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In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Form No. 8R65-EA-03C

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Removing the Tire

1. 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.

2. Place the jack under the jacking 

position closest to the tire being 
changed.

3. Insert the jack handle into the jack.

NOTE

When blocking a tire, use rocks or 
wood blocks of sufficient size to hold 
the tire in place.

Jacking position

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.

WARNING

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