is stopped The adjuster supplemental restraint system and uses a large amount of electrical result in serious injury Consult an power Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is gt Do not use the switch to make any need to remove or reinstall the more than one adjustment at a front seats time gt Be careful not to place your hands and fingers around moving parts of the front seat when adjusting the seat positions to prevent Do not drive with damaged front seats Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous A collision even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags could damage the front seats which contain essential air ba components If there ds a V Seat Slide subsequent collision an air bag may To slide the seat move the slide lifter not deploy which could lead to switch on the outside of the seat to the injuries Always have an Authorized front or back and hold it Release the Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats switch at the desired position front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision Adjust the drivers seat only when the vehicle is stopped Adjusting the driver s seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident 2 7 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10
107. the cruise control system is activated Cruise Set Indicator Light Green The indicator light illuminates green when a cruising speed has been set Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 165 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Activation Deactivation To activate the system press the ON OFF switch The cruise main indicator light illuminates To deactivate the system press the switch again The cruise main indicator light turns off ON OFF E c WARNING Keep the ON OFF switch off when cruise control is not in use Leaving the ON OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as you may hit one of the other buttons and put the vehicle in cruise control unexpectedly This could result in loss of vehicle control To Set Speed 1 Activate the cruise control system by pressing the ON OFF switch 2 Accelerate to the desired speed which must be more than 30 km h 19 mph 5 23 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 166 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3 Press down the cruise control SET switch and release it at the desired speed Release the accelerator simultaneously RES Cruise control SET switch Do not continue to hold the switch Until you release it the speed will continue to decrease unless you continue to accelerate and you will miss the desired speed NOTE Ona st
108. the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries and therefore the better the sound quality Packet writing A general term for the method similar to that used for floppy discs or hard drives of recording the required file in a single increment on a CD R and similar ID3 Tag ID3 tag is a method for storing information related to the music in an MP3 file Information such as track artist and album name can be stored This content can be freely edited using ID3 editing function software VBR Abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate While CBR Constant Bit Rate is generally used VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for compression with preference given to sound quality 6 23 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page240 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM MEMO 6 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 240 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page241 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 241 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Audio information is displayed on the information display There are two types of In dash CD changers Check which In dash CD changer your vehicle is equipped with CD Player In Dash CD Changer non MP3 compatible Power Volume Sound Controls
109. the temperature in the tire warms up increasing the tire pressure 9 27 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page410 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 410 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A A WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner s manual Driving your vehicle with under inflated tires is dangerous Under inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in severe cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It results in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of contro and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat It is impossible to determine whether or not tires are properly inflated just by looking at them Checking Tire Pressure 1 When you check the air pressure make sure the tires are cold meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile Remove the cap from the valve on one tire Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve Add air to achieve recommended air pressure A W N If you overfill the tire
110. the vehicle observe the following precautions gt Do not exceed 80 km h 50 mph Avoid driving over obstacles Also do not drive through an automatic car wash This tire s diameter is smaller than a conventional tire s so the ground clearance is reduced about 25 mm 1 in Do not use a tire chain on this tire because it won t fit properly Do not use your temporary spare tire on any other vehicle it has been designed only for your Mazda Useonly one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time With limited slip differential When using the temporary spare tire on the rear axle replace it with a standard tire as soon as possible The size difference between the spare and the standard tire will cause the limited slip differential to malfunction NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used page 5 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 309 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Instant Mobility System IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit included with your Mazda is for a temporary repair of a slightly damaged flat tire resulting from running over nails or similar sharp objects on the road surface NOTE Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire In the eve
111. the voice tag can be combined Ex In Step 2 say Call John s phone then Steps 3 and 4 can be skipped V Redialing Function Redialing the number of the person previously dialed using the phone is possible Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Redial 2 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page283 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM 3 Prompt Dialing V Emergency Calls A call can be made to the emergency phone number 911 using the voice input command 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Emergency 3 Prompt Calling 911 is this correct 4 Say Beep Yes 5 Prompt Dialing V Refusing an Incoming Call For incoming call refusal refer to Receiving an incoming call page 6 64 Mute The microphone can be muted during a call 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short pre
112. there is no remaining moisture before retracting them Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Maintenance and Care Appearance Care A WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged seat belts immediately Using damaged seat belts is dangerous In a collision damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily greasy or waxy film clean them with glass cleaner Follow the directions on the container A CAUTION Do not scrape or scratch the inside of the window glass It could damage the thermal filaments and the antenna lines When washing the inside of the window glass use a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water gently wiping the thermal filaments and the antenna lines Use of glass cleaning products could damage the thermal filaments and the antenna lines 8 49 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page382 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 382 1 8 50 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page383 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 383 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add on equipment Customer Assistance 9 2 Reporting Safety Defects 9 40 Customer Assistance U S A 9 2 Reporting Safety Defects U S A 9 40 Customer Assistanc
113. tire temperatures are also lower When the tire temperature decreases the air pressure decreases as well The TPMS warning light may illuminate more frequently Visually inspect the tires daily before driving and check tire pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge When checking tire pressures use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires regularly 5 30 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel73 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 173 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A CAUTION Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a sign
114. turned off page 10 8 The setting can be changed so that the doors are locked automatically without pressing the request switch page 10 8 Auto lock function A beep sound is heard when all doors are closed while the advanced key is being carried All doors are locked automatically after about 3 seconds when the advanced key is out of the operational range Also the hazard warning lights flash once Even if the driver is in the operational range all doors are locked automatically after about 30 seconds If you are out of the operational range before the doors are completely closed the auto lock function will not work Always make sure that all doors are closed and locked before leaving the vehicle Auto re lock function After unlocking all doors by pressing the request switch all doors will automatically lock and the hazard warning light will flash if any of the following operations are not performed within about 30 seconds A door is opened The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch The start knob is pushed Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Opening the Trunk Lid with Request Switch The trunk lid can be opened by pressing the request switch on the under side of the trunk lid above the license plate while the advanced key is being carried Request switch NOTE If the advanced key is left in the trunk the trunk lid will close however the trunk lid can be opened using the reques
115. unexpectedly D Drive D is the normal driving position From a stop the transmission will automatically shift through a 6 gear sequence Temporary use of the direct mode is possible Refer to Direct Mode on page 5 20 M Manual M is the manual shift mode position Gears can be shifted up or down by operating the shift lever or steering shift switches Refer to Manual Shift Mode page 5 16 5 15 5 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 158 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Active Adaptive Shift AAS Active Adaptive Shift AAS automatically controls the transmission shift points to best suit the road conditions and driver input This optimizes engine performance and improves driving comfort When cornering the vehicle AAS mode will hold the transmission in the gear the vehicle was in before entering the curve allowing the vehicle to be accelerated from the same gear after exiting the curve If the driver accelerates rapidly or accelerates and decelerates rapidly by operating the accelerator and brake pedal for a certain period of time while the selector lever is in the D position AAS mode could activate When this occurs AAS mode will maintain the transmission in the optimum gear and the driver may sense that the transmission is not shifting however this does not indicate an abnormality V Shift Lock System The shift lock system prevents shifting out of P
116. use the lt amp position in cold or rainy weather Using the lt amp position in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident 6 7 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page224 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Windshield defroster switch Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows Heating 1 Press the mode selector switch to the i position Set the temperature control dial to the hot position Set the fan control dial to the desired speed If dehumidified heating is desired turn on the air conditioner 6 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 224 1 NOTE If the windshield fogs up easily set the mode selector switch to the 92 position If cooler air is desired at face level set the mode selector switch at the 4 position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position nthe or W position the air conditioner is automatically turned on however the indicator light does not illuminate and the 3 position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield In the 9 or GW position the lt gt position cannot be changed to the
117. use the driver s side metal stiffeners on the passenger s side or vice versa gt Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in the new blade rubber so that the curve is the same as it was in the old blade rubber 4 Carefully insert the new blade rubber Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal V e NOTE Install the blade so that the tabs are toward the bottom of the wiper arm RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page353 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 353 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance AWARNING Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling Always wear eye protection when working near the battery Working without eye protection is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes Also hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in eyes or on the skin or clothing
118. which could cause rust and water damage to your headliner V Tilt Operation The rear of the moonroof can be tilted open to provide more ventilation To fully tilt automatically momentarily press the rear of the tilt switch To stop tilting partway press any part of the tilt or slide switch To close to the desired position press the front of the tilt or slide switch Close V Slide Operation To fully open automatically momentarily press the rear of the slide switch To stop sliding partway press any part of the tilt or slide switch 8 8 7 1 Edition Pagell5 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM To close to the desired position press the front of the tilt or slide switch Power Moonroof Re set Procedure If the battery is disconnected the moonroof may not operate correctly The moonroof will not operate correctly until it 1s re set Carry out the following procedure to re set the moonroof and resume operation 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ON position 2 Press and hold the front of the SLIDE switch with the moonroof closed completely The moonroof lowers slightly and returns to its original position when the re setting is finished NOTE Re set cannot be performed with the moonroof open Close the moonroof completely before re setting Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 115 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WV Sunshade The sunshade can be
119. with the engine off or idling Noise may occur depending on the product connected to the auxiliary jack With regard to connecting a portable audio or similar device to a power source use the battery for the device not the accessory socket Insert the plug to the auxiliary jack securely Insert or remove the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole Insert or remove the plug by holding its base Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 271 1 Interior Comfort Audio System To listen to a portable audio unit 1 Switch the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Insert the connection plug into the auxiliary jack 3 Press the power volume dial to turn the audio system on 4 Press the source change button MEDIA of the audio unit or the mode switch MODE of the audio control switches on the steering wheel to change to the AUX mode Audio Unit Audio Control Switches NOTE Set the volume of the portable audio unit to the maximum within the range that the sound does not become distorted then adjust the volume using the power volume dial of the audio unit or the volume switch ofthe audio control switch Audio adjustments other than audio volume can only be done using the portable audio device Ifthe connection plug is pulled out from the auxiliary jack while in AUX mode noise may occur 6 55 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page272 Wednesday July 14
120. 000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 Maintenance Interval CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections Brake and clutch fluid level Brake fluid I I R BI Disc brakes I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 8 000 km 5 000 miles Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I I I I I I Flat tire repair kit Inspect annually Steering operation and linkages Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel bearing axial play Manual transmission oil R Rear differential oil R Driveshaft dust boots I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72 000 km 45 000 miles or 5 years All locks and hinges ELILE L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter Replace every 40 000 km 25 000 miles or 2 years Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust fill up or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However
121. 010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE If turning the key is difficult jiggle the steering wheel from side to side Leaving the key or start knob in any position but the OF F LOCK position also disables some of the security features and may run the battery down ACC Accessory In this position some electrical accessories will operate ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started Some indicator lights warning lights should be inspected before the engine is started page 5 41 NOTE When the ignition is switched ON the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard This does not indicate an abnormality START The engine is started in this position It will crank until you release the key It then returns to the ON position V Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition is switched off or the ignition is switched to ACC with the key inserted a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened 5 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 146 1 Starting the Engine NOTE Engine starting is controlled by the spark ignition system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise 1 Occupants should fasten their seat belts 2 Make sure the parking brake is on 3 Depress the brake pedal 4 Manu
122. 0H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page336 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance p Black plate 336 1 V Schedule 1 Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 x1000 miles 7 5 15 22 5 30 375 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 belts I I COOLING SYSTEM FL22 type Replace at first 192 000 km 120 000 miles or 10 years after that every 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 5 years Others Replace at first 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 4 years after that every 2 years FUEL SYSTEM Air filter Fuel lines and hoses Hoses and tubes for emission 2 I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs R CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I Disc brakes I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 12 000 km 7 500 miles Flat tire repair kit Inspect annually Steering operation and linkages I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel 1 1 bearing axial play Manual transmission oil R Rear differential oil R Driveshaft dust boots I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72 000 km 45 000 miles or 5 years All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L 8 4 F
123. 0H Edition Page98 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking unlocking with key All doors lock automatically when the driver s door is locked with the key All doors unlock when the driver s door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position in the driver s door lock for about a second unlocks all doors To unlock only the driver s door insert the key into the driver s door lock and turn the key briefly to the unlock position and then immediately return it to the center position Locking unlocking with door lock switch All doors lock automatically when LOCK is pressed They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door lock switch is pressed 3 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 98 1 Driver s door Locking unlocking with request switch with advanced key All doors can be locked unlocked by operating the request switch on the front doors while carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions page 3 7 Locking unlocking with transmitter with advanced key All doors can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 13 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page99 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Locking unlocking with transmitter with retractable
124. 1 52 AM Black plate 324 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump Starting Jump starting is dangerous if done incorrectly So follow the procedure carefully If you feel unsure about jump starting we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work A WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting it ems Always wear eye protection when worhing near the battery Worhing without eye protection is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes Also hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in eyes skin or clothing If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention e Always keep batteries out of the reach of children Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the shin 9 Do not allow the positive terminal to contact any other metal object that could cause sparks Flames and spar
125. 10H Edition 192 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Black plate 192 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds A CAUTION If the automatic transmission warning light illuminates the transmission has an electrical problem Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transmission Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition 1s switched ON Thereafter the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires and flashes when there is a system malfunction 5 50 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds or perform sudden maneuvering or braking Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident To determine if you have a slow leak ora flat pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a
126. 116 1 A CAUTION Do not allow the following when starting the engine with the auxiliary key due to an advanced key dead battery or other malfunction Otherwise the signal from the auxiliary key will not be received correctly and the engine may not start gt Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the auxiliary key grip gt Spare auxiliary keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system touch or come near the auxiliary key Devices for electronic purchases or security passage which touch or come near the auxiliary key RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell7 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM NOTE e 0 5 4 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA 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 The advanced keys including auxiliary key carry a unique electronic code For this reason and to assure your safety obtaining a replacement advanced key including auxiliary key requires some waiting time
127. 2 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H gt Black plate 34 1 Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough even when fully extended a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat Even if it plugs into other seat belts it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash When ordering an extender only order one that provides the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information A WARNING Do not use a seat belt extender unless it is necessary Using a seat belt extender when not necessary is dangerous The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly In an accident the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured Only use the extender when it is required to fasten the seat belt properly RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page35 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM 0 Black plate 35 1 Do not use an improper extender Using a seat belt extender that is for another person or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous The seat belt will not provide adequate protection and the user could be seriously injured in an accident Only use the extender provided for you and for the particular vehicle and seat NEVER use the extender in a different vehicle or seat If y
128. 2 digit Electronic Serial Number ESN for the SIRIUS tuner is displayed SR bank number first eight digits of SIRIUS ID ESN are displayed The four digits following the first eight digits are displayed by turning the display feed dial clockwise While the last four digits of the 12 digit SIRIUS ID ESN are displayed turning the display feed dial displays the first eight digits of SIRIUS ID ESN Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 255 1 Interior Comfort Audio System If the SIRIUS ID ESN for the tuner does not display If ESN FAIL is displayed after pressing the ESN button for 1 5 seconds or longer contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Initialization of ID code If the registered ID code is forgotten return the ID code to the default 0000 by performing the following steps Setting condition SAT mode Master code input preparation 1 Press and hold the auto memory button then press channel preset button 4 Hold both buttons together for 1 5 seconds 2 ENTER PIN appears for two seconds which indicates that it is in code input mode 3 SRI appears which indicates that it is ready for code input Master code input 4 Input the master code using the channel preset buttons 1 4 The master code is already set at the time of factory shipment Master code input determination 5 Determine the master code which has been input by pressing the auto m
129. 2010 11 50 AM A CAUTION gt Do not drive with your foot held on the clutch pedal or brake pedal or hold the clutch pedal depressed halfway unnecessarily Doing so could result in the following gt The clutch and brake parts will wear out more quickly The brakes can overheat and adversely affect brake performance Always depress the brake pedal with the right foot Applying the brakes with the unaccustomed left foot could slow your reaction time to an emergency situation resulting in insufficient braking operation gt Wear shoes appropriate for driving in order to avoid your shoe contacting the brake pedal when depressing the accelerator pedal Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 149 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V Parking Brake WARNING Before leaving the driver s seat always switch the ignition to OFF LOCK set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission It is important to switch the ignition to OFF LOCK even if you are not removing the key from the ignition or leaving the vehicle Leaving the key in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down Leaving the driver s seat without switching the ignition to OFF LOCK setting the parking brake and shifting the shift lever to P with an automatic transmission or to 1 or R with a manual tra
130. 3 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application Environmental hazards however can harm the paint s protective properties if proper care is not taken Here are some examples of possible damage with tips on how to prevent them V Etching Caused by Acid Rain or Industrial Fallout Occurrence Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with rain or dew to form acids These acids can settle on a vehicle s finish As the water evaporates the acid becomes concentrated and can damage the finish And the longer the acid remains on the surface the greater the chance is for damage Prevention It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section These steps should be taken immediately after you suspect that acid rain has settled on your vehicle s finish 8 42 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 374 1 Damage Caused by Bird Dropping Insects or Tree Sap Occurrence Bird droppings contain acids If these aren t removed they can eat away the clear and color base coat of the vehicle s paintwork When insects stick to the paint surface and decompose corrosive compounds form These can erode the clear and color base coat of the vehicle s pai
131. 3 AM Black plate 430 1 Specifications Specifications V Engine Item Model Type Rotary engine Displacement 654 ml x 2 654 cc x 2 40 0 cu in x 2 Compression ratio 10 0 V Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12 55 5 Trailing side N3Y118 110A N3HI 18 Spark plug number I Leading side N3Y8 18 110A N3Y9 18 110A N3H5 18 110A Spark plug gap 1 15 1 25 mm 0 046 0 049 in ex factory CAUTION When cleaning the iridium plugs do not use a wire brush The fine particulate coating on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged Lubricant Quality Lubricant Classification Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8 12 Manual transmission oil API Service GL 4 SAE 75W 90 Automatic transmission fluid Mazda Genuine JWS3309 API Service GL 5 SAE 90 Rear differential oil API Service GL 5 SAE 80W 90 API Service GL 5 SAE 75W 90 Brake Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT 3 1 Not available from Mazda 10 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page431 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM V Capacities Approximate Quantities Black plate 431 1 Specifications Item Capacity With oil filter replacement 4 4 L 4 6 US qt 3 9 Imp qt Engine oil Without oil filter replacement 4 2 L 4 4 US qt 3 7 Imp qt Manual tr
132. 5 km h 9 mph below the preset speed such as may happen when climbing a long steep grade 5 26 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 168 1 Traction Control System TCS The Traction Control System TCS enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction This means that on a slick surface the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels limiting wheel spin and loss of traction AWARNING Do not rely on the traction control system as a substitute for safe driving The traction control system TCS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads are covered with ice and or snow Driving without proper traction devices on snow and or ice covered roads is dangerous The traction control system TCS alone cannot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident NOTE To turn off the TCS press the DSC OFF switch page 5 29 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 169 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM V TCS DSC In
133. 6 If the light flashes and then illuminates If the light illuminates while driving 1 Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Turn off the engine and inspect the engine oil level page 8 13 If it s low add oil 3 Check the light If the engine oil level warning light is illuminated and you are unable to immediately add engine oil do not drive at high speed keep the engine speed low and get to a location where oil can be added as soon as possible We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the light remains illuminated even after you add oil have your vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION Don t run the engine if the oil level is low It could result in extensive engine damage 5 45 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 188 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda C Black plate 188 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE The Mazda RX 8 requires regular checking of the engine oil level The compact high performance RENESIS rotary engine in your vehicle consumes a small amount of engine oil due to its structural design An oil pump optimizes the amount of oil injected to lubricate the rotor seals in the combustion cycle Although your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil level warning light it is best to keep the engine oil level in the range between full and low by checking the oil dipstick regularly Mazda recommends chec
134. 62 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower the gears shift down automatically Gear Vehicle speed M6 gt 5 210 km h 130 mph M6 gt M4 175 km h 108 mph M5 M4 175 km h 108 mph Recommendations for shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration and cruising we recommend these shift points Gear Vehicle speed MI to M2 19 km h 12 mph M2 to M3 35 km h 22 mph M3 to M4 47 km h 29 mph MA to M5 58 km h 36 mph M5 to M6 78 km h 49 mph For cruising Gear Vehicle speed MI to M2 5 km h 3 mph M2 to M3 30 km h 19 mph M3 to M4 40 km h 25 mph M4 to M5 50 km h 31 mph M5 to M6 67 km h 42 mph Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade downshift before the engine starts to overwork This gives better acceleration when you need more speed On a steep downgrade downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life 5 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 162 1 Direct Mode Direct mode can be used for temporarily switching gears by operating the steering shift switch while the vehicle is being driven with the selector lever in the D range While in direct mode the D and M indicator lights illuminate and the gear position in use is illuminated Direct mode is ca
135. Atlantic Canada 1 800 207 0685 Quebec 1 800 207 0685 V Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC WESTERN REGION ALBERTA 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA SUITE 2000 MANITOBA RICHMOND B C SASKATCHEWAN V6X YUKON 604 303 5670 MAZDA CANADA INC CENTRAL ATLANTIC REGION 55 VOGELL ROAD RICHMOND HILL ONTARIO ONTARIO L4B 3K5 905 787 7000 MAZDA CANADA INC QUEBEC REGION QUEBEC 6111 ROUTE TRANS NEW BRUNSWICK CANADIENNE NOVA SCOTIA POINTE CLAIRE QUEBEC PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND H9R 5A5 NEWFOUNDLAND 514 694 6390 9 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page391 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 391 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance Puerto Rico Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps VSTEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the
136. Auto Leveling Malfunction Indicator Light i e y This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON Thereafter the indicator light will illuminate when the headlight auto leveling system has a malfunction If the indicator light illuminates contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page199 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM C p Black plate 199 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Turn Signal Hazard Warning Indicator Lights When operating the turn signal lights the left or right turn signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn signal light is operating page 5 63 When operating the hazard warning lights both turn signal indicator lights flash page 5 70 NOTE If an indicator light remains illuminated does not flash or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Beep Sounds Seat Belt Warning Beep If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds If the driver or the front passenger s seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km h 12 mph a beep sound will be heard again for a specified period of time Refer to Seat Belt Warning Light Beep on page 5 47 V Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition is switched of
137. Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated simultaneously is dangerous When both lights are illuminated the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 187 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM CHp Black plate 187 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Charging System Warning Light E This warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON and turns off when the engine is started If the warning light illuminates while driving it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly V Engine Oil Level Warning Light SE AAA LOW This warning light indicates a low engine oil level while the engine is running by briefly flashing the light and then fully illuminating it If there is a problem with the system the light flashes continuously Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE When the engine oil level is low the warning beep is also heard while the engine oil level warning light is flashing Refer to Engine Oil Level Warning Beep on page 5 5
138. Essential Safety Equipment Seats To change the seatback angle press the front or rear side of the reclining switch Release the switch at the desired position 4 TA a 202 17 P Seat Position Memory One touch seat position programming and Y Height Adjustment a activation function are available on the driver s seat To adjust the seat height move the switch up or down A CAUTION When activating the seat position do not place your hands or fingers around the seat bottom The seat moves to the desired position automatically and if your hands or fingers are placed around the seat bottom it could cause injury SET button Programming of the driver s seat positions is possible using the following function Programming buttons 1 2 or 3 and the SET button 2 9 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page22 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Programmed seat positions can be activated using the following function Programming buttons 1 2 or 3 Operation using the seat side buttons Programming Park the vehicle in a safe location before performing the seat position programming Vehicle must be stopped 1 Adjust the seat to the desired position For each seat position adjustment method refer to the following pages Seat Slide page 2 7 Seat Recline page 2 8 Height Adjustment page 2 9 2 While holding the SET
139. H _ RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page20 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE The seat can be slid rearward by continuously pressing the switch In addition the seatback also lowers rearward Refer to Folding the Seat on page 2 10 2 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 20 1 Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with either front seat reclined Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do not get the full protection from seat belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries For maximum protection sit well back and upright Always sit in the front passenger seat properly with the seatback upright and feet on the floor Your front passenger seat has weight sensors sitting in the front passenger seat improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far while the vehicle is moving is dangerous as it can take off weight from the seat bottom and affect the weight determination of the front passenger sensing system As a result the front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag and seat belt pretensioner which could result in serious injury Always sit upright against the seatback with your feet on the floor 8 8 7 1 Edition Page21 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 21 1
140. If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention 69 Always keep batteries out of the reach of children Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin Y Keep flames and sparks away from open battery cells and do not allow metal tools to contact the positive or negative terminal of the battery when working near a battery Do not allow the positive terminal to contact the vehicle body Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells 8 21 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page354 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 354 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries 8 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page355 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM NOTE Remove the engine
141. If you have a problem with the keyless entry system consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer If your transmitter is lost or stolen bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative A CAUTION Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 3 25 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page96 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks AWARNING Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible person with them Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous In hot weather temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death Do not leave the key in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed Keep all doors locked when driving Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle are dangerous Passengers can fall out if a door is accidentally opened and can more easily be thrown out in an accident Always close all the windows and the moonroof lock the doors and take the key with you when leaving y
142. M to recall stations from the auto stored stations One stored station will be selected each time its frequency and channel number will be displayed NOTE If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations A will be displayed 6 31 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page248 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 248 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Operating the Satellite Radio Channel preset buttons Satellite button Instant replay button Auto memory button Scan button Seek tuning button Category button H CLOCK 00 Manual tuning dial Electronic serial number button Display feed dial Information display All operations of the satellite radio are displayed on the Information display DISCIN CAT ST RPT RDM AUTO M 07 FE p in we Channel number Channel name Category name Artist name Song title ID code Preset channel number Bank number Error signs 6 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page249 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protect
143. N A WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous If sprayed on the windshield it will dirty the windshield affect your visibility and could result in an accident Only use windshield washer fluid mixed with anti freeze protection in freezing weather conditions Using windshield washer fluid without anti freeze protection in freezing weather conditions is dangerous as it could freeze on the windshield and block your vision which could cause an accident In addition make sure the windshield is sufficiently warmed using the defroster before spraying the washer fluid 5 64 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 206 1 NOTE Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades the wiper motor is protected from motor breakdown overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades but only for about 5 minutes If this happens turn off the wiper switch and park off the right of way and remove the snow and ice After 5 minutes turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally If they do not resume functioning consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way Wait until the weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative V Windshield Wipers Turn the wipers on by p
144. N The types of mobile phones which can be connected to the hands free unit are limited Therefore before purchasing or changing your mobile phone model consult Mazda Bluetooth Hands Free Customer Service or visit www MazdaUSA com bluetooth for a complete list of compatible phones Mobile phones which can be connected to the hands free system need to be compliant with Bluetooth specifications and the appropriate profile However even among these Bluetooth phones are some which will not connect with your Mazda or will have limited function Therefore consult Mazda Bluetooth Hands Free Customer Service for information regarding mobile phone compatibility Phone 800 430 0153 Web www MazdaUSA com bluetooth Applicable Bluetooth specification Ver 1 1 or higher Response profile HFP Hands Free Profile Ver 1 0 DUN Dial up Networking Profile Ver 1 1 Bluetooth Bluetooth is the registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG Inc Some models 6 57 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page274 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free NOTE The Bluetooth Hands Free system is operable several seconds after the ignition is switched to ACC or ON requires less than 15 seconds If the ignition is switched off during a hands free call the line is transferred to the mobile telephone automatically Ifthe mobile telephone is in a location where radio reception is difficult such as a m
145. NOTE Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard deactivate or restore the belt reminder Though the belt reminder can be deactivated doing so will defeat the purpose of the system to warn the driver and the front passenger in the event that their seat belts are not fastened For the safety of the driver and front passenger Mazda recommends not deactivating the belt reminder 5 48 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Vehicle speed st Between 0 20 20 km h ti Condition km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt O x x Indicator 4 Fastened X Unfastened Illuminated 3K Flashing 4 Beep Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed 8 8 7 1 Edition 191 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM CHp Black plate 191 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Driver seated Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below Vehicle speed Condition Between 0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt Driver OJO X XIOO XX Seat belt Pass
146. OTHER FEDERAL TIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS V Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A UTQGS MARK example TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA TEMPERATURE A 9 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page403 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 403 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall V Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the sample below 1 TIN U S DOT tire identification number 2 Passenger car tire 3 Nominal width of tire in millimeters 4 Ratio of height to width aspect ratio 5 Radial 6 Run flat tire 7 Rim diameter code 8 Load index amp speed symbol 9 Severe snow conditions 10 Tire ply composition and materials used 9 21 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page404 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 404 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A 11 Max load r
147. Pull it back to reduce glare of headlights from cars at the rear Day Night lever SSS et VJ uL Night Auto dimming mirror The auto dimming mirror automatically reduces glare of headlights from cars at the rear when the ignition is switched ON 3 56 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 126 1 Press the OFF button O to cancel the automatic dimming function The indicator light will turn off To reactivate the automatic dimming function press the ON button The indicator light will illuminate OFF button Indicator light ON button RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 127 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 127 1 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor Otherwise light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally Light sensor Light sensor g For information regarding the 3 buttons A 3 gt A on the auto dimming mirror refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System page 5 70 3 57 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 128 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 128 1 3 58 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page129 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 129 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda Fuel and Engin
148. Q7 EA 10H Edition Page221 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 221 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately Check your vehicle s climate control type and read the appropriate pages Manual p ut itte page 6 6 Fully Automatic Type esses eene ener nennen nene nennen nennen page 6 11 6 5 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page222 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 222 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch A C switch L Fan control dial Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector switch V Control Switches NOTE Temperature control dial This dial controls temperature Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold 6 6 U S A Canada When the mode is set to 74 or 4 with the fan control dial in a position other than 0 and the temperature control dial in the maximum cold position the air intake selector switches to the recirculated air mode and the A C turns on automatically If A C is not desired press the A C switch to turn it off Fan control dial Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page223 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM This dial al
149. Q7 EA 10H Edition Page437 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM C Capacities sys eben 10 5 Carbon Monoxide 4 4 Catalytic Converter 4 3 Phones 9 16 Center 6 86 Child Restraint Child restraint system installation pOSItlOD cose doi eee ens 2 30 Installing child restraint SYSLEMS oerte UR Ye 2 31 LATCH child restraint 2 37 Cigarette Lighter 6 82 Climate Control System 6 2 Gas specifications 10 5 ClO CK ite die eee ers 6 81 Gom Box iis un 6 85 Courtesy Lights 2 2222 222 6 79 Cruise Control seiniin 5 23 Cup Holdet inensis 6 84 Customer Assistance 9 2 D Dashboard Illumination 5 39 Daytime Running Lights 5 62 Defroster s eet e 5 69 Rear window sss 5 68 Dimensions esee 10 5 Door Locks uen 3 26 Driving In Flooded Area 4 11 Driving on Uneven Road 4 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 437 1 Index D Driving Tips 4 6 Automatic transmission 5 21 Break in period 4 6 Driving in flooded area 4 11 Driving on uneven road 4 12 Hazardous driving
150. X 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page356 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Tire Inflation Pressure WARNING Always inflate the tires to the correct pressure Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous Adverse handling or unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident Refer to specification charts on page 10 6 Use only a Mazda genuine tire valve cap Use of a non genuine part is dangerous as the correct tire air pressure cannot be maintained if the tire valve becomes damaged If the vehicle is driven under this condition the tire air pressure will decrease which could result in a serious accident Do not use any part for the tire valve cap that is not a Mazda genuine part 8 24 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 356 1 The Tire Pressure Monitoring System does not alleviate the need to check the tire condition every day including whether the tires all look inflated properly Inspect all tire pressure monthly when the tires are cold Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride handling and minimum tire wear When checking the tire pressures use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended Refer to the specification charts page 10 6 NOTE Always check tire pressure when tires are cold Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures Don t release air from warm tires to adjust the pressu
151. a dead transmitter battery or malfunction Removing the auxiliary key Pull out the auxiliary key from the advanced key Locking unlocking the doors The doors can be locked unlocked using the auxiliary key refer to Locking Unlocking with Key page 3 26 Opening the trunk lid The trunk lid can be opened using the auxiliary key refer to Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid page 3 31 Starting the engine The engine can be started with the auxiliary key refer to Ignition Switch page 5 2 Locking unlocking the glove box The glove box can be locked unlocked using the auxiliary key refer to Glove Box page 6 85 3 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Advanced Key Suspend Function If one key is left in the vehicle or trunk and the second key is used to lock the vehicle the functions of the advanced key left in the vehicle or the trunk are temporarily suspended to prevent theft of the vehicle The following are inoperable Starting the engine using the start knob Operating the request switches To restore these functions perform any one of the following Press the lock or unlock button on the advanced key which has had its functions suspended While carrying another advanced key push in the start knob until the KEY indicator light green in the instrument cluster illuminates Insert the auxiliary key and switch the ignition ON 8 8 7 1 Edition Page87 Wedn
152. acilitate a settlement they will provide an informal hearing before an arbitrator You are required to resort to BBB AUTO LINE before exercising rights or seeking remedies under the Federal Magnuson Moss Warranty Act 15 U S C 2301 et seq To the extent permitted by the applicable state Lemon Law you are also required to resort to BBB AUTO LINE before exercising any rights or seeking remedies under the Lemon Law If you choose to seek remedies that are not created by the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or the applicable state Lemon Law you are not required to first use BBB AUTO LINE The whole process normally takes 40 days or less The arbitration decision is not binding on you or Mazda unless you accept the decision For more information about BBB AUTO LINE including current eligibility standards please call 1 800 955 5100 or visit the BBB website at www lemonlaw bbb org Being truly committed to customer satisfaction is more than a phrase with Mazda We hope to satisfy every customer directly but if there is ever a question about our decision Mazda believes in providing a fast fair and free method such as the BBB AUTO LINE to ensure Mazda delivers on our commitment to do the right thing for our customers 9 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page386 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 386 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance V California Customers
153. ack repeatedly RPT is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the repeat playback During MP3 CD playback Track repeat 1 Press the repeat button RPT during playback to play the current track repeatedly TRACK RPT is displayed 2 To cancel the repeat playback press the button again after 3 seconds Folder repeat Press the repeat button RPT during playback and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks in the current folder repeatedly FOLDER RPT is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the repeat playback Random playback Tracks are randomly selected and played RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page265 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM During music CD playback 1 Press the random button RDM during playback to play the tracks in the CD randomly RDM is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the random playback During MP3 CD playback Folder random 1 Press the random button RDM during playback to play the tracks in the folder randomly FOLDER RDM is displayed 2 To cancel the random playback press the button again after 3 seconds CD random 1 Press the random button RDM during playback and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks on the CD randomly DISC RDM is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the random playback Switching the display MP3 compatibl
