snow chains MAZDA MODEL B4000 2003 Owners Manual

Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads.WARNING: When replacing full size tires, never mix radial
bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are
listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are
the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only
the tire combinations recommended on the label. If you do not
follow these precautions, your vehicle handling may be affected
which can lead to loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or
personal injury.
WARNING: Make sure that all replacement tires are of the
same size, type, load=carrying capacity and tread (e.g., “All
Terrain”, etc.), as originally offered by Mazda. Failure to do so
can result in tire failure and a serious accident.
WARNING: Do not replace your tires with “high performance”
tires or larger size tires.
WARNING: Failure to follow these precautions may adversely
affect the handling of the vehicle, and increase the risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates the
possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds
for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle
components.
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NOTE:Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use snow tires and chains, it is
recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and
specifications as those originally installed.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:
• Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels. Chains may chip the
wheels.
• Use only SAE Class S chains.
• Install chains securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any
wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.
Drive cautiously. If you hear the cables rub or bang against the
vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not work, remove
the cables to prevent vehicle damage.
• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use
tire chains on dry roads.
• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Mazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change) Mazda SAE 5W-
20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil2.3L engine 3.8L
(4.0 quarts.)
3.0L V6 engines 4.3L (4.5 quarts)
Mazda SAE 5W-
30 Super
Premium Motor
Oil 4.0L V6 engine 4.7L
(5.0 quarts)
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Tilt steering wheel ......................48
Tires ...........................151, 227–228changing ..................151–152, 155
checking the pressure ............228
replacing ..................................230
rotating ....................................229
snow tires and chains ............230
tire grades ...............................228
treadwear ................................227
Towing .......................................131 recreational towing .................137
trailer towing ..........................131
wrecker ....................................164
Traction-lok rear axle ...............118
Transfer case fluid checking .........................226
Transmission automatic operation ...............119
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................223
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................225
fluid, refill capacities ..............231
lubricant specifications ..235–236
manual operation ....................122
Turn signal ..................................40 V
Vehicle dimensions ...................236
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................238
Vehicle loading ..........................129
camper bodies ........................138
Ventilating your vehicle ...........115
W
Warning chimes ...........................16
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................195
Washing your vehicle ................176
Water, Driving through .............128
Waxing your vehicle .................176
Windows power .........................................49
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................47 checking and adding fluid .....195
checking and cleaning ..............47
replacing wiper blades .............48
Wrecker towing .........................164
2003 Mazda B Series (mbs)
New Owners Guide own2002 (own2002)
USA English (fus)
Index
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