Awesome, thanks!

I also noticed a little damage to the black plastic under the painted cover (red on my car) under the passenger side oil cooler. Could you find that too?

Now to find someone who knows how to get the old clips out of the side-skirt without damaging it.

Ken

Can you please ask all your questions at one time....

F197-51-9H1A Skirt Air Dam Right Side
F197-51-9L1A Skirt Air Dam Left Side
F197-51-9K1B Skirt Air Dam Middle

Sure apologies. I noticed that damage after I asked the side skirt question.

hi ash8!
I have a weird problem with the paint of my 2009 S2 velocity red.
Some bastards damaged the trunk, the sunroof ecc..
My trusted bodywork shop repainted the damaged parts using the correct color code(27A).
The problem is that original parts that were not damaged when viewed in direct sunlight looks orange/golden while the repainted have a more dark red tone.
I could post some pics if you want.
Since I'm the only one in Italy who owns a S2 I would like to know if there could be differences in colour code from european OEM velocity red and the US OEM one or if could be a painter's mistake or anythig else that you can think of.
Hope you can help!!

My VIN: JM1FE174990402302

Sorry, no difference in V Red worldwide.
The issue is with your repairer, mica paint for some can be 'challenging' to mix and or blend to exactly match Mazda, not easy.

Do you know the part number for Series II 09 R3 left side ballast?

You cannot purchase just the ballast. Unless this is the ballast: Part Number: F189510H3 ($399.00)


http://www.oemxenonshop.com/Mazda-RX...placement.html

But on the S1, as I said in the other threads, the bulb wire is routed before the lens is glued on.

Edit: but looking at this diagram the wire looks like it might detach from the control module (ballast) so you can install them without taking the headlamp apart.


https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...93b529a9cf.jpg

/\ Yes they can be purchased separately and have zero resemblance to S1. ;)

These are S2 specific.

F189-51-0H3 Ballast which includes DS2 (Globe) wiring loom (ballast to globe loom and all detachable).

$388 USD each from online US Mazda Dealers. (same left to right hand)

Hello all!

I have some questions. I will number them as to make them more visible.

I live in Sweden and own a 2009 UK spec R3. Although it is not standard, it is possible and allowed for me to put a US-size license plate on my car. Hence I need a US license plate holder. I have located one for the front. I think the part number is: FF1450170D

Question 1: It would be great of someone could confirm this part number for me.

Question 2: Do I need any other hardware/part number(s) to mount the license plate holder?

Question 3: I have tried to locate a similar genuine US-spec Mazda license plate holder (US size) for the rear. Is there such a thing and if so, what part number does it have? And do I need some extra mounting hardware/part number(s)?

Question 4: Is there a generic US license plate holder which one could bolt one's license plate to (together with optional frame) and then mount with sticky tape on the rear of the car?

Thanks in advance for all the help! :-)

Does anyone know the difference between these 2 parts? One says large and one says small.

F189-51-9K0A is for S2 GT
F197-51-9K1B is for S2 R3 ONLY.

Thanks for the help. I have one more question.

I have an S2 R3 bumper on my S1. After mounting the R3 bumper, I found out that the fender splash shield that’s right behind the oil cooler doesn’t reach the edge of the R3 bumper.

I found the part number for the splash shield that fits the S2 bumper - F1895614YD. But then I found out there’s another part called “front bumper retainer” (Part number - F19750051). It’s a small part that fills the gap between the splash shield and the bumper.

My question, I know I need to buy the bumper retainer. But do I really need the new splash shield? Since the S2 splash shield doesn’t anyway meet the edge of the bumper, can’t I reuse the one I have?

I have added 2 pics. One pic shows the entire splash shield, the other shows the bumper retainer. Just to give you guys an idea.

Can you confirm the retainer circled in the pic’s part number is correct? I might have got something wrong. I got the part numbers from onlinemazdaparts.com.

BTW, that’s the only pic I have of those 2 parts. If you have an R3, could you kindly take a better picture of the bumper retainer?

Thank you so much :)

The 2 large long Splash Shields are S2+R3 Specific, the large one that goes inside the fender in the curve of the fender F189-56-13ZC (RH) and are meant to fit inside S2+R3 Fenders.

The smaller "vented" splash shield that goes directly behind Oil Coolers is also S2+R3 specific F189-56-14YD.

I have no idea what the S1 (Series 1 RX-8) Fender Liners F151 differences are as I don't have them to compare.

So to answer your question YES you need the 4 F189 Liners, why would Mazda change them if they were the same as S1.

The F197-50-041 + F197-50-051 Bumper Retainers are ONLY for the R3 bumper and are alloy riveted to the plastic R3 Bumper with 8 x BN8F-50-355 alloy rivets (4 each Retainer).

I personally own a S2 Luxury (Elec Sunroof, Leather, Power Seat) (GT in USA) the Liners are the same as R3 and where you have that gap will be filled when you buy and use the F189 liners, correct parts.

