maintenance MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2004 (in English) Service Manual

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3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Trunk light
1. Press both sides of the lens cap to
remove it.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.

Replacing a Bulb (Rear)
Rear turn signal lights, Brake lights/
Taillights, Reverse lights
1. Pull the center section of the plastic
retainer and remove the retainers and
partially open the trunk side trim.2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Rear side-marker lights
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
High-mount brake light
1. Turn the center section of the plastic
retainer counterclockwise and remove
the retainers and trunk rear trim.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Removal
InstallationTrunk side trim
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights
Reverse lights
Socket
Removal
Installation
Trunk rear trim
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3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
License plate light
1. Press the front of the lens to detach the
front tabs.
2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the lens and
remove the lens by carefully prying on
the edge of the lens with a flathead
screwdriver.
3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.Yo u r v e h i c l e’s electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls don’t
work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Fuse Replacement
If the electrical system doesn’t work, first
inspect fuses on the driver’s side.
1. Turn off the ignition switch and other
switches.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
Socket
Edge
Fuses
Fuse panel cover
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3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse
puller provided on the inside of the
engine compartment fuse block cover.
4. Inspect it and replace if it’s blown.
5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,
and make sure it fits tightly. If it
doesn’t, have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer install it.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow one
of the same rating from a circuit not
essential to vehicle operation, such as
the SPARE circuit.If the headlights or other electrical
components don’t work and the fuses in
the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block
under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must
be replaced. Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the ignition switch and all
other switches.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.
Always replace a fuse with one of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.
Fuse puller
Fuse block cover
(next to air filter)
Normal Blown
CAUTION
NOTE
Remove the engine and battery covers
before removing the fuse block cover
near the battery.
Fuse block cover
Ta bNext to air filter
Engine cover
Near battery
Battery cover
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3. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new
one of the same rating
.
NOTE
•To replace the MAIN fuse, contact
an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page
8-36).
•Verify that the engine cover is
securely installed.
Normal Blown
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Fuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
(Next to air filter)
(Near battery)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 MAIN 120AFor protection
of all circuits
2 HEATER 40A Heater
3 AIR PUMP 60A Air pump
4BTN 30APower
windows,
Power door
locks,
Illuminated
entry system,
Sunroof
*
5DEFOG 50ARear window
defroster
6 FAN 40A Electric fan
7ABS/DSC 60A
ABS, DSC
*
8ACC 30ALighter, Power
control mirror,
Accessory
socket, Audio
system
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
9HEAD 15AHeadlight high
beams
*,
Headlight
cleaner
*
10HEAD LOW
R15AHeadlight low
beam (RH)
11HEAD LOW
L15AHeadlight low
beam (LH)
12 DRL 15A
DRL*(Headlight
high beams)
13 DSC 30A
DSC*
14SEAT
WA R M20A
Seat warmer*
15 H/CLEAN 20AHeadlight
cleaner*
16 R.FOG 10A—
17 FOG 15A
Fog lights*
18 A/C MAG 10A Air conditioner
*Some models.
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
19 IG 30AFor protection
of various
circuits
20 IG KEY 15AFor protection
of various
circuits
21 STOP 15A Brake lights
22 FUEL PUMP 20A Fuel pump
23 HORN 15A Horn
24 HAZARD 15AHazard warning
flashers, Turn
signals
25 ETV 15AElectric throttle
valve
26 WIPER 20AWindshield
wiper and
washer
27 P.WIND 20A Power windows
28 ENGINE 15AEngine control
system,
Supplemental
restraint
system, ABS,
Power steering
29 TAIL 10ATaillights,
License plate
light,
Parking lights,
Front side-
maker lights,
Rear side-
marker lights
30 ILLUMI 10AIlluminated
entry system
31 EGI COMP1 10AEngine control
system
32 EGI COMP2 10AEngine control
system
33 EGI INJ 15A Fuel injector
34 EPS 60A Power steering
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Fuse panel (Driver’s side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 CIGAR 15A Lighter
2 ACC 7.5AAudio system,
Power control
mirror
3AUX PWR 20AAccessory
socket
4 A/C 7.5A Air conditioner
5—— —
6—— —
7 SPARE 7.5A—
8SPARE 20A—
9M.DEF 10AMirror
defroster
*
10 DSC 7.5A
DSC*
11 AUDIO 20A
Audio system*
12 D.LOCK 30APower door
locks, Sunroof*
13 P.WIND 30A Power windows
14 ROOM 15A Interior lights
15 SPARE 15A—
16 SPARE 10A—
*Some models.
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Appearance Care
The paintwork on your Mazda represents
the latest technical developments in
composition and methods of application.
Environmental hazards, however, can
harm the paint’s protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.
Here are some examples of possible
damage, with tips on how to prevent them.

