2006 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 262
2006 Mazda RX-8 Manual
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RX-8_8U58-EA-05J_Edition1 Page262 Thursday, August 25 2005 4:59 PM Black plate (262,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 2. Mount the tire. 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. 4. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower the vehicle. Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown. WARNING Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident. In addition, lug nuts and bolts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque. If you're unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Nut tightening torque 88―118 N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) (9―12, 65―87) 7-16 Form No.8U58-EA-05J