BTW, you could give it a try and just fit the F197-50-041 + F197-50-051 ?..

Thank you so much for your reply. By S2+R3 you mean it fits both the standard S2 bumper and the R3 bumper or just the R3 bumper?

So the F197-50-041 + F197-50-051 Bumper Retainers, that’s what I’ve circled in the second pic I uploaded right? The one circled in a thin red color?

My R3 bumper did not come with the retainers :( If only these weren’t so expensive.

I don’t think just using the retainers will work because my current fender liner behind the oil cooler’s diameter is smaller than the new R3 bumper. The R3 bumper is farther away from the front wheel than the old bumper. So i’ll have to change the fender liner to get a good finish.

Do you know of anyone selling these parts used? I tried contacting Paul from Mazmart but he’s not repying.

Oh Australia huh? White with red leather interior? :)

Thanks for all the help ASH8 :) Appreciate it :)

F197 part numbers are specific (ONLY for) R3 in this case.
F189 part numbers are S2+R3.

Those Bumper Retainers (F197) are only used in R3, not used on S2 Front Bumper, and yes they are not supplied with the R3 Front Bumper Cover.

I have a contact in Ohio, Park Mazda.

Order on-line, they will ship directly to your address, you must pay by PayPal.
Put the Part Number in system, add to cart, "Shop More" add the other side part number, add to cart, check out and pay.

Mazda Parts - Discount factory (OEM) Mazda parts and accessories at Park Mazda OEM Parts

Put a not on order ATT:, Joe Klish, say that Ashley from Australia/ RX-8 Club Forum recommended, Joe will look after you.

Don't forget the 8 rivets BN8F-50-355 they are a thick aluminium type.

BTW: I still think you may have an issue with those 4 F189 Slash Shields which are for all S2's, you are using your original S1's.
Remember an order with Park Mazda over $200 gets free shipping.
Edit:, I did not read all of your reply, and YES, I personally think you will need the 4 x F189 inner Splash Shields, look you just don't want to have an issue with sloppy fitting or gaps, I have seen these come off at high speed and they can really mess up whatever they touch as they are thrown around, hitting wheels, back of oil cooler fins, fender paint.

These are the 4 correct F189 liners and no I don't know any one selling used units..:)
F189-56-13ZC RH Fender
F189-56-14ZC LH
F189-56-13YD RH Oil Cooler
F189-56-14YD LH

I just did a fake on-line invoice/order with Park Mazda and $372.28 (including 8 rivets).
So this order would be shipped free.

Hey Ash8,

Any chance you could get the part numbers for an Rx8 5-Spd reverse and neutral switch on the transmission? Not sure if it's Jap or Euro-spec, also unsure of VIN. I am hoping to confirm if they are/are not identical to the USDM switches. Thanks!

Y612-17-640B Park/Neutral Switch. 5 Speed Transmission.

Y611-17-640A Reverse Switch. 5 Speed Transmission.

For ALL Series 1 RX-8's for all nations, all RX-8's were made in Hiroshima, Japan.

Sorry for the delay and thank you so much! Even going all the way to get the prices. WOW. Thanks man! Do they ship outside the US?

For once I did not check, I presumed you were in USA..
Why the hell country location fields are not mandatory here..

You are in Sir-Lanka..
At the moment they are not doing 'International Shipping', email them, I deal with them at times and Joe knows of me..They might do it, they only accept PayPal for payments.

I think you might be in trouble.

Try Paul at Mazmart (a great website vendor here).

Haha I have no idea.

How do you know where I live? :P
Alright I'll email them. PayPal is fine, no worries :)

I tried PMing Paul but he didn't reply. I'll try emailing them as well.

Thank you so much for your help Ash8 :)

Mods get to see your IP address...

If you email Park Mazda, ask for Joe Klish and mention that I suggested you contact him.
As I also listed all the parts are for a S2 and for your R3 front Bumper.

I would not tell him you have an S1 as you might confuse the issue and scare him off supplying you.

Some parts guys in Dealerships hate dealing with ''bits a'' or Frankenstein cars, as many only supply off cars VIN Numbers and IF this was the case the wrong parts (part numbers) would be sent to you, they wont spend the time mucking around.

Just give him the Part Number list I posted here (of what you select or now need) and ask IF he will supply.

I was wondering for RX-8 R3 headlights is it possible to just get the clear plastic cover, or do I have to buy a whole new head light. The head lights on mine are a tad bit oxidized.

All of the S2 assemblies are the same looks wise except for the Spirit R, not special on the R3 and you have to buy the whole assembly, they are sealed units. And of course you can buy Halogen units or Xenon.

2008 GT 6spd(don't have the VIN at the moment), I need the battery terminal for the negative side I believe, its the one with the fuse attached to it. The previous owner over tightened the nut which stretched the metal, so now even fully tightened, I can pull it off with my hand.

the one with the fuse is the positive

Yeah, I've looked at it so many times, I should have remembered. Positive terminal and if you need the VIN:

Apologies for late response..

