2008 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 tire type

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Tires
For reasons of proper performance, safety,
and better fuel economy, always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits
and weight distribution.
WARNING
Using Different Tire Types:
Driving your vehicle with different
types of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor
braking; leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.
Using Wrong-Sized Tires:
Using any other tire size than what is
specified for your Mazda (page 10-6)
is dangerous. It could seriously affect
ride, handling, ground clearance, tire
clearance, and speedometer
calibration. This could cause you to
have an accident. Use only tires that
are the correct size specified for your
Mazda.
qTire Inflation Pressure
WARNING
Always inflate the tires to the correct
pressure:
Overinflation or underinflation of
tires is dangerous. Adverse handling
or unexpected tire failure could result
in a serious accident.
Refer to specification charts on page
10-6.The Tire Pressure Monitoring System
í
does not alleviate the need to check the
tire condition every day, including
whether the tires all look inflated properly.
Inspect all tire pressure monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended pressures
for the best ride, handling, and minimum
tire wear.
When checking the tire pressures, use of a
digital tire pressure gauge is
recommended.
Refer to the specification charts (page
10-6).
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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NOTElAlways check tire pressure when tires are
cold.
lWarm tires normally exceed recommended
pressures. Don't release air from warm tires
to adjust the pressure.
lUnderinflation can cause reduced fuel
economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear,
and poor sealing of the tire bead, which
will deform the wheel and cause separation
of tire from rim.
lOverinflation can produce a harsh ride,
uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a
greater possibility of damage from road
hazards.
Keep your tire pressure at the correct
levels. If one frequently needs inflating,
have it inspected.
qTire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires if
irregular wear develops. According to the
scheduled maintenance charts.Refer to
Scheduled Maintenance on page 8-3.
During rotation, inspect them for correct
balance.
Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY)
spare tire in rotation.Forward
Also, inspect them for uneven wear and
damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused
by one or a combination of the following:
lIncorrect tire pressure
lImproper wheel alignmentlOut-of-balance wheellSevere braking
After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to
specification (page 10-6) and inspect the
lug nuts for tightness.
CAUTION
Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to
rear, not from side to side. Tire
performance will be weakened if
rotated from side to side.
CAUTION
Limited-Slip Differential system;
don't use the following:
ØTires not of the designated size
ØTires of different sizes or types at
the same time
ØTires not sufficiently inflated
If these instructions aren't followed,
the rotation of the left and right
wheels will be different and will thus
apply a constant load on the limited-
slip differential.
This will cause a malfunction.
qReplacing a Tire
WARNING
Always use tires that are in good
condition:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
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CAUTION
ØDo not use your temporary spare
tire rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage
both tire and rim.
ØThe temporary spare tire has a
tread life of less than 5,000 km
(3,000 miles). The tread life may
be shorter depending on driving
conditions.
ØThe temporary spare tire is for
limited use, however, if the tread
wear solid-band indicator
appears, replace the tire with the
same type of temporary spare
(page 8-34).
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when they are
not being used on the road. It is recommended
that tires generally be replaced when they are
6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You should
replace the spare tire when you replace the
other road tires due to the aging of the spare
tire. Regarding the manufacturing week and
year is indicated with 4 digit.
Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-24.
qReplacing a Wheel
WARNING
Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident.
CAUTION
ØA wrong-sized wheel may
adversely affect:
ØTire fit
ØWheel and bearing life
ØGround clearance
ØSnow-chain clearance
ØSpeedometer calibration
ØHeadlight aim
ØBumper height
ØTire Pressure Monitoring
System
ØLimited-Slip Differential System
Ø(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
ØWhen replacing/repairing the
tires or wheels or both, have the
work done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, or the tire
pressure sensors may be
damaged.
ØThe wheels equipped on your
Mazda are specially designed
for installation of the tire
pressure sensors. Do not use
non-genuine wheels, otherwise
it may not be possible to install
the tire pressure sensors.
NOTE
Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors
whenever tires or wheels are replaced. Refer to
Tires and Wheels on page 5-31.
When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original factory
wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset.
Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.
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Customer Information and Reporting
Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.
