How long should it take for an Rx8 to start?
It will take about 15-20 minutes to sit before it will start up and run again.
Why does my Mazda RX8 have trouble starting?
Sadly, an increasingly common fault the RX8 suffers from is difficulty starting when hot and cold start flooding. Just to be clear this IS NOT a normal characteristic of the car. A healthy RX8, or any rotary engine for that matter, should start like any other car when hot or cold. Two things may be the cause of hot start problems.
When did the Mazda RX-8 come out?
This category covers 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Mazda RX-8 Troubleshooting models. Your guide to finding the problems with your Mazda RX-8 so you can effectively and efficiently resolve them.
What should the compression reading be on a Mazda RX8?
When you recieve your results you should have at least seven numbers – six of these tell you the compression reading from each face of both rotors and the 7th number will tell you the exact speed that your starter motor is cranking. According to Mazda, your results should read between 6.9kgf and 8.5kgf at 250rpm.
Where does the oil go in a Mazda RX-8?
For help rotating tires please check out the Tire Rotation Guide. Engine oil in the RX-8 lubricates the moving parts of the engine, but is also injected into the rotary compression chambers to provide lubrication for the apex seals. As you drive the car the oil picks up impurities in the engine and can lose some of its lubricating properties.
Why is my Mazda RX-8 engine not starting?
The RX-8 engine runs very rich when it is first started, meaning as it warms up it it has a higher then normal amount of fuel in the engine. Shutting off the car before it has a chance to warm up can flood the engine and leave it unable to start again.
Why was the Mazda RX 8 taken off the market?
Mazda announced on August 23, 2011, that the RX-8 was to be discontinued citing 2012 model year to be the last year of its availability. The RX-8 was removed from the European market in 2010 after the car failed to meet emissions standards. Due to falling sales from Europe coupled with rising Yen prices,…
Which is the highest performance Mazdaspeed RX 8?
Mazdaspeed RX-8’s were considered the highest performance model of the pre-facelift RX-8.
For help rotating tires please check out the Tire Rotation Guide. Engine oil in the RX-8 lubricates the moving parts of the engine, but is also injected into the rotary compression chambers to provide lubrication for the apex seals. As you drive the car the oil picks up impurities in the engine and can lose some of its lubricating properties.