2004 MAZDA RX-8 RX8 Owners Manual

8R65 Form No. 8R65-EA-03CR2 (Part No. 9999-95-079C-04R3) Owner's Manual 2004 Owner's Manual 2004 Mazda RX-8 Mazda RX-8

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A Word to Mazda Owners Form No. 8R65-EA-03C 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 ©2003 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan July 2003 (Print3) Important Notes 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. 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. Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle. 00.fm Page 3 Friday, July 4, 2003 11:43 AM

How to Use This Manual Form No. 8R65-EA-03C 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 above symbol 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, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual. The above symbol, located on some parts of the vehicle, indicates that this manual contains information related to the part. Please refer to the manual for a detailed explanation. A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored. A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or both, could result if the caution is ignored. NOTE A NOTE provides information and sometimes suggests how to make better use of your vehicle. WARNING CAUTION J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 4 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM

Table of Contents 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. 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 climate control 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 Technical information about your Mazda. Index Navigation System J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 5 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM

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1-1 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard Overview .................................................................... 1-2 Interior Overview .......................................................................... 1-3 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 1 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM

1-2 Your Vehicle at a Glance Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Dashboard Overview Climate control system Glove box Shift lever Parking brake Audio system Passenger-side air bag Hazard warning flasher switch Wiper and washer lever Ashtray/Lighter Information display Fog lights switch* Power window lock switch Lighting control/Turn signals Instrument cluster Power window switches Driver-side air bag Ignition switch Hood release handle Audio control switch Cup holder Steering column release lever (page 5-51) (page 2-27) (page 5-29) (page 5-48) (page 5-50) (page 3-15) (page 3-14) (page 3-18) (page 6-34) (page 3-25) (page 6-40) (page 5-5) (page 5-8)/(page 5-10) (page 6-43)/(page 6-42) (page 6-44) (page 5-2) (page 5-55) (page 6-10) (page 6-2) (page 2-27) (page 6-45) *Some models. J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 2 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM

1-3 Your Vehicle at a Glance Form No. 8R65-EA-03C Interior Overview Seat belts Interior light Sunvisors Rear seat Vanity mirror Rearview mirror Front seats Curtain air bags Side air bags (page 6-37) (page 2-8) (page 6-37) (page 2-7) (page 3-26) (page 6-37) (page 2-2) (page 2-27) (page 2-27) J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 3 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM

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