Customer Assistance ............................... 9-2
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ 9-2
Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... 9-5
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) .... 9-8
Customer Assistance (Mexico) ........... 9-9
Mazda Importer/Distributors ............... 9-11
Importer/Distributor .......................... 9-11
Distributor in Each Area ................... 9-11
Warranty ................................................ 9-13
Warranties for Your Mazda ............... 9-13
Outside the United States and
Canada .............................................. 9-14
Outside the United States .................. 9-15
Outside Canada ................................. 9-16
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country (Except United States and
Canada) ............................................. 9-17
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-18
Cell Phones ............................................. 9-19
Cell Phones Warning ......................... 9-19
Type Approval of Equipment ............... 9-20
Type Approval of Equipment
(Mexico) ............................................ 9-20
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
(UTQGS) ................................................ 9-22
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
(UTQGS) .......................................... 9-22Tire Information (except Canada) ....... 9-24
Tire Labeling ..................................... 9-24
Location of the Tire Label
(Placard) ............................................ 9-30
Tire Maintenance .............................. 9-33
Vehicle Loading ................................ 9-36
Steps for Determining the Correct Load
Limit: ................................................ 9-43
Reporting Safety Defects ....................... 9-44
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) .... 9-44
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) ... 9-45
Service Publications .............................. 9-46
Service Publications .......................... 9-46
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Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades
Tread wear:The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded 100.
Traction:The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades
represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance.
Temperature:The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local governments may require true snow tires, those with very
deeply cut tread. These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels.
Make sure you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other
tires on your vehicle.
SAFETY WARNING
The following safety warning appears on the tire's sidewall.
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM:
lEXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING-
MATCH TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER; NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa)
TO SEAT BEADS-ONLY SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT
TIRES.
lTIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER-INFLATION/OVERLOADING/DAMAGE-
FOLLOW OWNER'S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY
CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (except Canada)
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
HeadlightsHigh beam 60 HB3 (HB3)
Low beamHalogen 55 H11 (―)
Xenon fusion 35 D2S (D2S)
Front turn signal lights 27―(#1156NA)
Front side-marker lights 5 WY5W (―)
Fog lights
í51 HB4 (#9006)
Side turn signal lightsíLED bulb*12.26―(―)
High-mount brake light*12.4―(―)
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W (32CP)
Brake lights
*25.4―(―)
TaillightsRear
combination
light side
*20.7―(―)
Liftgate side 3.8―(#194)
Reverse lights 21 W21W (#7440)
License plate lights 5 T10 (―)
Rear side-marker lights 5 W5W (4CP)
*1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
*2 Bulb replacement is not possible. The rear combination component must be replaced.
Interior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R
Overhead lights/Map lights (Front) 8―
Overhead light (Center) 10―
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Courtesy lights 5 T10
Vanity mirror lights
í2―
Luggage compartment light 10―
qTires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to
your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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R
Rear Door Child Safety Locks .......... 3-28
Rear Entertainment System ............... 6-51
Before operation ......................... 6-63
Country code list ........................ 6-94
Language code list ..................... 6-92
Sound output .............................. 6-69
Rear Window Defroster .................... 5-66
Rear Window Washer ....................... 5-66
Rear Window Wiper .......................... 5-66
Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-59
Recreational Towing ......................... 7-23
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................. 9-17
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 4-9
Roll-over ............................................. 4-8
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 9-44
Seat Belt System
3-point type ................................ 2-21
Automatic locking ...................... 2-20
Belt minder ................................. 2-31
Center-rear lap/shoulder ............. 2-26
Emergency locking .................... 2-19
Extender ..................................... 2-29
Pregnant women ........................ 2-19
Pretensioner and load limiting .... 2-23
Seat belt precautions .................. 2-17
Warning light/beep ..................... 2-31
Seats
Front seat
(Electrically operated seats) ......... 2-4
Front seat
(Manually operated seats) ............ 2-2
Seat warmer .................................. 2-9
Second-row seats ....................... 2-10
Third-row seat ............................ 2-14
S
Second-Row Seats ............................ 2-10
Security System
Immobilizer system
(without advanced key) .............. 3-53
Immobilizer system
(with advanced key) ................... 3-51
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-56
Service Publications .......................... 9-46
Shopping Bag Hook ........................ 6-129
Side Extension Sunvisors ................ 6-120
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ................ 7-3
Specifications .................................... 10-4
Speedometer ...................................... 5-38
Starting the Engine .............................. 5-4
Steering Wheel .................................. 3-58
Horn ........................................... 5-67
Storage Compartments .................... 6-127
Armrest box ............................. 6-128
Cargo securing loops ................ 6-128
Cargo sub-compartment ........... 6-129
Center console .......................... 6-128
Coin box ................................... 6-128
Glove box ................................. 6-128
Overhead console ..................... 6-127
Shopping bag hook .................. 6-129
Sunshade ........................................... 3-50
Sunvisors ........................................ 6-120
T
Tachometer ........................................ 5-39
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-35
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-56
Third-Row Seat ................................. 2-14
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-21
Tire Information ................................ 9-24
11-6
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