2005 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 284

Mazda MPV_8T50-EA-04G_Edition1 Page284 Monday, June 28 2004 4:0 PM Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: l l l l If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. Replace the tire when this happens. Tread wear indicator Incorrect tire pressure Improper wheel alignment Out-of-balance wheel Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (page 10-6) and inspect the lug nuts for tightness. New tread Worn tread 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. You should replace it before the band is across the entire tread. qTemporary Spare Tire Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it's properly inflated and stored. The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction. It is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire and should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance. Use the temporary only until the conventional tire is repaired, which should be as soon as possible. Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/ cm2 or bar, 60 psi). qReplacing a Tire WARNING Worn Tires: Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident. Always use tires that are in good condition. 8-28 Form No.8T50-EA-04G