154. ack or other functions is from shallow to deep The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows File number A numerical file number is assigned to each file in a folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep Folder number A numerical folder number is assigned to each folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep NOTE Folders and tracks files within the same hierarchy play in the order they were written to the disc depending on the write software e Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 237 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Folder C3 Folder JJ Track File No fb n 5o M L n 05 F 2 DE no 061 5 cH PES 10 i nO P pno 4 Levell Level2 Level3 Level4 Playback may not occur in the above hierarchy depending on the audio unit The folder order is automatically assigned and this order cannot be optionally set Any folder without an MP3 file will be ignored It will be skipped and the folder number will not be displayed MP3 files not conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames will be skipped and not played This unit will play MP3 files that have up to eight levels However the more levels a disc has the longer it will take to initially start playing It is recommended to record discs with two levels or less
155. afe driving adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency vehicle sirens NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the audio system on for a long period of time when the engine is not running Ifa cellular phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle it could cause noise to occur from the audio system however this does not indicate that the system has been damaged Some models 6 15 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 8 8 7 1 Edition Page232 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System V Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere Therefore they can reach longer distances than FM signals Because of this two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time Ionosphere Station 1 Station 2 FM characteristics An FM broadcast range is usually about 40 50 km 25 30 miles from the source Because of extra coding needed to break the sound into two channels stereo FM has even less range than monaural non stereo FM amp FM Station 40 50km 25 30 miles S 6 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 232 1 Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners
156. ag 19 Prompt Adding XXXXXX Ex Stan s phone Phone tag Is this correct 20 Say Beep Yes 21 Prompt Assign a priority for this phone between 1 and 7 where 1 is the phone used most often 22 Say Beep 1 Speak a number of the desired priority from 1 to 7 NOTE Normally 1 is to be input Highest priority f more than two mobile telephones are registered input the priority order from 1 to 7 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 279 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 23 Prompt Ex Stan s phone Phone tag set to priority X Priority number Is this correct 24 Say Beep Yes 25 Prompt Pairing complete After a mobile telephone is registered the system automatically identifies the phone By pressing the voice recognition hands free switch again or by pressing the voice recognition hands free switch first after switching the ignition from OFF to ACC the system reads out a voice guidance XXXXXX Ex Stan s phone Phone tag is connected If two or more telephones are registered the one with the highest priority 1s selected NOTE Depending on the device the registration status may be lost after a certain period of time If this occurs repeat the entire process from Step 1 Making a Call Using a Telephone Number NOTE Practice this while parked until you ar
157. age 5 29 If the light stays on when the TCS DSC is not switched off take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is replaced the DSC will be inoperable In this case the DSC OFF indicator light flashes and the TCS DSC indicator light illuminates To make the DSC operable do the following procedure with the battery connected 1 Switch the ignition ON 2 Turn the steering clockwise fully then turn it counterclockwise fully 3 Make sure the DSC OFF indicator turn off 4 Switch the ignition off then switch the ignition to ON again 5 Make sure the TCS DSC indicator light turns off If the TCS DSC indicator light and the DSC OFF indicator light remain illuminated even after switching the ignition from ON to OFF and back to ON attempt the procedure again If this still does not resolve the issue consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green CRUISE The indicator light has two colors Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated Some models 5 55 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 198 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Black plate 198 1 Warning Indicator Li
158. ake is applied with the ignition switched to START or ON It turns off when the parking brake is fully released Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released you may have a brake problem Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way You may notice that the pedal is harder to depress or that it may go closer to the floor In either case it will take longer to stop the vehicle 1 With the engine stopped open the hood and check the brake fluid level immediately and then add fluid if required page 8 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 2 After adding fluid check the light again If the warning light remains on or if the brakes do not operate properly do not drive the vehicle Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Even if the light turns off have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated A WARNING Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time If this light remains illu
159. al transmission Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine Automatic transmission Put the vehicle in park P If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving shift into neutral N NOTE Manual transmission The starter will not operate unless the clutch is depressed sufficiently Automatic transmission The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N 5 Switch the ignition to START and hold up to 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts A CAUTION Do not try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine stalls or fails to start wait 10 seconds before trying again Otherwise you may damage the starter and drain the battery 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel47 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 147 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 6 After starting the engine let it idle for about 15 seconds Then perform the Turning the Engine Off shift operation 1 Stop the vehicle completely NOTE 2 Manual transmission In extremely cold weather below 0 C Shift into neutral 32 F or after the vehicle has not been Automatic transmission driven in several days let the engine warm Shift the shift lever to the P position up without operating the accelerator Whether the engine is cold or warm it 3 Switch the ignition from ON to OFF should b
160. anchor and result in injury Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous In a collision the tether strap could come off and loosen the child restraint system If the child restraint system moves it could result in death or injury to the child 2 39 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page52 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 52 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems SRS include 6 air bags You can locate the various air bags by the use of SRS AIRBAG location indicators These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed The air bags are installed in the following locations The steering wheel hub driver air bag The front passenger dashboard front passenger air bag The outboard sides of the front seatbacks side air bags The front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides curtain air bags These systems operate independently depending on the type of accident encountered The side and curtain air bags are not likely to deploy on both sides in the same accident because a vehicle is not often hit from both sides The side and curtain air bags and the frontal air bag system will not normally deploy during the same t
161. and 21 mph depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed 43 km h 27 mph 65 km h 41 mph M2 M2 M3 M3 M4 4 M5 M5 M6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 161 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear the gear cannot be shifted to a lower gear so as to protect the transmission Gear Vehicle speed 6 gt 5 1210 km h 130 mph M5 M4 175 km h 108 mph Between 122 and 135 km h 75 and 83 mph depending on how Nr TEMA much the accelerator pedal is depressed Between 77 and 90 km h gt M2 47 and 59 mph depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed M2 1 30 km h 18 mph NOTE Regarding the vehicle speed at the highest gear indicated above achieving this speed may not actually be possible depending on various driving conditions such as the wind upslope and road surface During deceleration the gears shift down automatically when speed is reduced to the following Gear Vehicle speed M6 gt M5 60 km h 37 mph M5 M4 40 km h 24 mph M4 gt M3 26 km h 16 mph M3 gt M2 18 km h 11 mph 2 gt M 15 km h 9 mph NOTE The gear does not shift down to M1 automatically while in the second gear fixed mode 5 19 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel
162. ansmission 10 0 L 10 6 US qt 8 80 Imp qt Coolant Automatic transmission 9 8 L 10 US qt 8 6 Imp qt Manual transmission oil Automatic transmission fluid 1 95 L 2 06 US qt 1 72 Imp qt 8 0 L 8 5 US qt 7 0 Imp qt Rear differential oil 1 3 L 14 US qt 1 1 Imp qt Fuel tank 64 0 L 16 9 US gal 14 1 Imp gal Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges Dimensions Item Specification Without license plate 4 460 mm 175 6 in Overall length holder With license plate holder 4 470 mm 176 0 in Overall width 1 770 mm 69 7 in Overall height 1 340 mm 52 8 in 18 inch wheel vehicle 1 500 mm 59 1 in Front tread 19 inch wheel vehicle 1 505 mm 59 3 in 18 inch wheel vehicle 1 505 mm 59 3 in Rear tread 19 inch wheel vehicle 1 510 mm 59 4 in Wheelbase 2 700 mm 106 3 in V Weights Item Weight Manual transmission Automatic transmission GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1 732 kg 3 818 165 1 752 kg 3 862 Ibs GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Front 842 kg 1 856 Ibs 858 kg 1 892 165 Rear 901 kg 1 986 Ibs 907 kg 2 000 Ibs Air Conditioner Item Classification Refrigerant Type HFC134a R 134a 10 5 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page432 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Cp Black plate 432 1
163. ase lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use D Black plate 103 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by latching the doors and the trunk and keeping the keys where children can not play with the trunk as a hiding place Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the inside trunk release lever so that all children can be told about it in an appropriate way keeping in mind that them Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous Babies left sleeping and children who lock themselves in cars most vehicles do not have such levers or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration Do not leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time Do not leave the car or the trunk unlocked 3 33 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel04 Wednesday J
164. at Any accessories which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat The designated positions with seat belts on the rear seats are the safest places for children Always use seat belts and child restraints 2 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ 8 8 7 1 Edition Page41 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 41 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Do not allow a child or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and curtain air bags It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window the area of the front passenger seat the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy even if a child restraint system is used The impact of inflation from a side or curtain air bag could cause serious injury or death to an out of position child Furthermore leaning over or against the front door could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection With the front air bag and the additional side air bag that comes out of the front seat the rear seat is always a better location for children Take special care not to allow a child to lean over or against the side window even if the child is seated in a child restraint system Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time Using on
165. at the system is turned off Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 NOTE Auto re lock function After unlocking with the transmitter all doors will automatically lock and the hazard warning light will flash if any of the following operations are not performed within about 30 seconds A door is opened The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch The start knob is pressed Trunk button To open the trunk press the trunk button for more than 1 second Panic button If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle s alarm NOTE The panic button will work whether any door is open or closed Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Turning on the alarm Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds and the following will occur The horn sounds intermittently The hazard warning lights flash NOTE However if the driver is too close to the vehicle the panic button may not function Turning off the alarm The alarm stops by pressing any button on the transmitter 3 15 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page86 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Black plate 86 1 Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System V Auxiliary Key Function Use the auxiliary key stored in the advanced key in the event of
166. at a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags Sitting too close to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous The driver and front passenger air bags inflate with great force and speed Serious injuries could occur if someone is too close The driver should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel The front seat passenger should keep both feet on the floor Front seat occupants should adjust their seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly 2 41 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page54 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 54 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand along the front door on the side the car is hit Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning against a window or
167. ating 12 Tread wear traction and temperature grades 13 Max permissible inflation pressure 14 SAFETY WARNING P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from the example P Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA NOTE If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 215 215 is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 65 65 is the aspect ratio This two digit number indicates the tire s ratio of height to width R R is the tire construction symbol R indicates Radial ply construction 15 15 is the wheel rim diameter in inches 95 95 is the Load Index This two or three digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support 9 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page405 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 405 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Informa
168. azda Dashboard and Interior Overview 1 2 Exterior 25555 5 5 1 4 1 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H i 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 8 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview 11 aS SS REGAN EN Eier Ti udi SERI 2 09 09 0 09 000 0049068 O 10 9 The equipment and installation position varies by model Refer to Navigation System at the separate manual if equipped 1 2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page9 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 9 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview CD Power door lock switch essent nnns page 3 27 2 Outside minror switch cota ied ep dete be tdg page 3 54 3 Dashboard illumination a page 5 39 4 DSC OEF switch tte dieta rb a page 5 27 5 Lighting control Turn signals n R ES page 5 59 6 Audio control switch nennen nnns page 6 52 G Instrument cluster uua bee er uiu n eres page 5 36 Adr bags p de a a OE page 2 40 9 Wiper and washer leve
169. bag deploys Attaching objects to the areas where the curtain air bag activates such as on the windshield glass side door glass front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with the curtain air bag which inflates from the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge impeding the added protection of the curtain air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous Furthermore the bag could be cut open releasing the gas Do not place hangers or any other objects on the assist grips When hanging clothes hang them on the coat hooh directly Always keep the curtain air bag modules free to deploy in the event of a side collision Do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous The components essential to the supplemental restraint system could be damaged and in the event of a side collision the appropriate air bags may not deploy which could result in death or serious injury To prevent damage to the components essential to the supplemental restraint system do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats 2 42 5 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page55 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 55 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not touch the components of the supplemental restraint syst
170. bags and seat belt pretensioner systems If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition is switched ON and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat contact the Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work properly in an accident 2 48 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page61 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 61 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A WARNING Do not decrease the total seated weight on the front passenger seat When an adult or large child sits on the front passenger seat decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat required for air bag deployment is dangerous The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the reduced total seated weight condition and the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy during an accident The front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag which could result in serious injury Decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat could result in an air bag not deploying under the following conditions for example gt A rear passenger pushes up on the front passenger seat with their feet Luggage or other items placed under the front passenger seat or between the front passenger seat and dri
171. be hit and injured or objects could be thrown around the vehicle causing interference with the driver and the possibility of an accident Only use a cup holder for cups or drink cans A CAUTION To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep cup holders closed when not in use 6 84 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Front To use slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound CAUTION Do not use a cup holder with the lid unlocked During sudden braking or maneuvering the lid could slide forward causing the cup contents to spill V Rear To use pull the lid up 8 8 7 1 Edition Page301 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 301 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments Y Coin Box To open press the release catch down and A WARNING pull the lid downward Keep storage boxes closed when driving Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep the storage boxes closed when driving A CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun A lighter could explode or the plastic material in eyeglasses Glove Compartment could deform and crack from high temperature To open the glove compartment pull the latch toward you Y Overhead Console Insert the key auxiliary key and turn it clock
172. bel side up when 1 Press and hold the load button LOAD inserting The auto loading mechanism for about 2 seconds until a beep sound will set the CD and begin play is heard 6 46 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page263 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM CHp Black plate 263 1 2 Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while WAIT is displayed 3 When IN is displayed insert the CD NOTE The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied Multiple insertion Press and hold the load button LOAD for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard 2 When IN is displayed insert the CD 3 When IN is displayed again insert the next CD NOTE The first inserted CD will be played automatically when Noother CD is inserted within 15 seconds after IN is displayed The CD trays are full Displaying the CD inserted tray number When you want to know the number for a CD inserted tray press the display button DISP The tray number will be displayed for 5 seconds Ejecting the CD Normal ejection 1 Press the CD eject button The disc number and DISC OUT will be displayed 2 Pull out the CD NOTE When the CD is ejected during play the next CD will be played automatically Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Interior Comfort Audio System Ejecting CDs from desired tray number 1 Press and h
173. bjects with storage box removed The storage box can be removed for convenient loading of long objects such as skis placed through the trunk A WARNING Secure long objects in the trunk so that they cannot be thrown forward in the cabin and avoid sudden breaking or maneuvering Sudden braking or maneuvering while long objects are loaded through the removed storage box area and into the trunk is dangerous Operation of the shift selector lever could be obstructed resulting in a serious accident 6 87 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page304 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Accessory Socket The accessory socket can be used regardless of whether the ignition is on or off Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W DC 12 V 10 A The accessory socket is in the center console 6 88 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 304 1 CAUTION gt To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure pay attention to the following gt Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W DC 12 V 10 A gt Do not use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent gt Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use to prevent foreign objects and liquids from getting into the accessory socket gt Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket gt Noise may occur on
174. bove the rain sensor is touched gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object gt If the rain sensor is struck with a hand or other object from inside the vehicle Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury or damage the wipers When washing or servicing your Mazda make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position To help protect the finish from rust and deterioration wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water If the vehicle is washed improperly the paint surface could be scratched Here are some examples of how scratching could occur 8 44 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Scratches occur on the paint surface when The vehicle is washed without first rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter The vehicle is washed with a rough dry or dirty cloth The vehicle is washed at a car wash that uses brushes that are dirty or too stiff Cleansers or wax containing abrasives are used NOTE Mazda is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or improper washing Scratches are more noticeable on vehicles with darker paint finishes To minimize scratches on the vehicle s paint finish Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water before washing Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft
175. burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel filler cap is removed too quickly Before refueling stop the engine and always keep sparks and flames away from the filler neck Fuel vapor is dangerous It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries Additionally use of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may result in fuel leak which could result in serious burns or death in an accident A CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel filler cap or an approved equivalent available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems It may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to illuminate 3 41 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell2 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks V Fuel Filler Lid To open pull up the remote fuel filler lid gt V Fuel Filler Cap To remove the fuel filler cap turn it counterclockwise Remote fuel filler lid release To close the fuel filler cap turn it clockwise until two or more clicks are heard 3 42 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 112 1 A CAUTION Make sure the fuel filler cap is tightened securely The check engine light may illuminate when the cap is not tightened securely
176. button in press the desired programming button 1 2 or 3 until a beep sound is heard The button is programmed after a beep sound is heard Other buttons can be programmed using the same procedure NOTE Vehicle maintenance or other reasons requiring the vehicle battery to be disconnected will result in the seat position memory being erased In this case re program the seat positions Seat position activation While the vehicle is parked safely press and hold a programming button 1 2 or 3 for the desired seat position When the seat is in the programmed position a beep sound is heard 2 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 22 1 NOTE If any of the following occurs the seat position activation function cancels A seat adjustment switch other than a lumbar support switch is operated The vehicle moves or starts to move The selected programming button 1 2 or 3 or the SET button is pressed again The SET button is operated V Lumbar Support Adjustment The amount of lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the switch To increase the seat firmness press and hold the front part of the switch to the desired position then release it Press the rear part of the switch to decrease firmness Folding the Seat A WARNING Never lower a front seatback while an occupant is seated in the seat even if the vehicle is parked safely Lowering a front seatback while an oc
177. c devices such as personal computers or cell phones Non Mazda genuine electronic equipment is installed in the vehicle There is equipment which discharges radio waves near the vehicle Ifthe vehicle is near equipment such as wireless pay devices installed at certain gas stations The advanced key may consume battery power excessively if it receives high intensity radio waves Do not place the advanced key near electronic devices such as televisions or personal computers To avoid damage to the advanced key DO NOT gt Drop the advanced key Get the advanced key wet gt Disassemble the advanced key Expose the advanced key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight Place heavy objects on the advanced hey gt Put the advanced key in an ultrasonic cleaner gt Put any magnetized objects close to the advanced key NOTE Battery life is about one year Be sure to replace the battery as soon as you see the green KEY indicator light in the instrument cluster begin flashing for 30 seconds after turning off the engine otherwise you will not be able to start the engine using the advanced keyless start system once the battery is completely dead Refer to KEY warning light red on page 5 52 If this occurs you will have to either force start the engine or use the auxiliary key Refer to Advanced Key Battery Dead Warning on page 3 16 Additional advanced keys can be ob
178. ccident 3 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE fturning the ignition switch is difficult Jiggle the steering wheel from side to side Automatic transmission The ignition cannot be switched from ACC to OFF LOCK when the shift lever is not in P ACC Accessory In this position some electrical accessories will operate NOTE The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not function in the ACC position and the doors will not lock unlock using the transmitter or request switches even if the advanced key is carried away from the vehicle ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started The warning lights except brakes should be inspected before the engine is started page 5 41 NOTE When the ignition is switched ON the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard This does not indicate an abnormality START The engine is started in this position It will crank until you release the start knob then it returns to the ON position The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started page 5 41 8 8 7 1 Edition Page81 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM D Black plate 81 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Starting the engine NOTE Engine starting is controlled by the spark ignition system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard requirements regula
179. ce output from the speaker NOTE Say voice commands after the beep sound Beep is heard Example Say Beep Dial Prompt Number please Say Beep Ex 4555 1234 Telephone number Bluetooth Hands Free Activation Method 1 Program the mobile telephone Pairing Refer to Bluetooth Hands Free preparation on page 6 61 2 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system 6 60 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 276 1 NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone The hands free system is activated Functions of the hands free telephone such as making and receiving calls can be used after the activation For details on the telephone functions refer to Basic Bluetooth Hands Free Operation or Convenient Use of the Hands Free System NOTE For vehicles with a navigation system the system operates by speaking the voice recognition command of the navigation system after pressing the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press For voice recognition details with the navigation system refer to the separate NAVIGATION SYSTEM MANUAL RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page277 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Basic Blue
180. ce to activate the air bag Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head on to the vehicle 30 ES CR LL 439 22 Ne eee GS 2 53 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page66 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Rear ending or running under a truck s tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment Non activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases Collision from the rear E ute LA tel Impact to the side but it may deploy the side and curtain air bags 7 l 1 Vehicle roll over may deploy the side and curtain air bags but not the front air bags 2 54 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 66 1 Side and curtain air bag activation The severity of impact above the designed threshold level to one side of the vehicle driver or passenger side areas will cause the side and curtain air bags on that side to inflate but it will not normally deploy the front air bags 7 NS t Limitations to side and curtain air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact the side and curtain air bags may not inflate in the following cases Frontal offset im
181. ch the ignition to ACC or ON 1 Open the cover 2 Press the lighter in and release it When ready for use it automatically pops out RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page299 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 299 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment A CAUTION Ashtray gt D t touch th tal part of th lighter you may nee Hee CAUTION gt Do not hold the lighter in because Do not use the ashtray for trash You it will overheat might start a fire Do not use the lighter socket for plug in accessories such as To use open the cover shavers and coffee pots They may damage it or cause electrical failure Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent Ifthe lighter does not pop out within 30 seconds remove it to prevent overheating To remove open the cover and pull up the ashtray 6 83 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page300 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 300 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Cup Holder A WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous If the contents spill you could be scalded Do not put anything other than cups or drink cans in cup holders Putting objects other than cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous During sudden braking or maneuvering occupants could
182. channel 184 is displayed after the display indicates UPDATING 100 If the SIRIUS channel map or the user contract content is changed the channel prior to the change is displayed after UPDATING is displayed After the initialization display it may take as long as 12 seconds to receive channel 184 8 8 7 1 Edition Page251 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM NOTE Do not perform the following operation while UPDATING is displayed Otherwise the updating procedure will be cancelled Turning off the audio power Switching to other modes Switching the ignition off When the SIRIUS mode is switched to another mode or when the power is turned off the present channel which is being received is stored as the last channel Channel selection Turning the manual tuning dial allows you to select the desired receiving channel Turn the knob clockwise Channel Up Turn the knob counterclockwise Channel Down Unsubscribed channel When a selected station has not been subscribed to the display indicates the following CALL 888 and 539 SIRI Flashes alternately NOTE When the subscription contract is canceled all of the channels including channel 184 appear as unsubscribed Invalid channel When a selected channel is not broadcasting SR bank number INVALID is displayed for one second followed by SR bank number CHANNEL which is also displayed
183. ck plate 194 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted there may be a tire puncture Vehicles with Instant Mobility System IMS emergency flat tire repair kit If an emergency tire repair is needed repair the punctured tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit page 7 5 A CAUTION Do not use non genuine tire sealant It may damage the tire pressure sensor Vehicles with optional temporary spare tire If you have bought the optional temporary spare tire replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire Refer to the manufacturer s instructions NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 52 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H KEY Warning Light Red KEY Indicator Light Green with Advanced Key This indicator has two colors KEY Warning Light Red When illuminated When the ignition is switched ON it illuminates momentarily and then goes out e If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless system it illuminates continuously AWARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the KEY warning light illuminated If the KEY warning light remains illuminated do not contin
184. cloth when washing the vehicle Do not use a nylon cloth Rub gently when washing or drying the vehicle Take your vehicle only to a car wash that keeps its brushes well maintained Do not use abrasive cleansers or wax that contain abrasives A CAUTION Do not use steel wool abrasive cleaners or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome plated or anodized aluminum parts This may damage the protective coating also cleaners and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint e 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page377 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Pay special attention to removing salt dirt mud and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders and make sure the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors and rocker panels are clean Insects tar tree sap bird droppings industrial fallout and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective use a mild soap made for use on vehicles Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water Do not allow soap to dry on the finish After washing the vehicle dry it with a clean chamois to prevent water spots from forming A WARNING Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal Driving with wet bra
185. cold or Cold Hot rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident To turn off the system press the OFF switch 6 13 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page230 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate When selecting heat the system will restrict airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold air from blowing out of the vents V Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Press the windshield defroster switch In this position the lt gt position is automatically selected and the air conditioner automatically turns on The air conditioner will directly dehumidify the air to the front windshield and side windows page 6 4 Airflow amount will be increased A WARNING Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when defogging 47 position Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident 6 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 230 1 A NOTE Use the temperature control dial to increase the air flow temperature and defog the windshield more quickly V Sun
186. compressor power switch is off gt The compressor turns on and off with the push button switch 16 Turn the compressor switch on and inflate the tire carefully to the correct inflation pressure RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page314 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire A WARNING Never operate the compressor above kPa 3 1 kgf cm bar 43 5 psi Operating the compressor above 300 kPa 3 1 kgf cm 3 bar 43 5 psi is dangerous When the inflation pressure rises above 300 kPa 3 1 kgf cm 3 bar 43 5 psi heated air will be exhausted from the back of the compressor and you could be burned A CAUTION If the compressor operates slowly or becomes hot it indicates overheating Turn the compressor off immediately and leave it turned off for 30 minutes or longer NOTE Check the tire inflation pressure label rear door on the driver s side for the correct tire inflation pressure Do not use the compressor for longer than 10 minutes because using the compressor for long periods could damage it If the tire does not inflate repair of the tire may not be possible If the tire does not reach the correct inflation pressure within a 10 minute period it probably has received more extensive damage When this happens the emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used to repair the tire Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the tire has been over inflated loosen t
187. controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law 9 19 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page402 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 402 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS A 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 cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND TO ALL
188. ctrically Operated Seats 2 6 Front Seats Manually Operated Seats 2 2 Fuel Filler lid and cap 3 41 GIauBe gie eee mee 5 39 Requirements 4 2 Tank capacity 10 5 FUSES 8 36 Panel description 8 39 Replacement sss 8 36 G Gauges atti estere D eaae ete 5 36 Glove Compartment 6 85 H Hazard Warning Flasher 5 70 Hazardous 4 7 Headlight Washer 5 68 11 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 438 1 H Headlights Control nont eee 5 59 Flashing uuu siehe 5 62 High low beam 5 61 Leveling 5 62 On reminder sss 5 61 HomeLink Wireless Control SYSUII au ctor teneo eee E es quy 5 70 Hood Release 3 43 Hori i obere ta 5 69 I Ignition Keys 3 20 5 2 Illuminated Entry System 6 78 Immobilizer System with Advanced 3 46 Immobilizer System without Advanced Key 3 49 Indicator Lights ss 5 41 Crise x eae Re ete 5 55 DSG OEF eI eie 5 55 Headlight auto leve
189. cts on the front seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats gt To allow the sensors to function properly always perform the following Adjust the front seats as far bach as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly gt If you place your child on the front passenger seat secure the child restraint system properly and slide the front passenger seat as far bach as possible page 2 34 2 50 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page63 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 63 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat or if the temperature of the vehicle s interior changes suddenly The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate for 10 seconds if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat changes The air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light might illuminate if the front passenger seat receives a severe impact If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate after installing a child restraint syst
190. cupant is seated in the seat is dangerous because the seatback folds down suddenly when operated which could cause an injury RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page23 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Because your vehicle has free style doors page 3 29 the rear door cannot be opened while the front door is closed To exit the rear seating area fold the front seatback forward using the following procedure and open the front door first Seatback foldin Press and hold the upper part of the switch while the vehicle is parked safely to slide the seat forward and fold the seatback forward To return the seatback to its on road position Press and hold the lower part of the switch while the vehicle is parked safely to slide the seat rearward and raise the seatback Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 23 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE The operation cancels in the following cases seat adjustment switch other than a lumbar support switch is operated The set button is operated Any programming button is pressed The vehicle moves or starts to move The seat stops moving when it returns to Its on road position A beep sound is heard at this time NOTE Pressing and holding the lower part of the switch again after the seat has returned to its on road position will move the seat farther rearward Vehicle maintenance or other reasons requiring the vehicle bat
191. d or above 96 RON or above U S federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps This vehicle is designed to use 91 R M 2 method 96RON or higher gasoline for best performance If 91 R M 2 method 96RON is not available gasoline from 87 to 90 R M 2 method 91 to 95RON can be used temporarily for emergency purposes but this will slightly reduce performance Fuel with gasoline from 87 to 90 R M 2 method 91 to 95RON driving in high temperature or low humidity conditions could cause engine knocking Fuel with a rating lower than 87 R M 2 method lower than 91RON could cause the emission control system to lose effectiveness It could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage CAUTION gt USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead to deterioration of the emission control system and or failures gt Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 ethanol by volume Damage to your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this recommendation or if the gasoline contains any methanol Stop using gasohol of any kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly gt Never add fuel system additives Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Gasoline blend
192. d it The vehicle will gradually slow Release the switch at the desired speed RES Cruise control SET switch Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 167 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1 6 km h 1 mph by a momentary tap of the cruise control SET switch Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap V To Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km h 19 mph If some other method besides the ON OFF switch was used to cancel cruising speed such as applying the brake pedal and the system is still activated the most recent set speed will automatically resume when the cruise control RES switch is pressed up If vehicle speed is below 30 km h 19 mph increase the vehicle speed up to 30 km h 19 mph or more and press up the cruise control RES switch RES Cruise control SET switch To Cancel To cancel the system use one of these methods Press the ON OFF switch Slightly depress the brake pedal Depress the clutch pedal Manual transmission only 5 25 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 168 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the CANCEL switch The system turns off when the ignition is off NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 1
193. da Switches and Controls The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons which can be individually selected and programmed using the transmitters for current on market devices as follows 1 Press and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons buttons one and three releasing only when the indicator light begins to flash after 20 seconds Do not hold the buttons for longer than 30 seconds and do not repeat step 1 to program a second and or third hand held transmitter to the remaining two HomeLink buttons 2 Position the end of your hand held transmitter 2 5 7 5 cm 1 3 inches away from the HomeLink button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view 3 Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink and hand held transmitter buttons Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed NOTE Some gate operators and garage door openers may require you to replace this Programming Step 3 with procedures noted in the Gate Operator Canadian Programming section 4 After the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light release both the HomeLink and hand held transmitter buttons NOTE If the HomeLink indicator light does not change to a rapidly blinking light contact HomeLink at www homelink com or call 1 800 355 3515 for assistance 5 72 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 214 1 5 Press and hold the just trained HomeLink butt
194. de Section 1793 22 b creates a presumption that Mazda has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties 1f within 18 months from delivery to the buyer or 18 000 miles on the vehicle s odometer whichever occurs first one or more of the following occurs The same nonconformity a failure to conform to the written warranty that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle results in a condition that is likely to cause death or serious bodily injury if the vehicle is driven AND the nonconformity has been subject to repair two or more times by Mazda or its agents AND the buyer or lessee has directly notified Mazda of the need for the repair of the nonconformity OR The same nonconformity has been subject to repair 4 or more times by Mazda or its agents AND the buyer has notified Mazda of the need for the repair of the nonconformity OR The vehicle is out of service by reason of repair of nonconformities by Mazda or its agents for a cumulative total of more than 30 calendar days after delivery of the vehicle to the buyer NOTICE TO Mazda AS REQUIRED ABOVE SHALL BE SENT TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 ATTN Customer Mediation 8 The following remedies may be sought in BBB AUTO LINE repairs reimbursement for money paid to repair a vehicle or other expenses incurred as result of a vehicle nonconformity
195. dicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE In addition to the indicator light flashing a slight lugging sound will come from the engine This indicates that the TCS is operating properly On slippery surfaces such as fresh snow it will be impossible to achieve high rpm when the TCS is on Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 169 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control DSC The Dynamic Stability Control DSC automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunction with systems such as ABS and TCS to help control side slip when driving on slippery surfaces or during sudden or evasive maneuvering enhancing vehicle safety Refer to ABS page 5 9 and TCS page 5 26 A WARNING Do not rely on the dynamic stability control as a substitute for safe driving The dynamic stability control DSC cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident 5 27 Some models RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition
196. ditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty The engine s electrical system has a problem 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 189 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM CHp Black plate 189 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds The emission control system has a problem The fuel filler cap is missing or not tightened securely If the check engine light remains on or flashes continuously do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light ov ry If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Se
197. djusted by the GPS however it is necessary to adjust hours under the following conditions Driving across different time zones Daylight saving time start and end V Outside Temperature Display When the ignition is switched ON press the OUTSIDEF switch to display the ambient temperature OUTSIDE F Ll 6 81 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page298 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment NOTE Under the following conditions the ambient temperature display may differ from the actual ambient temperature depending on the surroundings and vehicle conditions Significantly cold or hot temperatures Sudden changes in ambient temperature The vehicle is parked The vehicle is driven at low speeds e Press the OUTSIDEF switch for a few seconds or more to switch the display from Fahrenheit to Centigrade or vice versa With fully automatic climate control system Press the OUTSIDEF switch again to switch the display from ambient temperature to the temperature set for the air conditioner Climate Control Display The climate control system status is displayed To operate the climate control system refer to Climate Control System page 6 2 Audio Display The audio system status is displayed To operate the audio system refer to Audio System page 6 15 6 82 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 298 1 o Lighter Swit
198. dnesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System gt Black plate 260 1 V Operating the Compact Disc CD Player Load button CD play button CD slot Scan button CD eject button Fast forward Track up button Reverse Track down button Repeat button Random button Type Playable data Music CD player non MP3 compatible Musto data CD DA Inserting the CD Insert the CD into the slot label side up The auto loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play NOTE There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the CD Ejecting the CD Press the CD eject button amp to eject the CD 6 44 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Playback Press the CD play button CD to start play when a CD is in the unit If a CD is not in the unit when the CD play button CD is pressed NO DISC will flash on and off NOTE When the load button LOAD is pressed the CD will load and play even if the CD eject button amp had been previously pressed Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button A to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button V to reverse through a track at high speed 8 8 7 1 Edition Page261 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Track search Press the track up button A once to s
199. ds to execute it Select Programmed the mobile phone when the voice recognition hands free switch was pressed Continue Continues the voice guidance Delete Deletes the registered mobile phone Previous Returns to the previous mobile phone 8 Prompt End of list would you like to start from the beginning 9 Say Beep No 10 Prompt Returning to main menu Mobile phone selection This function is for switching to a different mobile phone which has been registered beforehand The selected mobile phone will remain in effect until the ignition is switched off Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 6 71 2 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page288 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Select phone 5 Prompt Please say 1 priority 1 for XXXXX Ex phone A 2 priority 2 for XXXXX Ex phone B 6 Say Beep 2 Say the priority number for the
200. e 351 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well the blades are probably worn or cracked Replace them A CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components don t try to sweep the wiper arm by hand NOTE To prevent damage to the wiper arm blades when raising both the driver and passenger side wiper arms raise the driver side wiper arm first Conversely when setting down the wiper arms set the passenger side wiper arm down first 1 Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip Compress the clip and slide the assembly downward then lift it off the AS CAUTION prevent damage to the windshield let the wiper arm down easily don t let it slap down on the windshield 8 1 5 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page352 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2 Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support Metal support NA Tab 3 Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade SW 8 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 352 1 CAUTION gt Don t bend or discard the stiffeners You need to use them again gt Ifthe metal stiffeners are switched the blade s wiping efficiency could be reduced So don t
