Mazda 6 (2021 year). Manual in english

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Customer Assistance

In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following

information:

1. Your name, address, and telephone number

2. Year and model of vehicle

3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on

the upper driver's side corner of the dash)

4. Purchase date and current mileage

5. Your dealer's name and location

6. Your question(s)

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Mazda Importer/Distributors

▼ SAIPAN

Importer/Distributor

Pacific International Marianas, Inc.

▼ U.S.A.

(d.b.a. Midway Motors)

Mazda North American Operations

P.O. Box 887 Saipan, MP 96950

200 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 100

TEL: (670) 234-7524

Irvine, California 92618

P.O. Box 19734

Triple J Saipan, Inc.

Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A.

(d.b.a. Triple J Motors)

TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.)

P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487

(949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.)

TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051

▼ CANADA

▼ AMERICAN SAMOA

Mazda Canada Inc.

Polynesia Motors, Inc.

55 Vogell Road, Richmond Hill,

P.O. Box 1120, Pago Pago, American

Ontario, L4B 3K5 Canada

Samoa 96799

TEL: 1 (800) 263-4680 (in Canada)

TEL: (684) 699-9347

(905) 787-7000 (outside Canada)

▼ PUERTO RICO/U.S. Virgin Island

International Automotive Distributor

Group, LLC. (Mazda de Puerto Rico)

P.O. Box 191850, San Juan, Puerto Rico

00919-1850

TEL: (787) 641-1777

▼ MEXICO

Mazda Motor de Mexico

Mario Pani 400 PB, Col. Santa Fe

Cuajimalpa, Delegación Cuajimalpa de

Morelos, Ciudad de México, CP 05348

TEL: Center of Attention to Clients:

01 (800) 016 2932. in Mexico

▼ GUAM

Triple J Motors

157 South Marine Drive, Tamuning,

GUAM 96911 USA

P.O. Box 6066 Tamuning, Guam 96931

TEL: (671) 649-6555

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Reporting Safety Defects

Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury

or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety

Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda

Importer/Distributor).

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a

safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your

dealer, or Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda Importer/Distributor).

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236

(TTY:1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA,

1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC, 20590. You can also obtain other

information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.

NOTE

If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be

forwarded to:

Mazda North American Operations

200 Spectrum Center Drive Suite 100

Irvine, California 92618

P.O. Box 19734

Irvine, CA 92623-9734

Customer Experience Center or toll free at 1 (800) 222-5500

If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown (page

8-14) in this manual.

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Warranty

Warranties for Your Mazda

^ New Vehicle Limited Warranty

^ Powertrain Limited Warranty

^ Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty

^ Anti-perforation Limited Warranty

^ Federal Emission Control Warranty/California Emission Control Warranty

^ Emission Defect Warranty

^ Emission Performance Warranty

^ Emission Control Warranty

^ Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty

^ Tire Warranty

NOTE

Warranty information varies depending on the country. Refer to the Warranty Booklet for

detailed warranty information.

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Warranty

Outside the United States/Canada

Government regulations in the United States/Canada require that automobiles meet specific

emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United

States/Canada may differ from those sold in other countries.

The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive

satisfactory servicing in other countries. We strongly recommend that you NOT take your

Mazda outside the United States/Canada.

United States

However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for

use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle

modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (CMVSS).

Canada

However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda

vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with

specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle

Safety Standards (FMVSS).

NOTE

The above is applicable for a permanent import/export situation and not related to travelers

on vacation.

You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of the United

States/Canada:

^ Recommended fuel may be unavailable. Any kind of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will

affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine.

^ Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may not be

available.

Please refer to your Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet for more information.

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Warranty

Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except

United States and Canada)

Registering your vehicle in a foreign country may be problematic depending on whether it

meets the specific emission and safety standards of the country in which the vehicle will be

driven. Consequently, your vehicle may require modifications at personal expense in order

to meet the regulations.

In addition, you should be aware of the following issues:

Satisfactory vehicle servicing may be difficult or impossible in another country.

The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable.

Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be

unavailable.

There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your

vehicle.

The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries.

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Warranty

Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories

Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.

