Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
Except Mexico

Mexico

Jack
To remove the jack
1. Open the trunk board.

2. Secure the trunk board by attaching the hook to the head restraint.
Without luggage compartment cover

With luggage compartment cover

3. Remove the jack.
To secure the jack
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.
Maintenance
• Always keep the jack clean.
• Make sure the moving parts are kept free from dirt or rust.
• Make sure the screw thread is adequately lubricated.
Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods. Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods.
WARNING
Do not install the temporary spare tire on the front wheels (driving wheels): Driving with the temporary spare tire on one of the front driving wheels is dangerous. Handling will be affected.
You could lose control of the vehicle, especially on ice or snow bound roads, and have an accident. Move a regular tire to the front wheel and install the temporary spare tire to the rear.
CAUTION
●When using the temporary spare tire, driving stability may decrease compared to when using only the conventional tire. Drive carefully.
● To avoid damage to the temporary spare tire or to the vehicle, observe the following precautions:
● Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).
● Avoid driving over obstacles.
Also, do not drive through an automatic car wash. This tire's diameter is smaller than a conventional tire, so the ground clearance is reduced about 10 mm (0.4 in).
● Do not use a tire chain on this tire because it will not fit properly.
● Do not use your temporary spare tire on any other vehicle, it has been designed only for your Mazda.
● Use only one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time.
To remove the spare tire
1. Open the trunk board.

2. Secure the trunk board by attaching the hook to the head restraint.
Without luggage compartment cover

With luggage compartment cover

3. Turn the spare tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise.

To secure the spare tire
Store the spare tire in the reverse order of removal. After storing, verify that the spare tire is stored securely.
Flat Tire
Changing a Flat TireBumper Stiffener Lower Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Seal board upper.
b. Front bumper.
c. Seal plate.
d. Front under cover No.1.
3. Remove bolts A.
4. Pull the bumper stiffener lower in the direction of the arrow (1), (2) shown
in the figure, detach hooks ...
Front Drive Shaft (Tripod Joint) Disassembly/Assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
1
Boot band (transaxle side (large diameter))
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter)) Disassembly Note.)
(See Boot Band (Transaxle Side (Large Diameter) ...
DSC Related Parts Sensor Initialization Procedure
WARNING:
If the initialization procedure is not completed, the DSC will not operate
properly and it might cause an unexpected accident. Therefore, after replacing
or removing the DSC HU/CM or SAS control module, make sure to perform the initialization
procedure to insure proper DSC ...