2010 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 186

RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page186 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (186,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qCharging System Warning Light 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 5-56. This warning light illuminates when the switch is turned 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. 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. CAUTION Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly. qEngine Oil Level Warning Light CAUTION Don't run the engine if the oil level is low. It could result in extensive engine damage. 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. 5-44 Form No.8AT5-EA-09E