These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda

vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's

performance or safety systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this. Before you install

any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

WARNING

Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine parts or

accessories:

Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle's performance or

safety systems. This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries

in an accident.

Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as mobile

telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems:

Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an improper

installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-bag

(SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.

Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the

installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.

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Cell Phones

Cell Phones Warning

WARNING

Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in

vehicles in your country:

Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle

navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a

number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver's hands. Use of these devices will

cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is unable

to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area before use. If use of a cell phone is

necessary despite this warning, use a hands-free system to at least leave the hands free to

drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving

and, instead, concentrate on the full-time job of driving.

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Event Data Recorder

Event Data Recorder (U.S.A. and Canada)

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is

to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployment or

hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems

performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety

systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is

designed to record such data as:

^ How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

^ Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened;

^ How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and,

^ How fast the vehicle was traveling.

These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes

and injuries occur.

NOTE:

EDR data are recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash or near crash-like situation

occurs; no data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal

data (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) are recorded. However, other parties, such

as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying

data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or

the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law

enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access

to the vehicle or the EDR.

Mazda will not disclose any of the data recorded in an EDR to a third party unless:

^ A written agreement from the vehicle owner or the lessee is obtained

^ Officially requested by the police or other law enforcement authorities

^ Used as a defense for Mazda in a lawsuit, claim, or arbitration

^ Ordered by a judge or court

However, if necessary Mazda will:

^ Use the data for research on Mazda vehicle performance, including safety.

^ Disclose the data or the summarized data to a third party for research purposes without

disclosing vehicle or owner identification information.

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Recording of Vehicle Data

This vehicle is equipped with a computer which records the following main vehicle data

related to vehicle controls, operation, and other driving conditions.

Recorded data

^ Vehicle conditions such as engine speed and vehicle speed

^ Driving operation conditions such as accelerator and brake pedals, and information related

to the environmental circumstances while the vehicle is driven

^ Malfunction diagnosis information from each on-vehicle computer

^ Information related to controls of other on-vehicle computers

NOTE

The recorded data may vary depending on the vehicle grade and optional equipment. Voice

and images are not recorded.

Data handling

Mazda and its subcontracting parties may obtain and use the recorded data for vehicle

malfunction diagnosis, research and development, and quality improvement.

Mazda will not disclose or provide any of the obtained data to a third party unless:

^ An agreement from the vehicle owner (agreements from lessor and lessee for leased

vehicle) is obtained

^ Officially requested by the police or other law enforcement authorities

^ For statistical processing by a research institution after processing the data so that

identification of the owner or the vehicle is impossible

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)

This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway

Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature

performance.

▼ Tread Wear

The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested

under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.

For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-a-half times as well on the government

course as a tire graded 100.

The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however,

and may depart significantly from the norm because of variations in driving habits, service

practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

▼ Traction-AA, A, B, C

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the

tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified

government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction

performance.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and

does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak traction

characteristics.

▼ Temperature-A, B, C

The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire's resistance to the

generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions

on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire

life, and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.

Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet

under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher

levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.

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Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)

WARNING

Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded:

Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous. Excessive speed,

underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat

buildup and possible tire failure. The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire

that is properly inflated and not overloaded.

These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several

years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers.

The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary

with respect to grade.

ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND TO

ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE-SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

▼ UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder

and maximum section width.

For example:

TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA TEMPERATURE A

UTQGS MARK (example)

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Tire Labeling

Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of

all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire

and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of

a recall.

▼ Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires

Please refer to the sample below.

1. TIN: U.S. DOT tire identification number

2. Passenger car tire

3. Nominal width of tire in millimeters

4. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)

5. Radial

6. Run-flat tire

7. Rim diameter code

8. Load index & speed symbol

9. Severe snow conditions

10. Tire ply composition and materials used

11. Max. load rating

12. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades

13. Max. permissible inflation pressure

14. SAFETY WARNING

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation

of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and

load index rating may be different from the example.

Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated

by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).

NOTE

If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO

(European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing

Association).

215

“215” is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit number gives the

width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger

the number, the wider the tire.

