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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8R21-EA-02G

2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them 

counterclockwise one turn each, but 
don’t remove any until the tire has been 
raised off the ground.

3. Place the jack under the jacking 

position closest to the tire being 
changed.

Align the notch on the wheel cover 
with the valve stem when installing it.

Damage could occur during 
installation if the wheel cover is not 
properly aligned.

CAUTION

Tire valve

Notch

Incorrect Jacking Position:
Attempting to jack the vehicle in 
positions other than those 
recommended in this manual is 
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off 
the jack and seriously injure or even 
kill someone. Use only the front and 
rear jacking positions recommended 
in this manual.

Improper Jack:
Using a jack that isn’t designed for 
your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle 
could slip off the jack and seriously 
injure someone. Use only the jack 
provided with your Mazda.

Placing Objects Under the Jack:
Jacking the vehicle with an object 
under the jack is dangerous. The jack 
could slip and someone could be 
seriously injured by the jack or the 
falling vehicle. Never place objects 
under the jack.

Jacking position

WARNING

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