Mazda Mazda2_8BL3-EA-10E_Edition3 manual Changing a Flat Tire

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

To remove the spare tire

1. Remove the trunk mat.

Trunk mat

2.Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise using the lug wrench.

To secure the spare tire

Perform the removal procedure in reverse.

Changing a Flat Tire

NOTE

If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire.

lSteering becomes difficult.

lThe vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. l The vehicle pulls in one direction.

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.

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.

CAUTION

(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)

The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors. Do not use non-genuine wheels, otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors.

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