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qReplacing a Tire
WARNING
Worn Tires:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
Always use tires that are in good
condition.
CAUTION
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
When replacing/repairing the tires or
wheels or both, have the work done by
an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire
pressure sensors may be damaged.
NOTE
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
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When tires with steel wire
reinforcement in the sidewalls are
used, the system may not function
correctly even with a genuine wheel.
Refer to System Error Activation on
page 5-25.
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Be sure to install the tire pressure
sensors whenever tires or wheels are
replaced.Refer to Tires and Wheels
on page 5-25.
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.
Replace the tire when this happens .
New tread
Tread wear indicator
Worn tread
You should replace it before the band is
across the entire tread.
NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It is
recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or older.
Heat caused by hot climates or frequent
high loading conditions can accelerate
the aging process. You should replace
the spare tire when you replace the
other road tires due to the aging of the
spare tire. Regarding the manufacturing
week and year is indicated with 4 digit.
Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-21.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Mazda3_8U55-EA-05G_Edition1 Page278
Tuesday, May 31 2005 1:20 PM
Form No.8U55-EA-05G