2002 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 161
2002 Mazda Miata MX-5 Manual
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J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To remove the spare tire Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench. Changing a Flat Tire NOTE 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. Lug wrench 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. 7-5 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F