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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
3. Replace the spare tire carrier cap in the
socket and turn it until the spare tire is
pulled up tight.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a
busy road is dangerous.
Loose Spare Tire Carrier Socket:
A loose spare tire carrier socket cap is
dangerous. The cable could be cut
causing the spare tire to fall off. This
could result in someone being badly
injured or even killed.
Always screw the spare tire carrier
socket cap completely tight and make
sure the spare tire is locked in the
highest position.
If you hear rattling from the spare tire
carrier while the vehicle is moving, the
spare tire carrier cable may be cut.
Have it repaired at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
CAUTION
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a flat tire.
•
Steering becomes difficult.
•
The vehicle begins to vibrate
excessively.
•
The vehicle pulls in one direction.
Jacking a Vehicle:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure
someone.
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire, and never get under a
vehicle that is supported only by a
jack.
Passenger in 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. Never allow anyone inside a
vehicle supported by a jack.
WARNING
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