tire type MAZDA MODEL CX-3 2021 User Guide

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 on page 9-7.

CAUTION
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.
 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.
 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 (page 6-38).
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 8-25.
▼ Replacing a Wheel
WA R N I N G
Always use wheels of the correct size on
your vehicle:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous.
Braking and handling could be
affected,
leading to loss of control and an accident.
CAUTION
A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect:
 Tire fit
 Wheel and bearing life
 Ground clearance
 Snow-chain clearance
 Speedometer calibration
 Headlight aim
 Bumper height
 Tire Pressure Monitoring System
*
NOTE
When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original
factory wheel in diameter, rim width,
and offset (inset/outset).
For details, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Jack Flat tire belt
Jack lever
Spare tire hold-down bolt
Spare tire
With sub-woofer
Type A
Tiedown eyelet
Lug wrench
Jack
Jack lever
Spare tire hold-down bolt
Spare tire
Type B
Tiedown eyelet
Lug wrench
Some models.
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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Spare tire hold-down bolt
Tiedown eyelet
Jack
Spare tire
Jack lever Lug wrench
Spare tire hold-down bolt
Without sub-woofer
Tiedown eyelet
Jack
Flat tire belt
Spare tire
Jack lever Lug wrench
Type A
Type B
Some models.
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
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SignalWarning Action to be taken
(Amber)
Smart Brake Support/
Smart City Brake Sup ‐
port (SBS/SCBS)
Warning Light
*
The light turns on if the windshield or the
radar sensor are dirty, or there is a malfunc ‐
tion in the system. (Vehicles with type B audio)
Verify the reason why the warning light is
illuminated on the center display (page
7-26).
If the reason why th
e warning light is illu ‐
minated is due to a dirty windshield, clean
the windshield.
If the warning light is illuminated because
of a dirty radar sensor, clean the front em ‐
blem.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle in ‐
spected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Vehicles without type B audio)
If the reason why th e warning light is illu ‐
minated is due to a dirty windshield, clean
the windshield. For any other reasons,
have the vehicle inspected at an Author ‐
ized Mazda Dealer.

Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light (Turns on)
*
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light turns off.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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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 pave ment as measured under controlled conditions
on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have
poor traction performance.
Te m p e r a t u r e : 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 specif ied 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; NEVE R 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.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Light bulbCategory
Wat tage UN-R*1(SAE)
Side turn signal lights
*LED ― (― )
High-mount brake light LED― (― )
Rear turn signal lights 21WY21W (7443NA)
Rear side-marker lights Bulb type
5W5W (―)
LED type LED― (― )
Brake lights/Taillights Bulb type
21/5W21/5W (7443)
LED type LED― (― )
Reverse lights Bulb type
16W16W (921)
LED type LED― (― )
Taillights
*LED type LED― (― )
License plate lights 5W5W (―)
*1 UN-R stands for United Nations Regulation.
Interior light
Light bulb Category
Wa t t ag e UN-R*1
Overhead light (Front)/Map lights 8―
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Luggage compartment light 5―
*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 Inflation Pressure on page 6-36.
Standard tire
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
P215/60R16 94H 250 kPa (36 psi)240 kPa (35 psi)
P215/50R18 92V 250 kPa (36 psi)240 kPa (35 psi)
Specifications
Specifications
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