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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise and 

raise the vehicle high enough so that 
the spare tire can be installed. Before 
removing the lug nuts, make sure your 
Mazda is firmly in position and that it 
cannot slip or move.

6. Remove the lug nuts by turning them 

counterclockwise; then remove the 
wheel.

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Locking Lug Nuts

If your vehicle has optional antitheft 
wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will 
lock the tires and you must use a special 
key to unlock them. This key is attached 
to the lug wrench and is stored with the 
spare tire. Register them with the lock 
manufacturer by filling out the card 
provided in the glove box and mailing it in 
the accompanying envelope. If you lose 
your key, consult an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer or use the lock manufacturer’s 
order form, which is with the registration 
card.

To remove an antitheft lug nut

1. Get the key for the locking lug nut.

2. Place it on top of the nut, and be sure to 

hold the key square to it. If you hold 
the key at an angle, you may damage 
both key and nut. Don’t use a power 
impact wrench.

3. Place the lug wrench on top of the key 

and apply pressure. Turn the wrench 
counterclockwise.

To replace the nut

1. Place the key on top of the nut.

2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key, 

apply pressure, and turn it clockwise.

Antitheft lug nut

Special key

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