2006 MAZDA MODEL MPV spare tire

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WARNING
Mixing Tire Types:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling
could be greatly affected and result in
an accident. Use only the same size
and type tires (snow, radial, or non-
radial) on all four wheels.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
qTire Chains
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
CAUTION
lChains may scratch or chip
aluminum wheels. Install tire chains
on steel wheels only.
lChains may affect handling.
lDon't go faster than 50 km/h (30
mph) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is
lower.
lDrive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, and sharp turns.
lAvoid locked-wheel braking.
lDon't use chains on a temporary
spare tire; it may result in damage to
the vehicle and to the tire.
lDon't use chains on roads that are
free of snow or ice. The tires and
chains could be damaged.Install the chains on the front tires.
Don't use chains on the rear tires.
Use only SAE Class“S”chains, and make
sure they fit.
Installing the chains
1. Remove the wheel covers, or the chain
bands will scratch them.
2. Secure the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Always follow the
chain manufacturer's instructions.
3. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2
―1 km (1/4―1/2 mile).
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Before Driving Your Mazda
Driving Tips
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WARNING
Unsecured Hitch:
An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous as it causes greater trailer sway from
crosswinds, rough roads or other causes, resulting in loss of control and a serious
accident.
Examine all trailer-hitch mounting bolts regularly and tighten any that are loose. If
the hitch is removed, seal any open mounting holes to prevent exhaust, dust, water,
dirt and other foreign elements from filtering in, possibly endangering personal safety
and damaging your vehicle.
Don't install a hitch that stiffens the bumper as it will reduce the bumper's
performance. Always make sure the hitch is securely attached before departure.
Exhaust System Modifications:
Modifying your vehicle exhaust system is dangerous. Exhaust gas entering the vehicle
could kill you.
When mounting the trailer hitch, make no modifications to the vehicle exhaust system.
Make sure there are no exhaust gas leaks into the passenger compartment if any
mounting bolts are connected to the body.
CAUTION
lMake all hitch adjustments with actual loads. Don't load and unload vehicle while
adjusting hitch. This action will change the vehicle height.
lDon't use an axle-mounted hitch. This may damage the axle and related parts.
qTires
When towing a trailer, make sure all tires are inflated to the recommended cold-tire
pressure, as indicated on the tire pressure chart on the driver's door. Trailer tire size, load
rating, and inflation pressures should conform to tire manufacturer specifications.
WARNING
Using a Temporary Spare Tire when Towing:
Using a temporary spare tire on your vehicle when towing a trailer is dangerous as it
could result in tire failure, loss of control, and injury to vehicle occupants. Never use a
temporary spare when towing.
Before Driving Your Mazda
Towing
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7In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2
Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2
Flat Tire ......................................................................................... 7-3
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...................................................... 7-3
Changing a Flat Tire ................................................................. 7-9
Overheating ................................................................................. 7-16
Overheating ............................................................................. 7-16
Emergency Starting .................................................................... 7-18
Starting a Flooded Engine ....................................................... 7-18
Jump-Starting .......................................................................... 7-19
Push-Starting ........................................................................... 7-22
Emergency Towing ..................................................................... 7-23
Towing Description ................................................................. 7-23
Tiedown Hooks ....................................................................... 7-24
Recreational Towing ............................................................... 7-24
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Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Spare tire Tool bag Jack
Spare tire lever
Lug wrenchJack leverTire clamp
Flat tire securing boltVinyl bag
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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qJack
To remove the jack
1. Remove the cover.
2. Remove the tool bag.
3. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.
qSpare Tire
Your Mazda has a 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.
WARNING
Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire
on Ice or Snow:
Driving with a spare tire on the front
(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 rear axle and move a
regular tire to the front.
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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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CAUTION
lWhen using the temporary spare tire,
driving stability may decrease
compared to when using only the
conventional tire. Drive carefully.
lTo avoid damage to the temporary
spare or to the vehicle, observe the
following precautions:
lDon't exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).lAvoid driving over obstacles.
Also, don't drive through an
automatic car wash. This tire's
diameter is smaller than a
conventional tire's, so the ground
clearance is reduced about 25 mm
(1 in).
lDon't use a tire chain on this tire
because it won't fit properly.
lDon't use your temporary spare
on any other vehicle; it has been
designed only for your Mazda.
lDo not tow a trailer while using
this tire.
lUse only one temporary spare tire
on your vehicle at the same time.
To remove the spare tire
1. Have everyone get out of the vehicle
and away from the vehicle and traffic.2. For side-spoiler equipped vehicles,
remove the fasteners on both sides of
the spoiler cap by turning them
counterclockwise.
Pull the spoiler cap out.
NOTE
After installing the side spoiler cap,
make sure it is securely attached.
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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3. Locate the spare tire carrier socket cap
on the right, in front of the second-row
seat. Unscrew it by turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Remove the spare tire lever and lug
wrench from the tool bag.
5. Raise the reclining lever and push the
front seatback forward and out of the
way.
Make sure the seatback is locked.
6. Insert the spare tire lever into the spare
tire carrier socket. Fit the lug wrench to
the opposite end of the spare tire lever.
Lug wrench
Spare tire
lever
7. Slowly turn the lug wrench
counterclockwise until the spare tire
reaches the ground and the cable
becomes loose.
CAUTION
lDo not loosen the cable too much as
this may cause damage to the spare
tire carrier.
lTurning the lug wrench with the seat
reclined could damage the seatback
material.
lApplying excessive lateral force
while the spare tire lever is attached
may result in damage to the socket.
NOTE
The spare tire lever remains locked in
the socket while the spare tire is being
lowered.
Unless the cable is rolled up
completely, the spare tire lever cannot
be removed from the socket.
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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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8. Rotate the small lever on top of the
retaining plate and pull the retaining
plate out from the center hole of the
tire.
NOTE
A flat tire which has been removed
from the vehicle for repair cannot be
carried in the spare tire carrier. Secure
the flat tire with the tire clamp and wing
nut in the luggage compartment (page
7-12).
To secure the spare tire
1. Place the tire with the outer side facing
upward, rotate the small lever on top of
the retaining plate and slide the
retaining plate through the center hole
of the tire.
Rotate the small lever into place.
Lever
Spare tire
2. Raise the spare tire slowly in reverse
order of removal.
WARNING
Carrier Placement for the Specialized
Temporary Spare Tire:
Placing the specialized temporary
spare tire in the spare tire carrier
wrong side up or using any tire other
than the small temporary spare tire
designed for use with this vehicle is
dangerous. It will result in poor
attachment and insufficient ground
clearance in the spare tire carrier and
the danger of the tire falling off. This
could result in someone being badly
injured or even killed.
Place the specialized temporary spare
tire in the spare tire carrier correctly.
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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