2008 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 248

In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack To remove the jack 1. Open the tool box. The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods. Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods. WARNING Do not install the temporary spare tire in place of a driving wheel: Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the driving wheels is dangerous. Especially on ice or snow. Handling will be affected. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Move a regular tire to a driving wheel and install the temporary spare tire to the nondriving wheel. 2. Turn the jack screw counterclockwise. To secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. qSpare Tire A temporary spare tire is not equipped with your Mazda. If an emergency tire repair is needed, repair the flat tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). If you require a temporary spare tire, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. When installing a temporary spare tire, follow the manufacturer's instructions for the temporary spare tire. 7-4