2002 Mazda 626 Owner's Manual - Page 168

J94S.book Page 8 Saturday, June 23, 2001 1:04 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Removing Dirt and Grime from Wheels, Hubs and Hub Bolts: When changing or replacing a tire, not removing dirt and grim from the mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident. Make sure the mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug nuts are clean before changing or replacing tires. 2. Mount the spare tire. 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. WARNING Applying Oil and Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident. In addition, lug nuts and bolts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque. 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle. Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown. If you're unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at a service station. Nut tightening torque: N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 90-120 (9-12, 65-87) 7-8 Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G