Flat Tire; Spare Tire; In Case of an Emergency- Page 202

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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8R65-EA-03C

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Jack

To remove the jack

1. Open the tool box.

2. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise.

To secure the jack

Perform the removal procedure in reverse.

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Spare Tire

A temporary spare tire is not equipped with 
your Mazda. If an emergency tire repair is 
needed, repair the flat tire with the 
emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). If 
you require a temporary spare tire, consult 
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.When 
installing a temporary spare tire, follow 
the manufacturer

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s instructions for the 

temporary spare tire.

The temporary spare tire is lighter and 
smaller than a conventional tire, and is 
designed only for emergency use and 
should be used only for VERY short 
periods. Temporary spares should 
NEVER be used for long drives or 
extended periods.

Jack screw

Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire 
on Ice or Snow:
Driving with a spare tire on the rear 
(driving) wheels on ice or snow is 
dangerous. Handling will be affected. 
You could lose control of the vehicle 
and have an accident. Put the spare 
tire on the front axle and move a 
regular tire to the rear.

WARNING

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