Driving Tips

Hazardous Driving

Hazardous Driving

Hazardous Driving

 

Be careful when applying sudden regenerative braking on slippery surfaces:

The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.

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When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand, or similar hazards:

  • Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking.

  • Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering.

  • Do not pump the brakes. Continue to press down on the brake pedal.

    Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS) (Search).

  • For more traction in starting on slippery surfaces such as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels.

 

Use snow chains only on the front wheels.

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Winter Driving

Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire chains.

 

  • Chains may affect handling.

  • Do not 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.

  • Do not use chains on a temporary spare tire; it may result in damage to the vehicle and to the tire. Your vehicle is not equipped with a factory installed temporary spare tire.

  • Do not use chains on roads that are free of snow or ice. The tires and chains could be damaged.

  • Chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels.

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  • The tire pressure monitoring system may not function correctly when using tire chains.

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Install the chains on the front tires only.

Do not use chains on the rear tires.

Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Installing the chains

  1. Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible.

    Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.

  2. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2―1 km (1/4―1/2 mile).

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