SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS; VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER; 2011 Tribute- Page 172

2011 Mazda Tribute Owners Manual

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Driver Controls
Locks and Security
Seating and Safety Restraints
Tires, Wheels and Loading
Driving
Maintenance and Specifications
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under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where
air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS

WARNING:

Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed

rating as those originally provided by Mazda. Use of any tire or

wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit
failure.

The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, using snow tires and traction
devices may be necessary. If you need to use snow tires and cables, it is
recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and
specification as those originally installed.

Note:

The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle

damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using
snow tires and chains.

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices:

If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.

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

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

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

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

Remove the cables when they are no longer needed. Do not use cables
on dry roads.

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

Tires, Wheels and Loading

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  • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
  • SAE Class S cables should ONLY be used on the front axle for P235/70R16 tires.
  • Install cables securely, verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
  • Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables on your vehicle.
  • Remove the cables when they are no longer needed.