Mazda 3 Sedan 2020, Owner'S Manual

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(Vehicles without sub-woofer)
Turn the spare tire hold-down bolt
counterclockwise and remove the
spare tire.
1. Spare tire hold-down bolt
NOTE
If the spare tire hold-down bolt
cannot be loosened, hold the edge
of the tire and turn it
counterclockwise until the spare
tire hold-down bolt rotates.
To secure the spare tire
Store the spare tire in the reverse order
of removal. After storing, verify that the
spare tire is stored securely.
Changing a Flat Tire
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Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a fl at tire.

Steering becomes di ffi cult.

The vehicle begins to vibrate
excessively.

The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a fl at tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well o ff the road and
out of the way of tra ffi c to change the
tire.
Stopping in tra ffi c or on the shoulder
of a busy road is dangerous.
WARNING
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip o ff
the jack and seriously injure someone.
No person should place any portion of
their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
Never allow anyone inside a vehicle
supported by a jack:
Allowing someone to remain in a
vehicle supported by a jack is
dangerous. The occupant could cause
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury.
NOTE
Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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