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SERViCE iNSPECTiON 

We’re committed to providing 
expert Mazda service.

You love to drive your Mazda, and we love to service your Mazda. With our Full Circle 
Service, we’ll give your vehicle a 

COMPLIMENTARY MULTI-POINT INSPECTION

Your Mazda will receive a thorough review of its most crucial components.

This easy-to-use Smart Start Guide is intended to help you more fully appreciate some 

of the unique features and functions of your new vehicle. However, it is not intended to 

replace your Owner’s Manual. The Owner’s Manual contains more detailed information 

to help you better understand the important safety warnings, features, operation, and 

maintenance of your vehicle. All information, specifications, photographs and illustrations 

in this publication are those in effect at the time of printing. Mazda reserves the right to 

change specifications or design without obligation.

gENUiNE MAzDA SERViCE 

Because you and your Mazda deserve the best

Your new Mazda deserves nothing less than the very best. To keep it running 
like new for years to come, trust the experts at your local Authorized Mazda 
Dealer. Simply bring your vehicle in for your scheduled maintenance and any 
needed repairs.*

At participating Mazda Full Circle Service Centers,** our technicians will 
automatically perform a complimentary Full Circle inspection on your vehicle 
and issue a detailed report card at every visit. This is designed to help you 
keep track of your Mazda’s critical operating condition. Our factory-trained 
technicians know your vehicle inside out and use Genuine Mazda Parts, 
giving your vehicle the optimum care and maintenance it requires to run 

 

with flawless precision.

Remember, to further enhance your driving experience, visit your local 
Mazda Service Center for your scheduled maintenance. It’s also the place 
where you can find a wide variety of tires, parts, and accessories that are 
just right for your vehicle.

* See vehicle’s scheduled-maintenance program for details.
** Visit the Mazda Owners website at MyMazda.com/fullcircle to find a 
participating Mazda Full Circle Service Dealer.
Customer Assistance Center: 

1-800-222-5500

Roadside Assistance Contact: 

1-800-866-1998

www.MazdaUSA.com

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Summary of Contents for 2011 RX-8

Page 1: ...2011 m ZD rx 8 SM ART START GUIDE zoo zoo Optional equipment shown 280340_11a_RX 8_SSG_081010 indd 1 8 10 10 3 08 PM ...

Page 2: ...d If the key indicator light flashes green the advanced key transmitter battery power is low If the advanced key cannot be used due to a malfunction or dead advanced key battery use the auxiliary key to lock unlock the doors and to start the engine KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors the trunk and opens the power windows Opening the Windows Push then push again an...

Page 3: ... Exiting Push and hold the top of the driver s power seatback folding switch to move the seat forward and to fold the seatback forward Push and hold the bottom of the driver s power seatback folding switch until the seat returns to the original position and a confirmation beep is heard On all passenger seats and manual driver s seat except Recaro use the lever located on the rear of the seat along...

Page 4: ...or1 climate control PP 17 18 DSC OFF Dynamic Stability Control LIGHTING CONTROL Remote Trunk Lid RELEASE 1 This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger s front side airbags and seat belt pretensioner will not deploy during a collision The reason for this is that the weight in the seat is less than approximately 66 lbs Always wear your seat belt and secure children in the...

Page 5: ...trol System TCS Off Indicator Light DSC OFF switch pushed and TCS DSC turned off Check Engine Light Low Engine Oil Level Low Engine Coolant Level Seat Belt Unbuckled Malfunction Key Warning RED Advanced key not detected or advanced key battery is dead Key Detected engine ready to start GREEN On Advanced key detected engine is ready to start Flashing Advanced key battery is low Door Ajar Low Fuel L...

Page 6: ...anual Shift Mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transmission by allowing you to manually shift to control engine rpm and torque when more control is desired NOTE Changing to manual mode can be done while driving the vehicle To Use Manual Shift Mode Shift the lever from D to M OR Pull the UP steering shift switch OR Push the DOWN steering shift switch To Shift Up to a Higher Gear Tap shift ...

Page 7: ...g the windshield Pull lever to dispense windshield washer fluid More sensitive Less sensitive 1 2 3 HI LO AUTO OFF MIST Pull to Flash High Beams Push for High Beams Turns tail parking and dashboard lights on www MazdaUSA com AUTO The light sensor automatically determines when to turn the headlights on or off Turns fog lights on only when headlights are on Turns tail parking dashboard and headlight...

Page 8: ...Refer to your Owner s Manual for complete programming details Auto Dimming Mirror and HomeLink Auto Dimming Indicator Light Auto Dimming On HomeLink Rear Light Sensor Auto Dimming Off On Off www MazdaUSA com PORTABLE AUDIO PLAYER Integration USING THE AUX JACK Your vehicle is equipped with an AUX or auxiliary jack that will allow you to play your portable audio player through the vehicle s audio s...

Page 9: ...n the engine off and check the engine oil level When the engine is cool add engine oil if necessary A B C 5qt 1 0qt 1 5qt 2 0qt Full Low Instant mobility system IMS 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 Refer to your Owner s Manual for c...

Page 10: ...p with defogging the windows Mode Selector Dial Push to select airflow mode Dashboard vents Dashboard and floor vents Floor vents Defroster and floor vents Windshield defroster Push to recirculate cabin air to reduce outside odors and improve cooling Push for fresh air and help with defogging the windows MODE Best Heating Settings Best Cooling Settings Indicator ON automatically Push to defrost th...

Page 11: ...cel Preset Channel Push the Preset Channel buttons 1 6 to select a station stored in memory To store a station push and hold a button 1 6 until a beep is heard Auto Memory Tuning Push the AUTO M button to store an additional 6 stations on each FM and AM band without disturbing the previously stored stations This is useful when driving in an area where the local stations are not known Refer to the ...

Page 12: ...n 2 Select AM FM or SAT 3 Select AM FM1 FM2 SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 4 Tune to the desired station using the SEEK TRACK button or by turning the TUNE AUDIO dial 5 Select and hold any channel preset on screen button for about two seconds until a beep sound is heard Repeat to store other stations Auto Memory Tuning Select and hold the AUTO M on screen button until beep is heard to store an additional 8 sta...

Page 13: ...ss a point of interest the nearest restaurants ATMs gas stations hospitals and more 1 Push MENU button on Navigation Face 2 Select Destination Entry 3 Select Address 4 Select the State or Province Scroll down past the States to find Canadian Provinces 5 Select OK 6 Select City 7 Select Input City Name 8 Use the keyboard to enter the city name 9 Select Street 10 Use the keyboard to enter the street...

Page 14: ... incoming call push To end a call or reject a call push A beep will confirm the call is ended NOTE When using voice recognition wait until the beep Prompt can be interrupted by pushing TALK button Bluetooth without Navigation System Refer to your Owner s Manual for Bluetooth with Navigation operations www MazdaUSA com Roadside assistance is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year using the toll f...

Page 15: ...lite Radio Operation Set Clock 19 22 Navigation System 23 24 2 Disc System Insert Disc Enter Destination Set Volume Enter Customer Address Home Bluetooth Hands Free 25 Tutorial Pair Phone Make a Call Toll Free Customer Service 800 430 0153 if equipped Smart Start Guide Remove this checklist from Smart Start Guide Personalization Features refer to your Owner s Manual Warranty Information Warranty S...

Page 16: ...ves nothing less than the very best To keep it running like new for years to come trust the experts at your local Authorized Mazda Dealer Simply bring your vehicle in for your scheduled maintenance and any needed repairs At participating Mazda Full Circle Service Centers our technicians will automatically perform a complimentary Full Circle inspection on your vehicle and issue a detailed report ca...

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