Mazda 2005 RX-8 Specifications download pdf (Page 112)

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qDriving Tips

Passing

For extra power when passing another

vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress

the accelerator fully. The transmission will

shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle

speed.

Climbing steep grades from a stop

To climb a steep grade from a stopped

position:

1. Depress the brake pedal.

2. Shift to D or M1, depending on the

load weight and grade steepness.

3. Release all brakes while gradually

accelerating.

Descending steep grades

When descending a steep grade, shift to

lower gears, depending on load weight

and grade steepness. Descend slowly,

using the brakes only occasionally to

prevent them from overheating.

Power Steering

Power steering is only operable when the

engine is running. If the engine is off or if

the power steering system is inoperable,

you can still steer, but it requires more

physical effort.

If the steering feels rigid during normal

driving, consult an Authorized Mazda

Dealer.

NOTE

The steering may feel rigid if you

continuously attempt to steer when the

vehicle is stopped or moving extremely

slowly. This has been designed to

protect the system and doesn't indicate a

malfunction. If you don't attempt to

steer for a minute, power steering will

be rest ored.

qPower Steering Malfunction

Indicator Light

This indicator light illuminates when the

ignition switch is turned to the ON

position and goes off when the engine is

started.

If this light illuminates while driving, it

indicates a malfunction of the power

steering system. Consult an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

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