Mazda 2003 Miata MX-5, Owner'S Manual

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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled
edge inward; tighten them by hand.
4. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise
and lower the vehicle. Use the lug
wrench to tighten the nuts in the order
shown.
If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts
should be, have them inspected at a
service station.
Nut tightening torque:
Don’t apply Oil or Grease to Lug
Nuts, Bolts:
Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
loosen while driving and cause the
tire to come off, resulting in an
accident. In addition, lug nuts and
bolts could be damaged if tightened
more than necessary. Do not apply oil
or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do
not tighten the lug nuts beyond the
recommended tightening torque.
WARNING
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88—118 (9—12, 65—87)
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