Mazda MX-6, Manual

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J94S.book Page 26 Saturday, June 23, 2001 1:04 PM
M aintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
▼ Tire Inflation Pressure
A WARNING
In correct Tire Inflation:
O verin flation o r un derin flation o f
tires is d a n g ero u s. A dverse han dlin g
o r u n expected tire fa ilu re cou ld re su lt
in a seriou s a ccid en t. A lw ays inflate
the tires to the c o rrect p ressu re (page
10-6).
Inspect all tire pressures m onthly
(including the spare) w hen the tires are
cold. M aintain recom m ended pressures
for the best ride, top handling, and
m inim um tire wear.
6).
N O T E
W arm tires norm ally exceed
recom m ended pressures. D o n ’t
release air from w arm tires to adjust
the pressure.
U nderinflation can cause reduced
fuel econom y and poor sealing o f
the tire bead, w hich w ill deform the
w heel and cause separation o f tire
from rim .
O verinflation can produce a harsh
rid e and a greater possibility o f
d am age from road hazards.
K eep y o u r tire pressure at the
correct levels. If o ne frequently
needs inflating, have it inspected.
8-26
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G