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Mazda RX-8 CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Mazda REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Mazda -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> System Diagnosis & Testing -> B-Series -> MPV -> Performance Test -> Pressure Test -> Protege -> RX8
Vehicle: 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3 R2 GAS
Pressure Test
- Install manifold gauge set.
- Warm engine and run at a constant 1500 RPM.
- Set fan switch to 4th position.
- Turn Air Conditioning switch to ON position.
- Set RECIRCULATE mode.
- Set temperature control lever to MAX COLD.
- Set VENT mode.
- Close all doors and windows.
- Measure ambient temperature, and high and low pressure side readings.
- If high and low pressure side readings are in shaded zones,Figs. through , refrigerant system is normal.
Performance Test
B-Series
- Connect m...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Mazda -> Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2005 Mazda RX-8 1.3 R2 GAS
Replacement
- Remove master cylinder as outlined under .
- Remove clutch pipe holder, if equipped, then disconnect vacuum hose from power brake unit.
- Disconnect pushrod fork from brake pedal and r...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Mazda -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> 2003-06 Except B-Series & Tribute -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 Mazda RX-8 1.3 R2 GAS
Normal Service
Se...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda RX-8 Sport 1.3 R2 GAS
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the wiring harness if pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, disconnect the ABS wheel speed sensor connector (axle side) and fix the wiring harness to an appropriate place where it will not be pulled by mistake while servicing vehicle.
Removing driveshaft with joint shaft bracket installed may cause deformation of joint shaft bracket. Remove and install driveshaft and joint shaft as a component.
- Raise and support vehicle and sup...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Diagnosis & Testing -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification -> Intermittent & Poor Connections -> Intermittents -> Malfunctioning Wheel Unit Identification -> Poor Connections
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda RX-8 Sport 1.3 R2 GAS
Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC) and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Diagnostic Trouble Code Identification
[[table data]]Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes
Connect a suitably programmed scan tool to Data Link Connector (DLC), and follow manufacturer's instructions.
Malfunctioning Wheel Unit Identification
The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) does not identify the location of the failed wheel unit on the vehicle (LF, RF, LR, RR). The TPMS identifies each wheel unit as No.1, No.2, No.3 and No.4. In order to identify ...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 1.3 R2 GAS
- Remove engine cover.
- Remove battery cover.
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Remove front suspension tower bar.
- Remove air hose (air cleaner to throttle body).
- Position drive belt out of the way.
- Remove alternator B+ terminal.
- Remo...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mazda -> 2004-09 RX8
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda RX-8 Sport 1.3 R2 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 24 months or 25,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open the glove compartment.
- From right hand side of the glove compartment, pull the stay damper outward to detach from the glove compartment.
- Press the glove compartment stays inward to remove, then lower the glove compartment.
- Detach the retaining clips from the instrument panel, then remove the glove compartment.
- Remove cab...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Mazda -> Automatic Transaxle Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2009 Mazda RX-8 Touring 1.3 R2 GAS
This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned to On position as a bulb check. If the warning lamp flashes or lights, the tran...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 1.3 R2 GAS
Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they can cause severe burns or serious injury.
- Remove the engine cover.
- Remove the battery cover.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Drain the engine coolant.
- Remove the follow...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Mazda RX-8 Grand Touring 1.3 R2 GAS
- Loosen alternator pivot bolt.
- Loosen adjuster lock bolt.
- Loosen alternator adjustment bolt and relieve belt tension.
- Remove driv...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: INTERIOR TIRE HOUSE TRIM LIFTING OVER BOTH REAR WHEEL HOUSINGS Vehicle: 2004 Mazda RX-8 1.3 R2 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: NON GENUINE ACCESSORIES AFFECT AIR BAG OPERATION - REVISED Vehicle: 2007 Mazda RX-8 1.3 R2 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Mazda RX-8 AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Mazda RX-8 cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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