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RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page197 Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM Black plate (197,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE 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 HomeLimk 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 someone were to be hit. FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3 CANADA:4112104541A 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. qPre-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 radiofrequency signal. l 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. l Verify that there is a remote control transmitter available for the device you would like to program. Disconnect the power to the device. 5-63 Form No.8V89-EA-06F

Section	Page
RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1.pdf	1
#ZOOM-ZOOM#	2
#ZOOM-ZOOM#	2
A Word to Mazda Owners	4
#NO M-TITLE#	4
How to Use This Manual	5
#NO M-TITLE#	5
Table of Contents	6
Dashboard and Interior Overview	9
#Dashboard and Interior Overview#	9
Exterior Overview	11
#Exterior Overview#	11
Seats	15
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)	15
Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)	18
Rear Seat	21
Seat Belt Systems	22
Seat Belt Precautions	22
Location of Seat Belt	25
Seat Belt	26
Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems	27
Seat Belt Extender	30
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep	31
Child Restraint	32
Child Restraint Precautions	32
Installing Child-Restraint Systems	36
LATCH Child-Restraint Systems	42
SRS Air Bags	45
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions	45
Supplemental Restraint System Components	50
How the Air Bags Work	53
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System	67
Advanced Keys	67
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions	72
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions	79
Advanced Key Suspend Function	82
Warning and Beep Sounds	83
Setting Change (Function Customization)	85
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated	86
Doors and Locks	87
Keys (without Advanced Key)	87
Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)	88
Door Locks	93
Trunk Lid	98
Inside Trunk Release Lever	101
Power Windows	102
Rear Quarter Windows	104
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap	105
Hood	107
Moonroof	108
Security System	110
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key)	110
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key)	113
Theft-Deterrent System	116
Steering Wheel and Mirrors	118
Steering Wheel	118
Mirrors	118
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions	123
Fuel Requirements	123
Emission Control System	125
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)	126
Before Starting the Engine	127
Before Getting In	127
After Getting In	127
Driving Tips	128
Break-In Period	128
Money-Saving Suggestions	128
Hazardous Driving	129
Rocking the Vehicle	130
Winter Driving	130
Driving In Flooded Area	132
Overloading	133
Towing	134
Trailer Towing	134
Starting and Driving	137
Ignition Switch	137
Starting the Engine	139
Brake System	140
Manual Transmission Operation	144
Automatic Transmission Controls	146
Power Steering	153
Cruise Control	154
Traction Control System (TCS)	158
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)	159
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	162
Instrument Cluster and Indicators	168
Meters and Gauges	168
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds	174
Warning/Indicator Lights	174
Beep Sounds	188
Switches and Controls	190
Lighting Control	190
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	192
Fog Lights	192
Windshield Wipers and Washer	193
Headlight Washer	195
Rear Window Defroster	195
Horn	196
Hazard Warning Flasher	197
HomeLink Wireless Control System	197
Climate Control System	203
Operating Tips	203
Vent Operation	204
Control Panel	206
Audio System	211
Antenna	211
Operating Tips for Audio System	211
Audio Set	222
Audio Control Switch Operation	241
Safety Certification	244
Interior Equipment	245
Sunvisors	245
Interior Lights	245
Information Display	247
Lighter	249
Ashtray	250
Cup Holder	251
Storage Compartments	252
Accessory Socket	255
Parking in an Emergency	257
Parking in an Emergency	257
Flat Tire	258
Spare Tire and Tool Storage	258
Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit	260
Changing the Tire	267
Overheating	273
Overheating	273
Emergency Starting	275
Starting a Flooded Engine	275
Jump-Starting	276
Push-Starting	279
Emergency Towing	280
Towing Description	280
Tiedown Hooks	281
Recreational Towing	282
Introduction	285
Introduction	285
Scheduled Maintenance	286
Scheduled Maintenance	286
Owner Maintenance	291
Owner Maintenance Schedule	291
Owner Maintenance Precautions	292
Engine Compartment Overview	294
Engine Oil	295
Engine Coolant	297
Brake/Clutch Fluid	299
Washer Fluid	300
Body Lubrication	301
Wiper Blades	302
Battery	304
Tires	307
Light Bulbs	312
Fuses	319
Appearance Care	324
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage	324
Exterior Care	326
Interior Care	329
Customer Assistance	333
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)	333
Customer Assistance (Canada)	335
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)	338
Mazda Importer/Distributors	339
Importer/Distributor	339
Distributor in Each Area	339
Warranty	340
Warranties for Your Mazda	340
Outside the United States	341
Outside Canada	342
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)	343
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories	344
Cell Phones	345
Cell Phones Warning	345
Type Approval of Equipment	346
Type Approval of Equipment	346
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	347
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	347
Tire Information (U.S.A.)	349
Tire Labeling	349
Location of the Tire Label (Placard)	355
Tire Maintenance	358
Vehicle Loading	361
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit:	368
Reporting Safety Defects	369
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)	369
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)	370
Service Publications	371
Service Publications	371
Identification Numbers	373
Vehicle Information Labels	373
Specifications	375
Specifications	375
Index	381

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Black plate (197,1)

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 HomeLimk

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 someone were to

be hit.

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.

NOTE

FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3

CANADA:4112104541A

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.

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.

Driving Your Mazda

Switches and Controls

5-63

RX-8_8V89-EA-06F_Edition1 Page197

Friday, May 19 2006 9:51 AM

Form No.8V89-EA-06F