2005 MAZDA MODEL RX 8 stop start

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Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire
pressure at an Authorized Mazda Dealer
or the nearest service station. Refer to the
specification charts (page 10-6).
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.
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).
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.
qSecurity Indicator Light
This indicator light starts flashing every 2
seconds when the ignition switch is turned
from the ON to the ACC position and the
immobilizer system is armed.
The light stops flashing when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position with
the correct ignition key.
At this time, the immobilizer system is
disarmed and the light illuminates for
about 3 seconds and then goes out.
If the engine doesn't 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.
qHeadlight High-Beam Indicator
Light
This light indicates one of two things:
lThe high-beam headlights are on.
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Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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NOTE
The cassette tape can be ejected when
the ignition switch is in the OFF
position.
Fast-forward/Rewind
Press the fast-forward button (
)to
fast-forward.
Press the rewind button (
) to rewind.
To stop this operation and play the
cassette tape, press the button again.
NOTE
When the cassette tape ends during fast-
forward or rewind, it automatically
stops and starts playing.
Reversing
Press the program button (
)to
change cassette tape-play direction.
NOTE
When the cassette tape ends, the unit
automatically reverses play.
Automatic program control (APC)
APC is used to find the beginning of
either the next program or the one being
played.
Press the APC button (
) to the
beginning of the next selection.
Press the APC button (
) to the
beginning of the one being played. To
stop this operation and play the cassette
tape, press the button again.
NOTE
APC may not operate properly if:
lA tape was recorded at a low level.
lA tape has long, silent intervals.
lA tape is a live recording.
lA tape has very short intervals of
less than 3 seconds.
Repeat play
This operation makes it possible to listen
to a selection repeatedly.
Press the repeat button (
) during play.
The current selection playing will be
repeated (“RPT”will be displayed).
Press the repeat button (
) once again
to cancel repeat play.
NOTE
RPT may not operate properly if:
lA tape was recorded at a low level.
lA tape has long, silent intervals.
lA tape is a live recording.
lA tape has very short intervals of
less than 3 seconds.
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Overheating
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.
WARNING
Electrical Fan and Engine
Inspection:
Working near the electrical cooling
fan when it is running is dangerous.
You could be hit by the fan and
seriously injured. Turn off the ignition
switch and make sure the fan is not
running before attempting to work
near the electrical cooling fan.
Cooling System Cap:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot
out under pressure and cause serious
injury. Don't remove the cooling
system cap when the engine and
radiator are hot.
Steam from Overheated Engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is
dangerous. The escaping steam could
seriously burn you. Open the hood
ONLY after steam is no longer
escaping from the engine.
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.
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.
Apply the parking brake.
3. Turn off the air conditioner.
4. Check whether coolant or steam is
escaping from under the hood or from
the engine compartment.
If steam is coming from the engine
compartment:
Don't 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
escaping:
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.
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In Case of an Emergency
Overheating
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WARNING
Sudden Vehicle Movement:
Shifting the shift lever without first
depressing the brake pedal is
dangerous. The vehicle could move
suddenly and cause an accident.
Make sure the brake pedal is applied
before shifting the shift lever.
4. Remove the engine cover.
5. With the engine still idling, pull out the
dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back.
6. Pull it out again.
The proper fluid level is marked on the
dipstick as follows.
Full
A
Low
Full
B
Low
Fluid hot scale A
When the vehicle has been driven and the
fluid is at normal operating temperature,
about 65°C (150°F), the level must be
between Full and Low.
Fluid cold scale B
When the engine has not been running
and the outside temperature is about 20°C
(70°F), the level must be between Full
and Low.
CAUTION
lUse the cold scale only as a
reference.
lIf outside temperature is lower than
about 20°C (70°F), start the engine
and inspect the fluid level after the
engine reaches operating
temperature.
lIf the vehicle has been driven for an
extended period at high speeds or in
city traffic in hot weather, inspect the
level only after stopping the engine
and allowing the fluid to cool for 30
minutes.
Fully insert the dipstick. When adding
fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make
sure it doesn't pass full.
NOTE
lInspect the fluid on both sides of the
dipstick in a well lit area for an
accurate reading.
lVerify that the engine cover is
securely installed.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Before Use
Pop Up Menu
Pop Up menu appears when pressing .
This function is mainly used during route searches.
Route change ( page 26)When route has
been set or route
in operation
Route display ( page 25)
Route list display
Marked point registration ( page 28)
Map orientation change ( page 19)
Rerouting
Change of routing Search method( page 21)
Change volume
Stop route Search ( page 25)
Direct destination input
with the joystick ( page 24)
When scroll map
is displayed
Near POI (Point of Interest) search
(within a radius of about 6 mile) ( page 24)

