Does a RX-8 last a long time?
How long will the RX-8 engine last? Just like any other engine, taking the time to care for it properly will make it last longer than usual, however, that could mean 80,000 miles or less. Unfortunately, if you don’t know what you’re getting into, you might run into issues later on.
What to do if your Mazda RX-8 won’t start?
If the lights anywhere in your car are not turning on, your battery may be dead. Check to see if you can start your engine. If the engine turns on then your battery should be working properly. However, if the engine will not start, refer to the Car Cranks But Won’t Start .
When did the Mazda RX 8 come out?
The Mazda RX-8 is a sports car created by Mazda, the by Japanese automobile manufacturer. The car was crated between the years 2002 and 2012. First shown back in 2001 at the North American International Auto Show, the car became the successor to the RX-7.
Is it possible to flood a Mazda RX 8?
If you are a little careful, you will never flood. If you car is at normal operating temperature you will never flood. If you move the car a small amount let it idle for a minute or two rev the car to 5,000rpms and turn off the engine while it is revved to 5000. I have done this for 6 year and never flooded once.
Which is better Mazda crossfire or Mazda RX 8?
While the RX-8 is one of the purest sports cars on the road, the Crossfire is more of a GT car. Although it’s undeniably a fine car, I don’t think the Crossfire really compares to the RX-8 from a sporting point of view – plus, it doesn’t have a back seat.
How to clear a Mazda RX 8 engine failure?
To clear your car try pushing the gas peddle to the floor (this will shut off the fuel injectors) and crank the car for six seconds. Try this 2 or 4 times waiting in between and always press the gas to the floor or you’ll just make the flooding worst. Now try starting the car normally with foot off the gas.
While the RX-8 is one of the purest sports cars on the road, the Crossfire is more of a GT car. Although it’s undeniably a fine car, I don’t think the Crossfire really compares to the RX-8 from a sporting point of view – plus, it doesn’t have a back seat.
Why does my Mazda RX-8 stall at lights?
My car also “stumbles” from time to time when I put it back in gear from neutral at a light. Try puting your car in neutral at the light – the vibration should stop or be barely noticeable. Mazda had a regional rep come out to look at my car, and his solution was to give me my 7th set of motor mounts.
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.