tire pressure MAZDA MAZDA 2023 Owner's Guide

Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature
Grades
Tr ea d w ea r : 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.
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.
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

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Location of the Tire Label(Placard)
▼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 9-10.
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.
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.
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7. Repeat with each tire, including thespare.
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.
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 Maintenance
▼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 16,000 km (10,000 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.
1. 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 on page 9-10 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.
▼ 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.
1. New tread
2. Worn tread
3. Tread wear indicator

You should replace the tire before the
band crosses the entire tread.
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Ve h i c l e L o a d i n g
▼Ve h i c l e L o a d i n g
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.
Base Curb Weight is the weight of the
vehicle including a full tank of fuel
and all standard equipment. It does
not include passengers, cargo, or
optional equipment.

Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of
your new vehicle when you picked it
up from your dealer plus any
aftermarket equipment.

PAY LOA D
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▼Tire Pressure Monitoring System
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Vehicle InformationLabels
▼Ve h i c l e
Identification Number
The vehicle identification number
legally
identifies your vehicle. The
number is on a plate attached to the
cowl panel located on the left corner
of the dashboard. This plate can easily
be seen through the windshield.
▼ Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
Label (U.S.A. and Canada)
▼
Chassis Number
Open the cover shown in the figure to
check the chassis number.
▼Vehicle Emission Control
Information Label (U.S.A. and
Canada)
▼Tire Pressure Label
Specifications
Identification
Numbers
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Light bulbCategory
Wattage UN-R*1
Trunk light (4-Door) 5―
Luggage compartment light (5-Door) LED―
*1 UN-R stands for United Nations Regulation.
▼Tires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type
originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check the tire pressure label for tire size and
inflation pressure.
Refer to Tire Pressure Label on page 9-2.Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 6-33.
Standard tire
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
205/60R16 92H M+S 250 kPa (36 psi) 250 kPa (36 psi)
215/45R18 89V
M+S SKYACTIV-G 2.0,
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 250 kPa (36 psi) 250 kPa (36 psi)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 260 kPa (38 psi) 250 kPa (36 psi)
(Mexico)
Tire size Inflation pressure
Up to 3 persons ―Full load
205/60R16 92V Fron
t
250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 260 kPa (2.6 bar, 38 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 290 kPa (2.9 bar, 42 psi)
215/45R18 89W SKYAC-
TIV-G 2.0,
SKYAC-
TIV-G 2.5
Fron
t
250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 270 kPa (2.7 bar, 39 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 290 kPa (2.9 bar, 42 psi)
SKYAC-
TIV-G 2.5T Fron
t
260 kPa (2.6 bar, 38 psi) 270 kPa (2.7 bar, 39 psi)
Rear 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi) 290 kPa (2.9 bar, 42 psi)
1 person's weight: About 75 kg
Specifications
Specifications
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Temporary spare tire
Tire sizeInflation pressure
T125/70D16 96M
* １420 kPa (60 psi)
T125/80D16 97M
*2420 kPa (60 psi)
*1FWD*2AWD
Lug nut tightening torque
When installing a tire, tighten the lug nut to the following torque.
108―147 N·m (12―14 kgf·m, 80 ―108 ft·lbf)
▼Fuses
Refer to Fuses on page 6-39.
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Tra ffi c Sign Recognition
System (TSR)...................... 4-112
Ultrasonic sensor................ 4-221
360° view monitor............. 4-177
i-ACTIV AWD Operation........... 4-94
i-stop....................................... 4-11 Indicator light (Green).......... 4-16
i-stop OFF switch................. 4-14
Vehicle roll prevention
function............................... 4-15
Warning light (Amber).......... 4-16
i-stop warning beep.................. 7-46
J
Jack............................................ 7-3
Jump-Starting............................ 7-17
K
Keyless Entry System.................... 3-4
Keys........................................... 3-2 Key suspend function..............3-8
Transmitter............................. 3-5
Key Left-in-luggage Compartment/
Trunk Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function)........ 7-45
Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep
(With the advanced keyless
function)...................................7-45
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep.........................................7-44
Key Suspend Function................. 3-8
L
Label Information Chassis number...................... 9-2
Engine number....................... 9-3
Motor vehicle safety standard
label...................................... 9-2
Tire pressure label.................. 9-2
Vehicle emission control
information label.................... 9-2
Vehicle identification
number..................................9-2
Lane Departure Warning sound.. 7-47
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)...................................4-103
Lane-change Signals.................. 4-63
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) ...........
.............................................. 4-164
Leaving Home Light................... 4-61
Liftgate..................................... 3-20 Luggage compartment.......... 3-23
When liftgate/trunk lid cannot be
opened................................ 7-49
Liftgate Door-lock Switch Inoperable
Warning Beep........................... 7-45
Lights-on Reminder................... 7-43
Light Bulbs Replacement........................ 6-36
Specifications......................... 9-9
Low Fuel Warning Beep............. 7-46
Lubricant Quality......................... 9-5
Luggage Compartment.............. 5-48
Luggage Compartment Light...... 5-40
M
Maintenance Information............................ 6-2
Scheduled (Canada)............... 6-6
Scheduled (Mexico)................6-8
Scheduled (U.S.A. and Puerto
Rico)......................................6-4
Manual Transmission Shift
Pattern...................................... 4-38
Map Lights................................ 5-40
Mazda Connect........................ 5-15 Appendix............................. 5-29
Connected Service................5-37
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