“65” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width.

“R” is the tire construction symbol. R indicates “Radial ply construction”.

“15” is the wheel rim diameter in inches.

“95” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire

can support.

“H” is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of

the tire is rated.

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

99 mph

106 mph

112 mph

118 mph

124 mph

130 mph

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

149 mph

168^* mph

186^* mph

* For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For

tires with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR.

M S or M/S: Mud and Snow

AT: All Terrain.

AS: All Season. The “M S” or “M/S” indicates that the tire has some functional use in mud

and snow.

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)

This begins with the letters “DOT” which indicates the tire meets all federal standards. The

next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured, and the last four

numbers represent the week and year the tire was manufactured. For example, the numbers

457 means the 45st week of 1997. After 2000 the numbers go to four digits. For example,

the number 2102 means the 21th week of 2002. The other numbers are marketing codes

used at the manufacturer's discretion. This information is used to contact consumers if a tire

defect requires a recall.

Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used

The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire. In

general, the greater the number of plies, the more weight a tire can support. Tire

manufacturers also must indicate the tire materials, which include steel, nylon, polyester,

and other.

Maximum Load Rating

This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the

tire.

Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure

This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under

normal driving conditions.

Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades

Tread wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire

when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For

example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the

government course as a tire graded 100.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Traction: The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The grades

represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions

on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have

poor traction performance.

Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire's

resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under

controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

Snow Tires

In some heavy snow areas, local governments may require true snow tires, those with very

deeply cut tread. These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels. Make

sure you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other tires

on your vehicle.

SAFETY WARNING

The following safety warning appears on the tire's sidewall.

SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM:

^ EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING-MATCH

TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER; NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa) TO SEAT

BEADS-ONLY SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT TIRES.

^ TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER-INFLATION/OVERLOADING/

DAMAGE-FOLLOW OWNER'S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN

VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT FOR

DAMAGE.

▼ Information on Temporary Tires

Please refer to the sample below.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

1. Temporary tires

2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters

3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)

4. Diagonal

5. Rim diameter code

6. Load index & speed symbol

T115/70D16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation

of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and

load index rating may be different from the example.

Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated

by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).

115

“115” is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit number gives the

width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger

the number, the wider the tire.

“70” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width.

“D” is the tire construction symbol. D indicates “diagonal ply construction”.

“16” is the wheel rim diameter in inches.

“90” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire

can support.

“M” is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of

the tire is rated.

Letter Rating

Speed Rating

81 mph

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Location of the Tire Label (Placard)

You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important

information on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame.

SAMPLE

▼ Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure

On the tire label you will find the recommended tire inflation pressure in both kPa and psi

for the tires installed as original equipment on the vehicle. It is very important that the

inflation pressure of the tires on your vehicle is maintained at the recommended pressure.

You should check the tire pressure regularly to insure that the proper inflation pressure is

maintained.

Refer to Tires on page 9-8.

NOTE

Tire pressures listed on the vehicle placard or tire information label indicate the

recommended cold tire inflation pressure, measured when the tires are cold, after the vehicle

has been parked for at least 3 hours. As you drive, the temperature in the tire warms up,

increasing the tire pressure.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

WARNING

Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended

tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner's

manual:

Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.

Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in

severe cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and

increased risk of injury. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,

resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It results in unnecessary tire stress,

irregular wear, loss of control and accidents. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and

not appear to be flat!

It is impossible to determine whether or not tires are properly inflated just by looking at them.

▼ Checking Tire Pressure

1. When you check the air pressure, make sure the tires are cold ―meaning they are not

hot from driving even a mile.

2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire.

3. Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve.

4. Add air to achieve recommended air pressure.

5. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the

valve. Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge.

6. Replace the valve cap.

7. Repeat with each tire, including the spare.

NOTE

Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure.

8. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that

could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak.

9. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges, cracks or other

irregularities.

▼ Glossary of Terms

Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the

maximum weight the vehicle can carry.

Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing

information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size, and date of manufacture.