201. e 6th gear the gear will shift to M5 Indicators Shift position indicator In manual shift mode the M of the shift position indicator in the instrument panel illuminates Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates 7 indicator HII Shift position M indicator 7 NOTE If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds the gear position indicator will flash twice to signal that the gears cannot be shifted down to protect the transmission Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting You can shift gears up and down by operating the shift lever or the steering shift switches NOTE If the steering shift switches on both sides left and right are operated simultaneously the gear will shift once The gear will not shift if the UP switch and DOWN switch are operated simultaneously Manually Shifting up 2 M3 M4 5 M6 To shift up to a higher gear tap the shift lever back once To shift up to a higher gear with the steering shift switches tap either of the UP switches toward you once with your fingers UP switches 5 17 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel60 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING Keep your hands on the steering wheel rim when using fingers or thumbs on the steering shift switches P
202. e Canada 9 6 Reporting Safety Defects Canada 9 41 Customer Assistance Puerto Rico 9 9 Service Publications 9 42 Mazda Importer Distributors 9 10 Service Publications 9 42 Importer Distributor 9 10 Distributor in Each Area 9 10 Warranty 0000 eene 9 11 Warranties for Your Mazda 9 11 Outside the United States 9 12 Outside Canada 9 13 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country Except United States and Canada ssssssssssseeeer 9 14 Add On Non Genuine Parts and ACCESSONES s seda tee 9 15 Cell Phones scscssssrssssssssssesssssssseees 9 16 Cell Phones Warning 9 16 Type Approval of Equipment 9 17 Type Approval of Equipment 9 17 Uniform Tire Quality Grading System tatnen enano 9 19 Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTOGS Lu rere tre ret 9 19 Tire Information U S A 9 21 Ture Labeling 9 21 Location of the Tire Label Placard iere 9 27 Tire Maintenance 9 30 Vehicle Loading 9 33 Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
203. e confident you can do it while driving in a non taxing road situation If you are not completely comfortable make all calls from a safe parking position and move out only when fully under control and you can devote your eyes and mind to driving 6 63 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page280 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Dial 3 Prompt Number please 4 Say Beep Ex 555 1234 Telephone number 5 Prompt Dialing XXXXXXXXXXX Ex 555 1234 Telephone number is this correct 6 Say Beep Yes or No 7 When Yes is spoken the call is made When No is spoken the procedure returns to Step 3 NOTE The Dial command and a telephone number can be combined Ex In Step 2 say Dial 123 4567 then Steps 3 and 4 can be skipped 6 64 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 280 1 V Receiving an Incoming Call 1 Prompt Incoming call press the phone button to answer 2 To accept the call press the voice recognition hands free switc
204. e type For files with a file name and other information that have been input the display switches between display of the file name and other information each time the display button DISP is pressed during playback Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C Black plate 265 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Music CD Disc number Track number Elapsed time display Disc tray number Track name display TUNE DISP ESN Album name display Artist name display MP3 CD Disc number File number Elapsed time display Disc tray number Disc number Folder number File number File name TUNE DISP ESN Folder name Album name ID3 Tag Song name ID3 Tag Artist name ID3 Tag 6 49 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page266 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE The information viewable in the display is only CD information such as artist name song title which has been recorded to the CD The system can only display one byte alphabetic characters If two byte or other types of characters have been recorded to the CD they may not display correctly Display scroll MP3 compatible type Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time To display the rest of the characters of a long title turn the display feed dial TEXT to the right Hidden titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited If t
205. e Exhaust Precautions eeeeeeeeeeenne 4 2 Fuel Requiremerits qe 4 2 Emission Control System sse 4 3 Engine Exhaust Carbon Monoxide sss 4 4 Before Starting the Engine Before Getting After Getting nas 4 6 Break In Period 5 2 2 ente pp orte Meeks 4 6 Money Saving Suggestions sss 4 6 Hazardous Driving cccecceseeeeseesseeseeeeceseeeeeeseeeesseessenseeaeenes 4 7 Floor ere e scel 4 8 Rocking the Vehicle sse 4 8 Winter Diving x ee eo OS ee ER 4 9 Driving In Flooded Area esee 4 11 Overloading inno P RI ur 4 11 Driving on Uneven 4 12 TOWIBS eeii 4 13 Trailer TOWNE 2 ed ne HERR 4 13 4 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 130 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 130 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions 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 Premium unleaded fuel 91 R M 2 metho
206. e at 1 800 222 5500 By letter at Attn Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 9 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page385 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 385 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver s side corner of the dash 4 Purchase date and current mileage 5 Your dealer s name and location 6 Your question s If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor STEP 3 Contact Better Business Bureau BBB Mazda North American Operations realizes that mutual agreement on some issues may not be possible As a final step to ensure that your concerns are being fairly considered Mazda North American Operations has agreed to participate in a dispute settlement program administered by the Better Business Bureau BBB system at no cost to you the consumer BBB AUTO LINE works with consumers and the manufacturer in an attempt to reach a mutually acceptable resolution of any warranty related concerns If the BBB is not able to f
207. e coolant temperature is low the engine does not run at high speeds The fuel supply will be cut at an rpm lower than the red zone Refer to Tachometer on page 5 38 If the engine does not start the first time refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under Emergency Starting If the engine still does not start have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer page 7 19 8 8 7 1 Edition Page83 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM 0 Black plate 83 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Turning the engine off NOTE For improved engine starting performance the next time you start the engine after only driving the vehicle a short distance turn off the engine after 1 or more of the variable red zone lamps in the tachometer have turned off 1 Move the shift lever to the P position Automatic transmission 2 Switch the ignition from ON to ACC NOTE When the engine is turned off and the ignition is switched from ACC to OFF LOCK the KEY indicator light green flashes in the instrument cluster for about 30 seconds if the battery power of the advanced key is low Replace the battery with a new one Refer to Battery Replacement page 3 6 3 Push in the start knob from the ACC position and turn it to the OFF LOCK ACAUTION When leaving the vehicle make sure the ignition is switched to OFF LOCK NOTE When switching the ignition to OFF LOCK the igni
208. e flying glass If the glass portion is touched with bare hands body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit Always keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children Playing with a halogen bulb is dangerous Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a halogen bulb or breaking it some other way V Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs Replacing a headlight bulb Low beam bulb Xenon fusion bulb You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by yourself The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 361 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance High beam bulb 1 Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headlight switch is off 2 If you are changing the right headlight bulb start the engine turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and turn off engine If you are changing the left headlight bulb turn the steering wheel to the left 3 Turn the center section of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove the retainers and partially peel back the mudguard A Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector downward 8 29 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page362 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5 Turn the socket and bulb assembly to remove it Carefully remove the bulb from it
209. e mileage and safety So cultivate good driving habits for your own benefit Observe posted speed limits Avoid fast starts stops and turns Avoid potholes and objects on the road Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking A CAUTION If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your speed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tire for damage If the tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove the tire and rim and replace it with your spare tire If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected 9 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page415 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 415 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Vehicle Loading AWARNING Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle
210. e only soft demineralized water in the coolant mixture Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant s effectiveness Don t add only water Always add a proper coolant mixture The engine has aluminum parts and must be protected by an ethylene glycol based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing DO NOT USE coolants Containing Alcohol methanol Borate or Silicate These coolants could damage the cooling system DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant This could damage the cooling system Don t use a solution that contains more than 60 antifreeze This would reduce effectiveness 8 15 8 8 7 1 Edition Page348 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE If the FL22 mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap it is recommended to use Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant page 8 3 If the coolant reservoir is empty or new coolant is required frequently consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 8 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 348 1 Brake Clutch Fluid V Inspecting Brake Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly It should be kept at MAX The level normally drops with accumulated distance a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings If it is excessively low have the brake cl
211. e sealant well Injection hose Bottle 7 Remove the valve cap from the flat tire Press the back of a valve core tool to the core of the tire valve and bleed all the remaining air A CAUTION If the bottle is shaken after the injection hose is screwed on tire sealant could spray out from the injection hose Tire sealant contacting clothing or other objects may be impossible to remove Shake the bottle before screwing on the injection hose ie Valve core tool 7 7 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page312 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire A CAUTION If there is air remaining in the tire when the valve core is removed the valve core could fly out Remove the valve core carefully 8 Turn the valve core counterclockwise with the valve core tool and remove the valve core Valve Valve core p 2 Store the valve core in a place where it won t get dirty 9 Remove the plug from the injection hose and insert the injection hose into the valve Plug oec Injection hose 7 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 312 1 10 Hold the bottom of the bottle upright squeeze the bottle with your hands and inject the entire amount of tire sealant into the tire NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused Purchase a new tire sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda Dealer 11 Pull out the in
212. e seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way cannot spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed Never use one belt for more than one person at a time and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained ACAUTION A seat belt or child restraint system can become very hot in a closed vehicle during warm weather To avoid burning yourself or a child check them before you or your child touches them NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child restraint systems in the rear seat When using these anchors to secure a child restraint system refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 37 2 29 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page42 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint System Installation Position In this owner s manual explanation of child restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular child restraint systems infant seat child seat booster seat NOTE Installation position is determined by the type of child restraint system Always read the manufacturer s instructions and this owner s manual carefully Due to variations in the design of child restraint systems vehicle seats and seat belts all child restraint
213. e sports coverage from over 150 schools Plus 24 7 sports talk with channels like SIRIUS NFL Radio SIRIUS NASCAR Radio and more Exclusive Entertainment and Talk The biggest names compelling talk hilarious comedy Hear Howard Stern Martha Stewart Jamie Foxx Blue Collar Comedy Playboy Radio political talk and more World class News Stay informed with FOX CNN CNBC NPR BBC and more Plus local traffic and weather Family amp Kids Entertain the entire family with Radio Disney Kids Place Live Laugh USA and more Sign up for SIRIUS Radio today For more information visit www sirius com Satellite radio can be subscribed to and received in the United States Except Alaska and Hawaii and Canada How to Activate Satellite Radio You must call SIRIUS to activate your service Activation is free and takes only a few minutes 6 33 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page250 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System SIRIUS service uses an ID code to identify your radio This code is needed to activate SIRIUS service and report any problems To activate you SIRIUS radio tuner call a SIRIUS customer service specialist at 1 888 539 7474 or you can visit SIRIUS online at www sirius com Please have the following information ready SIRIUS ID 12 digit electronic serial no or ESN Valid credit card information may not be required at initial sign up Be sure you are
214. e started without use of the LOCK accelerator The display of the variable red zone in the A WARNING tachometer changes according to the Do not stop the engine while the temperature of the engine coolant To vehicle is moving protect the engine when the engine coolant Stopping the engine while the vehicle temperature is low the engine does not run is moving for any reason other than at high speeds The fuel supply will be cut in an emergency is dangerous at an rpm lower than the red zone Stopping the engine while the vehicle Refer to Tachometer on page 5 38 is moving will result in reduced If the engine does not start the first time maneuverability and braking ability refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under due to the loss of power steering and Emergency Starting If the engine still does power braking which could cause an not start have your vehicle inspected by an accident and serious injury Authorized Mazda Dealer page 7 19 A CAUTION When leaving the vehicle make sure the ignition is switched off NOTE The electrical fan in the engine compartment could turn on for a few minutes after the ignition is switched from ON to OFF whether or not the A C is on or off to cool the engine compartment quickly Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 148 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Brake System V Foot Brake Your Mazda has power assisted brakes
215. e tire pressure sensors may be damaged NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System When tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls are used the system may not function correctly even with a genuine wheel Refer to System Error Activation on page 5 34 Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5 34 If a tire wears evenly a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread Replace the tire when this happens Tread wear indicator x 4 BR T f New tread Worn tread You should replace the tire before the band crosses the entire tread 8 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 358 1 NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire The period in which the tire was manufactured both week and year is indicated by a 4 digit number Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 21 V Temporary Spare Tire Your Mazda is not equipped with a spare tire If you require a spare tire consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make
216. e trunk trim set the trunk trim in place and insert the clips without the internal pin then insert the pins and engage them License plate light 1 Press the front of the lens to detach the front tabs 8 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 2 Wrap the end of a flathead screwdriver in a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the flathead screwdriver 3 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page367 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 367 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light Rear Courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Overhead light Map lights Front saat 1 Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with 1 Remove the screws with a Phillips a soft cloth to prevent damage to the screwdriver lens and remove the lens by carefully 2 Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft prying on the edge of the lens with the cloth to prevent damage to the trim and screwdriver gently insert it in the overhead light as shown in the figure and then remove the overhead light unit 2 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 4 Disconnect the bulb from the socket 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal 8 35
217. ealer 4 11 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 140 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 140 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle s suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough uneven roads or over speed bumps Use care not to damage the vehicle s underbody bumpers or muffler s when driving under the following conditions Ascending or descending a slope with a sharp transition angle Ascending or descending a driveway or trailer ramp with a sharp transition angle Your vehicle is equipped with low profile tires allowing class leading performance and handling As a result the sidewall of the tires are very thin and the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes or on rough uneven roads at excessive speeds Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough uneven roads or through potholes 4 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition 141 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 141 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda RX 8 is not designed for towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda RX 8 4 13 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 142 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 142 1 4 14 For
218. ed to the Bluetooth Hands Free phone book can be cleared NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Phone book 3 Prompt Select one of the following new entry edit list names delete or erase all or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Delete Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C Black plate 285 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 5 Prompt Please say the name of the entry you would like to delete or say List names or say cancel to return to main menu 6 Say Beep Ex John s phone Say the registered voice tag to be deleted from the phone book 7 Prompt Deleting XXXXX Ex John s phone Registered voice tag Home Registered location Is this correct 8 Say Beep Yes 9 Prompt Ex John s phone Registered voice tag Home Registered location deleted returning to main menu Complete deletion of the phone book data All data registered to the Bluetooth
219. ed weight on the front passenger seat Some smoke non toxic gas will be released when the air bags and pretensioners deploy This does not indicate a fire This gas normally has no effect on occupants however those with sensitive skin may experience light skin irritation If residue from the deployment of the air bags or the front pretensioner system gets on the skin or in the eyes wash it off as soon as possible 2 21 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page34 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light x If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Self servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death
220. ed while in AUTO control the AUTO switch indicator turns off Mode selector switch Fan control dial By pressing the AUTO switch the A C switch following functions will be automatically e Windshield defroster switch controlled in accordance with the selected set temperature Airflow temperature Amount of airflow Selection of airflow mode Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H The functions for dials and switches other than those operated in the above continue to operate in AUTO control 6 11 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page228 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system Temperature control dial Hot This dial controls temperature Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold Fan control dial Slow Fast The fan has seven speeds The selected speed will be displayed 6 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 228 1 Mode selector switch The desired airflow mode can be selected page 6 4 NOTE With the airflow mode set to position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central left and right vents To set the air vent to W press the windshield defroster switch switch Pressing the A C switch while the AUTO
221. ed with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels The common gasoline blend that can be used with your vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10 Gasoline containing alcohol such as ethanol or methanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty Gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol 4 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel31 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 131 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system the catalytic converter is part of this system that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements A WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable Parking over or near anything flammable such as dry grass is dangerous Even with the engine turned off the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite anything flammable A resulting fire could cause serious injury or death CAUTION Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst inside the converter or cause the converter to get very hot Either condition will damage the conv
222. edure page 3 16 V Advanced Key Left in vehicle Warning Beep If an advanced key is left in the vehicle cabin and all doors are locked using a separate advanced key a beep sound is heard for about 10 seconds to remind the driver that the advanced key has been left in the vehicle cabin If this happens the doors lock but the functions of the advanced key left in the vehicle cabin may be temporarily suspended Perform the following procedure to restore the functions of the advanced key page 3 16 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page89 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 89 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System When Warning Indicator Beep is Activated Under the following conditions warning beeps are heard and a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster illuminates to notify the driver of improper operation of the advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle page 3 17 Warning How to check Check whether the ignition has been switched off When a door is open three beep sounds are heard and the KEY Check whether the advanced key has warning light red in the instrument cluster flashes been removed from the vehicle When a door is open a continuous beep sound will be heard When a door is closed a beep sound is heard six times and the KEY Check whether the advanced key has warning light red in the instrument cluster flashes been removed from the vehicle
223. een indicators on the dashboard show which signal is working Lane change signals Move the lever slightly toward the direction of the change until the indicator flashes and hold it there It will return to the off position when released NOTE If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 0 Black plate 205 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fog Lights Use this switch to turn on the fog lights They help you to see as well as to be seen To turn the fog lights on rotate the fog light switch to the 40 position The headlight switch must be in the O position before turning on the fog lights Fog light switch To turn them off rotate the fog light switch to the OFF position or turn the headlight switch to the 2002 or OFF position NOTE The fog lights will turn off when the headlights are set at high beam With auto light control If the fog light switch is in the ON position and the headlight switch is in the AUTO position the fog lights will be turned on when the headlights the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are automatically turned on Some models 5 63 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page206 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Windshield Wipers and The ignition must be switched O
224. eep grade the vehicle may momentarily slow down while ascending or speed up while descending Cruise control will turn off if the vehicle speed decreases below 30 km h 19 mph when cruise is activated such as when climbing a steep grade 5 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 166 1 o To Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures To increase speed using cruise control switch Press up the cruise control RES switch and hold it Your vehicle will accelerate Release the switch at the speed you want RES Cruise control SET switch Your vehicle has a tap up feature that allows you to increase your current speed in increments of 1 6 km h 1 mph by a momentary tap of the cruise control RES switch Multiple taps will increase your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel67 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM To increase speed using accelerator pedal Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate to the desired speed Press down the cruise control SET switch and release it immediately RES Cruise control SET switch NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on Greater speed will not interfere with or change the set speed Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed To Decrease Cruising Speed Press down the cruise control SET switch and hol
225. eets the specific emission and safety standards of the country in which the vehicle will be driven Consequently your vehicle may require modifications at personal expense in order to meet the regulations In addition you should be aware of the following issues Satisfactory vehicle servicing may be difficult or impossible in another country The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable Parts servicing techniques and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries 9 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page397 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 397 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories Non genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores These may fit your vehicle but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles When you install non genuine parts or accessories they could affect your vehicle s performance or safety systems the Mazda warranty doesn t cover this Before you install any non genuine parts or accessories consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A WARNING Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non genuine parts or accessories Installation of non genuine parts or accessories
226. egistration of a Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone to Bluetooth Hands Free refer to Bluetooth Hands Free preparation page 6 61 Registered mobile phone read out Bluetooth Hands Free can read out the mobile phones registered to its system NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Pairing options 5 Prompt Do you want to pair a phone delete a phone or list paired phones 6 Say Beep List phones Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 287 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 7 Prompt XXXXX XXXXX Ex Phone A phone B phone C The voice guidance reads out the phone tags registered to the hands free system Press the voice recognition hands free switch during the read out at the desired phone and then say one of the following voice comman
227. em page 3 46 for information regarding keys and engine starting With theft deterrent system Refer to Theft Deterrent System page 3 51 for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft 3 2 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page73 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 73 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Panic button Trunk button Lock button Auxiliary key Unlock button Operation indicator light B J Key code number plate A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set detach this plate and store it in a safe place not in the vehicle for use if you need to make a replacement key Also write down the code number and keep it in another safe and handy place but not in the vehicle If your key is lost consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready 3 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page74 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 74 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System A CAUTION gt Because the advanced key uses low intensity radio waves it may not function correctly under the following conditions The advanced key is carried with communication devices such as cellular phones The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object The advanced key is near electroni
228. em after the air bags have inflated Touching the components of the supplemental restraint system after the air bags have inflated is dangerous Immediately after inflation they are very hot You could get burned Never install any front end equipment to your vehicle Installation of front end equipment such as frontal protection bar kangaroo bar bull bar push bar or other similar devices snowplow or winches is dangerous The air bag crash sensor system could be affected This could cause air bags to inflate unexpectedly or it could prevent the air bags from inflating during an accident Front occupants could be seriously injured Do not modify the suspension Modifying the vehicle suspension is dangerous If the vehicle s height or the suspension is modified the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collision resulting in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries Do not modify the supplemental restraint system Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable Do not make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system This includes installing trim badges or anything else over the air bag modules It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation o
229. em on the front passenger seat first re install your child restraint system according to the procedure in this owner s manual Then if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light still does not illuminate install the child restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates when an adult is seated in the front passenger seat have the passenger re adjust their posture by sitting with their feet on the floor and then re fastening the seat belt If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light still illuminates move the passenger to the rear seat If sitting in the rear seat is not possible slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible Driver and front passenger buckle switches The buckle switches on the front seat belts detect whether or not the front seat belts are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 2 51 8 8 7 1 Edition Page64 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 64 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Side and Curtain Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force an electrical current is sent to the inflators Gases are produced to inflate the side and curtain air bags and after the inflation the side and curtain air bags quick
230. emical agents or fluids using a soft cloth immediately High water temperature and high water pressure car washers are available depending on the type of high pressure car washer device If the car washer nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or aimed at one area for an extended period of time it could deform plastic parts or damage the paint Do not use wax containing compounds polish Otherwise it could result in paint damage In addition do not use an electrical or air tool to apply wax Otherwise the frictional heat generated could result in deformation of plastic parts or paint damage 8 47 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page380 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Interior Care Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard 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 contain ingredients which may cause discoloration wrinkling cracks and peeling Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner Clean vinyl with a leather and vinyl cleaner Leather Remove dust and sand first using a vacuum cleaner or other means then wipe dirt off using a soft cloth with a leather cleaner or a soft cloth soaked in mild soa
231. emory button 6 PIN CLEARED appears which indicates that the master code input has been completed 7 The ID code is set to the default 0000 and the initialization process is completed 6 39 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page256 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE Master code The Master Code is used to initialize or re initialize the ID code in the event that the code is not set to 0000 and or the personalized ID code is not known The initialization process resets the ID code to 0000 The master code can potentially defeat the intent of the security of the parental lock if it is located by persons not authorized by the owner to access certain channels SIRIUS Satellite Radio Master Code 0913 NOTE When a numeric value other than the master code is input and the auto memory button is pressed SRI Err is displayed and then it returns to the SRI display again fan ID code is not input for ten seconds Err is displayed and it returns to the former display Channel preset buttons 1 2 3 4 and the auto memory button are used for inputting the ID code Buttons 5 and 6 cannot be used Change of ID code Setting condition SAT mode When changing the ID code the new ID code is input after the previous one is input first Registered ID code input 1 Press and hold the auto memory button then press channel preset button 5 Hold both b
232. end these shift points Gear Vehicle speed 1 to2 23 km h 14 mph 2 to3 35 km h 22 mph 3 04 47 km h 29 mph 4to5 58 km h 36 mph 5 to 6 74 km h 46 mph RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel55 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM For cruising Vehicle speed 1 to2 23 km h 14 mph 2 to 3 34 km h 21 mph 3 to4 45 km h 28 mph 4to5 56 km h 35 mph 5 to 6 68 km h 42 mph Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade downshift before the engine starts to overwork This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed On a steep downgrade downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 155 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving S 13 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel56 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 156 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts Indicates that you must depress 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 NOTE The beep sounds to indicate engine overrev when the tachometer needle enters the striped zone The display of the variable red zone in the tachometer changes according to the
233. enger Indicator A A x Beep DIDID O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated Flashing Beep Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed NOTE To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference When small child sits on the front passenger seat it is possible that neither the warning light nor the warning beep operate Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Door Ajar Warning Light m 7 This warning light illuminates when any door or the trunk is not securely closed Close the door or the trunk securely before driving the vehicle V Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light xe ab This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains Add fluid page 8 17 V Automatic Transmission Warning Light AT This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON The light illuminates when the transmission has a problem 5 49 Some models RX 8 8BQ7 EA
234. ent not installed on your vehicle 2010 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan Aug 2010 Print1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H s RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page4 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM How to Use This Manual We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle Your owner s manual when read from cover to cover can do that in many ways Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda By reading your manual you can find out about the features important safety information and driving under various road conditions The symbol below in this manual means Do not do this or Do not let this happen Index A good place to start is the Index an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual You ll find several WARNINGs CAUTIONSs and NOTEs in the manual A WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored A CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your vehicle or both could result if the caution is ignored Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 1 4 1 NOTE A NOTE provides information and sometimes suggests how to make better use of your vehicle The symbol below located on some parts of the vehicle indicates that this manual contains information related to the part Please refer to the manua
235. eploy during a collision If the front passenger weight sensors are working properly the indicator light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON After a specified period of time it goes out 2 47 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page60 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 0 Black plate 60 1 The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions Condition detected by front passenger occupant Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light Front passenger front and side air bags Front passenger seat belt pretensioner classification system system Empty Not occupied Off Deactivated Deactivated Child or child restraint On Deactivated Deactivated system Adult Off Ready Ready Ifthe front passenger seat belt is buckled the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates however this does not indicate a malfunction 2 Ifa larger child sits on the front passenger seat the sensors might detect the child as being an adult depending on the child s physique 3 Ifa smaller adult sits on the front passenger seat the sensors might detect the person as being a child depending on the person s physique The curtain air bag is always ready to inflate and is not deactivated like the front passenger front and side air
236. equired to use this system 8 Say Beep Say a desired 4 digit passcode PCode 9 Prompt Passcode XX XX Passcode PCode Is this correct 10 Say Beep Yes 11 Prompt Passcode is enabled returning to main menu Using Bluetooth Hands Free with a passcode 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 289 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Prompt Hands Free system is locked State the passcode to continue 3 Say Beep Say the set passcode 4 If the correct passcode is input voice guidance Ex Mary s phone Phone tag is connected is announced If the passcode is incorrect voice guidance XXXX 4 digit passcode Pcode incorrect passcode please try again is announced Canceling the passcode NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicl
237. er rotation inflate all tire pressures to specification page 10 6 and inspect the lug nuts for tightness A CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear not from side to side Tire performance will be reduced if rotated from side to side CAUTION Limited Slip Differential system don t use the following Tires not of the designated size Tires of different sizes or types at the same time Tires not sufficiently inflated If these instructions aren t followed the rotation of the left and right wheels will be different and will thus apply a constant load on the limited slip differential This will cause a malfunction V Replacing a Tire WARNING Always use tires that are in good condition Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced braking steering and traction could result in an accident Replace all four tires at the same time Replacing just one tire is dangerous It could cause poor handling and poor braking resulting in loss of vehicle control Mazda strongly recommends that you replace all four tires at the same time 8 25 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page358 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance A CAUTION With Tire Pressure Monitoring System When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or th
238. erate or even make the vehicle move NOTE Refer to Immobilizer System page 3 49 for information regarding keys and engine starting Refer to Thefi Deterrent System page 3 51 for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft The keys operate all locks Retractable type key 1 Key code number plate 3 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 90 1 A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set detach this plate and store it in a safe place not in the vehicle for use if you need to make a replacement key NOTE Write down the code number and keep it in a separate safe and convenient place but not in the vehicle If your key is lost consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have your code number ready Some types of key chains cannot be attached to the retractable type key In this case use the key ring provided with the transmitter which has the key code number plate attached Key ring 8 8 7 1 Edition Page91 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 91 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Key extend retract method Retractable type key To extend the key press the release button Keyless Entry System with Retractable Type Key This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk lid and opens the power windows It can also help you signal for
239. erational range is reduced R l 2 Replacing the battery at an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent damage to the advanced key If replacing the battery by yourself follow the instruction below eplacing the advanced key batter Pull out the auxiliary key Release the cap using a small flathead screwdriver then rotate and remove the cap CAUTION Do not turn the cap excessively The cap may be damaged 3 5 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page76 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 76 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 3 Insert a small 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 6 Reinsert the auxiliary key 3 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Service If you have a problem with the advanced keyless functions consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer If your advanced key is lost or stolen bring all remaining advanced keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen advanced key inoperative A CAUTION Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edi
240. erter and cause poor performance gt USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction Do not coast with the ignition switch turned off Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off gt Do not operate the engine at high idle for more than 2 minutes Do not tamper with the emission control system All inspections and adjustments must be made by a qualified technician Do not push start or pull start your vehicle NOTE Under U S federal law any modification to the original equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties In some states such modification made on a used vehicle is also subject to penalties NOTE While the engine is off the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard from inside and outside of the cabin interior however this does not indicate an abnormality Your vehicle has a self checking device and it operates while the engine is off 4 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page132 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 132 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust Carbon Monoxide AWARNING 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 is colorless odorless and poisonous When inhaled
241. es with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Passcode 6 73 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page290 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 5 Prompt Passcode is enabled Would you like to disable it 6 Say Beep Yes 7 Prompt Passcode is disabled returning to main menu Confirmation Prompts The confirmation prompt confirms the command content to the user before advancing to the operation requested by the user When this function is turned on the system reads out the voice input command previously received and confirms whether the command is correct before advancing to the command execution When the confirmation prompt function is turned on Ex Calling John s phone Is this correct When the confirmation prompt function is turned off Ex Calling John s phone NOTE If the confirmation prompt function is turned off when making an emergency call the system reads out and confirms the command before executing it Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation s
242. esday July 14 2010 11 49 AM 0 Black plate 87 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Warning and Beep Sounds V System Malfunction Warning Light If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless function the KEY warning light red in the instrument cluster illuminates continuously CAUTION If the KEY warning light red remains illuminated do not continue to drive the vehicle with the advanced keyless function Park the vehicle in a safe place and use the auxiliary key to continue driving the vehicle Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Refer to Ignition Switch page 5 2 Start Knob Not in LOCK Warning Beep If the ignition is switched to ACC and the driver s door is opened a continuous beep sound will be heard to notify the driver that the ignition has not been switched off In this case the keyless entry system does not operate the car cannot be locked and the battery will run down Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Advanced Key Removed from Vehicle Warning Beep Under the following conditions a beep sound will be heard and the KEY warning light red will flash continuously when the ignition has not been switched off to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed The KEY warning light red will stop flashing when the advanced key is back inside the vehicle The ignition has not been switched off the dr
243. eseeeseeeceeeeseeseeeneeneees 5 70 HomeLink Wireless Control System 5 70 Some models 5 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel44 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch Auxiliary key with advanced key NOTE When starting the engine using the advanced key refer to Starting the Engine page 3 9 When starting the engine with the auxiliary key perform the following procedure 1 Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key page 3 16 2 Make sure the start knob is in OFF LOCK position 3 Remove the start knob by pulling it outward while pressing the buttons on both the left and right sides Cx 4 Insert the auxiliary key in the ignition switch 5 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 144 1 V Ignition Switch Positions The engraved mark LOCK indicated in the illustration may differ from that indicated on the actual vehicle it may read OFF OFF LOCK The power supply to electrical devices is turned off Only in this position can the key be removed Manual transmission To switch the ignition from ACC to OFF LOCK push the key in at the ACC position then turn it to OFF LOCK position ACC LOCK Push the key RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel45 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM C p Black plate 145 1 Automatic
244. etal container or in the trunk the call may not be connected using Bluetooth If communication is not possible change the location of the mobile telephone V Component Parts Bluetooth Hands Free consists of the following items Voice Recognition Hands Free switch nformation display Microphone Audio unit Navigation system Voice Recognition Hands Free switch Basic functions of Bluetooth Hands Free can be used for such things as making calls or hanging up using the voice recognition hands free switch on the steering wheel Voice recognition hands free switch Phone button 6 58 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H d Black plate 274 1 Voice Recognition Hands Free switch operations A short press or a long press of the voice recognition hands free switch is used to operate the system as follows Short press Press the button less than 0 7 sec Long press Press the button 0 7 sec or more Information display When available the information display shows telephone numbers Bluetooth Hands Free messages and operation status DISCIN CAT ST RPT RDM AUTO M ER RT Hi Hu Hl L ER ERROR D ERE TEE EHI EHH B
245. ever use warm or hot water for removing snow or ice from windows and mirrors as it could result in the glass cracking e e Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C Black plate 137 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Braking performance can be adversely affected if snow or ice adheres to the brake equipment If this situation occurs drive the vehicle slowly releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal V Snow Tires Use snow tires on all four wheels Do not go faster than 120 km h 75 mph while driving with snow tires Inflate snow tires 30 kPa 0 3 kgf cm 4 3 psi more than recommended on the tire pressure label rear door on the driver s side but never more than the maximum cold tire pressure shown on the tires Your vehicle is originally equipped with summer tires designed for optimum traction on wet and dry roads If your vehicle is to be used on snow and ice covered roads Mazda recommends that you replace the tires originally equipped on your vehicle with snow tires during the winter months AWARNING Use only the same size and type tires snow radial or non radial on all four wheels Using tires different in size or type is dangerous Your vehicle s handling could be greatly affected and result in an accident A CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires 4 9 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition
246. f front seats It is important to protect the air bag wiring and connections to assure that the bags do not accidentally deploy the driver seat slide position sensor and front passenger seat weight sensors are not damaged and that the seats retain an undamaged air bag connection NOTE When an air bag deploys a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released Neither is likely to cause injury however the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction Should you sell your Mazda we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them from the Owner s Manual is important 2 43 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page56 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags o Black plate 56 1 Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems SRS have two basic subsystems The air bag system with inflators and air bags The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module The air bags are mounted in the following locations The steering wheel hub The front passenger dashboard The outboard sides of the front seatbacks The front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides The air bags are out of sight until activated D Driver Front passenger dual stage i
247. f or the ignition is switched to ACC with the key inserted a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened Y Lights On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened NOTE When the advanced keyless function is used and the start knob is in the ACC position the Start Knob Not in Lock Warning Beep page 3 17 overrides the lights on reminder V Engine Overrev Warning Beep The beep sounds to indicate engine overrev when the tachometer needle enters the striped zone page 5 38 Some models 5 57 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page200 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Beep 3 The warning beep sound will be heard for about 3 seconds when there is any abnormality in tire inflation pressures page 5 30 V Advanced Keyless Warning with Advanced Key Warning indicators for the advanced key such as the advanced key removed from vehicle warning use a beep sound and warning indicator lights in the instrument cluster Refer to Warning and Beep Sounds on page 3 17 Engine Oil Level Warning Beep When the engine oil level is low the engine oil level warning light flashes and the warning beep activates for a brief period After the warning light stops flashing and illuminates the beeper sto
