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Before Driving

Driving Tips

  Installing  the  chains

     1.   If  your  vehicle  is  equipped  with  wheel 

covers remove them, otherwise the 
chain bands will scratch them.

   2.   Secure the chains on the front tires as 

tightly as possible.

Always follow the chain manufacturer's 
instructions.

   3.   Retighten  the  chains  after  driving 

1/2—1 km (1/4—1/2 mile).

 Driving In Flooded Area

WARNING

  Dry  off  brakes that have become 
wet by driving slowly, releasing the 
accelerator pedal and lightly applying 
the brakes several times until the brake 
performance returns to normal:

  Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. 
Increased stopping distance or the 
vehicle pulling to one side when 
braking could result in a serious 
accident. Light braking will indicate 
whether the brakes have been aff ected.

CAUTION

  Do not drive the vehicle on fl ooded 
roads as it could cause short circuiting 
of electrical/electronic parts, or 
engine damage or stalling from 
water absorption. If the vehicle has 
been immersed in water, consult an 
Authorized Mazda Dealer.