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2005 Mazda Tribute Owners Manual

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Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:

SAE class “S” cables should ONLY be used on the front axle for
P235/70R16 tires.

Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip the
wheels.

Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch
any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables or chains rub or bang
against the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not
work, remove the cables or chains to prevent vehicle damage.

Avoid overloading your vehicle.

Remove the cables or tire chains when they are no longer needed.

Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.

The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from the vehicle when
using snow tires and traction devices.

Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire chains on your vehicle.

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER

This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or
trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating
capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will
provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading
your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining
your vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’s
Safety Certification Label and Tire Label:

Base Curb Weight

– is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of

fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or
optional equipment.

Vehicle Curb Weight

– is the weight of your new vehicle when you

picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.

Tires, Wheels and Loading

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  • SAE class “S” cables should ONLY be used on the front axle for P235/70R16 tires.
  • Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels.
  • Install cables or chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
  • Avoid overloading your vehicle.
  • Remove the cables or tire chains when they are no longer needed.
  • Do not use cables or chains on dry roads.
  • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage.
  • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire chains on your vehicle.