2005 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 263

RX-8_8T69-EA-04G_Edition1 Page263 Wednesday, June 9 2004 2:13 PM Black plate (263,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to check the tire condition every day, including whether the tires all look inflated properly. Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare í) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear. NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold. 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. l l l Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). qTire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)/8,000 km*(5,000 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops. During rotation, inspect them for correct balance. * Unique driving conditions for U.S.A., Canada and Puerto Rico NOTE Because your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation safely with the jack that comes with your vehicle. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. í Some models. 8-29 Form No.8T69-EA-04G