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2006 Mazda RX-8 Owners Manual

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4. Drain the system completely and

retighten the plug. Add as much
ethylene-glycol-based coolant mixture
and water as necessary to provide
freezing and corrosion protection.

5. In extremely cold climates, add the

mixture percentage recommended in
the coolant mixture percentage table.

6. Reinstall the cooling system cap.

7. Run the engine at idle for about 10

minutes, then turn it off. If the coolant
level warning light comes on during
this time, turn the engine off.
After turning off the engine, inspect the
drain plug and the water hoses for
leaks.

8. After the engine has cooled, remove

the cooling system cap and inspect the
coolant level. If it's low, repeat steps 5
to 7.

NOTE

Because this procedure requires
technical expertise, we recommend that
it be done by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Brake/Clutch Fluid

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Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level

The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the
same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake and clutch
linings. If it is excessively low, have the
brake/clutch system inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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  • 4. Drain the system completely and retighten the plug.
  • 5. In extremely cold climates, add the mixture percentage recommended in the coolant mixture percentage table.
  • 6. Reinstall the cooling system cap.
  • 7. Run the engine at idle for about 10 minutes, then turn it off.
  • 8. After the engine has cooled, remove the cooling system cap and inspect the coolant level.
  • 7. NOTE Because this procedure requires technical expertise, we recommend that it be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.