2003 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 165

J07R_8R09_EA_02G.book Page 4 Monday, July 1, 2002 11:30 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire M Jack To remove the jack Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. Wing bolt Jack CAUTION To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to the vehicle, observe the following precautions: • Don't exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). • Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, don't drive through an automatic car wash. This tire's diameter is smaller than a conventional tire's, so the ground clearance is reduced about 25 mm (1 in). • Don't use a tire chain on this tire because it won't fit properly. • Don't use your temporary spare on any other vehicle; it has been designed only for your Mazda. • Use only one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time. (With limited slip differential) When using the temporary spare tire on the rear axle, replace it with a standard tire as soon as possible. The size difference between the spare and the standard tire will cause the limited slip differential to malfunction. To secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. M Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. 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 spares should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods. WARNING Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire on Ice or Snow: Driving with a spare tire on the rear (driving) wheels on ice or snow is dangerous. Handling will be affected. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Put the spare tire on the front axle and move a regular tire to the rear. 7-4 Form No. 8R09-EA-02G