248. f the DSC system will activate Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult When this happens turn off the TCS DSC Ifthe TCS DSC is off when the engine is turned off it automatically activates when the ignition is switched ON Leaving the TCS DSC on will provide the best stability When the TCS DSC is off the TCS DSC does not activate but the brake LSD Limited Slip Differentials function remains Ifthe DSC OFF switch is pressed and held for a second or more the TCS DSC system may become inoperative due to the system detecting a switch problem If the TCS DSC system becomes inoperative the TCS DSC and the DSC OFF indicator lights illuminate simultaneously In this case turn off the engine and restart it to restore the TCS DSC 5 29 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel72 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 172 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS monitors the pressure for each tire If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pressure data by radio signal to the receiver unit in the vehicle Tire pressure sensors NOTE When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes
249. familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings from the vehicle s Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label A WARNING Overloaded Vehicle Overloading a vehicle is dangerous The results of overloading can have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety Too much weight on a vehicle s suspension system can cause spring or shock absorber failure brake failure handling or steering problems irregular tire wear tire failure or other damage Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control It also increases the distance required for stopping In cases of serious overloading brakes can fail completely particularly on steep grades The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of the tire its load range and corresponding inflation pressure Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle s weight ratings from the vehicle s Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels 9 33 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page416 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 416 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your deale
250. fficiently inflated If these instructions aren t followed the rotation of the left and right wheels will be different and will thus apply a constant load on the limited slip differential This will cause a malfunction V Replacing a Tire A WARNING Always use tires that are in good condition Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced braking steering and traction could result in an accident If a tire wears evenly a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread Replace the tire when this happens Tread wear indicator 1 T New tread Worn tread You should replace the tire before the band crosses the entire tread 9 31 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page414 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 414 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire The period in which the tire was manufactured both week and year is indicated by a 4 digit number Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 21 Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tir
251. fore vehicles built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada However in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and not related to travelers on vacation You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of Canada Recommended fuel may be unavailable Any kind of leaded fuel or low octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine Proper repair facilities tools testing equipment and replacement parts may not be available Please refer to your Manufacturer s Warranty Booklet for more information 9 13 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQT7 EA 10H Edition Page396 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 396 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country Except United States and Canada Registering your vehicle in a foreign country may be problematic depending on whether it m
252. formation A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction 8 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 344 1 gt U S A and CANADA ILSAC Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 E 2 0 5W 20 20 40 60 80 100 120 8 8 7 1 Edition Page345 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 345 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Except U S A and CANADA 4 Remove the service cover ILSAC The quality designation SL SM or ILSAC 5 Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and must be on the label C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W 20 V Inspecting Engine Oil Level 6 Pull it out again and examine the level The level is normal if it is between 1 Be sure the vehicle is on a level Low and Full surface If it is near or below Low add enough oil to bring the level to Full 2 Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature A CAUTION 3 Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes Do no
253. gain during this interval Preset channel tuning The 6 preset channels can be used to store 6 AM and 12 FM stations 1 To set a channel first select AM FMI or FM2 Tune to the desired station 2 Depress a channel preset button for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The preset channel number and station frequency will be displayed The station is now held in the memory 3 Repeat this operation for the other stations and bands you want to store To tune one in the memory select AM FMI or FM2 and then press its channel preset button The station frequency and the channel number will be displayed NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be erased Auto memory tuning This 1s especially useful when driving in an area where the local stations are not known Additional AM FM stations can be stored without disturbing the previously set channels Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 247 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Press and hold the auto memory button AUTO M for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard the system will automatically scan and temporarily store up to 6 stations with the strongest frequencies in each selected band in that area After scanning is completed the station with the strongest frequency will be tuned and its frequency displayed Press and release the auto memory button AUTO
254. gerous because the seatback folds down suddenly when operated which could result in an accident or injury Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 8 8 7 1 Edition Pagel8 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Recaro manufactured bucket seats Pull the lever upward to fold the seatback forward To return the seatback to its on road position To return the seatback to its on road position press the seatback rearward until is locks in place After returning the seatback to its on road position make sure it is secured by attempting to lightly move it forward and back 2 6 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 1 18 1 Driver s Seat Electrically Operated Seat The power operated seat is available only on the driver s seat The front passenger seat is manually operated Refer to Front Seats Manually Operated Seats page 2 2 for adjustment instructions 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel9 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 19 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING CAUTION Do not modify or replace the front gt The seat bottom power seats adjustment is operated by motors Modifying or replacing the front seats Avoid extended operation because such as replacing the upholstery or excessive use can damage the loosening any bolts is dangerous The motors front seats contain air bag gt To prevent
255. ghts and Beep Sounds Cruise Set Indicator Light Green The indicator light illuminates green when a cruising speed has been set V Lights On Indicator Light 200 This indicator light illuminates when the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are on V Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light o This indicator light illuminates when the ignition 1s switched ON and turns off when the engine is started If the light remains illuminated after the engine is started or illuminates while driving turn off the engine after parking in a safe place and then start the engine again If the light does not illuminate after restarting the engine this indicates that the power steering is restored and normal steering is possible If the light remains illuminated the power steering is still inoperable Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 56 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction indicator light illuminates Steering is possible but requires more physical effort Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy but this does not indicate a malfunction If this occurs park the vehicle safely and wait a few minutes for the system to return to normal Headlight
256. h could result in an accident Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades depress the accelerator fully The transmission will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed Climbing steep grades from a stop To climb a steep grade from a stopped position 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Shift to D or M1 depending on the load weight and grade steepness 3 Release the brake pedal while gradually accelerating 5 21 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel64 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running If the engine 1s off or if the power steering system is inoperable you can still steer but it requires more physical effort If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light o This indicator light illuminates when the ignition 1s switched ON and turns off when the engine is started If the light remains illuminated after the engine is started or illuminates while driving turn off the engine after parking in a safe place and then start the engine again If the light does not illuminate after restarting the engine this indicates that the power steering is restored and normal steering is possible If the light remains illuminated the power s
257. h with a short press To reject the call press the voice recognition hands free switch with a long press s Voice recognition hands free switch Phone button Hanging Up a Call Press the voice recognition hands free switch during the call with a long press A beep sound will confirm that call is ended RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page281 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Volume Adjustment The power volume dial of the audio unit or navigation system is used to adjust the volume Turn the dial to the right to increase volume to the left to decrease it Audio unit Navigation system NOTE The volume can also be adjusted using the volume button on the steering wheel The music volume of the audio unit and the navigation system cannot be adjusted while Bluetooth Hands Free is being used Help Function Use The help function informs the user of all the available voice commands under the current conditions 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 2 Say Beep Help 3 Follow the prompts to receive the appropriate voice guidance instructions Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 281 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free Convenient Use of the Hands Free System V Phone Book Usage Phone book registration Phone numbers can be registered to the Bluetooth Hands Free phone book NOTE Do this function only when
258. hanges to the song title display mode If there are more than eight characters in the song title it is possible to display the remaining part of the song title one character at a time each time the display feed dial is rotated one increment clockwise Three more seconds after scrolling the song title the display automatically returns to display the first part of the song title If there is no song title No SONG is displayed 6 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 254 1 INFO such as composer s name display e When the display button is pressed while in song title display mode it changes to the INFO display mode Ifthere are more than eight characters in the composer s name it is possible to display the remaining part of the name one character at a time each time the display feed dial is rotated one increment clockwise Three seconds after scrolling the text the display automatically returns to display the first part of the text Ifthere is no composer name No INFO is displayed Instant replay This function allows you to rewind and replay the program that you were previously or are currently listening to Press the instant replay button PI When the seek tuning button V is pressed about 1 5 seconds playback starts from the beginning of the current program When the seek tuning button V is pressed twice playback starts from the beginning of the previous progra
259. he screw cap on the compressor and bleed some of the air out 17 When the tire has been inflated to the proper inflation pressure turn the compressor switch off and remove the compressor hose from the tire valve 7 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 314 1 18 Install the tire valve cap 19 Put the emergency flat tire repair kit in the trunk and continue driving A CAUTION Drive carefully to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and keep the vehicle speed below 80 km h 50 mph Ifthe vehicle is driven 80 km h so mph or higher the vehicle might begin to vibrate NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System If the tire is not properly inflated the tire pressure monitoring system warning light will illuminate page 5 32 20 After driving the vehicle for 10 minutes or 5 km 3 miles check the tire pressure with the tire pressure gauge equipped with the compressor If the tire pressure has fallen below the correct tire pressure inflate the tire to the correct pressure again following the steps from number 15 CAUTION gt If the tire inflation pressure falls below 130 kPa 1 3 kgf cm or bar 18 9 psi repair cannot be done with the repair kit Park the vehicle on a level surface off the right of way and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer gt If the tire inflation pressure continues to remain low after repeating steps 14 to 21 park the vehicle on a level surface off the
260. he number of characters including the file extension mp3 exceeds 32 characters it may not be fully displayed Message display If CHECK CD is displayed it means that there is some CD malfunction Check the CD for damage dirt or smudges and then properly reinsert If the message appears again take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service Operating the Auxiliary jack You can connect portable audio units such as an MP3 player or similar products on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers Refer to Auxiliary Input page 6 54 6 50 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 266 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page267 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 267 1 Interior Comfort Audio System V Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display find the cause in the chart If you cannot clear the error indication take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Indication Cause Solution Depending on the surrounding conditions such as large trees build ings or tunnels and special weather conditions SIRIUS radio reception may be diminished or temporarily interrupted Improve reception by moving away from possible obstructions If the error indication continues to display consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer ACQUIRING Satellite radio antenna Check the satellite radio antenna antenna
261. he rear door on the driver s side or door pillar The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the rear door on the driver s side or door pillar The GVW must never exceed the GVWR 9 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page419 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 419 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A SAMPLE E DATE GVWRIPNBV LB ITI KG FRONT GAWRIPNBE AV LB IKG REAR GAWR PNBE AR CLO LB CLL KG ITHIAVEC TIRESIPNEVS WITHIAVEC TIRESIPNEVS RIMS JANTES RIMSMANTES PSI COLD A FROID KPA LU PSI COLDIA FROID VINO TYPE BAR CODE UM J WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits Exceeding
262. her networks or in other electronic content distribution systems such as pay audio or audio on demand applications An independent license for such use is required For details please visit http www mp3licensing com This audio system handles MP3 files that have been recorded on CD R CD RW CD ROMs Discs that have been recorded using the following formats can be played SO 9660 level 1 ISO 9660 level 2 Joliet extended format Romeo extended format This unit handles MP3 files conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames This unit can play multi session recorded discs that have up to 40 sessions RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page237 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM This unit can play MP3s with sampling frequencies of 16 22 05 24 32 44 1 48 kHz This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps Nonetheless to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality it is recommended to use discs that have been recorded at a bit rate of 128 kbps or more If a disc has both music data CD DA and MP3 files playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded Packet written discs cannot be played on this unit This unit does not play CDs recorded using MP31 interactive PRO and RIFF MP3 formats About folders and files The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playb
263. horized Mazda Dealer When an Authorized Mazda Dealer changes your vehicle s tires they will complete the tire pressure sensor ID signal code registration When changing tires yourself If you or someone else changes tires you or someone else can also undertake the steps for the TPMS to complete the ID signal code registration 1 After tires have been changed switch the ignition ON then back to ACC or OFF 2 Wait for about 15 minutes 3 After about 15 minutes drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and the tire pressure sensor ID signal code will be registered automatically NOTE If the vehicle is driven within about 15 minutes of changing tires the tire pressure monitoring system warning light will flash because the sensor ID signal code would not have been registered If this happens park the vehicle for about 15 minutes afier which the sensor ID signal code will register upon driving the vehicle for 10 minutes Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 177 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Replacing tires and wheels A CAUTION When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be pos
264. ial symbols cannot be displayed e 6 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 238 1 Specialized glossa MP3 Abbreviation for MPEG Audio Layer 3 A technical standard for audio compression as decided by an ISO International Organization for Standardization MPEG working group Use of MP3 allows for audio data to be compressed to approximately a tenth of the source data size ISO 9660 An international standard for logical formatting of CD ROM files and folders It is divided into three separate levels based on differences in file naming procedures data configuration and other characteristics Multi session A session is the complete amount of data recorded from the beginning to the end of a single period of CD ROM CD R CD RW data recording Multi session refers to the existence of data from two or more sessions on a single disc Sampling Refers to the process of encoding analog audio data at regular intervals and converting it to digital data The sampling rate refers to the number of times a sample is taken in one second and is expressed in Hz units Increasing the sampling rate improves the sound quality but also increases the data size RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page239 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 239 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second expressed in bps bits per second Generally the larger
265. ice and quality service consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship will not be honored Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda s original equipment may perform maintenance But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts 8 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page335 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 335 1 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply Repeated short distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of idling or low speed operation Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates Driving in extremely hot conditions Driving in mountainous conditions continually If any do apply follow Schedule 2 Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2 NOTE After the prescribed period continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals Form No 8BQ7 EA 1
266. if rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbachs Furthermore sleeping up against the door or hanging out the windows in the vehicle could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection Give the side and curtain air bags room to work by sitting in the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly Do not attach objects on or around the area where driver and front passenger air bags deploy Attaching an object to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous In an accident an object could interfere with air bag inflation and injure the occupants Do not attach objects on or around the area where a side air bag deploys Attaching things to the front seat in such a way as to cover the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with the side air bag which inflates from the outboard side of the front seats impeding the added protection of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous Furthermore the bag could be cut open releasing the gas Do not hang net bags map pouches or backpacks with side straps on the front seats Never use seat covers on the front seats Always keep the side air bag modules in your front seats free to deploy in the event of a side collision Do not attach objects on or around the area where a curtain air
267. ificantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly To avoid false readings the
268. ill not function unless it is properly armed To properly secure the vehicle always make sure all windows are completely closed and all doors and the trunk lid are locked before leaving the vehicle Remember to take your key and transmitter V Operation System triggering conditions The horn sounds intermittently and the hazard warning lights flash for about 3 minutes when the system is triggered by any one of the following Forcing open a door the hood or the trunk lid Unlocking a door with the inside door lock knob Unlocking a door with the door lock switch Opening the hood by operating the hood release handle 3 51 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 122 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Opening the trunk lid by operating the trunk lid release button If the system is triggered again the lights and horn will activate until a door is unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with the key or with the transmitter With advanced key The lights and horn can also be deactivated by pressing the request switch on a door NOTE If the battery goes dead while the thefi deterrent system is armed the horn will activate and the hazard warning lights will flash when the battery is charged or replaced How to Arm the System 1 Close the windows and the moonroof securely 2 Remove the key from the ignition switch With advanced key Switch the ig
269. illumination dimmer and increase the illumination intensity To cancel the illumination dimmer rotate the thumb wheel upward fully You may hear a click sound and the illumination dimmer will be canceled NOTE This symbol indicates the thumb wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard illumination If the dashboard illumination switch is kept at the illumination dimmer cancel position the instrument cluster and the information display will not dim when the headlight switch is turned to the 2005 or SO position again Rotate the dashboard illumination knob to activate the illumination dimmer 5 40 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 182 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page183 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 183 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning Indicator Lights Warning Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning Indicator Lights Brake System Warning Light BRAKE Charging System Warning Light Engine Level Warning Light LOW Engine Coolant Level Warning Light GB Check Engine Light ABS Warning Light e ee t Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5 47 5 41 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 184 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 184 1 Driving Your
270. ine kerosene to protect this coating A CAUTION Do not use any detergent other than a mild detergent Otherwise the aluminum wheels can be stained or discolored Check the ingredients when using various kinds of cleaners NOTE Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner polishing compound or solvent on aluminum wheels They may damage the coating Always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels Rinse the wheels thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water Also be sure to clean the wheels after driving on dusty or salted roads to help prevent corrosion Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses high speed or hard brushes If your aluminum wheels lose luster wax the wheels With Tire Pressure Monitoring System Check special requirements for Tire Pressure Monitoring System Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H rectified spirit paint thinner highly acidic detergents or strongly alkaline detergents Otherwise these chemical agents can discolor or damage the surfaces resulting in a significant loss in functionality If plastic parts become inadvertently exposed to any of these chemical agents flush with water immediately If plastic parts such as the bumpers become inadvertently exposed to chemical agents or fluids such as gasoline oil engine coolant or battery fluid it could cause discoloration staining or paint peeling Wipe off any such ch
271. ing the advanced key from the vehicle NOTE The flashing KEY warning light red and the beep sound operate simultaneously page 3 19 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H KEY Indicator Light Green When illuminated When the start knob is pushed in from the OFF LOCK position the system confirms that the correct advanced key 1s inside the vehicle the KEY indicator light green illuminates and the start knob can be turned to the ACC position page 3 9 When flashing When the advanced key battery power is low the KEY indicator light flashes for 30 seconds after the start knob 1s turned from the ON position to the ACC or OFF LOCK position Replace with a new battery before the advanced key becomes unusable page 3 6 NOTE The advanced key can be set so that the KEY indicator light green does not flash even if the battery power is low Refer to Personalization Features on page 10 8 V Security Indicator Light ein This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition is switched from ON to ACC and the immobilizer system is armed 5 53 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 196 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda o Black plate 196 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds The light stops flashing when the ignition is switched ON with the correct ignition key At this time the immobilizer system is disarmed and the light illuminates for about 3 seconds a
272. ing the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident Always adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the parhing brake or the shift lever Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the parking brake or the shift lever is dangerous as it could interfere with driving resulting in an accident RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page271 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM A CAUTION gt Close the cover when the auxiliary jack is not in use to prevent foreign objects and liquids from penetrating the auxiliary jack gt Do not place objects or apply force to the auxiliary jack with the plug connected Depending on the portable audio device noise may occur when using the device with it connected to the accessory socket equipped on the vehicle If noise occurs do not use the accessory socket NOTE Before using the auxiliary jack read the manufacturer s instructions for the product being connected Usea commercially available non impedance 3 5 stereo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack Before using the auxiliary jack read the manufacturer s instructions for connecting a portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack To prevent discharging of the battery do not use the auxiliary input for long periods
273. instructions 2 37 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page50 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 50 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint V LATCH Child Restraint System Anchor bracket location Installation Procedure Rear Seats 1 Expand the open seams on the rear of the seat bottom slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors Tether strap position Tether strap NOTE The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child restraint system 2 Secure the child restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors bracket following the child restraint system manufacturer s instruction Pull on the child restraint to be sure both anchors are engaged 3 If your child restraint system came equipped with a tether that means it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety Please carefully follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing tethers 2 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 RX 8 8BQT7 EA 10H Edition Page51 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 51 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child restraint system Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child restraint system is dangerous This could weaken or damage the tether or tether
274. io unit the order in which the functions appear differs About 5 seconds after selecting any mode the volume function will be automatically selected To reset bass treble fade and balance press the audio control dial for 2 seconds The unit will beep and CLEAR will be displayed Automatic Level Control ALC Standard audio equipped model The automatic level control ALC is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed The volume increases in accordance with the increase in vehicle speed and decreases as vehicle speed decreases Select the desired ALC mode Cp ALC OFF wee ALC LEVELI Minimum ALC LEVELS ALC LEVELS ALC LEWEL 4 Medium ALC LEVELS ALC LEJELG ALC LEVEL Maximum 6 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 244 1 Turn the audio control dial to select ALC OFF or ALC LEVEL1 7 modes The selected mode will be indicated ALC OFF 4 ALC 1 HLC LEVEL 2 Uji N ALC LEVELS on ALC LEVEL A AUDIO CONT BLE LEUELS 4 ALC LEVELE lt ALC LEVEL AudioPilot 2 Bose Sound System equipped model AudioPilot 2 automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality in accordance with the level of noise entering the vehicle interior while driving When AudioPilot 2 is turned on the system automatically calculates the conditions
275. ion even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags could damage the front seats which contain essential air bag components If there was a subsequent collision an air bag may not deploy which could lead to injuries Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision 2 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 14 1 Make sure the adjustable components of a seat are loched in place Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous In a sudden stop or collision the seat or seatback could move causing injury Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place by attempting to slide the seat forward and backward and rocking the seatback Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is stopped Adjusting the driver s seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident A CAUTION Be careful not to place your hands and fingers around moving parts of the front seat when adjusting the seat positions to prevent injury Seat Slide To move a seat forward or backward raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever Standard 9 8 8 7 1 Edition Pagel5 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Recaro manufactured bucket seats Z2 Make sure the lever ret
276. ion against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Increase the separation between the equipment and tuner Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the tuner is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 249 1 Interior Comfort Audio System What is satellite radio With over 130 channels SIRIUS Satellite Radio brings you more of what you love Get 69 channels of 100 commercial free music plus all your favorite sports news talk and entertainment Everything worth listening to is now on SIRIUS 100 Commercial free Music With music from every genre artist dedicated channels live performances and more SIRIUS is the home of 100 commercial free music Live Sports Play by Play amp Expert Talk Hear every NFL game every NASCAR race and colleg
277. it 5 Prompt Please say the name of the entry you would like to edit or say List names or say cancel to return to main menu 6 Say Beep XXXXX Ex Mary s Say the voice tag for the registered name to be edited in the phone book 7 Prompt Home Work Mobile or Pager 8 Say Beep Home Say the registered location to be edited Home Work Mobile or 9 Prompt XXXXX Ex Mary s phone Registered voice tag XXXX Ex Home Registered location Is this correct 10 Say Beep Yes 11 Prompt The current number is XXXXXXXXXXX Ex 555 1234 Currently registered number New number please NOTE If there was no previous phone number registered to a location Ex Work the prompt will only read out Number please 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page285 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM 12 Say Beep Ex 666 1234 Say the new phone number to be registered 13 Prompt Ex 666 1234 The new phone number to be registered Is this correct 14 Say Beep Yes 15 Prompt Number changed Would you like to call this number edit another entry or say cancel to return to main menu Phone book data deletion Erasing individual phone book data Individual data register
278. it can cause loss of consciousness and death If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area Running the engine inside an enclosed area such as a garage is dangerous Exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could easily enter the cabin Loss of consciousness or even death could occur Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air when idling the engine Exhaust gas is dangerous When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the engine running for a long time even in an open area exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could enter the cabin Loss of consciousness or even death could occur Clear snow from underneath and around your vehicle particularly the tail pipe before starting the engine Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in deep snow is dangerous The exhaust pipe could be blocked by the snow allowing exhaust gas to enter the cabin Because exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide it could cause loss of consciousness or even death to occupants in the cabin 4 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 133 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 133 1 Before Getting In Be sure the windows outside mirrors and outside lights are clean Inspect inflation pressures and conditio
279. ith the start knob The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off NOTE The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed The alarm will not come on and the system will remain armed When the doors are unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter or request switch on the front doors or using the key while the thefi deterrent system is turned off the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel23 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 123 1 Knowing Your Mazda Security System To Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods Unlock a door with the key Open the trunk lid with the key Press the unlock button or press and hold the trunk button on the keyless entry system transmitter With advanced key e Press a request switch on the doors Press the unlock button or press and hold the trunk button on the transmitter NOTE If you have any problem with the theft deterrent system consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Theft Deterrent Labels A label indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft Deterrent System is in the glove compartment Mazda recommends that you affix it to the lower rear corner of a front door window 3 53 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX
280. iver s door is open and the advanced key 1s removed from the vehicle A beep sound will be heard three times However the beep sound will be heard continuously when the ignition is switched to ACC and the door is open due to the activation of the warning beep sound indicating that the ignition Is not switched off The ignition has not been switched off and all the doors are closed after removing the advanced key from the vehicle A beep sound will be heard six times NOTE Because the advanced key utilizes low intensity radio waves the Advanced Key Removed From Vehicle Warning may activate if the advanced key is carried together with a metal object or it is placed in a poor signal reception area within the vehicle V Request Switch Inoperable Warning Beep If the request switch for a front door is pressed under the following conditions while the advanced key is being carried a beep will be heard 6 times to indicate that the front doors cannot be locked A door is open door ajar included 3 17 2 8 8 7 1 Edition Page88 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Black plate 88 1 Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System The ignition has not been switched off The auxiliary key is inserted into the ignition switch V Advanced Key Battery Dead Warning When the ignition is switched to ACC or switched off from ON the KEY indicator light green flashe
281. jection hose from the valve Reinsert the valve core into the valve and turn it clockwise to install it 12 Attach the sticker that indicates completion of the tire repair on a flat outer surface of the repaired tire RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page313 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM NOTE Do not throw away the empty tire sealant bottle after use Return the empty tire sealant bottle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when replacing the tire The empty tire sealant bottle will need to be used to extract and dispose of the used sealant from the tire 13 Attach the vehicle speed restriction sticker in a place where the driver can easily see it A WARNING Do not attach the vehicle speed restriction sticker to the instrument panel as it would obstruct vision of areas such as warning light indicators or the speedometer Attaching the vehicle speed restriction sticker to the steering wheel pad is dangerous The sticker could interfere with air bag inflation and cause serious injury Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 313 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 14 Install the compressor hose to the tire valve Valve Compressor hose ay 15 Insert the compressor plug into the interior accessory socket and turn the ignition switch to the ACC position page 6 88 Compressor plug A CAUTION Before pulling out the compressor plug from the electrical socket make sure the
282. kPa 32 psi Vehicle capacity weight 308 kg 680 Ibs 10 6 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page433 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 433 1 Specifications V Fuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8 36 10 7 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page434 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 434 1 Personalization Features Personalization Features The following Personalization Features are possible These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Setting Function Initial Setting After Setting Change The advanced key s remaining battery level warning light in the instrument cluster can be Activated Deactivated deactivated Advancedikevicss The beep sound which is heard when entry y locking unlocking all doors or the trunk lid can Activated Deactivated be deactivated The function to automatically lock doors when leaving the vehicle while carrying the key can Deactivated Activated be activated 1 When the autolock function is operating the warning sound will be heard regardless of the setting 2 When the autolock function is enabled windows will not automatically close You must close them before leaving vehicle 10 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page435 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 435 1 Index F
283. ke certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items e g tools oil containers etc have been removed 2 Insert the support rod in its clip while holding up the hood Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood 3 Close the hood so that it locks securely 3 43 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell4 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Moonroof The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition is switched ON Slide switch Tilt switch A WARNING Do not let passengers stand up or extend part of their body through the open moonroof while the vehicle is moving Extending the head arms or other parts of the body through the moonroof is dangerous The head or arms could hit something while the vehicle is moving This could cause serious injury or death Make sure the opening is clear before closing the moonroof A closing moonroof is dangerous The hands head or even neck of a person especially a child could be caught in it as it closes causing serious injury or even death 3 44 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 114 1 NOTE Before washing your Mazda make sure the moonroof is completely closed so that water does not get inside the cabin area After washing your Mazda or after it rains wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water penetration
284. kes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 0 Black plate 377 1 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care When using a high water pressure car wash High water temperature and high water pressure car washers are available depending on the type of car wash machine If the car washer nozzle is put too close to the vehicle the force of the spray could damage or deform the molding affect the sealability of parts and allow water to penetrate the interior Keep a sufficient space 30 cm or more between the nozzle and the vehicle In addition do not spend too much time spraying the same area of the vehicle and be very careful when spraying between gaps in doors and around windows Waxing Your vehicle needs to be waxed when water no longer beads on the finish Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing it In addition to the vehicle body wax the metal trim to maintain its luster 1 Use wax which contains no abrasives Waxes containing abrasive will remove paint and could damage bright metal parts 2 Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic mica and solid colors 3 When waxing coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth 4 Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth NOTE A spot remover to remove oil tar and
285. king the oil level at every second fuel filling The oil consumption of the engine depends on engine speed and engine load Under extreme driving conditions oil consumption can be higher If the light flashes continuously If the warning light continues to flash do not drive at high speeds drive the vehicle at low engine rpm and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the system NOTE If the engine is turned off while the oil level indicator is flashing due to a system malfunction it may take a few minutes until the indicator starts flashing again after the engine is started V Engine Coolant Level Warning Light c This warning light indicates low engine coolant level 5 46 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H If the light illuminates while driving 1 Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Turn off the engine and inspect the engine coolant level page 8 14 If it s low add engine coolant 3 Check the light If the light remains illuminated even after you add engine coolant have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION Don t run the engine if the engine coolant level is low It could result in extensive engine damage V Check Engine Light kA This indicator light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON and turns off when the engine is started If this light illuminates while driving the vehicle may have a problem It is important to note the driving con
286. kip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button V once to skip back to the beginning of the current track Music scan This function scans the titles on a CD and plays 10 seconds of each song to aid you in finding a song you want to listen to Press the scan button SCAN during playback to start the scan play operation the track number will flash Press the scan button SCAN again to cancel scan playback NOTE If the unit is left in scan normal playback will resume where scan was selected Repeat playback This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Press the repeat button RPT during playback The current selection will be repeated RPT will be displayed Press the repeat button RPT once again to cancel repeat playback Random playback This feature allows the CD player to randomly select the order of the songs Press the random button RDM during playback The next selection will be randomly selected Y RDM will be displayed Press the random button RDM once again to cancel random playback Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 261 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Message display If CHECK CD is displayed it means that there is some CD malfunction Check the CD for damage dirt or smudges and then properly reinsert If the message appears again take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
287. ks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries When working near a battery do not allow metal tools to contact the positive or negative terminal of the battery 7 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page325 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 325 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Do not jump start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level Jump starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous It may rupture or explode causing serious injury Connect the negative cable to a good ground point away from the battery Connecting the end of the second jumper cable to the negative terminal of the discharged battery is dangerous A spark could cause the gas around the battery to explode and injure someone Route the jumper cables away from parts that will be moving Connecting a jumper cable near or to moving parts cooling fans belts is dangerous The cable could get caught when the engine starts a
288. l air bag inflation in two energy stages During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy whereas during more severe impacts they deploy with more energy Deployment of the front air bags may differ between the driver and the front passenger depending on the driver seat position front passenger weight and front seat belt usage all of which provide data from each sensor to the air bag system The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact Driver seat slide position sensor Your vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system The sensor is located under the driver seat The sensor determines whether the driver seat is fore or aft of a reference position and sends the seat position to the diagnostic module SAS unit The SAS unit is also designed to control the deployment of the driver air bag depending on how close the driver seat is to the steering wheel The air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if the sensor has a possible malfunction page 2 55 2 46 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page59 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 59 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors Your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger seat weight sensors as a part of the supplemental restraint system page 2 34 The
289. l for a detailed explanation 8 8 7 1 Edition Page5 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 5 1 Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance 1 Interior exterior views and part identification of your Mazda Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment including seats seat belt system child restraint systems and SRS air bags Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls opening closing and adjustment of various parts Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort including air conditioning and audio system In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add on equipment Specifications DEM Technical information about your Mazda Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page6 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 6 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 7 1 8 8 7 1 Edition Page7 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior exterior views and part identification of your M
290. l rear lap shoulder belt retractors operate in two modes emergency locking mode and for child restraint systems automatic locking mode While we recommend you put all children in the rear seats if you must use the front passenger seat for a child slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible and make sure any child restraint system is secured properly A WARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous During a collision occupants not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle They could be seriously injured or even killed In the same collision occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer Do not wear twisted seat belts Twisted seat belts are dangerous In a collision the full width of the belt is not available to absorb the impact This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt which could cause serious injury or death So if your seat belt is twisted you must straighten the seat belt to remove any twists and to allow the full width of the belt to be used Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way cannot spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed Never use one belt for more than one
291. lack plate 293 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free Mazda Bluetooth Hands Free Customer Service For toll free Bluetooth Hands Free customer service call 800 430 0153 or go to www MazdaUSA com bluetooth for assistance 6 77 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page294 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor lower it for use in front or swing it to the side Sunvisor Mega S if u ZA E li k l 5288 ud E Hed Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror lower the sunvisor The vanity mirror light will illuminate when you open the cover 6 78 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 294 1 Interior Lights V Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates the overhead light switch is in the DOOR position and the courtesy lights turn on for About 30 seconds after the driver s door is unlocked and the ignition is switched off with the ignition key removed About 15 seconds after all doors are closed With Advanced key About 5 seconds after all doors are closed when the advanced key is outside of the vehicle About 15 seconds after the ignition 1s switched off with the ignition key removed with all doors closed The light also turns off when The ignition is switched ON and all doors are closed
292. lay V Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions Clock Outside Temperature Display Climate Control Display Audio Display Bluetooth Hands Free Display Refer to Bluetooth Hands Free on page 6 57 6 80 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page297 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM V Clock When the ignition is switched to ACC or ON the time is displayed LE 1 an Without navigation system Time setting 1 Switch the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Adjust the time using the time setting buttons H M The hours advance while the time setting button H is pressed The minutes advance while the time setting button M is pressed Time resetting 1 Switch the ignition to ACC or ON 2 Press and hold the 00 button for 1 5 seconds or more The displayed time flashes 3 When the button is released the time will be reset as follows Example 12 01 12 29 12 00 12 30 12 59 gt 1 00 NOTE When the button is released the seconds will start at 00 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 297 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment With navigation system Refer to the separate manual NAVIGATION SYSTEM NOTE Minutes and seconds are a
293. le could move and cause an accident A CAUTION Shifting into P N or R while the vehicle is moving can damage your transmission Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster than idle can damage the transmission R Reverse In position R the vehicle moves only backward You must be at a complete stop before shifting to or from R except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle page 4 8 N Neutral In N the wheels and transmission are not locked The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 157 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING If the engine is running faster than idle do not shift from N or P into a driving gear It s dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle If this is done the vehicle could move suddenly causing an accident or serious injury Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle Shifting into N while driving is dangerous Engine braking cannot be applied when decelerating which could lead to an accident or serious injury A CAUTION Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle Doing so can cause transmission damage NOTE Apply the parking brake or depress the brake pedal before moving the shift lever from N to prevent the vehicle from moving
