How do you reset the odometer on a Mazda Rx8?
On both models, hold ODO/TRIP reset knob down for at least 5 seconds. Odometer should display “000000”, and reminder light will turn off. If system fails to reset, reminder light will remain flashing.
What is Mazda Kam?
Mazda does not recommend attaching the positive cable to negative cable to reset the KAM (Keep Alive Memory). Apparantly there have been a few cases that vehicles were damaged by this procedure.
How is the fuel economy reset on a Mazda 6?
If the fuel economy data is reset using the fuel economy monitor, or trip A is reset using the trip meter when the function which synchronizes the fuel economy monitor and the trip meter is on, the fuel economy data and trip A are reset simultaneously. Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles). Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor.
What was the problem with the Mazda RX8?
Most of them I assure you are not your fault. When the Rx8 was produced, Mazda was held to strict emissions and also a very tight budget. As a result Mazda had to use very thin coatings inside the motor.
How much does it cost to rebuild a Mazda RX8?
Mazda parts for the motor are not cheap. A new rotor housing is $890 each and the side housings are $580 each. 7 times out of 10 the Rx8 motor will need at least two new housings. Now you are looking at $5580 to rebuild your Rx8 if dropping off the whole car.
How does the trip meter work on a Mazda 6?
The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to “0.0” by depressing and holding the selector for one second or more. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption.
How many miles does a Mazda RX 8 engine last?
Well it is common knowledge now with the USA Mazda required use of 5W-20 oil the engine will not last 200,000 miles as advertised and more like it the motor will only last around 30,000 miles before needing to be rebuilt again and again etc.
What’s the warranty on a Mazda RX 8?
This is probably why Mazda now only warrants the car for 3 years or 36,000 miles instead of the prior warranty of 5 years or 50,000 miles. This is also clearly documented in many RX 8 owner web sites.
When to reset the ECU on an RX-8?
This is the same walkthrough as featured in our other technical article “RX-8 Stalls when Battery is Disconnected” We have placed it here as its also the best way to reset the ECU anyway. This is a brief guide to a possible solution for those that have problems with the car idling after your battery has been disconnected and the ECU reset.
What causes a Mazda RX 8 engine to fail?
Seals in engines though are failing due to too much heat as is evident from failed engines and cats plugged up with oil as documented on RX 8 owner forums.