Tire Chains; Use only the same size and type tires; Installing the chains- Page 138

WARNING

Use only the same size and type tires

(snow, radial, or non-radial) on all 4

wheels:

Using tires di

ff

erent in size or type is

dangerous. Your vehicle's handling

could be greatly a

ff

ected and result in

an accident.

CAUTION

Check local regulations before using

studded tires.

NOTE

The tire pressure monitoring system

may not function correctly when using

tires with steel wire reinforcement in

the sidewalls (page 4-220).

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Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using

tire chains.

CAUTION



Chains may a

ff

ect 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



The tire pressure monitoring system

may not function correctly when

using tire chains.

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. 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).

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