Changing a Tire; Repair Kit; If Trouble Arises- Page 440

NOTE

•

If an emergency flat tire repair has
been performed using the emergency
flat tire repair kit, Mazda
recommends that the tire be replaced
with a new one as soon as possible.
If the tire is to be repaired or reused,
consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

•

The wheel can be reused if the
sealant adhering to it is removed.
However, replace the valve with a
new one.

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Inspecting the Emergency Flat Tire
Repair Kit

Inspect the emergency flat tire repair kit at
regular intervals.

•

Check the tire sealant period of effective
use.

•

Check the operation of the tire
compressor.

NOTE

The tire sealant has a period of effective
use. Check the period of effective use
indicated on the bottle label and do not
use it if it has expired. Have the tire
sealant replaced at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer before the period of effective use
has expired.

Changing a Tire

WARNING

Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire:

Changing a tire is dangerous if not done
properly. The vehicle can slip off the jack
and seriously injure someone.
No person should place any portion of their
body under a vehicle that is supported by a
jack.

Never allow anyone inside a vehicle
supported by a jack:

Allowing someone to remain in a vehicle
supported by a jack is dangerous. The
occupant could cause the vehicle to fall
resulting in serious injury.

NOTE

Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.

1. Park on a hard, level surface off the

right-of-way and firmly set the parking
brake.

2. Put a vehicle with an automatic

transmission in Park (P), a manual
transmission in Reverse (R) or 1, and
turn off the engine.

3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle

and away from the vehicle and traffic.

5. Remove the jack and tool (page 7-3).

If Trouble Arises

Flat Tire

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