Mazda 2006 MPV Owner's Manual page 130

Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page130
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Before Driving Your Mazda
Driving Tips
WARNING
Mixing Tire Types:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling
could be greatly affected and result in
an accident. Use only the same size
and type tires (snow, radial, or non-
radial) on all four wheels.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
qTire Chains
Check local regulations before using tire
chains.
CAUTION
Chains may scratch or chip
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aluminum wheels. Install tire chains
on steel wheels only.
Chains may affect handling.
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Don't go faster than 50 km/h (30
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mph) or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is
lower.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps,
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holes, and sharp turns.
Avoid locked-wheel braking.
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Don't use chains on a temporary
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spare tire; it may result in damage to
the vehicle and to the tire.
Don't use chains on roads that are
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free of snow or ice. The tires and
chains could be damaged.
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Form No.8U61-EA-05G
Black plate (130,1)
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.
Installing the chains
1. Remove the wheel covers, or the chain
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).