294. le the advanced key is being carried page 3 7 Locking unlocking the doors and opening the trunk lid without operating the key Starting the engine without operating the key Additional functions are available using the buttons on the advanced key Refer to Operation Using Advanced Key Functions on page 3 13 The following operations are possible using the transmitter of the keyless entry system from a distance Lock Unlock Trunk Panic button e Locking unlocking the doors Opening the trunk lid Turning on the alarm Locking unlocking the doors opening the trunk lid or starting the engine using the auxiliary key A WARNING Do not leave the key in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed Children may find these new kinds of keys to be an interesting toy to play with and could cause the power windows or other controls to operate or even make the vehicle move Radio waves from the advanced key may affect medical equipment such as pacemakers Before using the advanced key near people who use medical equipment ask the medical equipment manufacturer or your physician if radio waves from the advanced key will affect the equipment NOTE The driver must carry the advanced key to ensure the system functions properly Refer to Immobilizer Syst
295. lf servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death V Low Fuel Warning Light 4 2 Low fuel warning light 5 This warning light in the fuel gauge signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty Refuel as soon as possible V Seat Belt Warning Light Beep The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON 5 47 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 190 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda CHp Black plate 190 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Conditions of operation fastened when the ignition is switched ON Condition Result The driver s seat belt is not The warning light flashes and a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds The driver s seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops Driver seated Front passenger not seated The belt reminder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON the warning light beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below The driver s seat belt is fastened before the ignition is switched ON Belt reminder
296. light Temperature Sensor The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures and sunlight It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly A CAUTION Do not obstruct either sensor otherwise the automatic air conditioner will not operate properly A sensor D it Interior temperature sensor RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Editionl Page231 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 231 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Operating Tips for Audio WV AM FM Radio Antenna The antenna is printed onto the window A WARNING glass Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle A CAUTION Adjusting the audio while driving the System When washing the inside of the vehicle is dangerous as it could window which has an antenna use a distract your attention from the soft cloth dampened in lukewarm vehicle operation which could lead to water gently wiping the antenna a serious accident Always adjust the lines audio while the vehicle is stopped Use of glass cleaning products could Even if the audio control switches are damage the antenna equipped on the steering wheel learn to use the switches without looking Y Satellite Radio Antenna down at them so that you can keep The satellite radio antenna receives hile driving the vehicle SIRIUS signals while driving the vehicle A CAUTION Satellite radio antenna For the purposes of s
297. light beep may the tire pressure sensors may be turn on after the tires cool and pressure damaged drops below specification Also an illuminated TPMS warning light resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature may turn off if the ambient temperature rises In this case it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressures If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures After adjusting the tire air pressures it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to turn off If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and then verify that it turns off Tires lose air naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat However when you find one low tire in a set of four that is an indication of trouble you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal objects sticking through tread or sidewall Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle
298. ling malfunction sesser 5 56 Headlight high beam 5 54 5 52 Power steering malfunction 5 56 Security 5 53 Shift position 5 54 TCS DSC gue 5 55 Turn signal hazard warning 5 57 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page439 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM 1 Information Display 6 80 Audio display 6 82 Climate control display 6 82 Clo6k eae 6 81 Information display functions 6 80 Outside temperature display 6 81 Inside Trunk Release Lever 3 33 Instrument Cluster 5 36 Interior Care 8 48 Interior Lights 6 78 J Jump Starting sss 7 20 K Keyless Entry System 3 21 Iq TC 3 20 L Label Information 10 2 Lane Change Signals 5 63 Light Bulbs 8 28 Specifications 10 6 Lighter inuenimus 6 82 Lighting Control 2 2222 5 59 Lubricant Quality 10 4 M Maintenance Introduction 222222 8 2 Owner maintenance precautions 8 9 Owner maintenance schedule 8 8 Scheduled eene 8 3 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 439 1 Index M Manual Transmissi
299. ling a front facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat is unavoidable move the front passenger seat as far back as possible Seating a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat is dangerous under certain conditions Your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors Even with the front passenger seat weight sensors if you must use the front passenger seat to seat a child using a child restraint system on the front passenger seat under the following conditions increases the danger of the front passenger air bag deploying and could result in serious injury or death to the child The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when seating a child in the child restraint system Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child restraint system Arear passenger or luggage pushing or pulling down on the front passenger seatback gt A rear passenger puts their feet on the front seat rails Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the head restraint gt Heavy items are placed in the seatback map pocket The seat is washed Liquids are spilled on the seat The front passenger seat is moved backward pushing into luggage or other items placed behind it The front passenger seatbach contacts the rear seat Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver se
300. lowing a person to ride in the trunk is dangerous In addition the person in the trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision Keep the trunk closed when driving Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a vehicle through an open trunk is dangerous This gas contains CO carbon monoxide which is colorless odorless and highly poisonous If inhaled it can cause loss of consciousness and death Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 101 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening and Closing the Trunk A WARNING Close the trunk lid and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by latching the doors and the trunk and keeping the keys where children can not play with them Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous Babies left sleeping and children who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration Do not leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time Do not leave the car or the trunk unlocked Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise 0 Eu LZ i e ES er RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition
301. lows variable fan speeds 0 Fan off 1 Low speed 2 Medium low speed 3 Medium high speed 4 High speed Mode selector switch Press the mode selector switch to select airflow mode page 6 4 NOTE To set the air vent to W press the windshield defroster switch switch Press the A C switch to turn the air conditioner on The indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the fan control dial is set at position 1 2 3 or 4 Press the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 C 32 F Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 0 Black plate 223 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Air intake selector LOIS This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle Press the switch to alternate between the lt gt lt positions The indicator light for the selected mode will illuminate It is recommended that under normal conditions the switch be kept in the outside air position Outside air position amp gt Outside air is taken into the vehicle Use this position for normal ventilation and heating Recirculated air position Outside air is shut off Air within the vehicle is recirculated This position can be used when driving on a dusty road or in similar conditions It also helps to provide quicker cooling of the interior A WARNING Do not
302. loy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous Even in a moderate collision the child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Even though you may feel assured that the front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates 2 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Do not allow a child or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and curtain air bags It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window the area of the front passenger seat the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy even if a child restraint system is used The impact of inflation from a side or curtain air bag could cause serious injury or death to an out of position child Furthermore leaning over or against the front door could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection With the front air bag and the additional side air bag that comes out of the front seat the rear seat is always a better location for children Take special care not to allow a child to lean over or against the side window even if the child is seated in a child restraint system V Front Passenger s Seat Child Restraint S
303. luetooth phone connected Microphone The microphone is used for speaking voice commands or exchanging conversation Microphone RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page275 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM C Black plate 275 1 Audio unit Navigation system The audio unit or navigation system is used for adjusting the volume If Bluetooth Hands Free is operated information such as mobile phone signal strength of Bluetooth Hands Free are displayed on the screen With navigation system ose Bluetooth Hands Free information Voice To prevent the deterioration in voice recognition rate and voice quality the following points must be observed It is not necessary to face the microphone or approach it Speak the voice commands while maintaining a safe driving position Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free Close the windows and or the moonroof to reduce loud noises from outside the vehicle or turn down the airflow of the climate control system while Bluetooth Hands Free is being used Voice recognition may not function correctly or voice quality may deteriorate under the following conditions A passenger is speaking Driving with the window and or the moonroof open Driving on bumpy roads Noise outside of the vehicle is loud Construction sites inside tunnels excess oncoming traffic or heav
304. ly deflate However the side air bag system for the front passenger is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seated weight on the front passenger seat however the curtains are not deactivated The side and curtain air bags will function only once After that the side and curtain air bags will not work again and must be replaced Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems The side and curtain air bags will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact Air Bag Activation Deactivation NOTE If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not deploy page 2 46 but the curtain air bags may deploy 2 52 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page65 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 65 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front air bag activation Driving into a big hole or hitting the far The front air bags will inflate if the side of a hole severity of impact is above the designed threshold level Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km h 14 mph Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases Impacts involving trees or poles cause object severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough stopping for
305. m When the seek tuning button V is pressed for about 1 5 seconds or longer the program is reversed while the button is being pressed When the seek tuning button A is pressed about 1 5 seconds playback starts from the beginning of the next program When the seek tuning button A is pressed about 1 5 seconds while the last program is being played the instant replay mode is cancelled 8 8 7 1 Edition Page255 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM When the seek tuning button A is pressed for 1 5 seconds or longer the program is fast forwarded while the button is being pressed When pressing and holding the button until the end of the program the instant replay mode is cancelled When the instant replay button is pressed again playback is paused or playback starts if it has been paused Instant replay PAUSE If the instant replay button is pressed while the instant replay mode is off instant replay mode is turned on in a paused condition PAUSE Press the instant replay button again to resume playback from the point at which it was paused NOTE Ifthe channel is changed the instant replay buffer data is deleted After turning on the power and switching to SIRIUS digital satellite radio mode the instant replay mode is not available for several seconds after changing channels Displaying the SIRIUS ID ESN When the ESN button is pressed for 1 5 seconds or longer a 1
306. m No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel 43 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 143 1 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls Starting and Driving eee eee eee eese eese seen etna tn neun Tenitiom Switch RR ERE en ES Starting the Engine sse Turning the Engine Brake System de etie ee eie eh ds Manual Transmission Operation sese Automatic Transmission Controls sss Power Steermg ice eee aee eO TIONES Cruise Control Traction Control System TCS 200002020020 Dynamic Stability Control DSC Tire Pressure Monitoring System Instrument Cluster and Indicators 0 2 1 1 7 5 36 Meters and Gaul G6 ceive esset mede e 5 36 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds 5 41 Warning Indicator Lights 2 2 5 41 Beep Sounds 5 57 Switches and Controls eee ensis 5 59 Lighting Controle ee ee 5 59 Turn and Lane Change Signals 2 5 63 Fog Lights 5 63 Windshield Wipers and Washer 2 5 64 Headlight Washer 0000 5 68 Rear Window Defroster essen 5 68 ie dix REESE 5 69 Hazard Warning Flasher cceccescesse
307. may notice that the pedal is harder to depress or that it may go closer to the floor In either case it will take longer to stop the vehicle 1 With the engine stopped open the hood and check the brake fluid level immediately and then add fluid if required page 8 16 2 After adding fluid check the light again If the warning light remains on or if the brakes do not operate properly do not drive the vehicle Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 151 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM CHp Black plate 151 1 Even if the light turns off have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated A WARNING Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time If this light remains illuminated after checking that the parking brake is fully released have the brakes inspected immediately V Anti Lock Brake System ABS The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel If one is ab
308. mber is displayed turning the manual tuning dial moves the channel number up down in that category e Turn the manual tuning dial clockwise Channel Up Turn the manual tuning dial counterclockwise Channel Down NOTE The channel number needs to be indicated in the display to use manual tuning dial for this function Scan tuning Press the scan button SCAN to automatically sample stations Scanning stops at each station for about five seconds To hold a station press the scan button SCAN again during this interval NOTE Unsubscribed channels invalid channels and parental lock channels are not subject to the scan therefore these channels will be skipped automatically You can scan all channels while all categories are selected If you are in a selected category you can only scan the channels in that category RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page253 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Channel number channel name category artist song titles and info display Each time the display button is pressed during SIRIUS reception the display of the text data is changed over in the order shown below number Channel name Info Category 1 name Song title lt Artist name NOTE Eight characters are displayed on one screen By turning the display feed dial counterclockwise it is possible to display the remaining part of the title one character at a time each ti
309. me the display feed dial is rotated one increment counterclockwise Channel number display When the display button is pressed while in info display mode the mode changes to the channel number display mode Channel name display When the display button is pressed while in channel number display mode it changes to channel name display mode There are short eight fixed characters and long names for the channel name e Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 253 1 Interior Comfort Audio System The long name is displayed first and three seconds later the short name is displayed If there is no short name the long name is displayed If there are more than eight characters in the channel name it is possible to display the remaining part of the channel name one character at a time each time the display feed dial is rotated one increment clockwise While the short name is displayed turning the display feed dial switches the display to the long name Three seconds after scrolling the long name the display automatically returns to the first part of the long name Three more seconds and the short name appears If there is no channel name No TITLE is displayed Category name display When the display button is pressed while in channel name display mode it changes to the category name display mode There are short eight fixed characters and long names for the category name The long
310. minate when the ignition is switched ON The air bags have deployed Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition is switched ON or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart For more details about this indicator light and this chart refer to Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 2 56 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 68 1 A WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag seat belt pretensioner system components Expended or damaged air bag seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in any subsequent accident Driving with an expended or damaged air bag or pretensioner unit will not afford you the necessary protection in the event of any subsequent accident which could result in serious injury or death Do not remove interior air bag parts Removing any components such as the front seats front dashboard the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous These parts contain essential air bag components The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts Dispose of the air bag properly
311. minated after checking that the parking brake is fully released have the brakes inspected immediately 5 43 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 186 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda o Black plate 186 1 Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V ABS Warning Light es The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON If the ABS warning light stays on while you re driving the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction If this occurs your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS Should this happen consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible NOTE When the engine is jump started to charge the battery uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate If this occurs it is the result of the weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction Recharge the battery 5 44 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning O BRAKE If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on simultaneously The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system A WARNING Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
312. mmediately after you find water marks on your vehicle s finish V Paint Chipping Occurrence Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown in the air by another vehicle s tires hits your vehicle How to avoid paint chipping Keeping a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of having your paint chipped by flying gravel Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE The paint chipping zone varies with the speed of the vehicle For example when traveling at 90 km h 56 mph the paint chipping zone is 50 m 164 ft low temperatures a vehicle s finish hardens This increases the chance of paint chipping Chipped paint can lead to rust forming on your Mazda Before this happens repair the damage by using Mazda touch up paint according to the instructions in this section Failure to repair the affected area could lead to serious rusting and expensive repairs 8 43 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page376 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 376 1 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish Read all warnings and cautions Y Maintaining the Finish Washing A CAUTION When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt If the windshield a
313. mobile phone to be used as first priority 7 Prompt Ex phone B Registered phone tag selected is this correct 8 Say Beep Yes 9 Prompt Ex phone B Phone tag will temporarily override phone priorities returning to main menu Registered mobile phone deletion Registered mobile phones can be deleted individually or collectively NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 6 72 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 288 1 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Pairing options 5 Prompt Do you want to pair a phone delete a phone or list paired phones NOTE A registered mobile phone can be deleted using the registration list 6 Say Beep Delete phone 7 Prompt Please say 1 priority 1 for XXXXX Ex phone A 2 priority 2 for XXXXX Ex ph
314. mobile telephone is outside of the communication area The mobile telephone has a malfunction The mobile telephone is not connected to the hands free unit equipped on the vehicle The mobile telephone battery is weak The mobile telephone is turned off The mobile telephone is placed where radio reception is difficult e e e e 6 76 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C Black plate 292 1 Safety Certification FCC ID CB2MBLUEC07 IC 279B MBLUEC07 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation A WARNING Changes or modifications not expressively approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter End users and installers must be provided with installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance 8 8 07 10 Edition Page293 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM B
315. n 136 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips AWARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the retention pins to prevent them from bunching up under the foot pedals Using a floor mat that is not secured is dangerous as it will interfere with the accelerator and brake pedal operation which could result in an accident Do not install two floor mats one on top of the other on the driver s side Installing two floor mats one on top of the other on the driver s side is dangerous as the retention pins can only keep one floor mat from sliding forward In using a heavy duty floor mat for winter use always remove the original floor mat Loose floor mat s will interfere with the foot pedal and could result in an accident When setting a floor mat position the floor mat so that its eyelets are inserted over the pointed end of the retention posts 4 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 136 1 Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km h 35 mph and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle When the vehicle is stuck spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous The spinning tire could overheat and explode This could cause serious injuries A CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating transmission failure and tire damage If you must rock the vehicle to free it f
316. n of tires Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks e If you plan to back up make sure nothing is in your way NOTE Engine oil engine coolant brake clutch fluid washer fluid and other fluid levels should be inspected See Maintenance Section 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine After Getting In e Are all doors closed and locked Is the seat adjusted properly Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted Is the steering wheel adjusted properly Is everyone s seat belt fastened Check all gauges Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes off Always be thoroughly familiar with your Mazda 4 5 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 134 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break In Period No special break in is necessary but a few precautions in the first 1 000 km 600 miles may add to the performance economy and life of your Mazda Do not race the engine Do not maintain one constant speed either slow or fast for a long period of time Do not drive constantly at full throttle or high engine rpm over 7 000 rpm for extended periods of time Avoid unnecessary hard stops Avoid full throttle starts e e e 4 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H
317. n which the tire was manufactured both week and year is indicated by a 4 digit number Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 21 V Replacing a Wheel A WARNING Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle Using a wrong sized wheel is dangerous Braking and handling could be affected leading to loss of control and an accident Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Cp Black plate 359 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Awrong sized wheel may adversely affect Tire fit Wheel and bearing life Ground clearance Snow chain clearance Speedometer calibration Headlight aim Bumper height Tire Pressure Monitoring System Limited Slip Differential System With Tire Pressure Monitoring System When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors v VVVVVV V NOTE Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5 34 When replacing a wheel make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter rim width and offset Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and
318. name is displayed first and three seconds later the short name is displayed If there is no short name the long name is displayed If there are more than eight characters in the category name it is possible to display the remaining part of the category name one character at a time each time the display feed dial is rotated one increment clockwise While the short name is displayed turning the display feed dial switches the display to the long name 6 37 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page254 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Three seconds after scrolling the long name the display automatically returns to display the first part of the long name Three more seconds and the short name appears If there is no category name No CATEGORY is displayed Artist name display When the display button is pressed while in category name display mode it changes to the artist name display mode If there are more than eight characters in the artist S name it Is possible to display the remaining part of the artist name one character at a time each time the display feed dial is rotated one increment clockwise Three seconds after scrolling the artist name the display automatically return to display the first part of the artist s name If there is no artist s name No ARTIST is displayed Song title display When the display button is pressed while in artist name display mode it c
319. nceled released under the following conditions The vehicle is driven at a constant speed The needle in the tachometer approaches the red zone The vehicle is driven at a constant speed and the accelerator pedal is heavily depressed The vehicle is stopped or moving at a slow speed 2 9 w T Direct mode indicator Gear position indicator RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel63 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 163 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Descending steep grades Shifting up and down while in direct mode may When descending a steep grade shift to not be possible depending on the vehicle lower gears depending on load weight speed In addition because direct mode is and grade steepness Descend slowly canceled released depending on the rate of using the brakes only occasionally to acceleration or if the accelerator is fully prevent them from overheating depressed use of the manual shift mode is recommended if you need to drive the vehicle in a particular gear for long periods V Driving Tips WARNING Do not allow the vehicle to move in reverse on an up slope while the selector lever is in a forward gear position or move forward on a down slope while the selector lever is in the reverse position Otherwise the engine will stop causing the loss of the power brake and power steering functions and make it difficult to control the vehicle whic
320. nd cause serious injury A CAUTION Use only a 12 V booster system You can damage a 12 V starter ignition system and other electrical parts beyond repair with a 24 V power supply two 12 V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set 1 Remove the engine cover 2 Remove the rubber hose from the battery cover 7 21 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page326 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 3 Remove the battery cover from its rear side 4 Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded 5 If the booster battery is in another vehicle don t allow the vehicles to touch Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles 6 Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration Connect one end of a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery 1 Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery 2 Connect one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 3 7 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 326 1 Connect the other end to a solid stationary exposed metallic point for example the tightening bolt away from the discharged battery 4 Connect cables 2 in numerical Discharged AI order battery R
321. nd then turns off If the engine does not start with the correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Headlight High Beam Indicator Light This light indicates one of two things The high beam headlights are on The turn signal lever is in the flash to pass position 5 54 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Shift Position Indicator Light Automatic Transmission This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition is switched ON N D M Gear position indicator Gear position indicator The gear position indicator displays the gear in use while in either manual shift or direct mode RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 197 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM CHp Black plate 197 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Y TCS DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Y DSC OFF Indicator Light DSC OFF This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON It also illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS DSC is switched off p
322. ne running NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switched ON when the engine is not running V Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions such as leaves snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency V Foggy Windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather Use the climate control system to defog the windows To help defog the windows operate the air conditioner to dehumidify the air NOTE The air conditioner may be used along with the heater to dehumidify the air V Parking in Direct Sunlight If the vehicle has been parked in direct sunlight during hot weather open the windows to let warm air escape then run the climate control system 6 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 218 1 Not Using for a Long Period Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes at least once a month to keep internal parts lubricated V Check the Refrigerant before the Weather Gets Hot Have the air conditioner checked before the weather gets hot Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less efficient Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection The air conditioner is filled with HFC134a R134a a refrigerant that will not damage the ozone layer If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant or has a malfunction consult
323. ners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface They may damage the defroster grid inside the window NOTE This defroster is not designed for melting snow If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window remove it before using the defroster 8 8 7 1 Edition Page211 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 211 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Mirror Defroster Horn To turn on the mirror defrosters switch T dtheh ieks k the ignition ON and press the rear window eee 2 the steering wheel defroster switch page 5 68 Some models 5 69 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page212 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash NOTE The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law 5 70 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H
324. nflators and air bags 2 Crash sensors and diagnostic module SAS Front seat belt pretensioners page 2 20 D Front air bag sensor 5 Side crash sensors unit Air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light page 2 55 7 Side and curtain inflators and air bags Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light page 2 46 8 Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 Front passenger seat weight sensor control module 2 44 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page57 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 57 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags O Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches page 2 46 2 Driver seat slide position sensor 3 Front seats 2 45 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page58 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 58 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force an electrical current is sent to the inflators Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation the front air bags quickly deflate The front air bags will function only once After that the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components The front dual stage air bags contro
325. ng System A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used page 5 32 7 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page321 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM If the temperature gauge indicates overheating the vehicle loses power or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine is probably too hot A WARNING er Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured 00 Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Open the hood ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous The escaping steam could seriously burn you NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature an electrical cooling fan turns on It will continue running for about 10 minutes afier the ignition switch is turned to off Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C p Black plate 321 1 In Case
326. ng Your Vehicle in A Foreign ids eat ie tes 9 14 Rocking the Vehicle 4 8 S Safety Defects Reporting 9 40 Seat Belt System 3 point type 2 19 Automatic locking 2 17 Belt reminder 2 24 Emergency locking 2 17 ERE 2 22 Location of seat belt 2 18 Pregnant women 2 17 Pretensioner and load limiting 2 20 Seat belt precautions 2 15 Warning light beep 2 24 Seats Front seat Electrically operated seats 2 6 Front seat Manually operated seats 2 2 Rear seat zoe 2 12 Seat warmer 2 13 Security System Immobilizer system with advanced key 3 46 Immobilizer system without advanced key 3 49 Service Publications 9 42 Spare Tire and Tool Storage 7 3 Specifications 10 4 Speed Unit Selector 5 37 Speedometer 222 5 37 11 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 440 1 S SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work 2 46 Supplemental restraint systems precautions 22 2 40 Starting the 5 4 Steering Wheel
327. ng a child restraint system on the front or rear passenger seat Using a seat belt extender to fasten a child restraint system on any seat is dangerous Always follow the child restraint system manufacturer s installation instructions and never use a seat belt extender NOTE When not in use remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle If the seat belt extender is left connected the seat belt extender might get damaged as it will not retract with the rest of the seat belt and can easily fall out of the door when not in use and be damaged In addition the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly 2 23 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page36 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light Beep The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver s seat belt is not The warning light flashes and a beep fastened when the ignition is switched ON sound will be heard for about 6 seconds The driver s seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard The driver s seat belt is fastened before the ignition
328. ng periods as they may affect the leather quality and coloring If the cabin temperature becomes hot the vinyl may deteriorate and adhere to the genuine leather Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner Clean it with a mild soap solution good for upholstery and carpets Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner 2 8 8 7 1 Edition Page381 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 381 1 To keep the fabric looking clean and fresh take care of it Otherwise its color will be affected it can be stained easily and its fire resistance may be reduced CAUTION Use only recommended cleaners and procedures Others may affect appearance and fire resistance Piano black panel The following parts are fitted with panels that have been treated with a special coating that resists scratching e Center panel Door switch panel Steering wheel partial When the panel needs to be cleaned use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface NOTE Scratches or nicks on the panels resulting from the use of a hard brush or cloth may not be repairable Cleaning the Lap Shoulder Belt Webbing Clean the webbing with a mild soap solution recommended for upholstery or carpets Follow instructions Don t bleach or dye the webbing this may weaken it After cleaning the belts thoroughly dry the belt webbing and make sure
329. nger power window can be operated with the door switch when the power window lock switch on the driver s door is in the unlocked position page 3 38 The passenger power window can also be operated by the power window master control switches on the driver s door Owner master control switch The following functions can be performed for the power windows using the power window master control switches on the driver s door or passenger s door switch Manual opening closing Auto opening closing Two step down function Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 105 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Manual opening closing To open a power window to the desired position lightly hold down the switch To close the power window to the desired position lightly pull up the switch Owner master control switches Passenger s window Passenger switch D P di Close Auto opening closing To fully open a power window automatically press the switch completely down To fully close the power window automatically pull the switch completely up To stop the power window partway pull or press the switch in the opposite direction and then release it 3 35 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel06 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE POWER WINDOW RESET PROCEDURE If the battery was disconnected during vehicle maintenance or for o
330. ning light resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature may turn off if the ambient temperature rises In this case it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressures If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures After adjusting the tire air pressures it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to turn off If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and then verify that it turns off Tires lose air naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat However when you find one low tire in a set of four that is an indication of trouble you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal objects sticking through tread or sidewall Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle 5 51 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 194 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Bla
331. ning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 To unlock Driver s door request switch To unlock the driver s door press the request switch A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice To unlock all doors press the request switch again within 3 seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard NOTE The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off The hazard warning lights do not flash unless the theft deterrent system has been properly turned off When the doors are unlocked by pressing the request switch on the front doors while the thefi deterrent system is turned off the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 8 8 7 1 Edition Page79 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM CHp Black plate 79 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Front passenger door request switch To unlock the doors press the request switch A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice NOTE Confirm that all doors are securely locked All doors cannot be locked when any door is open A beep sound is heard for confirmation when the doors are locked unlocked using the request switch If you prefer the beep sound can be
332. nition off with the start knob 3 Make sure all windows the moonroof T the hood and the trunk lid are closed Close and lock all doors from the outside using the key or press the lock button on your keyless entry system transmitter The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system 1s armed The following method will also arm the theft deterrent system With advanced key Press a request switch on the doors or the lock button on the transmitter Without advanced key Close the hood and the trunk lid Press the area on the door lock switch marked LOCK once Close all doors 3 52 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 122 1 A NOTE Locking the doors with the inside door lock knob will not arm the system NOTE When the doors are locked by pressing the lock button on the transmitter or request switch on the front doors or using the key while the theft deterrent system is armed the hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following methods Unlock a door with the key Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter Insert the key into the ignition switch and switch the ignition ON With advanced key Press a request switch on the doors or the unlock button on the transmitter Switch the ignition ON w
333. nput the registered ID code using channel preset buttons 1 4 Example If the registered ID code is 2323 input 2323 At this time SR1 2323 is displayed Registered ID code input determination 6 Determine the code which has been input by pressing the auto memory button 7 If it does not match the registered code SRI Err is displayed and then it returns to SRI 8 If it matches the registered code SRI LOCK appears for three seconds which indicates that the code input has been completed 9 SRI LOCK 100 appears which indicates that the parental lock is activated At this time mute is on and no sound is heard NOTE fan ID code is not input for ten seconds Err is displayed and it returns to the former display Channel preset buttons 1 2 3 4 and the auto memory button are used for input of the ID code Buttons 5 and 6 cannot be used Lock cancellation Setting condition SAT mode Releasing a locked channel 1 Select a channel to be released by turning the manual tuning dial Example Select the locked channel i e 100 At this time SRI LOCK 100 is displayed 6 41 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page258 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Registered ID code input preparation 2 Press and hold the auto memory button then press channel preset button 6 Hold both buttons together for 1 5 seconds 3
334. ns and safety standards Therefore vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States However in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards CMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and not related to travelers on vacation You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of the United States Recommended fuel may be unavailable Any kind of leaded fuel or low octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine Proper repair facilities tools testing equipment and replacement parts may not be available Please refer to your Manufacturer s Warranty Booklet for more information 9 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page395 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 395 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations There
335. nsmission is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur This could cause an accident CAUTION Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake linings or pads NOTE For parking in snow refer to Winter Driving page 4 9 regarding parking brake use RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page150 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with sufficient force to hold the vehicle in a stationary position Ax b Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards then press the release button While holding the button lower the parking brake lever all the way down to the released position 5 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 150 1 V Brake System Warning Light BRAKE This warning has the following functions Brake system warning Illuminates when there is a malfunction in the brake switch Parking brake warning The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to START or ON It turns off when the parking brake is fully released Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully released you may have a brake problem Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way You
336. nt and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system so make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off Mazda strongly recommends that children be properly restrained and child restraint systems of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best place for children For more details refer to Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 2 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page39 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 39 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Use the correct size child restraint system For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on age and size If not the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident Follow the manufacturer s instructions and always keep the child restraint system buckled down An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Make sure any child restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions When not in use remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child restraint
337. nt of a flat tire use the emergency flat tire repair kit to repair the tire temporarily When doing the repair refer to the instructions included in the emergency flat tire repair kit After temporarily repairing a tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced 7 5 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page310 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 310 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire V About the IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit includes the following items 9 19 Tire sealant Compressor Injection hose s ZL o Spare valve Valvstore Repaired tire core tool sticker lt gt Instructions Speed restriction Case sticker AWARNING Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant Ingestion of tire sealant is dangerous In the event tire sealant is accidentally swallowed drink large amounts of water immediately and seek medical assistance Do not allow children to touch the tire sealant Tire sealant that comes into contact with the eyes and skin is dangerous If tire sealant enters the eyes or contacts the skin flush immediately with large amounts of water and seek medical assistance 7 6 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused Purchase new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used
338. ntrols Xenon fusion headlight bulbs low beam bulbs of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce bright white beam over a wide area A WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary NOTE If the headlights flicker or the brightness weakens the bulb life may be depleted and a replacement is necessary Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Y Lights On Reminder Headlight High Low Beam If lights are on and the key is removed Press the lever forward to turn on the high from the ignition switch a continuous beams beep sound will be heard when the Pull the lever back to its original position driver s door is opened for the low beams NOTE When the advanced keyless function is used and the start knob is in the ACC position the Start Knob Not in Lock Warning Beep page 3 17 overrides the lights on reminder m High beam Some models 5 61 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page204 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls V Flashing the Headlights To flash the headlights pull the lever fully towards you the headlight switch does not need to be on The lever will return to the
339. ntwork if they are not removed Tree sap will harden and adhere permanently to the paint finish If you scratch the sap off while it is hard some vehicle paint could come off with it Prevention It is necessary to have your Mazda washed and waxed to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section This should be done as soon as possible Bird droppings can be removed with a soft sponge and water If you are traveling and these are not available a moistened tissue may also take care of the problem The cleaned area should be waxed according to the instructions in this section Insects and tree sap are best removed with a soft sponge and water or a commercially available chemical cleaner Another method is to cover the affected area with dampened newspaper for one to two hours After removing the newspaper rinse off the loosened debris with water RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page375 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM C Black plate 375 1 Water Marks Occurrence Rain fog dew and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings The rings can damage your vehicle s finish Prevention It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section These steps should be taken i
340. o prevent shifting to R reverse by mistake Push the shift lever downward and shift to A WARNING Do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds Shifting down while driving on wet snowy or frozen roads or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking which is dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident Be sure to leave the shift lever in1 or R position and set the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended Otherwise the vehicle could move and cause an accident 5 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 154 1 A CAUTION gt Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears Also do not use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage Do not apply any excessive lateral force to the gear lever when changing from sth to 4th gear This could lead to the accidental selection of 2nd gear which can result in damage to the transmission Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may damage the transmission NOTE If shifting to is difficult shift back into neutral release the clutch pedal and try again V Recommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration we recomm
341. o fasten the seat belt according to the chart below Vehicle speed Between 0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Condition Seat belt mm olo x x o o x Seat belt Passenger OJX OJ X O X Indicator A A SIXI XIX O O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated Flashing Beep Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed NOTE To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference When a small child sits on the front passenger seat it is possible that neither the warning light nor the warning beep operate 2 25 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H t 8 8 7 1 Edition Page38 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 38 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them You are required by law to u