Etching Caused by Acid Rain or
Industrial Fallout
Occurrence
Industrial pollutants and vehicle
emissions drift into the air and mix with
rain or dew to form acids. These acids can
settle on a vehicle’s finish. As the water
evaporates, the acid becomes concentrated
and can damage the finish.
And the longer the acid remains on the
surface, the greater the chance is for
damage.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you suspect that acid rain has settled on
your vehicle’s finish.

Damage Caused by Bird
Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap
Occurrence
Bird droppings contain acids. If these
aren’t removed they can eat away the clear
and color base coat of the vehicle’s
paintwork.
When insects stick to the paint surface
and decompose, corrosive compounds
form. These can erode the clear and color
base coat of the vehicle’s paintwork if
they are not removed.
Tree sap will harden and adhere
permanently to the paint finish. If you
scratch the sap off while it is hard, some
vehicle paint could come off with it.
Prevention
It is necessary to have your Mazda
washed and waxed to preserve its finish
according to the instructions in this
section. This should be done as soon as
possible.
Bird droppings can be removed with a soft
sponge and water. If you are traveling and
these are not available, a moistened tissue
may also take care of the problem. The
cleaned area should be waxed according
to the instructions in this section.
Insects and tree sap are best removed with
a soft sponge and water or a commercially
available chemical cleaner.
Another method is to cover the affected
area with dampened newspaper for one to
two hours. After removing the newspaper,
rinse off the loosened debris with water.
How to Minimize
Environmental Paint
Damage
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Water Marks
Occurrence
Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can
contain harmful minerals such as salt and
lime. If moisture containing these
minerals settles on the vehicle and
evaporates, the minerals will concentrate
and harden to form white rings. The rings
can damage your vehicle’s finish.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you find water marks on your vehicle’s
finish.

Paint Chipping
Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle’s tires hits
your vehicle.
How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of
having your paint chipped by flying
gravel.
NOTE
•The paint chipping zone varies with
the speed of the vehicle. For
example, when traveling at 90 km/h
(56 mph), the paint chipping zone is
50 m (164 ft).
•In low temperatures a vehicle’s
finish hardens. This increases the
chance of paint chipping.
•Chipped paint can lead to rust
forming on your Mazda. Before this
happens, repair the damage by using
Mazda touch-up paint according to
the instructions in this section.
Failure to repair the affected area
could lead to serious rusting and
expensive repairs.
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Follow all
label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.

Maintaining the Finish
Wa s h i n g
To help protect the finish from rust and
deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.
If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.
Scratches occur on the paint surface
when:
•The vehicle is washed without first
rinsing off dirt and other foreign
matter.
•The vehicle is washed with a rough,
dry, or dirty cloth.
•The vehicle is washed at a car wash
that uses brushes that are dirty or too
stiff.
•Cleansers or wax containing abrasives
are used.To minimize scratches on the vehicle’s
paint finish:
•Rinse off any dirt or other foreign
matter using lukewarm or cold water
before washing.
•Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water
and a soft cloth when washing the
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
•Rub gently when washing or drying the
vehicle.
•Take your vehicle only to a car wash
that keeps its brushes well maintained.
•Don’t use abrasive cleansers or wax
that contain abrasives.
Exterior Care
NOTE
•Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.
•Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
Don’t use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodized
aluminum parts. This may damage the
protective coating; also, cleaners and
detergents may discolor or deteriorate
the paint.
CAUTION
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