Mazda CX-3: Tires / Replacing a Wheel

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2023) Owner's Manual / Maintenance and Care / Owner Maintenance / Tires / Replacing a Wheel

WARNING

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.

Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it is properly inflated and stored. NOTE The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not been used...

Light Bulbs

WARNING Never touch the glass portion of a halogen bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around the bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous...

Other information:

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2023) Owner's Manual: Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire chains. CAUTION Chains may affect handling. Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended limit, whichever is lower. Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2023) Owner's Manual: Changing a Flat Tire

NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. Steering becomes difficult. The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire...