2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 201
2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Manual
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To remove the spare tire 1. Remove the trunk board. 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. Trunk board 2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise. 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. To secure the spare tire Perform the removal procedure in reverse. 7-5 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I