Mazda CX-52017, Owner'S Manual

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If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
3. For vehicles equipped with a sub-
woofer, loosen the hold-down bolt and
remove the woofer and spare tire.
For vehicles not equipped with a sub-
woofer, turn the spare tire hold-down
bolt counterclockwise and remove the
spare tire.
Spare tire hold-down bolt
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
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a
fl
at tire.
     
Steering becomes dif
fi
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 off the road and out
of the way of traf
fi
c to change the tire.
Stopping in traf
fi
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 off
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.
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