2009 Mazda CX-9 Owner's Manual - Page 398

In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Slowly turn the lug wrench counterclockwise until the spare tire reaches the ground and the cable becomes loose. NOTE A flat tire which has been removed from the vehicle for repair cannot be carried in the spare tire carrier. Secure the flat tire with the flat tire belt in the cargo sub-compartment (page 7-11). 7. If the temporary spare tire is not reinstalled in the spare tire carrier, tighten the spare tire carrier bolt completely to wind up the spare tire carrier cable. Spare tire CAUTION Do not loosen the cable too much as this may cause damage to the spare tire carrier. 6. Rotate the small lever on top of the retaining plate and pull the retaining plate out from the center hole of the tire. WARNING Always tighten the spare tire carrier bolt completely tight and make sure the spare tire is locked in the highest position: A loose spare tire carrier bolt is dangerous. The cable could be cut causing the spare tire to fall off. This could result in someone being seriously injured or even killed. Use a lug wrench to tighten the carrier bolt and make sure to tighten it until a click sound is heard. 7-6