342. off the ground 5 Remove the jack and tool page 7 3 6 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the tire to be changed When blocking a wheel place a tire block both in front and behind the tire 2 Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed NOTE When blocking a tire use rocks or wood blocks of sufficient size if possible to hold the tire in place 7 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page317 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 317 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4 Turn the jack handle clockwise and A WARNING raise the vehicle high enough so that Use only the front and rear jacking the tire can be installed Before positions recommended in this manual removing the lug nuts make sure your Attempting to jack the vehicle in Mazda is firmly in position and that it positions other than those cannot slip or move recommended in this manual is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someone Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual Use only the jack provided with your Mazda Using a jack that is not designed for your Mazda is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure someone 5 Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise then remove the wheel Never place objects under the jack Jacking the vehicle with an object
343. old the CD eject button for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The DISC OUT display flashes 2 Press the channel preset button for the desired CD number for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard 3 Pull out the CD Multiple ejection 1 Press and hold the CD eject button for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The DISC OUT display flashes 2 Press the CD eject button 4 again for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard NOTE If the button is not pressed and about 5 seconds have elapsed while DISC OUT is flashing CDs are automatically ejected 3 Pull out the CD then the next CD will be ejected NOTE CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously CDs can be ejected when the ignition is switched off Press and hold the CD eject button amp for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject Playback Press the CD play button CD to start play when a CD is in the unit If a CD is not in the unit when the CD play button CD is pressed NO DISC will flash on and off 6 47 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page264 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button A to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button V to reverse through a track at high
344. omeone were to be hit A CAUTION HomeLink has been tested and complies with FCC and Industry Canada rules Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the device Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE ID NZLOBIHL3 CANADA 4112A OBIHL3 This device complies with FCC rules part 15 Operation is subject to the following conditions 1 This device may not cause any harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference that may be received including interference that may cause undesired operation NOTE The programming will not be erased even if the battery is disconnected V Pre programming the HomeLink System NOTE It is recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio frequency signal Verify that there is a remote control transmitter available for the device you would like to program Disconnect the power to the device V Programming the HomeLink System CAUTION When programming a garage door opener or a gate disconnect the power to these devices before performing programming as continuous operation of the devices could damage the motor 5 71 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page214 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Maz
345. omfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower The broadcast signals are extremely strong so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver x UN When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up At this time there will be some noise from this disturbance Station drift noise Station 1 Station 2 88 1 MHz 6 17 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page234 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating Tips for CD Player In Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold the CD or optical components prism and lens in the CD player In dash CD changer may become clouded with condensation At this time the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit A clouded CD can be corrected simply by wiping it with a soft cloth Clouded optical components will clear naturally in about an hour Wait for normal operation to return before attempting to use the unit Handling the CD player In dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed Do not spill any liquid on the audio system Do not insert any objects other than CDs into the slot 6 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 234 1 The CD re
346. on Control System TCS 5 26 TCS DSC indicator light 5 27 Trailer Towing sss 4 13 Trip Meter sene 5 37 Trunk gene 3 31 Inside trunk release lever 3 33 Trunk Light 5 2er 3 32 Turn and Lane Change Signals 5 63 V Vanity Mirrors sse 6 78 Vehicle Information Labels 10 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 441 1 In Air bag system Automatic transmission Brake system Charging Check Door ajar Engine coolant level Engine oil level Front seat belt pretensioner Tire pressure monitoring SYSTEM nere Warranty x Washer Fluid sess Weights nost sone tah Wheel Replacement Windows Power windows Rear quarter windows Windshield Washer Windshield Wipers Blades replacement Winter Driving dex 11 7 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page442 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 442 1 11 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H
347. on Operation 5 11 Recommendations for shifting 5 12 Map Lights 6 79 Meters and Gauges 5 36 Mirror Defroster 5 69 Mirrors Outside mirrors 3 54 Rearview mirror 3 55 Money Saving Suggestions 4 6 MONTO E 3 44 Odometer and Trip Meter 5 37 Outside Mirrors 3 54 Outside Temperature Display 6 81 Overhead Console 6 85 Overhead Lights 6 79 Overheating sse 7 17 Overloading sss 4 11 P Paint Damage 8 42 Parking Brake 2 42042 2 5 7 Parking in an Emergency 7 2 Personalization Features 10 8 Power Door Locks 3 27 Power Steering esses 5 22 Power steering malfunction indicator hght eus 5 22 Power Windows 02 222222 3 34 Push Starting 2 22 2222 7 23 R Rear Quarter Windows 3 41 Rear Sed seme Oeo 2 12 11 5 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page440 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Index R Rear Window Defroster 5 68 Rearview Mirror eee 3 55 Recreational Towing 7 27 Registeri
348. on and observe the indicator light If the indicator light stays on constantly programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink button is pressed and released NOTE To program the remaining two HomeLink buttons begin with Programming step 2 Do not repeat step 1 If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with Programming steps 6 8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device most commonly a garage door opener 6 Atthe garage door opener receiver motor head unit in the garage locate the learn or smart button This can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor head unit 7 Firmly press and release the learn or smart button The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 8 8 Return to the vehicle and firmly press hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button Repeat the press hold release sequence a second time and depending on the brand of the garage door opener or other rolling code equipped device repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming process 2 8 8 7 1 Edition Page215 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM HomeLink should now activate your rolling code equipped device NOTE To program the
349. on once and must be replaced after any collision that caused them to deploy A seat belt with an expended pretensioner or load limiter is still better than wearing no seat belt at all however if the front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters are not replaced the risk of injury in a collision will increase Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 33 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Do not modify the components or wiring or use electronic testing devices on the pretensioner system Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident The occupants or repairers could be seriously injured Properly dispose of the pretensioner system Improper disposal of the pretensioner system or a vehicle with non deactivated pretensioners is dangerous Unless all safety procedures are followed injury could result Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner equipped vehicle NOTE The pretensioner system will activate in a moderate or greater frontal or near frontal collision It will not activate in most rollovers side or rear impacts The pretensioner system for the front passenger is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seat
350. onds Trunk button To open the trunk press the trunk button for more than 1 second Panic button If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle s alarm NOTE The panic button will work whether any door is open or closed Turning on the alarm Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds and the following will occur The horn sounds intermittently The hazard warning lights flash Turning off the alarm Press any button on the transmitter 3 23 2 RX 8_8BQ7 EA 10H_ Edition Page94 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks V Transmitter Maintenance If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash the battery may be dead Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable A CAUTION Install the battery with the positive pole facing down Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly When replacing the battery be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged There is the danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced Replace only with the same type battery CR1620 or equivalent Dispose of used ba
351. one B The voice guidance reads out each phone in the order of priority and the phone tag 8 Say Beep 2 Say the order of priority of the mobile phone to be deleted NOTE Say All to delete all mobile phones 9 Prompt Removing XXXXX Ex phone B Registered phone tag Is this correct 10 Say Beep Yes 11 Prompt Deleted V Security Setting If a passcode is set the system cannot be activated unless the passcode is input NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page289 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Passcode setting 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Passcode 5 Prompt Passcode is disabled Would you like to enable it 6 Say Beep Yes 7 Prompt Please say a 4 digit passcode Remember this passcode It will be r
352. ontinue to start the engine using the Advanced Keyless System You may have to use the auxiliary key instead page 3 19 NOTE In the following cases the KEY warning light red illuminates and the engine will not start The advanced key battery is dead The advanced key is out of operational range The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal page 3 7 key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range 8 Switch the ignition to ACC while pushing the start knob in 3 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 9 Switch the ignition from ACC to START and hold up to 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts A CAUTION Do not try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine stalls or fails to start wait 10 seconds before trying again Otherwise you may damage the starter and drain the battery 10 After starting the engine let it idle for about 15 seconds Then perform the shift operation NOTE extremely cold weather below 0 C 32 F or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator Whether the engine is cold or warm it should be started without use of the accelerator The display of the variable red zone in the tachometer changes according to the temperature of the engine coolant To protect the engine when the engin
353. opened and closed by hand The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened but must be closed by hand Sunshade gt SS A CAUTION The sunshade does not tilt To avoid damaging the sunshade do not push up on it Do not close the sunshade while the moonroof is opening Trying to force the sunshade closed could damage it 3 45 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell6 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System with Advanced Key The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an advanced key the system recognizes If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized advanced key the engine will not start thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the advanced key including auxiliary key consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION gt Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment To avoid damage to the key do not gt Drop the key Getthe key wet Expose the key to any hind of magnetic field Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight 3 46 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate
354. orm No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page337 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 337 1 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 x1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 1000 miles 7 5 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 Maintenance Interval AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter Replace every 40 000 km 25 000 miles or 2 years Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust fill up or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 3 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page338 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 338 1 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Schedule 2
355. orm No 8BQ7 EA I10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page436 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Index A Accessory 6 88 Add On Non Genuine Parts and ACCESSOTIES 9 15 Advanced 3 2 Advanced key maintenance 3 5 Advanced key suspend function i e 3 16 Auxiliary 3 16 Locking unlocking with request SWItCH dae tit alee es 3 8 Opening the trunk lid with request 3 9 Operational range 3 7 Remote control function 3 13 3 6 Air Bag Systems 2 40 Antenna e 6 15 Anti Lock Brake System ABS 5 9 Warning light ss 5 9 Appearance Care 8 42 Ash ray 6 83 Audio System sss 6 15 Audio control switch 6 52 6 25 AUX mode 6 54 Operating tips for audio SYSLeI 6 15 Safety certification 6 56 Automatic Transmission Direct 5 20 Driving 5 21 Manual shift mode 5 16 Shift lock system 5 16 Transmission ranges 5 15 11 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA
356. otes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda Should you resell the vehicle leave this manual with it for the next owner All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation Event Data Recorder This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder In the event of a crash this device records data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur and lead to the designing of safer vehicles Air Conditioning and the Environment Your Mazda s genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a R134a a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth s ozone layer If the air conditioner does not operate properly consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Perchlorate Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules seat belt pretensioners lithium batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate Please be aware that this manual applies to all models equipment and options As a result you may find some explanations for equipm
357. ou may damage both key and nut Don t use a power impact wrench 2 Place the lug wrench on top of the key apply pressure and turn it clockwise Y Mounting the Tire 1 Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub including the hub bolts with a cloth A WARNING Make sure the mounting surfaces of the wheel hub and lug nuts are clean before changing or replacing tires When changing or replacing a tire not removing dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel hub and hub bolts is dangerous The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off resulting in an accident 2 Mount the tire RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page319 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM 3 Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward tighten them by hand A WARNING Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off resulting in an accident In addition lug nuts and bolts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary 4 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower the vehicle Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 319 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire If yo
358. ou sell your Mazda do not leave your seat belt extender in the vehicle It could be used accidentally by the new owner of the vehicle After removing the seat belt extender discard it Never use the seat belt extender in any other vehicle you may own in the future Do not use an extender that is too long Using an extender that is too long is dangerous The seat belt will not fit properly In an accident the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured Do not use the extender or choose one shorter in length if the distance between the extender s buckle and the center of the user s body is less than 15 cm 6 in Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Do not leave a seat belt extender connected to the buckle Leaving a seat belt extender connected to the buckle without using the seat belt is dangerous When the seat belt extender is connected to the driver s seat belt buckle or front passenger seat the SRS driver s or front passenger s air bag system will determine that the driver or front passenger is wearing the seat belt even if the driver or front passenger is not wearing it This condition could cause the driver s or front passenger s air bag to not activate correctly and result in death or serious injury in the event of collision Always wear the seat belt with the seat belt extender Do not use the seat belt extender when installi
359. our vehicle unattended Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous as children could lock themselves in a hot vehicle which could result in death Also a vehicle left unlocked becomes an easy target for thieves and intruders 3 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 96 1 After closing the doors always verify that they are securely closed Doors not securely closed are dangerous if the vehicle is driven with a door not securely closed the door could open unexpectedly resulting in an accident Always confirm the safety around the vehicle before opening a door Suddenly opening a door is dangerous A passing vehicle or pedestrian could be hit and cause an accident Locking Unlocking with Key The driver s door can be locked unlocked with the key Turn the key toward the front to unlock toward the back to lock V Locking Unlocking with Request Switch with Advanced Key The doors can be locked unlocked by operating the request switch while carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions page 3 7 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page97 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM V Locking Unlocking with Transmitter with Advanced Key The doors can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 13 V Locking Unlocking with Transmitter with Retractable Type Key The
360. out to lock up the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel s brake The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chattering noise from the brake system This is normal when the ABS operates Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the brakes Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely driving on ice and snow and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident NOTE Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces snow or gravel for example which usually have a hard foundation A vehicle with a normal braking system may require less distance to stop under these conditions because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when the wheels skid The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or immediately after starting the vehicle However it does not indicate a malfunction ABS Warning Light ws The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switched ON 5 9 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 152 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light
361. p Wipe off the remaining cleaner or soap using a cloth soaked in clean water and wrung out well Remove moisture with a dry soft cloth and allow the leather to further dry in a well ventilated shaded area If the leather gets wet such as from rain also remove moisture and dry it as soon as possible 8 48 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 380 1 NOTE Because genuine leather is a natural material its surface is not uniform and it may have natural scars scratches and wrinkles To maintain the quality for as long as possible periodical maintenance about twice a year is recommended Sand and dust on the seat surface may damage the overcoat of the genuine leather surfaces and accelerate wear Greasy soiling on genuine leather may cause molding and stains Rubbing hard with a stiff brush or cloth may cause damage Do not wipe the leather using alcohol chlorine bleach or organic solvents such as thinner benzene or gasoline Otherwise it may cause discoloration or stains If the seats get wet promptly remove moisture with a dry cloth Remaining moisture on the surface may cause deterioration such as hardening and shrinkage Exposure to direct sunlight for long periods may cause deterioration and shrinkage When parking the car under direct sunlight for long periods shade the interior using sunshades Do not leave vinyl products on the seats for lo
362. pact may not provide enough side impact to deploy the side and curtain air bags Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side and curtain air bags 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page67 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Vehicle roll over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side and curtain air bags Side impacts with two wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air bags Non activation of side and curtain air bag The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases Collision from the rear 4 Zz 22 ol Lip te Collision from the front but it may deploy the front air bags Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 67 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags V Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system SAS unit Front air bag sensor Air bag modules Side crash sensors Air bag Front seat belt pretensioner system warning light Front seat belt pretensioners Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light Driver seat slide position sensor Front passenger seat weight sensors Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches Related wiring e e e The diagnostic module continuously monitors the system s
363. pant As children more often sleep in cars it is better to put them in the rear seat If installing the child restraint system on the front seat is unavoidable follow these instructions when using a front facing child restraint system in the front passenger s seat NOTE To check if your front seats have side air bags Mazda vehicles equipped with side air bag will have a SRS AIRBAG tag on the outboard shoulder of the front seats check if your vehicle has curtain air bags Mazda vehicles equipped with curtain air bag will have an SRS AIRBAG marking on the window pillars along the roof edge 2 33 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page46 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 46 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Always move the front passenger seat as far back as possible if installing a front facing child restraint system on it is unavoidable As your vehicle has front air bags and doubly so because your vehicle has side air bags a front facing child restraint system should be put on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Even if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates always move the seat as far back as possible because the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could dep
364. parked outside with a clear view of open sky you will be instructed to turn on your radio in SAT mode and tuned to channel 184 Activation typically takes only 2 5 minutes ESN Electronic Serial Number SIRIUS operation All operations of the satellite radio are conducted by means of the audio unit SIRIUS radio mode selection When the satellite button is pressed during ACC ON it will play the last SIRIUS channel in use before the mode was switched over to another mode or the power was turned off When the satellite button is pressed in a mode other than the SIRIUS mode the last channel in use will be received 6 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 250 1 Every time the satellite button is pressed the bank changes in the order shown below SRI gt SR2 9 SR3 NOTE SRI SR2 and SR3 six stations can be stored in each bank for convenient access to your favorite stations Operation in the initial state It may take some time to start up the equipment when it is in the initial state when there is a change in the user s subscription condition or when the SIRIUS channel map is changed UPDATING is displayed when the SIRIUS channel map is changed If the unit is initialized or the user contract content is changed UPDATING is displayed Updating could take as long as three minutes depending on the geographical area When the unit is in an initialized state
365. passenger air bag is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seated weight on the front passenger seat For details refer to the front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 Load limiter The load limiting system releases belt webbing in a controlled manner to reduce belt force on the occupant s chest While the most severe load on a seat belt occurs in frontal collisions the load limiter has an automatic mechanical function and can activate in any accident mode with sufficient occupant movement Even if the pretensioners have not fired the load limiting function must be checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer after any collision RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page33 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM A WARNING Wear seat belts only as recommended in this owner s manual Incorrect positioning of the driver and front passenger seat belts is dangerous Without proper positioning the pretensioner and load limiting systems cannot provide adequate protection in an accident and this could result in serious injury For more details about wearing seat belts refer to Fastening the seat belts page 2 19 Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately inspect the front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision Like the air bags the front seat belt pretensioners and load limiters will only functi
366. ping the tank over 1 4 full When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E refuel as soon as possible ls E 7 4 2 Low fuel warning light 9 NOTE After refueling it may require some time for the needle to stabilize In addition the needle may deviate while driving on a slope or curve since the fuel moves in the tank The direction of the arrow 4 indicates that the fuel filler lid is on the left side of the vehicle Dashboard Illumination Rotate the thumb wheel to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster and other illuminations in the dashboard NOTE The brightness of dashboard illuminations except instrument cluster can be adjusted when the headlight switch is in the 2005 or SO position The brightness of the instrument cluster illumination can be adjusted when the headlight switch is in any position 5 39 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H _ RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 182 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda A Instrument Cluster and Indicators d THER a Canceling the illumination dimmer When the headlight switch is in the 2002 or O position the illumination of the instrument cluster and the information display dims When driving on snowy or foggy roads or in other situations when the instrument cluster or information display s visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness cancel the
367. place where air may be added and the system monitored again by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous even if you know why it is illuminated Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident Warning light illuminates Warning beep sounds When the warning light illuminates and the warning beep sound is heard about 3 seconds tire pressure is too low in one or more tires RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page193 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 193 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire NOTE pressure Refer to the specification charts Perform tire pressure adjustment when the page 10 6 tires are cold Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive A CAUTION it 1 6 km 1 mile or less before adjusting When replacing repairing the tires or the tire pressures When pressure is wheels or both have the work done adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or pressure the TPMS warning light beep may the tire pressure sensors may be turn on after the tires cool and pressure damaged drops below specification Also an illuminated TPMS war
368. plate 330 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Pear CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper 4 Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet Front Rear 7 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page331 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 331 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The transmission is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels When doing recreational towing refer to Towing Description page 7 24 and Tiedown Hooks page 7 25 and carefully follow the instructions 7 27 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page332 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 332 1 7 28 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page333 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 333 1 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition Introduction 2 2220 eoe rex 8 2 nttOductionms einen e ERE EROR 8 2 Scheduled Maintenance eee 8 3 Scheduled Maintenance sse 8 3 Owner Maintenance 8 8 Owner Main
369. ported only by a jack Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack Allowing someone to remain in a vehicle supported by a jack is dangerous The occupant could cause the vehicle to fall resulting in serious injury CAUTION With Tire Pressure Monitoring System The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it With Tire Pressure Monitoring System Be sure to register the tire pressure sensor ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are changed page 5 34 Park on a level surface off the right of way and firmly set the parking brake 2 Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park P a manual transmission in Reverse R or 1 and turn off the engine 7 11 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page316 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 316 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3 Turn on the hazard warning flasher Removing the Tire 4 Have everyone get out of the vehicle 1 Loosen the lug nuts by turning them and away from the vehicle and traffic counterclockwise one turn each but do not remove any until the tire has been raised
370. prevent this use wheel dollies Wheel dollies 7 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 328 1 CAUTION Do not tow the vehicle pointed forward with driving wheels on the ground This may cause internal damage to the transmission CAUTION Do not tow with sling type equipment This could damage your vehicle Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page329 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Tiedown Hooks A CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged V Tiedown Hooks 1 Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug wrench from the trunk page 7 3 2 Wrap the lug wrench with a soft cloth to prevent damage to a painted bumper and open the cap located on the front or rear bumper Front Black plate 329 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Rear CAUTION The cap cannot be completely removed Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surface 3 Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench Front Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 7 25 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page330 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black
371. ps If the warning light continues to flash due to a system malfunction the beeper does not sound Refer to Engine Oil Level Warning Light on page 5 45 5 58 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H A Black plate 200 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page201 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 201 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Lighting Control Headlights Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off NOTE To prevent discharging the battery do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them Without AUTO position Switch Position OFF 2002 Headlights Off Off On Taillights Parking lights License lights Off On On Side marker lights Dashboard illumination With AUTO position 5 59 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page202 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 202 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Switch Position OFF AUTO 00 Headlights Off Off On Taillights Parking lights Auto License lights Off On On Side marker lights Dashboard illumination AUTO Auto light control When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON the light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns the headlights other exterior light
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373. r are displayed 4 Three seconds later it returns to normal display SR bank number text e g channel name NOTE Six stations can be stored in each bank SR1 SR2 and SR3 for convenient access to your favorite stations Preset channel call up Press and release the channel preset button SR bank number CH preset number channel number appears When the preset button is pressed during text mode its channel number is displayed first for three second and then its text is displayed NOTE In the initial setting all channels are preset to 184 Category change Press the category button UP or DOWN and select the desired category Press the category button UP Category up Press the category button DOWN Category down Every time the category UP button is pressed for 1 5 second or less the category is changed over in the order shown below At this time the lowest smallest number channel within the category indicated is received When the highest or lowest category is reached the category is changed over in the order shown below 6 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 252 1 Highest category All categories gt Lowest category NOTE While all categories are selected all channels covering a category can be accessed Category off condition Channel selection within a category If you are in a selected category and the channel nu
374. r collision Make sure nothing is placed on the seat belt slide bar Placing your foot or other objects such as an umbrella on the seat belt slide bar is dangerous The front seat belt is built into the rear door and the lower part of the seat belt slides forward or backward along the seat belt slide bar as the rear door opens or closes If the seat belt slider is blocked the seat belt could be improperly positioned and would provide little or no protection in a collision A CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled so try to keep them clean For more details about cleaning the seat belts refer to Cleaning the Lap Shoulder Belt Webbing page 8 49 2 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page29 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 29 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts Ask your doctor for specific recommendations The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly but never across the stomach area Persons with serious medical conditions also should wear seat belts Check with your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions Emergency Locking Mode In the emergency locking mode the belt remains comfor
375. r condensation on the lens inside the unit Storing CDs in the vehicle exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature may damage the CD R CD RWs and make them unplayable CD R CD RW exceeding 700 MB cannot be played This unit may not be able to play certain discs made using a computer due to the application writing software setting used For details consult the store where the application was purchased It is possible that certain text data such as titles recorded on a CD R CD RW may not be displayed when musical data CD DA is playing The period from when a CD RW is inserted to when it begins playing is longer than a normal CD or CD R e e 6 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 236 1 Completely read the instruction manual and cautions for CD R CD RWs Do not use discs with cellophane tape adhering partially peeled off labels or adhesive material exuding from the edges of the CD label Also do not use discs with a commercially available CD R label affixed The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction Operating tips for NOTE Supply of this product only conveys a license for private non commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial i e revenue generating real time broadcasting terrestrial satellite cable and or any other media broadcasting streaming via the Internet intranets and or ot
376. r Assistance Center or toll free at 1 800 222 5500 If you live outside of the U S A please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown page 9 10 in this booklet 9 40 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page423 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 423 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Canada Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada Defect Investigations and Recalls may telephone the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 or contact Transport Canada by mail at Transport Canada ASFAD Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa ON K1A ONS For additional road safety information please visit the Road Safety website at http www tc gc ca roadsafety menu htm 9 41 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page424 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 424 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Service Publications Factory authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to the chart below If they do not have what you need in stock they can order it for you PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION 9999 95 064B 11
377. r indicators contact the disc plates This causes a loud screeching noise to warn that the pads should be replaced When you hear this noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 153 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 153 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING Manual Transmission Do not drive with worn disc pads Operation Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous The brakes could fail and The beep sounds to indicate engine cause a serious accident As soon as overrev when the tachometer needle you hear a screeching noise consult enters the striped zone an Authorized Mazda Dealer The display of the variable red zone in the tachometer changes according to the temperature of the engine coolant To protect the engine when the engine coolant temperature is low the engine does not run at high speeds The fuel supply will be cut at an rpm lower than the red zone Refer to Tachometer on page 5 38 e WV Manual Transmission Shift Pattern v R135 2 4 5 Neutral position The shift pattern of the transmission is conventional as shown Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting then release it slowly 5 11 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 154 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle is equipped with a device t
378. r laboratory test wheel Snow Tires In some heavy snow areas local governments may require true snow tires those with very deeply cut tread These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels Make sure you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other tires on your vehicle SAFETY WARNING The following safety warning appears on the tire s sidewall SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM EXPLOSION OF TIRE RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING MATCH TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER NEVER EXCEED 40 psi 275 kPa TO SEAT BEADS ONLY SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT TIRES TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER INFLATION OVERLOADING DAMAGE FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN VEHICLE FREQUENTLY CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE 9 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page407 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 407 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A V Information on Temporary Tires Please refer to the sample below So YI 84 09 OL 082 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 amp speed symbol T115 70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating Note that the tire
379. r occupants Make sure the child restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions Make sure the child restraint system is properly secured An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions on belt routing to secure the seat just as you would with a child in it so that nobody is tempted to put a child in an improperly secured seat later on When not in use remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child restraint systems Make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH child restraint system Not following the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing the child restraint system is dangerous If seat belts or a foreign object prevent the child restraint system from being securely attached to the LATCH lower anchors and the child restraint system is installed improperly the child restraint system could move in a sudden stop or collision causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants When installing the child restraint system make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH lower anchors Always follow the child restraint system manufacturer s
380. r plus any aftermarket equipment PAYLOAD Payload is the combination weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to carry The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Load Information label on the rear door on the driver s side or door pillar Look for THE COMBINATION WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg or XXX lbs for your maximum payload The payload listed on the tire label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicle the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the tire label in order to be accurate 9 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page417 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 417 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A SAMPLE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LES PNEUS ET LE CHARGEMENT SZ SEATING CAPACITY FRONT REAR NOMBRE DE PLACES TOTAL 5 avant 2 ARRIERE 3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed kg or Ibs Le poids total des occupants et du chargement ne doit jamais d passer kg ou XXX Ib T E o M ume SIZE PNEU DIMENSIONS PNEUS FROID yiii FROM P195 70R14 200 kPa 29 psi VOIR LE MANUEL 19570 14 200 kPa 29 psi DE L USAGER POUR PLUS DE DE
381. r protection of various circuits 23 STOP 10A Brake lights 24 FUEL PUMP 20A Fuel pump 25 HORN 15A Horn 26 HAZARD 15A Hazard warning flashers Turn signal lights 27 ETV 15A Electric throttle valve 28 ST 10A Starter 29 WIPER 20A Windshield wiper and washer 30 TCM 15A 3 ENGINE 15A system Supplemental restraint system ABS 32 TAIL 10A i 1 pate d Parking lights Front side maker 33 ILLUMI 7 5A Illumination 34 EGI COMPI 15A Engine control system 35 EGI COMP2 10A Engine control system 36 INJ 15A Fuel injector 37 P WIND2 20A Power window 38 EPS 60A Power steering 8 40 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 1 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page373 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 373 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse panel Driver s side DESCRIPTION M PE PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 CIGAR 15A Lighter 2 ACC 7 5A Audio system Power control mirror 3 OUTLET 4 A C 7 5 Air conditioner 5 METER 10A Instrument cluster 6 Ll 7 SPARE 8 SPARE 9 M DEF 10A Mirror defroster 10 DSC 75A 8 11 AUDIO 25A Audio system Bose Sound System equipped model 12 D LOCK 30A Power door locks Moonroof 13 OUTLET 15A Accessory socket 14 ROOM 15A Interior lights 15 SPARE 16 SPARE Some models 8 41 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page374 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 5
382. r switch to choose the left or right side mirror RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel25 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM 2 Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction After adjusting the mirror lock the control by placing the selector switch in the center position Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is locked A WARNING Always return the outside mirrors to the driving position before you start driving Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous Your rear view will be restricted and you could have an accident Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H C Black plate 125 1 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors V Rearview Mirror A WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous It can block your view in the rearview mirror which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes Rearview mirror adjustment Before driving adjust the rearview mirror to center on the scene through the rear window Manual day night mirror 3 55 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel26 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE For the manual day night mirror perform the adjustment with the day night lever in the day position Reducing glare from headlights Manual day night mirror Push the day night lever forward for day driving
383. r to reset Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is not possible 3 50 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 120 1 V Operation Armin The system is armed when the ignition is switched from ON to ACC or OFF The security indicator light in the instrument cluster flashes every two seconds until the system is disarmed Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition is switched ON with the correct ignition key The security indicator light illuminates for about three seconds and goes out If the engine does not start with the correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel21 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM NOTE If the security indicator light illuminates and stays on or flashes when the ignition is switched ON the engine will not start Signals from a TV or radio station or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone could interfere with your immobilizer system If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start check the security indicator light If it is flashing remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more then reinsert it and try starting the engine again If it does not start after 3 or more tries contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the security indicator light flashes continuou
384. ration or the auto closing operation the window will stop and open halfway A WARNING Make sure nothing blocks the window just before it reaches the fully closed position or while fully holding up the power window switch Blocking the power window just before it reaches the fully closed position or while fully holding up the power window switch is dangerous In this case the jam safe function cannot prevent the window from closing all the way If fingers are caught serious injuries could occur Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 107 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE Depending on driving conditions a closing power window could stop and start opening when the window feels a shock that is similar to something blocking it In the event the jam safe function activates and the power window cannot be closed automatically pull and hold the switch fully and the window will close The jam safe window function does not operate until the system is re initialized Engine off power window operation The power window can be operated for about 40 seconds after the ignition 1s switched from ON to ACC or OFF with all doors closed If any door is opened the power window will be inoperable NOTE For engine off operation of the power window the switch must be held up firmly throughout window closure because the auto closing function will be inoperable The two step down function is inoperable
385. re Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy uneven and accelerated tire wear and poor sealing of the tire bead which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim Overinflation can produce a harsh ride uneven and accelerated tire wear and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards Keep your tire pressure at the correct levels If one frequently needs inflating have it inspected 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page357 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM p Black plate 357 1 V Tire Rotation A WARNING Rotate tires periodically Irregular tire wear is dangerous To equalize tread wear for maintaining good performance in handling and braking rotate the tires according to the scheduled maintenance charts Refer to Scheduled Maintenance on page 8 3 During rotation inspect them for correct balance NOTE Because your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire you cannot do a tire rotation safely with the jack that comes with your vehicle Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation 07 Forward Do not include TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire in rotation Also inspect them for uneven wear and damage Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following ncorrect tire pressure Improper wheel alignment Out of balance wheel Severe braking Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Aft
386. rectly and naturally Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 291 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free For example 1234 must be read out one two three four not twelve thirty four Do not read out parentheses and hyphens are used for separating numbers in a phone number Ex 888 555 1212 must be spoken Eight eight eight five five five one two one two Phrase Command 1 0123456789 2 888 555 1212 3 Call 4 Dial 5 6 7 Continue 8 Help NOTE After user voice registration is completed voice guidance Speaker enrollment is complete returning to main menu is announced Y DTMF Dual Tone Multi Frequency Signal Transmission This function is used when transmitting DTMF via the user s voice The receiver of a DTMF transmission is generally a home telephone answering machine or a company s automated guidance call center When you send tone signals back according to the voice guidance recording 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 2 Say Beep XXXX send Say DTMF code 3 Prompt Sending XXXX DTMF code 6 75 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page292 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free When Bluetooth Hands Free cannot be used Bluetooth Hands Free cannot be used under the following conditions The
387. red speed Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 225 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Windshield Defrosting and Defogging 1 Press the windshield defroster switch 2 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 3 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed A WARNING Do not defog the windshield using the lt position with the temperature control set to the cold position Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when using the W position NOTE For maximum defrosting set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial to position 4 Ifwarm air is desired at the floor set the mode selector switch to the 7 position Inthe 9 or S position the air conditioner is automatically turned on however the indicator light does not illuminate and the 3 position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield In the or GW position the lt gt position cannot be changed to the lt position RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page226 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System V Dehumidifying With Air Conditioner Operate the air condi
388. remaining two HomeLink buttons begin with Programming step 2 Do not repeat step 1 For questions or comments please contact HomeLink at www homelink com or 1 800 355 3515 V Gate operator Canadian Programming Canadian radio frequency laws require transmitter signals to time out or quit after several seconds of transmission which may not be long enough for HomeLink to pick up the signal during programming Similar to this Canadian law some U S gate operators are designed to time out in the same manner If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator by using the Programming procedures regardless of where you live replace Programming HomeLink step 3 with the following NOTE If programming a garage door opener or gate operator it is advised to unplug the device during the cycling process to prevent possible overheating Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 215 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button while you press and release every two seconds cycle your hand held transmitter until the frequency signal has successfully been accepted by HomeLink The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly Proceed with Programming step 4 to complete V Operating the HomeLink System Press the programmed HomeLink button to operate a programmed device The
389. ressing the lever up or down With INT position MIST l OFF INT LO l HI is Wiper operation MIST Single wipe cycle mist INT Intermittent 9 LO Low speed HI Highspeed RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page207 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM With AUTO position gt Switch Position Wiper operation CD MIST Single wipe cycle mist AUTO Auto control LO Low speed D speed Variable speed intermittent wipers Set the lever to the intermittent position and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 207 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls AUTO Auto wiper control When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and turns the wipers on or off automatically off intermittent low speed high speed The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by turning the switch on the wiper lever From the center position normal rotate the switch downward for higher sensitivity faster response or rotate it upward for less sensitivity slower response Higher sensitivity Switch Center position Less sensitivity S 65 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page208 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls A CAUTION
