MAZDA MODEL RX 8 2010 Owners Manual (in English)

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Accessory Socket
The accessory socket can be used
regardless of the position of the ignition
switch.
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).
ØDo not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
ØClose the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use to prevent
foreign objects and liquids from
getting into the accessory socket.
ØCorrectly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
Noise may occur on the audio
playback depending on the device
connected to 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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7In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2
Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2
Flat Tire ......................................................................................... 7-3
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair
Kit ............................................................................................. 7-5
Changing the Tire .................................................................... 7-11
Overheating ................................................................................. 7-17
Overheating ............................................................................. 7-17
Emergency Starting .................................................................... 7-19
Starting a Flooded Engine ....................................................... 7-19
Jump-Starting .......................................................................... 7-20
Push-Starting ........................................................................... 7-23
Emergency Towing ..................................................................... 7-24
Towing Description ................................................................. 7-24
Tiedown Hooks ....................................................................... 7-25
Recreational Towing ............................................................... 7-27
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Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
the turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use of
hazard warning lights while the vehicle is
being towed to verify that it is not in
violation of the law.
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Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Tool box Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit
Jack
Jack handle
Tiedown eyeletLug wrench
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Flat Tire
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qJack
To remove the jack
1. Open the tool box.
2. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.
qSpare Tire
A temporary spare tire is not equipped
with your Mazda. If an emergency tire
repair is needed, repair the flat tire with
the emergency flat tire repair kit (page
7-5). If you require a temporary spare tire,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When installing a temporary spare tire,
follow the manufacturer's instructions for
the temporary spare tire.The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
periods. Temporary spare tires should
NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
WARNING
Do not install the temporary spare tire
in place of the rear wheels (driving
wheels):
Driving with the temporary spare tire
on one of the rear driving wheels is
dangerous. Especially on ice or snow.
Handling will be affected. You could
lose control of the vehicle and have
an accident. Move a regular tire to
the rear wheel and install the
temporary spare tire to the front.
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CAUTION
ØWhen using the temporary spare
tire, driving stability may decrease
compared to when using only the
conventional tire.
Drive carefully.
ØTo avoid damage to the temporary
spare tire or to the vehicle, observe
the following precautions:
ØDo not exceed 80 km/h (50
mph).
ØAvoid driving over obstacles.
Also, do not drive through an
automatic car wash. This tire's
diameter is smaller than a
conventional tire's, so the
ground clearance is reduced
about 25 mm (1 in).
ØDo not use a tire chain on this
tire because it won't fit
properly.
ØDo not use your temporary
spare tire on any other vehicle;
it has been designed only for
your Mazda.
ØUse only one temporary spare
tire on your vehicle at the same
time.
(With limited slip differential)
When using the temporary spare tire
on the rear axle, replace it with a
standard tire as soon as possible. The
size difference between the spare and
the standard tire will cause the
limited slip differential to
malfunction.
NOTE
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
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 (page 5-31).
Instant Mobility System
(IMS) Emergency Flat
Tire Repair Kit
The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit
included with your Mazda is for a
temporary repair of a slightly damaged
flat tire resulting from running over nails
or similar sharp objects on the road
surface.
NOTE
Your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire.
In the event of a flat tire, use the emergency
flat tire repair kit to repair the tire temporarily.
When doing the repair, refer to the instructions
included in the emergency flat tire repair kit.
After temporarily repairing a tire with the
emergency flat tire repair kit, take your vehicle
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire
replaced.
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qAbout the IMS Emergency Flat
Tire Repair Kit
The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit
includes the following items.
Tire sealant
Injection hoseCompressor
Repaired tire
stickerValve core
tool Spare valve
core
Speed restriction
sticker Instructions
Case
WARNING
Do not allow children to touch the tire
sealant:
Ingestion of tire sealant is dangerous.
In the event tire sealant is
accidentally swallowed, drink large
amounts of water immediately and
seek medical assistance.
Do not allow children to touch the tire
sealant:
Tire sealant that comes into contact
with the eyes and skin is dangerous.
If tire sealant enters the eyes or
contacts the skin, flush immediately
with large amounts of water and
seek medical assistance.NOTE
lThe tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase
new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
lThe emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be
used in the following cases.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lThe period of effective use for the tire
sealant has expired. (The period of
effectiveness is indicated on the bottle
label.)
lThe tear or puncture exceeds about
4 mm (0.16 in).
lThe damage has occurred to an area of
the tire other than the tread.
lThe vehicle has been driven with nearly
no air remaining in the tire.
lThe tire has come off the wheel rim.lDamage to the wheel rim has occurred.lThe tire has two or more punctures.
qUsing the IMS Emergency Flat
Tire Repair Kit
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way and set the parking brake.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic
transmission in Park (P), a manual
transmission in Reverse (R) or 1, and
turn off the engine.
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
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4. Unload passengers and luggage, and
remove the emergency flat tire repair
kit.
5. Shake the tire sealant well.
CAUTION
If the bottle is shaken after the
injection hose is screwed on, tire
sealant could spray out from the
injection hose. Tire sealant
contacting clothing or other objects
may be impossible to remove. Shake
the bottle before screwing on the
injection hose.NOTE
The tire sealant can be used at outside
temperatures down to_
30°C (_
22°F).
In extremely cold temperatures (0°C (32°F) or
below), the tire sealant hardens easily and
injection of the sealant will be difficult. Warm
the sealant inside the vehicle before doing the
injection work.
6. Remove the cap from the bottle. Screw
on the injection hose with the bottle's
inner cap left on to break the inner cap.
Injection hose
Bottle
7. Remove the valve cap from the flat
tire. Press the back of a valve core tool
to the core of the tire valve and bleed
all the remaining air.
Valve core tool Valve
Valve cap
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CAUTION
If there is air remaining in the tire
when the valve core is removed, the
valve core could fly out. Remove the
valve core carefully.
8. Turn the valve core counterclockwise
with the valve core tool and remove the
valve core.
Valve
Valve core
NOTE
Store the valve core in a place where it won't
get dirty.
9. Remove the plug from the injection
hose and insert the injection hose into
the valve.
Plug
Injection hose
10. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright,
squeeze the bottle with your hands,
and inject the entire amount of tire
sealant into the tire.
Valve
NOTE
The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase a
new tire sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
11. Pull out the injection hose from the
valve. Reinsert the valve core into the
valve and turn it clockwise to install
it.
12. Attach the sticker that indicates
completion of the tire repair on a flat
outer surface of the repaired tire.
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