Mazda 2002 Protege Owner's Manual page 91

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Use snow tires on all four wheels
Don't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph).
Inflate snow tires 28 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
psi) more than recommended on the tire
pressure label (driver's door), but never
more than the maximum cold-tire
pressure shown on the tires.
M Tire Chains
CAUTION
• Chains may scratch or chip
aluminum wheels. Install tire chains
on steel wheels only.
• Chains may affect handling.
• Don't go faster than 50 km/h (30
mph) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is
lower.
• Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
holes, and sharp turns.
• Avoid locked-wheel braking.
• Don't use chains on the temporary
tire; it may result in damage to the
vehicle and to the tire.
• Don't use chains on roads that are
free of snow or ice. The tires and
chains could be damaged.
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
Install the chains on the front tires.
Don't use chains on the rear tires.
Use only SAE Class "S" chains, and make
sure they fit.
Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F
Installing the chains
1. Remove the wheel covers, or the chain
2
, 4 bands will scratch them.
2. Secure the chains on the front tires as
tightly as possible. Always follow the
chain manufacturer's instructions.
3. Retighten the chains after driving
1/2—1 km (1/4—1/2 mile).
Before Driving Your Mazda
Driving Tips
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