2009 Mazda CX-9 Owner's Manual - Page 397

In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire WARNING Do not install the temporary spare tire in place of the front wheels (driving wheels): Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the front 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 the front wheel and install the temporary spare tire to the rear. NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire. The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used (page 5-29). To remove the spare tire 1. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. 2. Open the cargo sub-compartment. Refer to Cargo Sub-Compartment on page 6-148. 3. Remove the cover. CAUTION Ø When using the temporary spare tire, driving stability may decrease compared to when using only the conventional tire. Drive carefully. Ø To avoid damage to the temporary spare tire or to the vehicle, observe the following precautions: Ø Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). Ø Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, do not drive through an automatic car wash. This tire's diameter is smaller than a conventional tire, so the ground clearance is reduced about 25 mm (1 in). Ø Do not use a tire chain on this tire because it will not fit properly. Ø Do not use your temporary spare tire on any other vehicle; it has been designed only for your Mazda. Ø Use only one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time. Cover 4. Attach the socket to the spare tire carrier bolt, the jack lever to the socket, and the lug wrench to the opposite end of the jack lever. Lug wrench Jack lever Socket Bolt 7-5