Inflation Pressure: A measure of the amount of air in a tire.

kPa: Kilopascal, the metric unit for air pressure.

psi: Pounds per square inch, the English unit for air pressure.

B-pillar: The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Original Equipment (OE): Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.

Vehicle Load Limit: The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and

cargo.

Bead Area of the Tire: Area of the tire next to the rim.

Sidewall Area of the Tire: Area between the bead area and the tread.

Tread Area of the Tire: Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's

mounted on the vehicle.

Seating capacity means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity

is described on the tire label.

Production options weight is the combination weight of installed regular production

options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace, and

not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty

brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.

Rim is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire

beads are seated.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Tire Maintenance

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here are

some important maintenance points:

▼ Tire Inflation Pressure

Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain

recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear. Use the

pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for optimum service.

▼ Tire Rotation

To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) at the latest or sooner

if irregular wear develops. Mazda recommends to rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) to

help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly.

Forward

Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY)

spare tire in rotation.

Inspect the tires for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a

combination of the following:

^ Incorrect tire pressure

^ Improper wheel alignment

^ Out-of-balance wheel

^ Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (page 9-8) and inspect the lug nuts

for tightness.

CAUTION

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs

only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated

from side to side.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

▼ Replacing a Tire

WARNING

Always use tires that are in good condition:

Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in

an accident.

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread.

Replace the tire when this happens.

Tread wear indicator

New tread

Worn tread

You should replace the tire before the band crosses the entire tread.

NOTE

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. You should replace

the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire. The

period in which the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit

number.

Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-26.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

▼ Safety Practices

The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivate

good driving habits for your own benefit.

^ Observe posted speed limits and drive at speeds that are safe for the existing weather

conditions

^ Avoid fast starts, stops and turns

^ Avoid potholes and objects on the road

^ Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking

CAUTION

If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or

vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until you can

safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tire for damage. If the tire is under-inflated or

damaged, deflate it, remove the tire and rim and replace it with your spare tire. If you cannot

detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to have the vehicle

inspected.

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Tire Information (U.S.A.)

Vehicle Loading

WARNING

Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:

Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a

trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.

This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to keep your loaded

vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly loading your vehicle will provide

maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize

yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings, from the

vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:

WARNING

Overloaded Vehicle:

Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious consequences

in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's suspension system can cause

spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure, handling or steering problems, irregular tire

wear, tire failure or other damage.

Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the distance

required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail completely, particularly

on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of the tire, its load

range, and corresponding inflation pressure.

Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the vehicle's

Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.

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Payload is the combination weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to

carry. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Load

Information label on the driver's door frame or door pillar. Look for “THE COMBINATION

WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg or XXX

lbs” for your maximum payload. The payload listed on the tire label is the maximum

payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant. If any aftermarket or dealer installed

equipment has been installed on the vehicle, the weight of the equipment must be subtracted

from the payload listed on the tire label in order to be accurate.

SAMPLE

CARGO

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Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and

optional equipment.

The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The cargo

weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from

the “combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed” value on the tire

label.

Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs), and a value of 385 kg (849

lbs) for the “combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed”:

The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) － 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg

(699 lbs)

The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg (849 lbs) － (68 × 2) kg ( (150 × 2)

lbs) = 249 kg (549 lbs)

If the weight of the occupant increases, the cargo weight limit decreases by that much.

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) -

including vehicle curb weight and all payload.

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried

by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance

Certification Label located on the driver's door frame or door pillar. The total load on

each axle must never exceed its GAWR.

GVW

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WARNING

Never Exceed Axle Weight Rating Limits:

Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could

result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling, performance,

engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of

control.

Always keep the vehicle within the axle weight rating limits.

GCW

GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW).

GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the

vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking

damage. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR.

WARNING

Never Exceed GVWR or GAWR Specifications:

Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous. Exceeding

any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, or damage to the

vehicle.

Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because

they may lower the vehicle's GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher

limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.

Never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.

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Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit-

(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never

exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard.

(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your

vehicle.

(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.

(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For

example, if the “XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers

in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.

(1400 － 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)

(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That

weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated

in Step 4.

(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your

vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and

luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

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