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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Flat Tireí

Either run-flat tires or conventional tires are equipped on your Mazda depending on the specification, therefore the procedure for repairing a flat tire differs depending on the type of tire. Before driving, make sure which type of tire is equipped on your Mazda. If you cannot identify your tire type, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

qHow to identify your tire type

Run-flat tire

Arun-flat tire has a “RFT” mark on the side wall.

Conventional tire

A conventional tire does not have a “RFT” mark on the side wall.

qVehicle with run-flat tires

WARNING

Have the tires checked or perform the appropriate repair as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer:

When the flat tire warning light illuminates or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds, or perform sudden maneuvering or braking. Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident.

When the flat tire warning light illuminates or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking.

If a run-flat tire is punctured, the FLAT TIRE warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster, and a beep sound is heard for about 30 seconds.

NOTE

Until the flat tire is changed, the beep sound is heard for about 30 seconds every time the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.

Vehicles with run-flat tires can be driven even with a punctured tire under the following conditions.

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