390. restraint system and secure the child according to the instructions from the child restraint system manufacturer gt Black plate 47 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 7 Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates after installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate remove the child restraint system switch the ignition to OFF or ACC and then re install the child restraint system Refer to Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light on page 2 46 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H PASS AIRBAG OFF 2 35 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page48 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Do not seat a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate While it is always better to install any child restraint system on the rear seat it is imperative that a child restraint system ONLY be used on the front passenger seat if the deactivation indicator light illuminates when the child is seated in the child restraint system page 2 46 Seating a child in a child restraint system installed on the front passenger seat with the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is
391. rgo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle 9 39 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page422 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 422 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects U S A If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov NOTE If you live in the U S A all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine California 92618 2922 or P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 Custome
392. rmine if you have a slow leak ora flat pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous even if you know why it is illuminated Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident Warning light illuminates Warning beep sounds When the warning light illuminates and the warning beep sound is heard about 3 seconds tire pressure is too low in one or more tires RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel75 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 175 1 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire NOTE pressure Refer to the specification charts Perform tire pressure adjustment when the page 10 6 tires are cold Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive A CAUTION it 1 6 km 1 mile or less before adjusting When replacing repairing the tires or the tire pressures When pressure is wheels or both have the work done adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or pressure the TPMS warning
393. rn the key clockwise and hold until the windows are completely close After the doors are locked the windows close as long as the key is turned 3 40 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 110 1 A With request switch on the driver s door Advanced key 1 If the doors are locked unlock them 2 Press and hold the request switch on the driver s door After the doors are locked the windows close as long as the request switch is pressed Request switch 24 7 To stop the windows from closing release the request switch If the operation is performed from the beginning again the windows close 8 8 7 1 Editionl Pagelll Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Rear Quarter Windows Open or close a swing out rear quarter window by releasing the latch and moving the window NOTE When parked in public areas it is best to keep the rear quarter windows closed for security Opening a Window Pull the latch inward and then push the window outward Closing a Window Pull the latch inward and then push it backward until it snaps shut Make sure the window is securely closed Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 111 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel Filler Lid and Cap A WARNING When removing the fuel filler cap loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop Then remove it Fuel spray is dangerous Fuel can
394. rning and Beep Sounds sess 3 17 When Warning Indicator Beep is Activated 3 19 Doors and Locks eria roo eo re aua 3 20 Keys without Advanced 3 20 Keyless Entry System with Retractable Type Key 3 21 Door EOCEs ED UTE eet 3 26 Trunk Lad rrt GER EROR RENE 3 31 Inside Trunk Release Lever eeeeeennne 3 33 Power Windows aca nci 3 34 Rear Quarter Windows cccccscccesscesccesecceseceseceseeseseeeeeesseees 3 41 Fuel Filler Lid and Cap sse 3 41 Hood edo ot 3 43 Moonroof icu a CA EE 3 44 Security System 3 46 Immobilizer System with Advanced 3 46 Immobilizer System without Advanced Key 3 49 Theft Deterrent System sse 3 51 Steering Wheel and Mirrors eese eee eee eene 3 54 Steering Wheel uut terae ette 3 54 CT 3 54 Some models 3 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page72 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 72 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Advanced Keys The advanced keyless functions advanced keyless entry and start system enable the following operations whi
395. rogram s jurisdiction may be presented to an arbitrator at an informal hearing The arbitrator s decision should ordinarily be issued within 40 days from the time your complaint is filed there may be a delay of 7 days if you did not first contact Mazda about your problem or a delay of up to 30 days if the arbitrator requests an inspection report by an impartial technical expert or further investigation and report by BBB AUTO LINE You are required to use BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by California Civil Code Section 1793 22 You are also required to use BBB AUTO LINE before exercising rights or seeking remedies created by Title I of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act 15 U S C sec 2301 et seq If you choose to seek redress by pursuing rights and remedies not created by California Civil Code Section 1793 22 or Title I of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act resort to BBB AUTO LINE is not required by those statutes 9 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page387 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 387 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 7 California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if Mazda or its representative is unable to repair a new motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts Mazda may be required to replace or repurchase the vehicle California Civil Co
396. rom snow sand or mud depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from 1 D to R RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 137 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Winter Driving Carry emergency gear including tire chains window scraper flares a small shovel jumper cables and a small bag of sand or salt Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator Refer to Engine Coolant on page 8 14 Inspect the battery and its cables Cold reduces battery capacity Inspect the ignition system for damage and loose connections For improved engine starting performance the next time you start the engine after only driving the vehicle a short distance turn off the engine after 1 or more of the variable red zone lamps in the tachometer have turned off In addition it is recommended that short trips be avoided to ensure that the engine reaches operating temperature before turning off the engine Use washer fluid made with antifreeze but do not use engine coolant antifreeze for washer fluid page 8 17 Do not use the parking brake in freezing weather as it may freeze Instead shift to P with an automatic transmission and to 1 or R with a manual transmission Block the rear wheels Do not apply excessive force to a window scraper when removing ice or frozen snow on the mirror glass and windshield N
397. rse lights Rear side marker lights 1 Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers and partially open the trunk side trim Removal Installation SF 2 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket Rear turn signal lights RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page365 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 365 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Reverse lights High mount brake light 1 Wrap the end of a flathead screwdriver in a soft cloth and remove the trunk handle by inserting the flathead screwdriver in the position shown in the figure and carefully prying the handle off 2 Disengage the pin in each clip securing the trunk trim using a screwdriver remove the screws and clips and then remove the trunk trim 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure 7 6 8 33 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page366 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 366 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Press the tab on the bulb socket and remove the connector cord 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise as shown in the figure and pull it out then pull out the bulb from the socket 5 Replace the bulb 6 Reinstall the bulb socket in the reverse order of the removal procedure NOTE When re installing th
398. s and dashboard illumination on or off see chart above A CAUTION Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly m Light sensor The light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto wiper control Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON as fingers could be pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when the wipers activate automatically If you are going to clean the windshield be sure the wipers are turned off completely this is particularly important when clearing ice and snow when it is particularly tempting to leave the engine running NOTE The headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination may not turn off immediately even if the surrounding area becomes well lit because the light sensor determines that it is nighttime if the surrounding area is continuously dark for several minutes such as inside long tunnels traffic jams inside tunnels or in indoor parking lots In this case the light turns off if the light switch is turned to the OFF position The sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer S 60 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page203 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 203 1 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Co
399. s dangerous In a collision this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area causing serious injury Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page32 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the seat belt buckle If the belt does not fully retract pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts p di m aw P Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract inspect it for kinks and twists If it is still not retracting properly have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer 2 20 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 32 1 Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems For both these systems to work properly you must wear the seat belt properly Pretensioners In moderate or severe frontal or near frontal accidents the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously The front seat belt retractors remove slack quickly as the air bags are expanding Any time the air bags and front seat belt pretensioners have fired they must be replaced In addition the pretensioner system for the front passenger like the front
400. s for approximately 30 seconds indicating that the remaining battery power is low Replace with a new battery before the advanced key becomes unusable Refer to Advanced Key Maintenance page 3 5 NOTE The advanced key can be set so that the KEY indicator light green does not flash even if the battery power is low Refer to Personalization Features on page 10 8 V Engine Start Not Permitted Warning Under the following conditions the KEY warning light red flashes to inform the driver that the ignition will not switch to ACC even if the ignition is switched off The advanced key battery is dead The advanced key is not within operational range The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal page 3 7 A key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range 3 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H V Advanced Key Left in trunk Warning Beep If the advanced key is left in the trunk compartment with all doors locked and the trunk lid closed a beep sound is heard for about 10 seconds to remind the driver the advanced key has been left in the trunk compartment If this happens open the trunk lid by pressing the request switch and remove the advanced key An advanced key removed from the trunk may not function because its functions may have been temporarily suspended To restore the advanced key function perform the applicable proc
401. s injury Increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat could result in the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions for example Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child restraint system gt A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback Arear passenger steps on the front passenger seat rails with their feet Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the head restraint gt Heavy items are placed in the seatback map pocket The seat is washed Liquids are spilled on the seat The front passenger seat is moved backward pushing into luggage or other items placed behind it The front passenger seatbach contacts the rear seat Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat Any accessories which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat Feet or other items are placed on the seat belt slide bar The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates A CAUTION gt To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors in the front seat bottoms Do not place sharp obje
402. s possible to the back of your head A WARNING Make sure the seatbacks are properly adjusted to their upright on road positions before the vehicle is driven Driving with the seatbacks not adjusted properly is dangerous With no support behind your head your neck could be seriously injured in a collision 8 8 7 1 Edition Page25 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM The front seats are electrically heated The ignition must be switched ON Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off When the switch is in the ON position the indicator light will come on iss S Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 25 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING gt Be careful when using the seat warmer The heat from the seat warmer may be too hot for some people as indicated below and could cause a low temperature burn gt Infants small babies elderly people and physically challenged people gt People with delicate skin People who are excessively fatigued gt People who are intoxicated gt People who have taken sleep inducing medicine such as sleeping pills or cold medicine gt Do not use the seat warmer with anything having high moisture retention ability such as a blanket or cushion on the seat The seat may be heated excessively and cause a low temperature burn gt Do not use the seat warmer even when taking a short nap in the vehicle The seat ma
403. s required page 8 14 A CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats have the cooling system inspected The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 7 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page323 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine does not start the first time perform the following procedure to start the engine 1 e e e Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H While the accelerator pedal is fully depressed switch the ignition to START and crank the engine for about 7 to 8 seconds Release the ignition switch and accelerator pedal Start the engine as normally without depressing the accelerator The fuel injection is cut by fully depressing the accelerator pedal If the engine starts during Step 1 the engine will rev up Release the ignition switch and accelerator pedal immediately Avoid racing the engine or driving the vehicle right after starting the engine Do not hold the ignition switch in the START position for over 10 seconds It may damage the starter and drain the battery If the engine still does not start using the above procedure have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer D Black plate 323 1 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 7 19 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page324 Wednesday July 14 2010 1
404. s socket in the reflector by gently pulling it straight backward out of the socket 6 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the reach of children 8 30 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 362 1 Replacing a Fog Light Bulb 1 Remove the fog light cover by pulling it outward using both hands 22002 2 Loosen the screws securing the fog light unit RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page363 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM 3 Remove the fog light unit by pulling it downward and then straight out using both hands NOTE When pulling out the fog light unit be careful not to allow the bulb socket to contact the oil cooler 4 Press the tab on the bulb socket and disconnect the connector cord 5 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise as shown in the figure and remove it 6 Replace the bulb 7 Reinstall the bulb socket in the reverse order of the removal procedure Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 363 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Front turn signal lights Parking lights 1 Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headligh
405. s switched off the odometer or trip meters cannot be displayed however pressing the selector button can inadvertently switch the trip meters or reset them during an approximate ten minute period in the following cases After the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition is switched off from ON After the driver s door is opened Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven Trip meter The trip meter can record the total distance of two trips One is recorded in trip meter A and the other is recorded in trip meter B For instance trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled When trip meter A is selected pressing the selector again within one second will change to trip meter B mode When trip meter A is selected TRIP A will be displayed When trip meter B is selected TRIP B will be displayed The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset Return it to 0 0 by holding the selector depressed for 1 second or more Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption 5 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H NOTE Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers miles The trip record will be erased when The power supply is interrupted blown fuse or the battery is disconnected The vehicle is driven o
406. s with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label 9 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H t 8 8 7 1 Edition Page421 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 421 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg XXX 165 on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the amount equals 1400 165 and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 165 1400 750 5 150 650 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available ca
407. sday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 45 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING V if You Must Use the Front Seat for Children Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child restraint system If you cannot put all children in the rear Using the tether or tether anchor to seat at least put the smallest children in secure anything but a child restraint the rear and be sure the largest child up system is dangerous This could front uses the shoulder belt over the weaken or damage the tether or shoulder tether anchor and result in injury NEVER put a rear facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat Always attach the tether strap to the whether your vehicle is equipped with a correct tether anchor position seat weight sensor or not Attaching the tether strap to the This seat is also not set up for tethered incorrect tether anchor position is child restraint systems put them in one of dangerous In a collision the tether the rear seat positions set up with tether strap could come off and loosen the anchors child restraint system If the child Likewise the LATCH child restraint restraint system moves it could result system cannot be secured in the front in death or injury to the child passenger s seat and should be used in the rear seat Do not allow anyone to sleep against the side window if you have an optional side and curtain air bags it could cause serious injuries to an out of position occu
408. se a child restraint system for children in the U S and Canada Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle Whatever child restraint system you consider please pick the appropriate one for the age and size of the child obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child restraint system A child who has outgrown child restraint systems should sit in the rear and use seat belts both lap and shoulder If the shoulder belt crosses the neck or face move the child closer to the center of the vehicle Statistics confirm that the rear seat is the best place for all children up to 12 years of age and more so with a supplemental restraint system air bags A rear facing child restraint system should NEVER be used on the front seat with the air bag system activated The front passenger s seat is also the least preferred seat for other child restraint systems To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the front passenger air bag the front passenger seat weight sensors work as a part of the supplemental restraint system This system deactivates the front passenger front and side air bags and also the front passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat the system shuts off the front passenger fro
409. se sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails These sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat and monitor its seat belt buckle The SAS unit is designed to prevent the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system from deploying if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the front passenger air bag the system deactivates the front passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system when the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates Refer to the following table for the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illumination conditions This system shuts off the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system so make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates according to the following table The air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes and the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates 1f the sensors have a possible malfunction If this happens the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner will not d
410. security indicator light may illuminate or flash if the advanced key is placed in an area where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal such as on the dashboard or in the glove box Move the advanced key to another place switch the ignition off and then restart the engine e Signals from TV or radio station or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone could interfere with your immobilizer system If you are using the proper advanced key and the engine fails to start check the security indicator light If the indicator light is flashing switch the ignition to ACC or switch the ignition off and wait for a while then restart the engine If it does not start after 3 or more tries contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are driving do not shut off the engine Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked If the engine is shut off while the indicator light is flashing you will not be able to restart it Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system the advanced key including auxiliary key are needed Bring all the advanced keys including auxiliary keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer 3 48 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Modification and Add On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system s operation if the system has been modified or if any add on equipment has been installed A CAUTION To a
411. service 6 45 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page262 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 262 1 Interior Comfort Audio System Operating the In Dash CD Changer Music CD player non MP3 compatible Channel preset buttons MP3 Music CD MP3 CD player compatible CD slot CD play button Load button CD eject button Scan button Disc up Folder up Fast forward Track button up button Disc down Folder down button Reverse Track down button Display button M 200 CLOCK Repeat button Random button Display feed dial There are two types of In dash CD NOTE changers Check which In dash CD The CD will begin playback automatically changer your vehicle is equipped with after insertion Type Playable data A CD cannot be inserted while the display Music CD player reads WAIT A beeping sound can be heard non MP3 compatible Music data CD DA during this waiting time Music CD MP3 CD There will be short lapse before play begins player oe CD DA while the player reads the digital signals on MP3 compatible p the CD NOTE Normal insertion If a disc has both music data CD DA and MP3 files playback of the two file types differs 1 Press the load button LOAD depending on how the disc was recorded 2 When IN is displayed insert the CD Inserting the CD Inserting CDs into desired tray number The CD must be la
412. servoir Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous If sprayed on the windshield it will dirty the windshield affect your visibility and could result in an accident Using Washer Fluid Without Anti freeze Protection in Cold Weather Operating your vehicle in temperatures below 4 degrees C 40 degrees F using washer fluid without anti freeze protection is dangerous as it could cause impaired windshield vision and result in an accident In cold weather always use washer fluid with anti freeze protection NOTE State or local regulations may restrict the use of volatile organic compounds VOCs which are commonly used as anti freeze agents in washer fluid A washer fluid with limited VOC content should be used only if it provides adequate freeze resistance for all regions and climates in which the vehicle will be operated RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page350 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 350 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir add fluid if necessary Body Lubrication All moving points of the body such as door and hood hinges and locks should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather Make sure the hood s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable But use only washer fluid
413. sh unit for air pressure B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door Original Equipment OE Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle Vehicle Load Limit The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and cargo Bead Area of the Tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall Area of the Tire Area between the bead area and the tread Tread Area of the Tire Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it s mounted on the vehicle Seating capacity means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants Seating capacity is described on the tire label Production options weight is the combination weight of installed regular production options weighing over 2 3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Rim is the metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated 9 29 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page412 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 412 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally Here are some important maintenance points Tire Inflation Pressure
414. sible to install the tire pressure sensors Be sure to have the tire pressure sensors installed whenever tires or wheels are replaced When having a tire or wheel or both replaced the following types of tire pressure sensor installations are possible The tire pressure sensor is removed from the old wheel and installed to the new one The same tire pressure sensor is used with the same wheel Only the tire is replaced A new tire pressure sensor is installed to a new wheel NOTE The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered when a new tire pressure sensor is purchased For purchase of a tire pressure sensor and registration of the tire pressure sensor ID signal code consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer When reinstalling a previously removed tire pressure sensor to a wheel replace the grommet seal between valve body sensor and wheel for the tire pressure sensor S 35 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 178 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 178 1 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges 19 Speedometer xoc soe aas anite t nete p Ee Seed page 5 37 2 Speed Unit Selector i nce SU ee RU es page 5 37 2 Odometer Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector sse page 5 37 4 Tachometer cette ote ec HR HN page 5 38 5 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge sese page 5 39 Fuel Gauge ee a ERR een ER
415. sly while you are driving do not shut off the engine Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked If you shut off the engine while the light is flashing you will not be able to restart it Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system the keys are needed Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Modification and Add On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system s operation if the system has been modified or if any add on equipment has been installed CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle do not modify the system or install any add on equipment to the immobilizer system or the vehicle Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 121 1 Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft Deterrent System If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning lights Refer to Operation on page 3 51 NOTE The theft deterrent system operates with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter With advanced key The thefi deterrent system can also be operated using the advanced keyless function The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried The system w
416. smitter Lock button Unlock button Trunk button NOTE e U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA 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 NOTE The unlock button can be used to open the power windows Refer to Opening the Power Windows from Outside page 3 38 The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed Lock button To lock the doors press the lock button and the hazard warning lights will flash once RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page93 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM To confirm that all doors have been locked press the lock button again within 5 seconds If they are closed and locked the horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will flash once NOTE Doors can be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door is open However the hazard warning lights will not flash and the horn will not sound The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is armed The ha
417. ss 2 Say Beep Mute 3 Prompt Microphone muted Canceling mute 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 283 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 2 Say Beep Mute off 3 Prompt Microphone unmuted Transferring a Call Transferring a call from Hands Free to a mobile phone Communication between the hands free unit and a mobile phone is canceled and the line can be switched to a standard call using a mobile phone 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 2 Say Beep Transfer call 3 Prompt Transferred call to phone Transferring a call from a mobile phone to Hands Free Communication between mobile phones can be switched to the Bluetooth Hands Free system Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 2 Say Beep Transfer call 3 Prompt Transferred call to Hands Free system Call waitin A call can be interrupted to receive an incoming call from a third party Call interrupt A call can be switched to a new incoming call Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press 6 67 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page284 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free NOTE refuse an incoming call press the voice recognition hands free switch with a long press Af
418. sse page 6 26 Operating the aee RE eie Res page 6 30 Operating the Satellite Radio sess page 6 32 Operating the Compact Disc CD Player 20 page 6 44 Operating the In Dash CD Changer sss page 6 46 Operating the Auxiliary Jack 2 uae eee enteras page 6 50 Error Indications unge edi cdd ce dere page 6 51 6 25 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page242 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System V Power Volume Sound Controls Black plate 242 1 Power Volume dial Power ON OFF Switch the ignition to ACC or ON Press the power volume dial to turn the audio system on Press the power volume dial again to turn the audio system off NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the audio system on for a long period of time when the engine is not running Volume adjustment To adjust the volume turn the power volume dial Turn the power volume dial to the right to increase volume to the left to decrease it 6 26 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H O O H M CLOCK Audio control dial Audio sound adjustment 1 Press the audio control dial to select the function The selected function will be indicated RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page243 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Standard audio equipped
419. stays on while you re driving the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction If this occurs your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS Should this happen consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible NOTE When the engine is jump started to charge the battery uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light may illuminate If this occurs it is the result of the weak battery and does not indicate an ABS malfunction Recharge the battery V Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning O BRAKE If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on simultaneously The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system 5 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 152 1 A WARNING Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated simultaneously is dangerous When both lights are illuminated the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances V Brake Pad Wear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn the built in wea
420. straint systems can only be accommodated in the two positions on the rear seat Some child restraint systems also employ specially designed LATCH attachments refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 37 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 43 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Tethered Child Restraint Systems Work Only on Tether Equipped Rear Seats Installation of a tether equipped child restraint system in the front passenger s seat defeats the safety design of the system and will result in an increased chance of serious injury if the child restraint system goes forward without benefit of being tethered Place tether equipped child restraint systems where there are tether anchors V Rear Seat Child Restraint System Installation Follow these instructions when using a child restraint system unless you are attaching a LATCH equipped child restraint system to the rear LATCH lower anchors Refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 37 NOTE Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions carefully If you are not sure whether you have a LATCH system or tether check in the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions and follow them accordingly Depending on the type of child restraint system it may use LATCH system instead of seat belts or if the belt goes across the child s chest may recommend against using automatic locking mode
421. systems and the corresponding tether anchor Always secure a child in a proper child restraint system Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous No matter how strong the person may be he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Even in a moderate accident the child may be exposed to air bag forces that could result in serious injury or death to the child or the child may be slammed into an adult causing injury to both child and adult Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child 2 27 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page40 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 40 1 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Do not install a front facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat unless it is unavoidable In a collision the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child If instal
422. systems may not fit all seating positions Before purchasing a child restraint system it should be tested in the specific vehicle seating position or positions where it is intended to be used If a previously purchased child restraint system does not fit you may need to purchase a different one that will Infant seat An infant seat provides restraint by bracing the infant s head neck and back against the seating surface 2 30 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 42 1 o Child seat A child seat restrains a child s body using the harness Booster seat A booster seat is a child restraint accessory designed to improve the fit of the seat belt system around the child s body 8 8 7 1 Edition Page43 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Installing Child Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child 1s safer in the rear seat The front passenger s seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12 and with rear facing child restraint systems it 1s clearly unsafe due to air bags NOTE Even if your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 46 which automatically deactivates the front passenger air bag a rear seat is the safest place for a child of any age or size Some child restraint systems now come with tethers and therefore must be installed on the seats that take tethers to be effective In your Mazda tethered child re
423. t add engine oil over Full This for the oil to return to the oil pan may cause engine damage The distance between Low and Full on the dipstick represents the following Oil capacity L US qt Imp qt 2 0 2 1 1 8 8 13 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page346 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Each mark from the Full mark equates to about 0 5 L 0 5 US qt 0 4 Imp qt There are 3 marks between Low and Full Full Low 0 5 L 0 5 US qt 0 4 Imp qt 1 0 L 1 1 US qt 0 9 Imp qt 3 L5 L 1 6 US qt 1 3 Imp qt 4 2 0 L 2 1 US qt 1 8 Imp qt Verify that the engine cover is securely installed 8 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 346 1 Engine Coolant V Inspecting Coolant Level A WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT A hot engine is dangerous If the engine has been running parts of the engine compartment can become very hot You could be burned Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir but do not open it ex Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling an Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine
424. t switch and the vehicle could be stolen V Starting the Engine Ignition switch positions As there is no traditional key some of the ignition switch functions are different RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page80 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Black plate 80 1 Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System The engraved mark LOCK indicated in the illustration may differ from that indicated on the actual vehicle it may read OFF OFF LOCK Knob Released The power supply to electrical devices is turned off OFF LOCK Knob Depressed The ignition can be switched to ACC when the KEY indicator light green illuminates in the instrument cluster Ig e AWARNING Before leaving the driver s seat always switch the ignition to OFF LOCK set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission It is important to switch the ignition to OFF LOCK even if you are not removing the key from the ignition or leaving the vehicle Leaving the key in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down Leaving the driver s seat without switching the ignition to OFF LOCK setting the parking brake and shifting the shift lever to P with an automatic transmission or to 1 or R with a manual transmission is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur This could cause an a
425. t switch is off 2 If you are changing the right bulb start the engine turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and turn off engine If you are changing the left bulb turn the steering wheel to the left 3 Turn the center section of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove the retainers and partially peel back the mudguard 4 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 5 Disconnect the bulb from the socket 6 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure 8 31 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page364 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Side turn signal lights 1 Slide the light unit rearward 2 Rotate the light unit clockwise as shown in the figure and pull it out 9 3 Press the tab on the bulb socket and disconnect the connector cord 4 Replace with a new light unit and install it in the reverse order of the removal procedure NOTE The side turn signal light bulb cannot be replaced The entire light unit itself has to be replaced therefore consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for a replacement light unit 8 32 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 364 1 Brake lights Taillights Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the LED bulbs should be replaced by an expert repairer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer Rear turn signal lights Reve
426. t use chains on the front tires Use only T V standard chains and make sure they fit Installing the chains 1 Secure the chains on the rear tires as tightly as possible Always follow the chain manufacturer s instructions 2 Retighten the chains after driving 1 2 km 14 1 2 mile RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page139 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 139 1 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading AWARNING AWARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly Be careful not to overload your vehicle and applying the brakes lightly until The gross axle weight rating GAWR brake performance returns to normal and the gross vehicle weight rating Driving with wet brakes is GVWR of your vehicle are on the dangerous Increased stopping Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label distance or the vehicle pulling to one on the driver s door frame Exceeding side when braking could result in a these ratings can cause an accident serious accident Light braking will or vehicle damage You can estimate indicate whether the brakes have the weight of your load by weighing been affected the items or people before putting them in the vehicle A CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle on flooded roads as it could cause short circuiting of electrical electronic parts or engine damage or stalling from water absorption If the vehicle has been immersed in water consult an Authorized Mazda D
427. table on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision When the seat belt is fastened it will always be in the emergency locking mode until it is switched to automatic locking mode by pulling it all the way out to its full length If the belt feels tight and hinders comfortable movement while the vehicle is stopped or in motion it may be in the automatic locking mode because the belt has been pulled too far out To return the belt to the more comfortable emergency locking mode wait until the vehicle has stopped in a safe level area retract the belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode and then extend it around you again If the belt is locked and cannot be pulled out retract the belt once and then try pulling it out slowly If this fails pull the belt strongly one time and loosen then pull it out again slowly V Automatic Locking Mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child restraint system from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an accident To enable seat belt automatic locking mode pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the child restraint system It will retract down to the child restraint system and stay locked on it See the section on child restraint page 2 26 2 17 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page30 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 30 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Location
428. tained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Up to 6 advanced keys can be used with the advanced keyless functions per vehicle 3 4 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8 7 1 Edition Page75 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 75 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Advanced Key Maintenance A CAUTION Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly When replacing the battery be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged There is the danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced Replace only with the same type battery CR2025 or equivalent Dispose of used batteries according to the following instructions Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape Never disassemble Never throw the battery into fire or water Never deform or crush The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H The KEY indicator light green flashes in the instrument cluster for about 30 seconds after the engine is turned off The system does not operate and the operation indicator light on the transmitter does not flash when the buttons are pressed The system s op
429. tallic device such as a non genuine navigation system is equipped near the center of the dashboard which may block radio signals from the tire pressure sensor to the receiver unit When using the following devices in the vehicle that may cause radio interference with the receiver unit A digital device such as a personal computer Acurrent converter device such as a DC AC converter When excess snow or ice adheres to the vehicle especially around the wheels When the tire pressure sensor batteries are exhausted When using a wheel with no tire pressure sensor installed When using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the side walls When using tire chains Tires and Wheels CAUTION When inspecting or adjusting the tire air pressures do not apply excessive force to the stem part of the wheel unit The stem part could be damaged Changing tires and wheels The following procedure allows the TPMS to recognize a tire pressure sensor s unique ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are changed such as changing to and from winter tires RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel77 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM NOTE Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID signal code The signal code must be registered with the TPMS before it can work The easiest way to do it is to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change your tire and complete ID signal code registration When having tires changed at an Aut
430. tch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Phone book 3 Prompt Select one of the following new entry edit list names delete or erase all or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep List names 6 70 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 286 1 5 Prompt XXXXX XXXXX Ex John s phone Mary s phone Bill s phone Voice guidance reads out the voice tags registered to the phone book Press the voice recognition hands free switch during the read out at the desired name and then say one of the following voice commands to execute it Continue Continues the voice guidance Call Calls the registered phone number Edit Edits the registered phone number Delete Deletes the registered phone number Previous Returns to the previous phone number Cancel Returns to main menu 6 Prompt End of list would you like to start from the beginning 7 Say Beep No 8 Prompt Returning to main menu RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page287 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Hands Free Telephone Setting V Mobile Phone Mobile phone registration For the r
431. teering is still inoperable Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 22 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 164 1 NOTE The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction indicator light illuminates Steering is possible but requires more physical effort Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving extremely slowly will cause the power steering system to go into protective mode which will make the steering feel heavy but this does not indicate a malfunction If this occurs park the vehicle safely and wait a few minutes for the system to return to normal RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 165 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Cruise Control With cruise control you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km h 19 mph A WARNING Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in loss of vehicle control Hilly terrain gt Steep inclines gt Heavy or unsteady traffic Slippery or winding roads Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green CRUISE The indicator light has two colors Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON OFF switch is pressed and
432. temperature of the engine coolant To protect the engine when the engine coolant temperature is low the engine does not run at high speeds The fuel supply will be cut at an rpm lower than the red zone Refer to Tachometer on page 5 38 The gear shift up point may move to the high rpm range temporarily while the engine is warming up in order to shorten the warming up period The Sport AT has an option that is not included in the traditional automatic transmission giving the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the transmission to shift gears Even if you intend to use the automatic transmission functions as a traditional automatic you should also be aware that you can inadvertently shift into manual shift mode and an inappropriate gear may be retained as the vehicle speed increases If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine racing confirm you have not accidentally slipped into manual shift mode page 5 16 5 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel57 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM V Transmission Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter P Park P locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from rotating A WARNING Always set the shift lever to P and set the parking brake Only setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous If P fails to hold the vehic
433. tenance Schedule 8 8 Owner Maintenance Precautions sese 8 9 Engine Compartment Overview 8 11 Engine Oll na hee esr e eh deed 8 12 Engine Coolant eL 8 14 Brake Clutch Fluid essere 8 16 Washer iden aimed 8 17 Body Lubrication essere 8 18 Wiper Blades ERR ee ee 8 19 Battery Tires Light Bulbs Fuses Appearance Care 8 42 How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage 8 42 Exterior Care iiec teer ter FOI 8 44 deae eet a 8 48 8 1 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page334 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 334 1 Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance If you are unsure about any procedure it describes we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer Factory trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle Without this expertise and the parts that have been designed and made especially for your Mazda inadequate incomplete and insufficient servicing may result in problems This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries For expert adv
434. ter receiving a new incoming call the previous call is placed on hold Switching calls Switching back to the previous call can also be done Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press Ending the current call Press the voice recognition hands free switch during the call with a long press V Voice Guidance Interrupt Operation Voice guidance can be stopped by pressing the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press while it is being heard A new voice input command can then be spoken by the user Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press V Phone Book Settings Editing phone book The data registered to the Bluetooth Hands Free phone book can be edited NOTE Do this function only when parked It is too distracting to attempt while driving and you may make too many errors to be effective Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system 6 68 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 284 1 NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Phone book 3 Prompt Select one of the following new entry edit list names delete or erase all or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Ed
