2008 MAZDA MODEL RX 8 charging

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Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light 5-41
Charging System Warning Light5-42
Engine Oil Level Warning Light5-42
Engine Coolant Level Warning Light5-43
Check Engine Light5-43
ABS Warning Light5-41
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light5-44
Low Fuel Warning Light5-44
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep5-45
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the
battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light comes on. This is due to a weak
battery, not a malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
qElectronic Brake Force
Distribution System Warning
If the electronic brake force distribution
control unit determines that some
components are operating incorrectly, the
control unit may turn the brake system
warning light and the ABS warning light
on at the same time. The problem is likely
to be the electronic brake force
distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning
light and brake warning light
illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have
the brakes inspected as soon as
possible:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are illuminated at the same time is
dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the
rear wheels could lock more quickly
in an emergency stop than under
normal circumstances.
qCharging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position 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.
CAUTION
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated because the engine could
stop unexpectedly.
qEngine Oil Level Warning Light
This warning light indicates low engine
oil level.
If the light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way.
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Lighting Control
qHeadlights
To turn on the lights, turn the headlight
switch on the end of the control lever.
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard
illumination Off On On
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery, don't leave
the lights on while the engine is off unless
safety requires them.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbsí
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights
have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a
bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
NOTE
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a
replacement is necessary. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
q Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a continuous
beep sound will be heard when the
driver's door is opened.
NOTE
When the advanced keyless function is used
and the start knob is in the ACC position, the
“Start Knob Not in LOCK Warning Beep ”
(page 3-16) overrides the lights-on reminder.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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Accessory Socket
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
The accessory socket is in the center
console.
CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:
ØDo not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
Ø Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
Ø Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent
foreign objects and liquids from
getting into the accessory socket.
Ø Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery, do not
use the socket for long periods with the engine
off or idling.
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-39ABS ............................................ 5-41
Air bag system ........................... 5-44
Automatic transmission .............. 5-46
Brake system .............................. 5-41
Charging system ......................... 5-42
Check engine .............................. 5-43
Door-ajar .................................... 5-45
Engine coolant level ................... 5-43
Engine oil level .......................... 5-42
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-44
KEY Warning Light
(Red)/KEY Indicator Light
(Green) ....................................... 5-49
Low fuel ..................................... 5-44
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-46
seat belt ...................................... 5-45
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-46
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-16
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-26
Windows
Power windows .......................... 3-34
Rear quarter windows ................ 3-36
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-59
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-58 Blades replacement .................... 8-18
Winter Driving .................................... 4-8
Index
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