2002 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 184

J39L(02MY).book Page 12 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire (Sedan) WARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The wheel could wobble or come off. This could result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accident. Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts. Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident. Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them with metric nuts of the same configuration. Incorrect Tire Air Pressure: Driving on tires with incorrect air pressure is dangerous. Tires with incorrect pressure could affect handling and result in an accident. Don't drive with any tires that have incorrect air pressure. When you check the regular tires' air pressure, check the spare tire, too. 5. Store the damaged tire, using the conventional tire hold-down bolt supplied in the tool bag to hold it in place. Turn the tire clamp upside down from the temporary spare tire position. Have the damaged tire repaired as soon as possible. Conventional tire hold-down bolt Tire clamp (Hatchback) 6. Store the damaged tire, using the conventional tire hold-down bolt supplied in the tool bag to hold it in place. Have the damaged tire repaired as soon as possible. Conventional tire hold-down bolt Tire clamp NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them properly. 7-12 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F