Example : When is selected.
Detour submenu
Highlighted
NoteAppears only when the auto reroute
function ( page 32)is inactivated.
Note
This function is not available on intersection zoom maps.
ENTER
Delete Destination ( page 25)

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marked points.
Destination by
intersection
Destination
by POI
Destination by
history
Destination by
a marked point
Destination by
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Destination by
address
Open the [Select
Destination] MenuSelect
Open the [Select
Destination] Menu

If you would like to go back to your start point, select the [History] in the [Select
Destination] Menu, after that, select a green flag icon as a destination.
Destination Entry and Route Search
Default: North Central USA
Select
Character entry( page 22)
Select
Select a
destination from
the POI categories.

POI icon chart
( page 23)
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( page 22)
Search method
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Enter the name of
the city where your
target intersection is.
Enter the
name of a
street that is
part of the
intersection.Enter the
other street
name that
makes up the
intersection.
This is the route that
reaches the destination
in the shortest time.
(The 20 closest destinations to the current
position appear (within a radius of about 30 mile.).)
Select a destination from the list of recent destinations.
Select a destination from the list of Marked points
(Up to 100 points).
This route reduces theuse of highways (if thereare highways on the way).
You can designate a
destination on the map.
(Move the crosshair
cursor to the destination.)
The following menus will be
displayed when is
pressed on the map display.
[Marked Point]
[Destination]
[Nearest POI]
Enter the
Zipcode.*2
Enter/Select the
city name.*1
Enter/Select the
street name.
Enter/Select
the street
name. Select the
city name.
Select a
desired
destination
from the list.
Marks the destination
resulting from the search.
Enter the target name. Enter the target
city name.Enter the
target name.
Note
The results from the route
search are not always the
shortest routes. You cannot
always avoid the highways
even if the highway is set
to [Avoid Highway].
For example, you will be
on the highway when your
vehicle is on the highway
or when your destination
exists on the highway.

Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving.
viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the
system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident. Alwaysstop the vehicle in a safe location before operating the system.
Route searches with the navigation system can include roads that you can not drive on and roadsthat you are prohibited from driving on due to traffic regulations. Please comply with the traffic regulations.
Warnings
Move the crosshair
Select cursor to the destination and press .
(Up to 50 points including the latest starting point are in the system memory.)
Routing
*1 The memory stores up to 10 cities visited recently, and these city names can be selected.*2 Depending on the area,zipcode search may not be possible.
ENTER
( page 24)
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Map setting ( page 31)


On : Icons on a map.
Off : No icon on a map.

The setting is a variable to suit your preferences.
Route setting ( page 32)
System setting ( page 33)
( page 9)
Map area, Map disc (DVD) version and software
version appear.
You can check your route from the starting point to the
destination.
This function is available after route setup is performed.
You can change and delete marked points.
( page 28)
( page 28)
Change the vehicle position.
Change the vehicle direction.
: Rotation in a clockwise direction by 11.25°.
: Rotation in a counterclockwise direction
by 11.25°.
Stop your vehicle before the following operationsDo not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the
monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the system will
distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident.
Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and put the parking brake on before operating the system.
Warning
Open
[Setup Menu]
When the actual position of your
vehicle is different from the vehicle
position on a mapUser setting
: Default
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