Changing A Flat Tire - Mazda CX-9 2016 Owner's Manual

To secure the spare tire
Store the spare tire in the reverse order
of removal. After storing, verify that the
spare tire is stored securely.
CAUTION
(Vehicles with sub-woofer)
Secure the sub-woofer in its correct
position. If the sub-woofer is not
installed to the correct position, it
may move while the vehicle is driven
which may damage the sub-woofer
or the wiring harness.
Store the tool bag on the right side
of the vehicle. If the tool bag is stored
on the left side of the vehicle, it may
move while the vehicle is driven
which may damage the wiring
harness.
Refer to Spare Tire and Tool Storage on
page 7-3 .

Changing a Flat Tire

NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a at tire.
Steering becomes dif cult.
The vehicle begins to vibrate
excessively.
The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a at tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of traf c to change the tire.
Stopping in traf c or on the shoulder of a
busy road is dangerous.
WARNING
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure someone.
No person should place any portion
of their body under a vehicle that is
supported by a jack.
Never allow anyone inside a vehicle
supported by a jack:
Allowing someone to remain in
a vehicle supported by a jack is
dangerous. The occupant could cause
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury.
NOTE
Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.
1. Park on a hard, level surface off the
right-of-way and rmly set the parking
brake.
2. Shift into Park (P) and turn off the
engine.
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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