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Before Driving

Driving Tips

 Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire 

chains.

CAUTION



  Chains may affect handling.



  Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 

mph) or the chain manufacturer's 

recommended limit, whichever is lower.



  Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, 

and sharp turns.



  Avoid locked-wheel braking.



  Do not use chains on a temporary spare 

tire; it may result in damage to the 

vehicle and to the tire.



  Do not use chains on roads that are free 

of snow or ice. The tires and chains could 

be damaged.



  Chains may scratch or chip aluminum 

wheels.

NOTE



  If your vehicle is equipped with the tire 

pressure monitoring system, the system 

may not function correctly when using 

tire chains.



  Use of tire chains on a vehicle equipped 

with P255/50R20 specification tires 

could cause interference with the 

vehicle body and scratching. If tire 

chains are to be used, replace both front 

and rear tires with P255/60R18 tires. 

Please consult an Authorized Mazda 

Dealer.

Install the chains on the front tires only.

Do not use chains on the rear tires.

Please consult an Authorized Mazda 

Dealer.

Installing the chains

1.  Secure the chains on the front tires as 

tightly as possible.

  Always follow the chain manufacturer's 

instructions.

2.  Retighten the chains after driving 

1/2—1 km (1/4—1/2 mile).

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