2003 Mazda MAZDA6 Owner's Manual - Page 240

shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops. During rotation, inspect them for correct balance. NOTE • Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. • Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim. • Overinflation can produce a harsh ride and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards. Keep your tire pressure at the correct levels. If one frequently needs inflating, have it inspected. Front Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY) spare tire in rotation. Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: • Incorrect tire pressure • Improper wheel alignment • Out-of-balance wheel • Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (page 10-5) and inspect the lug nuts for tightness. CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side. 8-26 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I