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Mazda 2004 RX-8 User Manual

Mazda 2004 RX-8
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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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Mazda 2004 RX-8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMazda
Model2004 RX-8
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Dashboard Overview

Interior view of the vehicle's dashboard with part identification and controls.

Interior Overview

Overview of the vehicle's interior, including seats, airbags, and mirrors.

Exterior Overview

Overview of the vehicle's exterior, including lights, doors, and body panels.

Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

Instructions on adjusting front and rear seats, including slide, recline, and height.

Seat Belt Systems

Information on seat belt precautions, 3-point type, pretensioners, and locking modes.

Child Restraint

Precautions for using child restraint systems, including proper size and installation.

SRS Air Bags

Information on supplemental restraint systems (SRS) precautions and air bag system description.

Knowing Your Mazda

Doors and Locks

Details on keys, keyless entry system, door locks, trunk lid, power windows, and sunroof.

Security System

Information on the immobilizer system, theft-deterrent system, and their operations.

Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Instructions for adjusting the steering wheel and mirrors, including power controls.

Before Driving Your Mazda

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

Guidelines on fuel requirements, emission control systems, and engine exhaust safety.

Before Starting the Engine

Checklists for before getting in and after getting in the vehicle before starting.

Driving Tips

Advice on break-in period, money-saving suggestions, hazardous driving, and winter driving.

Towing

Information on trailer towing and general towing recommendations.

Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Instructions on ignition switch, starting the engine, brake system, and transmission.

Instrument Cluster and Indicators

Explanation of meters, gauges, warning/indicator lights, and beeps.

Switches and Controls

Details on lighting control, fog lights, wipers, washer, horn, and hazard warning flasher.

Interior Comfort

Climate Control System

Operating tips for climate control, vent operation, and control panel functions.

Audio System

Information on antenna, radio reception, and operating cassette, MD, and CD players.

Interior Equipment

Details on sunvisors, interior lights, information display, lighter, ashtray, and cup holder.

In Case of an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Instructions on using hazard warning lights when stopping on or near a roadway.

Flat Tire

Guidance on spare tire and tool storage, IMS repair kit, and changing a tire.

Overheating

Procedures to follow if the engine overheats, including checking coolant and leaks.

Emergency Starting

Instructions for starting a flooded engine and jump-starting with booster cables.

Emergency Towing

Recommendations for towing, including proper lifting and equipment usage.

Maintenance and Care

Introduction

General advice on performing inspection and maintenance safely and effectively.

Scheduled Maintenance

Maintenance schedules (Schedule 1 and 2) based on operating conditions and intervals.

Owner Maintenance

Guidance on owner-performed checks like fluid levels, filters, and battery maintenance.

Appearance Care

Tips for minimizing paint damage from environmental factors and maintaining vehicle finish.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Customer Assistance

Information on contacting Mazda for support, including dealer and North American Operations.

Mazda Importer/Distributors

Contact information for Mazda regional offices and distributors in various areas.

Warranty

Details on various warranties for your Mazda, including limitations outside the US.

Cell Phones

Warning regarding the safe use of cell phones and other devices while driving.

Type Approval of Equipment

Information on type approval numbers for the immobilizer system.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)

Explanation of tire grading for tread wear, traction, and temperature.

Reporting Safety Defects

Instructions on how to report vehicle defects to NHTSA and Mazda.

Service Publications

List of available service publications like workshop manuals and owner's manuals.

Specifications

Identification Numbers

Location of vehicle identification number, chassis number, and engine number.

Specifications

Technical details on engine, electrical system, capacities, dimensions, and weights.

Index

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