Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual download pdf (Page 433)

The temporary spare tire is easier to

handle because of its construction which

is lighter and smaller than a conventional

tire. This tire should be used only for an

emergency and only for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until the

conventional tire is repaired, which should

be as soon as possible.

Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2

kgf/cm

2

or bar, 60 psi).

CAUTION

Ø Do not use your temporary spare

tire rim with a snow tire or a

conventional tir e. Neither will

properly fit and could damage

both tire and rim.

Ø The 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.

Ø The 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 9-22.

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

Ø A wrong-sized wheel may

adversely affect:

Ø

Tire fit

Ø

Wheel and bearing life

Ø

Ground clearance

Ø

Speedometer calibration

Ø

Headlight aim

Ø

Bumper height

Ø

Tire Pressure Monitoring

System

Ø (With Tire Pressure Monitoring

System)

Ø

When replacing/re pairing the

tires or wheels or both, have the

work done by an Authorized

Mazda Dealer, or the tire

pressure sensors may be

damaged.

Ø

The 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.

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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