This probably is a stupid suggestion, but back in the stoney old days of the 1980s or so, windshield nozzles were adjustable by putting a pin into the sprayer outlet and pointing the nozzle where you wanted it to go. Can't hurt to try.

 

yeah i dont know that its SUPPOSED to work that way, but i adjusted one of my nozzles... it was shooting straight over the top of the car

 

I figure, they tried to fix it and they broke it. Time for them to replace it.

Update: they fixed it and it works perfectly again.

 

MSP16 Flash?...
What does this flash do....more MOP oil?

 

So if im out of warranty can I still go and get the MSP16 without paying for it?

 

Yes.

I got the MSP16 and paid for it, only to have the dealership to return my money to me without my asking for it.

MSP16 is covered by Mazda.

 

Ah ok cool. Ill go ahead and make an appointment

 

MSP16 was a recall - not a TSB - and it applies to all RX8s with appropriate vins. Get to your dealer and have them flash it. If you go to mazdausa.com and have your VIN registered it will display what recalls have been applied to your vehicle. If you haven't had the previous recall you may want a compression check done to your engine as well.

And Mazda warranties your engine for 8 yrs/100k miles. The flash is for your engine management so even if this was just a TSB you would be able to get it done barring a warranty void due to excessive engine modifications.

 

I'm hoping some one can help me with a problem I have with a 04 RX8. When it rains the flasher come on. Can't shut them off without driving the car for 15 minute or more. Any help you can give would be great full.

 

Hi there Timeandhalf.

This is a real noodler, and I can't say that I have any idea than to look at the relays for this where they might be exposed to rain water.

However, if you want a real answer, then you would do much better to post this question under its own heading in the Tech Section of the forum. Someone there might be able to help you better. In this thread, the question is pretty buried. Just a suggestion and best of luck.

 

flasher? what flasher? emergency flashers? CEL flashing?

If it's a warning light on the dash that flashes then it might be traction control... guessing it isnt that simple though.

 

this might be a dumb question, but i havent takent my 04 in for the MSP16 flash yet (got all previous ones). My car runs fine (knock on wood) and havent had any problems with it. Should I still get this one done? Premixing seems to be working for me.. or should i just get the MSP16 and continue to premix?

 

If you got the notice take it in.

 

I would get the MSP16 flash if I were you. I found it a tremendous benefit to the driveability of the car making it easier to start off, and it seems to have much better oil metering. I'd do it. You an continue to premix if you want.

 

razz, haze thanks for the feedback. I'll go schedule a time to take it in.

 

I just got the MSP16 flash a week ago and continue to run premix too.

 

Here is another rewrite on a "TSB" the "Water in the rear combo light". What do you think?

http://www.finishlineperformance.com...05-09-2055.pdf

 

I had one replaced a couple years ago and now have moisture in the other. I would think a new/better gasket would seal it.

 

I have printed it out to go buy the parts and do it myself since I am no longer under warranty. I had one lamp replaced a couple of years ago, and it is just starting to get moisture in it again. Looks to be a great update.

Thanks for bringing to our attention!!!! I really appreciate the info.

 

I have the racing beat flash. If I get this MSP16 flash will that negate the RB Flash?

 

yes it will overwrite it.

you can have racing beat re-flash your pcm for 50% off what you paid the first time around.

 

but why would you go have that done just to get the RB flash back?

 

good point.

was just answering his question though

 

Here is another revised "TSB" on the motor mounts!! What do you think?

http://www.finishlineperformance.com...01-09-2062.pdf

 

DAMN! ....and i just bought the wrong bracket. now i feel better about sending it back.