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WARNING: Age

Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It

is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of

normal service. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high

loading conditions can accelerate the aging process.

You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other

road tires due to the aging of the spare tire.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)

Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to

place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This

information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of

the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for

safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all

federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code

designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size

code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was

built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After

2000 the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25th

week of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used for

traceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect

requires a recall.

Tire Replacement Requirements

Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride and

handling capability.

WARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the

same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or

all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by

Mazda. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can

affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could

result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle

rollover, personal injury and death. Additionally the use of

non-recommended tires and wheels could cause steering,

suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit failure. If

you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an

authorized dealer.

2007 B-Series (mbs)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA (fus)

Tires, Wheels and Loading

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  • 97. After 2000 the numbers go to four digits.
  • 1. The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability.

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