How often do apex seals need to be replaced?
They should only be replaced somewhere between 100 and 200 thousand miles, possibly less, but you have to watch out for signs your apex seals are failing prematurely. Because the apex seals are in contact with the housing case, they are usually coated in engine oil to reduce friction.
Why does my RX8 not start after a hot soak?
RX8 No Start & Hard to Start when Hot soak. This RX8 came into our shop for diagnosing no start when it is hot. When you drive for a while and turn off the engine, then if you try to restart after a short period, it refuses to restart (cranks ok). After at least fifteen minutes to half an a hour wait the car will start.
Why does my car not start after a hot soak?
When you drive for a while and turn off the engine, then if you try to restart after a short period, it refuses to restart (cranks ok). After at least fifteen minutes to half an a hour wait the car will start. The day before the appointment, after he gassed up at gas station, the car failed to start. It has no sound, no click.
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.
Why does my Mazda RX-8 engine not start?
At the time it sounded like the battery, because engine turned very slowly. Since, I’ve changed battery, checked all fuses, and engine still doesn’t start (though it engine turns fine). Would you please assist me with any info which will help me to determine what’s wrong.
What should I do if my Mazda RX-8 stall?
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. The vibration was a little better for about 10 feet, then it was back and worse than ever.
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.
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.