Mazda 2005 RX-8 Specifications download pdf (Page 130)

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qFuel Gauge

The fuel gauge shows approximately how

much fuel is in the tank. We recommend

keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the

low fuel warning light illuminates or

when the needle is near E, refuel as soon

as possible.

Low fuel warning light

qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge

Engine oil pressure is normal when the

engine oil pressure gauge needle points

halfway between L and H with the engine

running.

If the needle on the gauge doesn't move

after starting the engine, follow steps 1

through 3.

If the engine oil pressure gauge moves to

L (low) while you are driving, drive to the

side of the road and park off the right-of-

way. Set the parking brake. Then follow

steps 1 through 3.

1. Turn off the engine and inspect the

engine oil level (page 8-13). If it's low,

add oil.

2. Start the engine.

3. If the needle still doesn't move, have

your vehicle checked at an Authori zed

Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

Don't run the engine if the oil pressure

is low. It could result in extensive

engine damage.

NOTE

The Mazda RX-8 requires regular

checking of the engine oil level. The

compact, high performance RENESIS

rotary engine in your vehicle consumes

a small amount of engine oil due to its

structural design. An oil pump

optimizes the amount of oil injected to

lubricate the rotor seals in the

combustion cycle. Although your

vehicle is equipped with an engine oil

level warning light and an engine oil

pressure gauge, it is best to keep the

engine oil level in the range between

full and low by checking the oil

dipstick regularly. Mazda recommends

checking the oil level at every second

fuel filling. The oil consumption of the

engine depends on engine speed and

engine load. Under extreme driving

conditions, oil consumption can be

higher.

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