435. tery to be disconnected will result in the seat position memory being erased As a result the seat will continue to slide rearward and the seatback will lower rearward Operate a switch other than a lumbar support adjustment switch to adjust the seat position 2 11 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page24 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING Make sure luggage and cargo are secured before driving Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury Do not allow anyone to sit on the center console between the rear seats Allowing someone to sit on the rear center console between the rear seats is dangerous The rear center console is not designed for occupant seating During a collision occupants not wearing a seat belt could be thrown from the vehicle and seriously injured or even killed 2 12 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 24 1 Non Adjustable Head Restraints Your vehicle is equipped with non adjustable head restraints on the driver s and front passenger s seatbacks The non adjustable head restraints consist of a trimmed foam covering over the upper structure of the seatbacks and are intended to help protect you and the front passenger from neck injury Adjust the seatbacks to their upright on road positions so that the head restraint is positioned as close a
436. th one hand while it folds down When lowering the seatback be All of the seatbacks play an careful not to pinch or injure your important role in your protection in a gt is Wages l it could vehicle Leaving the seatback HR RIE ENEMAS IE damage it unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision resulting in severe injury After adjusting the seatback at any time even when there are no other passengers rock the seatback to Because your vehicle has free style doors page 3 29 the rear door cannot be opened while the front door is closed To exit the rear seating area fold the front seatback forward using the following procedure and open the front door first make sure it is locked in place NOTE The seatback folding feature is not equipped Never lower a front seatback while an on the manually operated driver s seat The occupant is seated in the seat even if feature is only available on the power seat the vehicle is stopped Lowering a front seatback while an Seatback folding occupant is seated in the seat is dangerous because the seatback Standard folds down suddenly when operated Pull the lever upward to fold the seatback which could cause an injury forward Never lower a front seatback while the vehicle is moving Lowering a front seatback while the vehicle is moving is dan
437. the desired language English French or Spanish NOTE Other language settings can also be made while in the current setting by saying the name of the language in the native pronunciation 7 Prompt French Desired language selected Is this correct 8 Say Beep Yes 9 Prompt French Desired language selected returning to main menu Spoken in the newly selected language Method 2 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep French Say the desired language English French or Spanish NOTE Other language settings can also be made while in the current setting by saying the name of the language in the native pronunciation 3 Prompt Would you like to change the language to French Desired language 6 61 2 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page278 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 4 Say Beep Yes 5 Prompt Please wait Switching to French phone book French selected returning to main menu Spoken in the newly selected language Mobile telephone programming Pairing To use Bluetooth Hands Free a mobile phone
438. the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle or loss of control Always keep the vehicle within the axle weight rating limits Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage 9 37 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page420 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 53 AM Black plate 420 1 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A GCW GCW Gross Combination Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage The GCW must never exceed the GCWR A 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 or damage to the vehicle Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR GAWR limitations Replacement tire
439. the audio playback depending on the device connected to the accessory socket gt Depending on the device connected to the accessory socket the vehicle s electrical system may be affected which could cause the warning light to illuminate Disconnect the connected device and make sure that the problem is resolved If the problem is resolved disconnect the device from the socket and switch the ignition off If the problem is not resolved consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE To prevent discharging of the battery do not use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page305 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 305 1 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency Parking an Emergency cscsscssscsssssscsscssscssessssssseesscsseeseres 7 2 Parking in an Emergency 7 2 Tire p ER 7 3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage sss 7 3 Instant Mobility System IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Katz oe e 7 5 Changing the Tire tee Reed 7 1 Overheating M 7 17 Overheating desee rette eru teles teens 7 17 Emergency Starting eee esee eee eese eene teens testen tuno 7 19 Starting a Flooded Engine sess 7 19 Jump Stdrting ccce edente 7 20 Push Star ng ee Oe e etnies 7 23 Emergency TOWNS
440. the operational range however starting the engine may be possible The engine may not start if the advanced key is placed in the following areas Around the dashboard Inthe storage compartments such as the glove box Onthe rear parcel shelf Starting the engine may be possible even if the advanced key is outside of the vehicle and extremely close to a door and window however always start the engine from the driver s seat If the vehicle is started and driven away while the advanced key is not in the vehicle the vehicle will not restart after it is turned off and the ignition is switched off If the advanced key is detected within operational range the operation indicator light on the transmitter flashes momentarily Locking Unlocking the Doors with Request Switch All doors can be locked unlocked by pressing the request switch on the front doors while the advanced key is being carried Request switch 3 8 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H To lock To lock the doors press the request switch A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once NOTE The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is armed The hazard warning lights do not flash if all the doors are locked before the thefi deterrent system is properly armed When the doors are locked by pressing the request switch on the front doors while the thefi deterrent system is armed the hazard war
441. ther reasons such as a switch continues to be operated after the window is fully open close the power windows will not fully open and close automatically Resetting of the automatic function can be performed using the driver s master control switch or the passenger door switch The power window auto function reset procedure can be done on one or both door switches The power window auto function will only resume on the side that has been reset 1 Switch the ignition ON 2 Make sure that the power window lock switch located on the driver s door is not depressed 3 Press the switch and fully open the power window 4 Pull up the switch to fully close the power window and continue holding the switch for about 2 seconds after the window fully closes 5 Repeat Steps 3 4 for the passenger power window 6 Make sure that the power windows operate correctly using the door switches Two step down function With the power window completely closed press the switch lightly and it will open and stop about 3 cm 1 in from the top If you continue to press and hold the switch the window will resume opening all the way 3 36 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 106 1 NOTE Pressing the power window switch once when the window is fully closed will only open it about 3 cm 1 in to allow convenient ventilation of the cabin Canceling the two step down function To cancel the two step down function
442. they are closed and locked the horn will sound NOTE The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is armed The hazard warning lights do not flash if all the doors are locked before the thefi deterrent system is properly armed When the doors are locked by pressing the lock button on the transmitter while the thefi deterrent system is armed the hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 NOTE All doors cannot be locked when any door is open Confirm that all doors are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click Unlock button To unlock the driver s door press the unlock button A beep will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice To unlock all doors press the unlock button again within 3 seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard 8 8 7 1 Edition Page85 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM 0 Black plate 85 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off The hazard warning lights do not flash unless the theft deterrent system has been properly turned off When the doors are unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter while the thefi deterrent system is turned off the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate th
443. thorized Mazda Dealer If you have no spare fuses borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation such as the AUDIO or CIGAR circuit A CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating Otherwise you may damage the electric system Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 369 1 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses in the cabin are normal inspect the fuse block under the hood If a fuse is blown it must be replaced Follow these steps 1 Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches 2 Remove the fuse block cover Next to air filter NOTE Remove the engine and battery covers before removing the fuse block cover near the battery 8 37 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page370 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating A WARNING Do not replace the main fuse by yourself Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement Replacing the fuse by yourself is dangerous because the MAIN fuse is a high current fuse Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in a fire NOTE Verify that the engine cover is securely installed 8 38 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H
444. ting the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise The advanced key must be carried because the advanced key carries an immobilizer chip that must communicate with the engine controls at short range When starting the engine be sure the start knob is securely attached before trying to operate it If the knob becomes detached from the ignition switch re attach it by pushing it on to the ignition switch 1 Make sure the advanced key is being carried 2 Occupants should fasten their seat belts 3 Make sure the parking brake is on 4 Depress the brake pedal Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 5 Manual transmission Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine Automatic transmission Put the vehicle in park P If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving shift into neutral N NOTE Manual transmission The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way Automatic transmission The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N 6 Push the start knob slowly all the way 3 11 8 8 7 1 Edition Page82 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 82 1 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System 7 Verify that the KEY indicator light green illuminates in the instrument cluster The KEY warning light red means you cannot c
445. tion Page77 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 77 1 0 Knowing Your Mazda Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions Operational Range The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried NOTE When the battery power is low or in places where there are high intensity radio waves or noise the operational range may become narrower or the system may not operate Locking unlocking the doors The operational range for locking unlocking the doors is an area of up to 80 cm 31 in from the center of the front door handles Exterior transmitter TT C Operational range NOTE The system may not operate if you are too close to the windows door handles Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Opening the trunk lid The operational range for opening the trunk lid is an area of up to 80 cm 31 in from the center of the trunk lid Exterior transmitter lt gt Operational range Starting the engine The operational range for starting the engine includes nearly the entire cabin area Interior transmitter C2 Operational range 3 7 8 8 7 1 Edition Page78 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda 1 1 78 1 Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System NOTE The trunk is out of
446. tion U S A H is the speed rating The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168 mph 186 mph For tires with maximum speed capability over 149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For tires with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR M S or M S Mud and Snow AT All Terrain AS All Season The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some functional use mud and snow U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT which indicates the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was manufactured For example the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example the number 2102 means the 21th week of 2002 The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire In general the greater the number of plies the more weight a tire can
447. tion switch has to be pushed in from the ACC position and turned Without being pushed in the ignition switch stops at the ACC position and the vehicle battery may be discharged if the ignition switch is left in the ACC position When leaving the vehicle make sure the ignition is switched to OFF LOCK Ifthe vehicle is left with the ignition not switched to OFF LOCK a beep sound is heard and the indicator light flashes to notify the driver Refer to Warning Beep page 3 17 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Operation Using Advanced Key Functions V Keyless Entry System This system uses the more traditional keyless entry buttons to remotely lock and unlock the doors and opens the trunk lid and opens the power windows It can also help you signal for attention Press the buttons slowly and carefully NOTE The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2 5 m 8 ft from the center of the vehicle but this may vary due to local conditions The system does not operate when the auxiliary key is in the ignition switch With the start knob installed in the OFF LOCK position the system is fully operational If the ignition is not switched off or the start knob is pushed in the system does not operate All doors cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any door is open The hazard warning lights will also not flash If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the opera
448. tional range becomes too small the battery may be dead To install a new battery refer to Maintenance page 3 5 3 13 8 8 7 1 Edition Page84 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Black plate 84 1 ae Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System Transmitter Operation indicator light Panic button Lock button Trunk button Unlock button NOTE U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA 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 NOTE The unlock button can be used to open the power windows Refer to Opening the Power Windows from Outside page 3 38 The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed Lock button To lock the doors press the lock button A beep sound will be heard once and the hazard warning lights will flash once 3 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H To confirm that all doors have been locked press the lock button again within 5 seconds If
449. tioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows Press the mode selector switch to the desired position 2 Set the air intake selector to the amp position 3 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 4 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 5 Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A C switch NOTE One of the functions of the air conditioner is dehumidifying the air and to use this function the temperature does not have to be set to cold Therefore set the temperature control dial to the desired position hot or cold and turn on the air conditioner when you want to dehumidify the cabin air 6 10 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 226 1 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page227 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Black plate 227 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Climate control information is displayed on the information display Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch Fan control dial switch Temperature control dial OFF switch Air intake selector Auto switch Mode selector switch Control Switches AUTO switch Outside Recirculated air selection Air conditioner operation NOTE AUTO switch indicator light When on it indicates AUTO operation and the system will function automatically Ifany of the following dials or switches are operat
450. tions are most effectively resolved by your dealer If the cause of your dissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal dealership procedures we recommend that you take the following steps WSTEP 1 Contact the Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with a member of dealership management If the Service Manager has already reviewed your concerns contact the owner of the dealership or its General Manager Y STEP 2 Contact the Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative If more expedient contact Mazda Canada Inc Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements Regional Office address and phone numbers are shown page 9 8 STEP 3 Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department If still not substantially satisfied contact the Customer Relations Department Mazda Canada Inc 55 Vogell Road Richmond Hill Ontario LAB 3K5 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 Provide the Department with the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number VIN Refer to the Vehicle Identification Labels page of section 10 of this manual for the location of the VIN 95 Purchase date Present odometer reading A Your dealer s name and location 7 The nature of your problem and or cause of dissatisfaction The Department in
451. tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver s side B pillar or on the edge of the rear door on the driver s side SAMPLE AND LOADING INFORMATION RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR LES PNEUS ET LE CHARGEMENT V SEATING CAPACITY FRONT REAR NOMBREDEPLACES TOTAL 5 AVANT 2 ARRI RE The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed kg or Ibs Le poids total des occupants et du chargement ne doit jamais d passer XXX kg ou XXX Ib wt E ME ees SIZE PNEU DIMENSIONS PNEUS A FROID MODA ERONT 195 70814 200 kPa 29 psi VOIR LE MANUEL ARRERE P195 70R14 200 kPa 29 psi DE L USAGER POUR PLUS DE DE 20 7125 70015 420 kPa 60 psi DISSE SUE V Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the tire label you will find the recommended tire inflation pressure in both kPa and psi for the tires installed as original equipment on the vehicle It is very important that the inflation pressure of the tires on your vehicle is maintained at the recommended pressure You should check the tire pressure regularly to insure that the proper inflation pressure is maintained Refer to Tires on page 10 6 NOTE Tire pressures listed on the vehicle placard or tire information label indicate the recommended cold tire inflation pressure measured when the tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours As you drive
452. to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision resulting in severe injury After adjusting the seatback at any time even when there are no other passengers rock the seatbach to make sure it is locked in place Some models 2 3 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel6 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Dial type To change the seatback angle lean forward slightly while rotating the dial to the desired position Lever type To change the seatback angle lean forward slightly while raising the lever Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward 2 4 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H o Black plate 16 1 CAUTION When returning a rear reclined seatback to its upright position make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever or dial If the seatback is not supported it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury V Height Adjustment Driver s Seat To adjust the seat height move the lever up or down RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel7 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 17 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Folding the Seat Passenger s seat only A CAUTION When operating the seatbach A WARNING support the seatback firmly wi
453. tooth Hands Free Operation Bluetooth Hands Free Preparation Language setting The available languages are English Spanish and Canadian French If the language setting is changed all of the voice guidance and voice input commands are done in the selected language NOTE If the language setting is changed phone registration is maintained Phonebook records are not cleared but each language has a separate phonebook Therefore entries created in one language will need to be re entered in the phonebook of the new language Do these steps before you start driving These less used functions are too distracting to undertake while driving until you are fully familiar with the system Method 1 1 Press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press without navigation system or a long press with navigation system NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 3 Prompt Select one of the following Pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to the main menu Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 277 1 Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free 4 Say Beep Language 5 Prompt Select a language English French or Spanish 6 Say Beep French Speak
454. transmission To switch the ignition from ACC to OFF LOCK the shift lever must be in the P position LOCK Shift lever engaged in P park Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked with steering lock mechanism Removing the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock You will lose steering control and a serious accident could occur For vehicles equipped with the advanced key the steering wheel locks when the starter knob is turned to the OFF LOCK position Before leaving the driver s seat always switch the ignition to OFF LOCK set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission It is important to switch the ignition to OFF LOCK even if you are not removing the key from the ignition or leaving the vehicle Leaving the key in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down Leaving the driver s seat without switching the ignition to OFF LOCK setting the parking brake and shifting the shift lever to P with an automatic transmission or to 1 or R with a manual transmission is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur This could cause an accident 5 3 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 146 Wednesday July 14 2
455. tteries according to the following instructions Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape Never disassemble Never throw the battery into fire and or water Never deform or crush Replacing the transmitter battery 1 Unfold the key page 3 20 3 24 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 94 1 2 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter Tab 3 Insert a small flathead screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page95 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM 4 Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery NOTE If it is difficult to remove the battery by pressing with a finger use a small flathead screwdriver to press out the battery 5 Put in the new battery CR1620 or equivalent with the positive pole facing down 6 Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 95 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 7 Align the key with the transmitter as shown in the figure and insert the key until a click sound is heard CAUTION Insert the key into the transmitter securely until a click sound is heard If it is not inserted securely it could detach from the transmitter V Service
456. ty Grading System UTQGS This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U S National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear traction and temperature performance V Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm because of variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C These grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance A WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering turning hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades A the highest B and C represent the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
457. type key All doors can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 21 V Freestyle Doors The pillarless freestyle doors are front and rear hinged for ease of ingress and egress to the rear seat Opening the freestyle doors 1 Open the front door first 2 Pull the rear door handle and open the rear door Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 99 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Before closing a front door make sure other passengers are not operating a rear door and a rear passenger s head or hands are away from the rear door If the front door is closed while a passenger is operating the rear door handle a hand or fingers could be injured if the handle is forced back Also a rear passenger could hit their head against the door during access to the rear seat NOTE The rear door cannot be opened while the front door is closed Make sure the front seatbelt is unfastened before the rear door is opened The rear door cannot be opened with the front seatbelt fastened because the front seatbelt may lock Ifany door is left open for more than about an hour the front seatbelt will lock and the rear door cannot be opened If this happens close all doors and open the rear door again This vehicle is not equipped with child safety locks due to the design of the front and rear doors The rear doors must
458. u re unsure of how tight the nuts should be have them inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Nut tightening torque 88 118 9 12 65 87 Nm kgfm 160 WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous The wheel could wobble or come off This could result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accident Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them with metric nuts of the same configuration Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads using a non metric nut is dangerous On a metric stud it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident 5 Remove the tire blocks and store the tools jack and damaged tire 6 Check the inflation pressure Refer to the specification charts on page 10 6 7 Have the flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible A WARNING Do not drive with any tires that have incorrect air pressure Driving on tires with incorrect air pressure is dangerous Tires with incorrect pressure could affect handling and result in an accident 7 15 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page320 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 320 1 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling store them properly With Tire Pressure Monitori
459. ue to drive using the advanced key system Park the vehicle in a safe place and use the auxiliary key to continue driving the vehicle Have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 195 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM C Black plate 195 1 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds When flashing Under the following conditions the KEY warning light red flashes to inform the driver that the start knob will not rotate to the ACC position even if it is pushed in from the OFF LOCK position The advanced key battery is dead The advanced key is not within operational range The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal page 3 7 key from another manufacturer similar to the advanced key is in the operational range Under the following conditions the KEY warning light red will flash continuously when the start knob has not been returned to the OFF LOCK position to notify the driver that the advanced key has been removed from the vehicle It will stop flashing when the advanced key is back inside the vehicle The start knob has not been returned to the OFF LOCK position the driver s door is open and the advanced key is removed from the vehicle The start knob has not been returned to the OFF LOCK position and all the doors are closed after remov
460. ul if it is necessary to down a hill is dangerous This causes downshift on slippery surfaces the loss of power steering and power Downshifting into lower gear while brake control and may cause driving on slippery surfaces is damage to the drivetrain Any loss of dangerous The sudden change in tire steering or braking control could speed could cause the tires to skid cause an accident This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely driving on ice and snow and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident When driving on ice or in water snow mud sand or similar hazards Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering Do not pump the brakes Continue to press down on the brake pedal Refer to Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 5 9 If you get stuck select a lower gear and accelerate slowly Do not spin the rear wheels For more traction in starting on slippery surfaces such as ice or packed snow use sand rock salt chains carpeting or other nonslip material under the rear wheels NOTE Use snow chains only on the rear wheels 4 7 2 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Editio
461. uly 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the Trunk Lid from the Inside Slide the inside trunk release lever in the direction of the arrow The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light The inside trunk release lever is located on the inside of the trunk end trim 3 34 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Cp Black plate 104 1 Power Windows The ignition must be switched ON for the power windows to operate WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window Closing power windows are dangerous A person s hands head or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death This warning applies especially to children Always lock the power window with the power window lock switch on the driver s side while children are in the vehicle and never allow children to play with power window switches Leaving the power window switches unlocked while children are in the vehicle is dangerous Power window switches that are not locked with the power window lock switch would allow children to operate power windows unintentionally which could result in serious injury if a child s hands head or neck becomes caught by the window RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagel05 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Operating the Power Windows NOTE The passe
462. under the jack is dangerous The jack could slip and someone could be seriously injured by the jack or the falling vehicle 3 Insert the jack handle into the jack 7 13 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page318 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Y Locking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them This key is attached to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove box and mailing it in the accompanying envelope If you lose this key consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer s order form which is with the registration card Antitheft lug nut To remove antitheft lug nut Special key Obtain the key for the antitheft lug nut 2 Place the key on top of the nut and be sure to hold the key square to it If you hold the key at an angle you may damage both key and nut Don t use a power impact wrench 3 Place the lug wrench on top of the key and apply pressure Turn the wrench counterclockwise 7 14 Some models Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H D Black plate 318 1 To install the nut 1 Place the key on top of the nut and be sure to hold the key square to it If you hold the key at an angle y
463. unless the brake pedal is depressed To shift from P 1 Depress and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Move the shift lever S 16 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 158 1 NOTE When the ignition switch is in the LOCK position the shift lever cannot be shifted from P To be sure the vehicle is in park the ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in P With Advanced Key The ignition cannot be switched from ACC to OFF when the shift lever is not in P Manual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transmission vehicle by operating the shift lever and allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the rear wheels much like a manual transmission when more control is desired To change to manual shift mode shift the lever from D to M NOTE Changing to manual shift mode while driving will not damage the transmission To return to automatic shift mode shift the lever from M to D 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 159 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 159 1 CHp NOTE Ifyou change to manual shift mode when the vehicle is stopped the gear will shift to MI f you change to manual shift mode without depressing the accelerator pedal when driving in D range 5th gear the gear will shift to M4 Ifyou change to manual shift mode without depressing the accelerator pedal when driving in D rang
464. urns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with either front seat reclined Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do not get the full protection from seat belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries For maximum protection sit well back and upright Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CHp Black plate 15 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Always sit in the front passenger seat properly with the seatback upright and feet on the floor Your front passenger seat has weight sensors sitting in the front passenger seat improperly out of position or with the seatbach reclined too far while the vehicle is moving is dangerous as it can take off weight from the seat bottom and affect the weight determination of the front passenger sensing system As a result the front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag and seat belt pretensioner which could result in serious injury Always sit upright against the seatbach with your feet on the floor Do not drive with the seatback unlocked All of the seatbachs play an important role in your protection in a vehicle Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage
465. utch system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page349 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM 0 Black plate 349 1 V Adding Brake Clutch Fluid A WARNING Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine Spilled brake fluid is dangerous If it gets in your eyes they could be seriously injured If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire If the brake clutch fluid level is low have the brakes and clutch inspected Low brake clutch fluid levels are dangerous Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak Your brakes could fail and cause an accident If the fluid level is low add fluid until it reaches MAX Before adding fluid thoroughly clean the area around the cap A CAUTION gt Brake and clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces If brake or clutch fluid does get ona painted surface wash it off with water immediately gt Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids page 10 4 will damage the systems Mixing different fluids will also damage them If the brake clutch system frequently requires new fluid consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid V Inspecting Washer Fluid Level A WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the re
466. utting your hands inside the rim of the steering wheel when using the steering shift switches is dangerous If the driver s air bag were to deploy collision your hands could be impacted causing injury NOTE When driving slowly the gears may not shift up n manual shift mode gears do not shift up automatically Do not run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZONE you may feel engine braking because the fuel delivery will be stopped to protect the engine However this does not indicate an abnormality When depressing the accelerator fully the transmission will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed Manually Shifting down M6 5 4 gt 2 gt 1 shift down to lower gear tap the shift lever forward once 5 18 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 160 1 o To shift down to a lower gear with the steering shift switches press either of the DOWN switches away from you once with your thumb DOWN switches A WARNING Do not use engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds Shifting down while driving on wet snowy or frozen roads or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking which is dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident Keep your hands on the
467. uttons together for 1 5 seconds 2 ENTER PIN appears for two seconds which indicates that it is in code input mode 6 40 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 256 1 3 SRI appears which indicates that it is ready for code input 4 Input the registered ID code using channel preset buttons 1 4 Example When the registered ID code is 2323 input 2323 At this time SRI 2323 is displayed Press for the first digit 2 for the second 3 for the third and 4 for the last digit For example if your number is 2323 press three times includes 0 2 four times 3 three times and 4 four times If the display goes off while inputting begin from Step 1 NOTE The registered ID code is the default 0000 at the time of factory shipment If 0000 results in Err on the display go to the INITIALIZATION OF ID CODE section to reset to 0000 Verification with the registered ID code 5 Determine the input code by pressing the auto memory button 6 If it does not match with the previously registered code SR1 Err is displayed and then it returns to SRI 7 If it matches with the previously registered code ENTER PIN appears again and it switches to code input mode 8 SRI appears and it is ready for input of the new ID code New ID code input 9 Input the new ID code using channel preset buttons 1 4 Example If 1234 is
468. ver 999 9 km mile V Tachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Automatic transmission Striped zone Variable red zones TUI 6 5 i i N Ww 8 4 S 6 2 4 9 BA ees gt RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 181 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Black plate 181 1 o Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators CAUTION Do not run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE This may cause severe engine damage NOTE The beep sounds to indicate engine overrev when the tachometer needle enters the striped zone The display of the variable red zone in the tachometer changes according to the temperature of the engine coolant To protect the engine when the engine coolant temperature is low the engine does not run at high speeds The fuel supply will be cut at an rpm lower than the red zone V Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant NS M XE eal mum C If the needle is near H it indicates overheating A CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage page 7 17 V Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is remaining in the tank when the ignition is switched ON We recommend kee
469. ver seat that push up the front passenger seat bottom The front passenger seat occupant sits in a manner that does not place the entire weight of the occupant on the seat such as by sitting too close to the door grasping the assist grip or the rim of the moonroof and sitting with the seatback reclined too far gt Any accessories which might decrease the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat gt Tension in the upward direction is placed on the seat belt slide bar such as by pulling up on the seat belt The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates and they will reactivate if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light turns off 2 49 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page62 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 62 1 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is dangerous The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total seated weight which could result in the unexpected deployment of the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system in an accident and may cause seriou
470. void damage to your vehicle do not modify the system or install any add on equipment to the immobilizer system or the vehicle 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Pagell9 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Immobilizer System without Advanced Key The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key the engine will not start thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION gt Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States Changes or modifications not o Black plate 119 1 Knowing Your Mazda Security System CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly gt A key ring rests on the key grip gt Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment gt To avoid damage to the key do not gt Drop the key gt Get the key wet gt Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field gt Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight
471. volves at high speed within the unit Defective cracked or badly bent CDs should never be used Do not use non conventional discs such as heart shaped octagonal discs etc The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction Ifthe memory portion of the CD is transparent or translucent do not use the disc Transparent 8 8 7 1 Edition Page235 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM CHp Black plate 235 1 new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters If a disc with rough edges is used proper Interior Comfort Audio System The CD player In dash CD changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown below No setting will not be possible and the CD player In dash CD changer will not play the CD In addition the disc may COMPACT COMPACT COMPACT not eject resulting in a malfunction Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball point pen or pencil as shown below To remove the rough edges rub the side of the pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the CD other discs can be played DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITALAUDIO oeta ReWritable TEXT ases ReWritable Use discs that have been legitimately produced If illegally copied discs such as pirated discs are used the system may not operate properly Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs Pick up a CD by grasping the
472. wer windows once then press again within 1 5 seconds and hold With key After the doors are unlocked both 1 Insert the key in the driver s door key windows open while the unlock button is cylinder pressed To stop the windows while opening 2 Turn the key counterclockwise and release the button hold until the windows are completely If the operation is performed from the open After the doors are unlocked the beginning again the windows open windows fully open automatically Advanced key Lock button Panic button Unlock button Trunk button To stop this operation turn the key to the center position then turn it counterclockwise again 3 39 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition 110 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 50 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE The window opening operation also can be stopped by turning the key clockwise However the doors will lock Closing The windows can be closed in case they are left open after getting out of the vehicle NOTE With advanced key If the auto lock function page 3 8 has been activated the doors automatically lock as you walk away from the vehicle however the power windows cannot be closed When leaving the vehicle close the windows using the power window switch inside the vehicle the key or a request switch on the front door handles With key 1 Insert the key in the driver s door key cylinder 2 Tu
473. wise to lock counterclockwise to This console box is designed to store unlock accessories Push and release to open Advanced key equipped vehicle U Unlock To close the glove compartment firmly press in the center of the glove compartment lid 6 85 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page302 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM Black plate 302 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment V Center Console Rear Front To open pull the release catch 1 Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound CAUTION Do not place bottles filled with fluid e g cosmetic fragrance in the console box If the fluid leaks it could damage the electrical wiring V Storage Box The storage box is designed to store accessories 6 86 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page303 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 52 AM To open squeeze the latch and pull the lid down When closing the storage box put the storage box back in its original position until you hear a click sound NOTE When using the storage box to store heavy accessories remove the storage box before placing or removing the accessories Insert the key auxiliary key and turn it clockwise to lock counterclockwise to unlock Advanced key equipped vehicle Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H p Black plate 303 1 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Loading long o
474. y Beep X XXX Speak an arbitrary 4 digit pairing code This can be any combination of 4 numbers NOTE Some devices accept only a particular pairing code Usually 0000 or 1234 If pairing cannot be completed refer to the owner s manual of your mobile device and try those numbers if necessary Record the code as it will be used to program your phone in Step 16 10 Prompt Pairing code XXXX 4 digit number Is this correct 11 Say Beep Yes or No 12 If Yes go to Step 13 If No the procedure returns to Step 8 13 Prompt Start pairing procedure on phone See phone s manual for instructions 14 Using the mobile telephone perform a search for the Bluetooth device Peripheral device RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page279 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM NOTE For the operation of the mobile telephone refer to its instruction manual 15 Select Mazda from the device list searched by the mobile phone 16 Input the 4 digit pairing code set in Step 9 to the mobile telephone 17 Prompt Please say the name of the phone after the beep 18 Say Beep XX XX Speak a phone tag an arbitrary name for the phone Example Stan s phone NOTE Speak a programmed phone tag within 10 seconds If more than two mobile telephones are to be programmed they cannot be programmed with the same or similar phone t
475. y rain Operation noise from turn signals wipers or the horn is heard A C airflow is strong or wind is blowing on the microphone There is noise coming from cargo loaded in the vehicle Voice commands may not be recognized depending on the voice If the voice commands are not recognized correctly repeat the commands in a louder voice at a natural pace as if speaking to another person Dialects or different wording other than hands free prompts cannot be recognized by voice recognition Speak in the wording specified by the voice commands NOTE If the voice recognition performance is not satisfactory refer to Voice Recognition Learning Function Speaker Enrollment page 6 74 Please be aware that the voice recognition may still make an error despite following the above points 6 59 2 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page276 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 51 AM Interior Comfort Bluetooth Hands Free V Function Restrictions While Using Bluetooth Hands Free Some functions are limited while Bluetooth Hands Free is being used They include Beep sound and voice guidance related to the audio unit and navigation system are not heard Beep sound related to the A C operation is not heard The navigation system s voice recognition command does not function How to Use This Section Descriptions in the text are as follows Say Voice commands to be spoken by you Prompt Voice guidan
476. y be heated excessively and cause a low temperature burn gt Do not place heavy objects with sharp projections on the seat or insert needles or pins into it This could cause the seat to become excessively heated and result in injury from a minor burn CAUTION Do not use organic solvents to clean the seat It may damage the seat surface and the heater Some models 2 13 RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page26 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 26 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE Use the seat warmer when the engine is running and do not continue to use it for a long period of time The temperature of the seat warmer cannot be adjusted because the seat warmer is controlled by a thermostat 2 14 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page27 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Black plate 27 1 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap shoulder belts out of the way when not in use The driver s seat belt has no provisions for child restraint systems and has only an emergency locking mode The driver may wear it comfortably and it will lock during a collision However the front passenger s seat and al
477. ype of accident unless a combination of frontal and side impacts occur The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection only in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in same side collisions so seat belts are always important in the following ways Without seat belt usage the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident Seat belt usage is necessary to Keep the occupant from being thrown into an inflating air bag Reduce the possibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for air bag inflation such as roll over or rear impact Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough to activate the air bags Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the air bags provide no protection to these parts of the body Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle e e e e e Small children must be protected by a child restraint system as stipulated by law in every state and province In certain states and provinces larger children must use a child restraint system page 2 26 Carefully consider which child restraint system is necessary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner s Manual as well as the child restraint system
478. ystem NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system you can also press the voice recognition hands free switch with a short press and say Beep Telephone or Phone 2 Say Beep Setup 6 74 Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H CO p Black plate 290 1 3 Prompt Select one of the following pairing options confirmation prompts select phone language or passcode or say cancel to return to main menu 4 Say Beep Confirmation prompts 5 Prompt Confirmation prompts on off Would you like to turn confirmation prompts off on 6 Say Beep Yes 7 Prompt Confirmation prompts off on returning to main menu Voice Recognition Learning Function Speaker Enrollment The voice recognition learning function enables voice recognition appropriate to the characteristics of the user s voice If the recognition of the voice input commands to the system is not adequate this function can largely improve the system s voice recognition of the user If your voice can be recognized sufficiently without using this function you may not realize the added benefit of the function To register your voice the voice input command list must be read out Read out the list when the vehicle is parked Perform the registration in as quiet a place as possible page 6 59 The registration must be performed completely The required time is a few minutes The user needs to be seated
479. ystem Installation 1 Switch the ignition ON 2 Slide the seat as far back as possible RX 8 8BQ7 EA 10H Edition Page47 Wednesday July 14 2010 11 49 AM Place the child restraint system on the seat without putting your weight on the seat and fasten the seat belt See the manufacturer s instructions on the child restraint system for belt routing instructions To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor Push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible A clicking noise from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight repeat the previous step and also this one NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child restraint system You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode When you remove the child restraint system be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions carefully Depending on the type of child restraint system it may not employ seat belts which are in automatic locking mode Seat your child safely in the child
480. zard warning lights do not flash if all the doors are locked before the thefi deterrent system is properly armed When the doors are locked by pressing the lock button on the transmitter while the thefi deterrent system is armed the hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 All doors cannot be locked when the key is in the ignition switch Confirm that all doors are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click Unlock button To unlock the driver s door press the unlock button and the hazard warning lights will flash twice To unlock all doors press the unlock button again within 5 seconds and the hazard warning lights will flash twice Form No 8BQ7 EA 10H Black plate 93 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE The hazard warning lights flash when the theft deterrent system is turned off The hazard warning lights do not flash unless the theft deterrent system has been properly turned off When the doors are unlocked by pressing the unlock button on the transmitter while the thefi deterrent system is turned off the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is turned off Refer to the theft deterrent system on page 3 51 NOTE Auto re lock function After unlocking with the transmitter all doors will automatically lock if one of the doors is not opened within about 30 sec

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