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#3597 of 3616 The Problem by hebrewhammer Jul 22, 2008 (9:33 pm)
The problem, for the most part, is model year '04, especially with the automatic.   The automatic only has one oil cooler. The manual has two oil coolers.   Most of the problems with the Renesis have been overwhelmingly automatics, and a good chunk of those have been the first year of production.   The new 8 year/100,000 mile warranty Mazda has issued, which transfers to second and third buyers, should provide peace of mind.
#3598 of 3616 Re: Loss of Power Steering [chparx8] by rnc Jul 27, 2008 (8:18 pm)
Replying to: chparx8 (Jun 30, 2007 5:21 pm) Check wire harness connectors under airbox, if moisture or coolant drip on it you will lose P/S. yellow steering wheel will appear on Dash.   You can also disconnect Battery poles for 5 min and reset CPU.
#3600 of 3616 Warranty by mjameson Aug 02, 2008 (9:50 am)
The 8 year/100k mile warranty is transferable to all subsequent owners, which is huge.
#3601 of 3616 latest cpu update by vkat Sep 16, 2008 (7:53 pm)
I got my cpu updated about 1-2 months ago and my 8 is using 1/2 the oil it did before ... i asked the dealer what they changed in the update and he said mazda will not tell them ???? i know from my old rx7 if your engine dosent use oil expect a new one soon.   any insight? Replies to this message: duke15 (Oct 18, 2008 8:02 pm)
#3602 of 3616 Re: latest cpu update [vkat] by duke15 Oct 18, 2008 (8:02 pm)
Replying to: vkat (Sep 16, 2008 7:53 pm) Mine was never more than 1/4 of a quart down in-between oil changes, so I never had to add any oil. That was evidently a bad sign as the engine went at less than 20K miles.
#3603 of 3616 Chat night by pf_flyer HOST Oct 21, 2008 (9:46 am)
Tuesday means Mazda chat night! Mazda ownership is not a requirement! Just bring yourself and your love of cars and the desire to discuss anything and everything automotive and you're good to go!   The chat opens at 8:45 pm ET and runs until 10 pm ET. I hope you're able to join us tonight to meet and greet with your fellow CarSpace members! See you there!
#3604 of 3616 Power steering lost by mugster06 Dec 09, 2008 (4:37 pm)
Ive been reading the messenges on the loss of power steering because mine just happened. Drove it home from work like i usually do, put it in the garage for the night. Next morning the lights on and no power to the steering. let it run, so i wouldnt flood it. took the train in that day came home thinking it would be fixed ( by elves) and nothing, light still on and no power. Now this is when it gets good. Brough it into Mazda, and they could figure out why it wasnt working. They talked to Mazda Canada, they sugested a new wire harness? anyway changed it and now the computer is giving it another problem or not. Still no power to the steering. Day 4 without the car. Now they are going to take out a power steerign unit out of another car, they know works and try that. ????? who built this car ? i would think in this day and age that its should be quite simple to figure out a simple problem like a motor that helps you steer. As you can tell i dont work on cars nor no much about it .   Can anyone let me know if this problem is becoming more popular ? and if anyone knows for sure how or if this can be fixed?
#3605 of 3616 traded in my rx8. Good memories. by secondcity Dec 11, 2008 (7:48 pm)
its been fun. I enjoyed the zoom. I just traded in my pearl white 2005 rx8 for a 2008 335i sedan with sport premium packages. I put on 32,050 fun miles over 4 years. I got a crappy trade in offer, but at least my Bavarian friends backed off their ridiculous price. No comparison when regarding the BMW's 300+pds torque and horsepower. The car is scary fast. However, the rx8 was still a blast. I never had a serious issue. The only money I put into it were the winter tires and the 9 or ten oil changes. i had the squeaky brake pads replaced for free after 7000 miles.  It handled like a true sports car. With the winter tires on, i never had an issue with snow. I liked checking the oil frequently, it made me feel like i was more involved with the car's upkeep. I never minded letting it warm up to avoid flooding and then revving it like i just stole it. The car was peppy and quick and i loved the look with the appearance package with side skirts and spoiler. The look of it reminded me of a mini viper . I wished Mazda added more torque and HP, but it didn't bother me too much when I was able to hug curves and corner better than 95% of the cars out there. THe car had its quirks, but it never bothered me. This was a great forum to keep me updated and I wish all of you a trouble free experience like I had. Ride on. Replies to this message: secondcity (Dec 11, 2008 7:54 pm)
#3606 of 3616 Re: traded in my rx8. Good memories. [secondcity] by secondcity Dec 11, 2008 (7:54 pm)
Replying to: secondcity (Dec 11, 2008 7:48 pm) Regarding my last post, i did have one issue that regarded the engine recall/failed vacuum test, but Mazda dealer handled it professionally, replaced the engine and the car ran just as great after i got it back 4 days later. Any issue I had, they took care of it and at least they stepped up and handled it properly. the extended warranty provided piece of mind. Again--nothing but good times with the car. As i said before, This forum was very helpful when i needed answers about anything related to the 8.

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