C L I M A T E C O N T R O L S
Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features
Climate
Controls
Trunk
Quick Tips
2005 Mazda
Mazda RX-8
page 18
page 19
Trunk
To open: Use key, remote
trunk-lid release or remote
keyless entry fob
Remote trunk-lid release,
see Driver’s View
Remote trunk-lid
release lock-out
Switch in ON position,
remote trunk release
functions normal; OFF position
disables system; located in glove box
1. Instant Mobility System
emergency flat tire
repair kit (IMS)
†
,
see Getting Started
2. Jack/jack handle
3. Lug wrench
Tire economy and tips
Check pressure regularly when
tires are cold, maintain correct
front-end alignment and tire
balance; rotate tires at the mileage
shown in the Maintenance
Guide; see Owner’s Manual
for rotation chart
Tire pressure
P225/55R16 94V,
P225/45R18 91W
Front/rear: 32psi cold
Tips: Correct tire pressure promotes
proper handling and ride comfort
If you experience pull/drift while
driving, possible causes may
be road crown, tire pressure,
or wheel alignment
The suspension is sport-tuned
with firmer ride for optimum
handling and response
Tire chains*
†
Tire chains can damage
aluminum wheels; use on
steel wheels only
Tips: Use only SAE class “S”
chains, install only on rear
tires; install as tightly as
possible and retighten
after driving
1
/4 -
1
/2 miles;
chains may affect handling
Never exceed 30 mph with
tire chains
1
3
2
1. Air flow selections
= air to dash
= air to dash and floor
= air to floor
= air to floor and windshield
2. Fan control
Rotate knob between 0 (OFF)
and
4
(HIGH)
3. Temperature control
Cooler/warmer = rotate knob
counterclockwise/clockwise
4. A/C
= air conditioner
Press to turn on/off
5. Air intake control
= recirculate inside air;
use for maximum cooling
= fresh air
WARNING: Do not use
position in cold
weather, windows may
fog and hamper vision
6.
Rear window defogger
Press on/off; shuts off with
ignition; also operates heated
side mirrors*
Control positions for
maximum cooling
A/C ON, air to dash, recirculate,
fan position
4
(HIGH)
Control positions for
maximum defrost
Fan to maximum, temperature to
maximum hot,
selected
Tips: To help prevent windshield
fogging in humid weather,
select
before starting engine
To prevent moisture buildup,
never drive with system off
Objects placed under the
front seats may interfere
with air flow to the rear
7.
Front windshield
defogger
A/C switches ON and air
intake switches to fresh air
A/C
0
1
2
3
4
MODE
4
2
3
1
7
5
6
*Denotes optional equipment
†
See Owner’s Manual
Luggage
compartment
internal safety
release
Allows you to escape
should you become locked in trunk
Slide illuminated release lever in
direction of arrow; lever will glow
if it has been exposed to light
Located on interior trunk lid
OFF
ON
TRUNK OPENER