Vehicle Exterior Inspection
Inspecting the Tires
About Tires
For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution.
Do Not Use Tires Other Than The Specified Size. In Addition, Do Not Mix Different Types Of Tires.
Using tires with sizes other than the specified size or mixing different tire types is dangerous. It could compromise the vehicle's driveability, resulting in an accident. In addition, it could be in violation of the law.
Use the tire size indicated on the label applied to the door frame of the driver’s door while the door is open. Use only the same type tires on all four wheels.
Inspecting Tire Inflation Pressure
Always inflate the tires to the correct pressure.
Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous. Adverse handling or unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident.
Refer to Tires (Search).
Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve cap.
Use of a non-genuine part is dangerous as the correct tire air pressure cannot be maintained if the tire valve becomes damaged. If the vehicle is driven under this condition, the tire air pressure will decrease which could result in a serious accident. Do not use any part for the tire valve cap that is not a Mazda-genuine part.
Inspect all tire pressures monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, handling, and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the specification charts (Search).
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Cold inflation pressure
The cold inflation pressure is the pressure measured under ambient temperatures before the vehicle is driven.
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Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum inflation pressure is the upper limit of the cold inflation pressure designated by the tire manufacturer.
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Recommended inflation pressure
The recommended inflation pressure is the cold inflation pressure necessary for maintaining the performance of your Mazda.
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Underinflation or overinflation can cause a harsh ride, reduced fuel economy, a greater possibility of damage from road hazards, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim.
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Keep your tire pressure at the correct levels. If one frequently needs inflating, have it inspected.
Inspecting Temporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it is properly inflated and stored.
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Do not use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim.
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The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5,000 km (3,000 miles). The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions.
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The temporary spare tire is for limited use, however, if the tread wear solid-band indicator appears, replace the tire with the same type of temporary spare (Search).
The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction which is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire. This tire should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance.
Use the temporary spare tire only until the conventional tire is repaired, which should be as soon as possible.
Refer to Tires (Search).
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The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not been used.
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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. The period in which the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling (Search).
