2005 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 241

Mazda MPV_8T50-EA-04G_Edition1 Page241 Monday, June 28 2004 4:0 PM Black plate (241,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing a Flat Tire NOTE 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift into Park (P) and turn off the engine. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. 5. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire (page 7-3). 6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. When blocking a wheel, place a block both in front and behind the tire. If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. l l Steering becomes difficult. The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. The vehicle pulls in one direction. l 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. NOTE NOTE When blocking a tire, use rocks or wood blocks of sufficient size to hold the tire in place. CAUTION If the jack leans towards the front or the rear when jacking up, lower the vehicle until the wheels are firmly on the ground. Then confirm that the parking brake is set, the shift lever is in Park (P), then push the blocks firmly under the blocked tire. Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it. 7-9 Form No.8T50-EA-04G