2005 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 218

RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page218 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:12 PM Black plate (218,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 21. If the tire inflation pressure remains stable, the tire repair is complete. Drive the vehicle with care to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced. Changing the Tire 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. CAUTION l A tire that has been temporarily repaired with the tire sealant cannot be reused. Mazda recommends replacing the tire with a new one. The wheel can be reused after any sealant adhering to it is wiped off and carefully inspected. However, replace the tire valve with a new one. l qInspecting the IMS Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Inspect the emergency tire repair kit at regular intervals. l Check the tire sealant period of effective use. Check the operation of the tire compressor. CAUTION (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors. Do not use non-genuine wheels, otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors. l NOTE The tire sealant has a period of effective use. Check the period of effective use indicated on the bottle label and do not use it if it has expired. Have the tire sealant replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer before the period of effective use has expired. 7-12 Form No.8T69-EA-04G