No you can not buy the clear plastic cover ,they are sealed or complete units as 9K said.

IF you have oxidised lenses, why not purchase a restoration kit it will bring them up like new...Do a search for 3M headlight restoration kit on Google.

Apologies for late response.

Positive Battery Terminal Metal Clamp (where fuse is next to) for all series RX-8's is
OEM part# F151-67-TB1

Was hoping that wouldn't be the case, but thank you for the response.

It's all good. I'll try using the 3M Restoration Kit. Thanks for the response.

Perfect, thanks.

I tried using a headlight restoration kit. It helped a little, but I suspect the headlight seal is not perfect, and water worked its way in and hazed the inside of the headlight lens. This may be the case for you as well MAstray.

What?..

Headlight restoration kit is to clear up/polish out the cloudy looking HEADLIGHT Lens, nothing to do with 'headlight seal' in relation to water, that is another issue.

There are also Headlight restoration Kits, and then there are excellent Headlight restoration kits which require a blue light for curing at the final stage of repair/fix, and most people on here don't want to pay for the extra cost for this.

So the 3M brand is the next best thing...you only get what you pay for.

IF you are getting water into Headlight Body, usually it is because the REAR bulb light covers are not seated correctly or are missing.

I used the 3M restoration kit and my lights look almost brand new. I'm thinking of getting some type of cover for it so it can stay this way and I won't have to do it again. Took me almost 3 hours just to get it done.

To clarify I am saying the kit will help the outside of the lens. If you have oxidation on the inside you are SOL.

There is a section in my headlight you can physically see that the seal is not so good when I wash the car.

Never seen this before...
 

I found this tucked between the pages of my RX8's owners manual when I bought it last year, and I finally got around to bringing it in with me. I've called the dealer and none of the information on here seems to be a valid part number..It has what looks like Katakana on it, my ten year old japanese skills thinks it says Shisu? (loosely translated as system I believe)

Here's a picture, Any idea?


https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...452b3eaebc.jpg

Nope, not having any luck with this PN..

67 is wiring, audio, relays or brackets, even amplifier stuff, but right now I cant work this one out.

It may have been imported from Japan by another owner, IF you are not original one?

Not all OEM parts are listed in EPC's, only if it is applicable to the destination country, like North America, Distributors do not import parts which are not originally installed on their cars, why would they as they will never sell.

There are at times OE parts which are imported for other reasons and are not sold as a replacement.

I am not the original owner. I'm sure you are obviously way more experienced with this type of thing than I am, But as many times as I've bought parts from Mazda, I've never seen a parts label like that one. Maybe the previous owner imported a part for some weird reason? I can only imagine as it has the katakana on it...that or someone at the Hiroshima plant left it in there by mistake...that would be an interesting one...

Let me know if you end up finding some info about it, it has me curious

OEM Airbox rubber grommets please?

L813-13-363A Rubber Insulator

This is the one which mounts into the black plastic tray, there are 4 of them in total, and the Air Filter Box feet/pins locks into them (and they sometimes fall out when removing Airbox.)

Over $5.00 each!!

Also used in...
GG Mazda 6 (Originates, 2003)
NC MX-5
ER CX-7
FE RX-8

Not exactly a part number question but does anyone know the paint code for the Spirit R edition gunmetal wheels?

I did pot it here in Forum somewhere, one which is close to exact, I think is was the same/used by Nissan....

HAVE A LOOK BACK IN THIS THREAD, it could be in this one.

Yes, I found that thread. You had referred to the Nissan Juke's gunmetal color. But that was for the R3 wheels. I'm talking about the Spirit R gunmetal wheels. They are slightly darker than the R3 wheels.

What's annoying is I can't even find an email address for Mazda Japan to ask about this haha.

This is the color i'm talking about.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx8...dbb6eb3579.jpg

Here I was thinking too that all the Spirit R's were gold rims.

You do know that generally MMC do not list paint codes for wheels, leave it with me I will see what I can find..

Forget MMC contact, 9 times out of 10 they will refer you to your local in Sri-lanka

Do you think I can find the .pdf from Mazda Japan on all S2 accessories, I think I may have lost it from a hard drive failure I has a few years back.

If I do find I will let you know, hang on, I have a physical SR brochure I remember having sent from Japan, now where did I put that...

I will get back.

Hooray! :D

Yes I know they don't list paint codes. That's why I asked here :)

The local dealership doesn't have the codes. The RX-8 wasn't officially sold here so they have no clue lol.

But it's so stupid how Mazda Japan doesn't have an email address! I mean c'mon!

Here's a question. Can series 1 and series 2 front O2 sensors be interchanged? Mazda and NTK both list different part numbers, but it is unclear what the differences are. The plugs look the same.