2002 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 218

J16L_EA.book Page 8 Friday, February 22, 2002 11:34 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing a Flat Tire NOTE CAUTION • If you hear rattling from the spare tire carrier while the vehicle is moving, the spare tire carrier cable may be cut. Have it repaired at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. • When the spare tire carrier socket cap is screwed completely tight, the spare tire is locked in the highest position. If the spare tire carrier socket cap is not screwed completely tight and the cable is by chance cut, the spare tire could fall off. If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. • Steering becomes difficult. • The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. • The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire. Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous. WARNING Jacking a Vehicle: Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly. The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone. Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire, and never get under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack. Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a Jack: Allowing someone to remain in a vehicle supported by a jack is dangerous. The occupant could cause the vehicle to fall resulting in serious injury. Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack. 7-8 Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K