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Before Driving Your MazdaDriving TipsqSnow TiresUse snow tires on all four wheelsDon't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)while driving with snow tires. Inflatesnow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm 2 , 4.3 psi)more than recommended on the tirepressure label (driver's door frame), butnever more than the maximum cold-tirepressure shown on the tires.Your vehicle is originally equipped withall season radials designed to be used allyear around. In some extreme climatesyou may find it necessary to replace themwith snow tires during the winter monthsto further improve traction on snow andice covered roads.WARNINGMixing Tire Types:Using tires different in size or type isdangerous. Your vehicle's handlingcould be greatly affected and result inan accident. Use only the same sizeand type tires (snow, radial, or nonradial)on all four wheels.CAUTIONCheck local regulations before usingstudded tires.NOTEIf your vehicle is equipped with the tirepressure monitoring system, the systemmay not function correctly when usingtires with steel wire reinforcement inthe sidewalls (page 5-25).qTire ChainsCheck local regulations before using tirechains.CAUTIONl Chains may scratch or chipaluminum wheels. Install tire chainson steel wheels only.l Chains may affect handling.l Don't go faster than 50 km/h (30mph) or the chain manufacturer'srecommended limit, whichever islower.l Drive carefully and avoid bumps,holes, and sharp turns.l Avoid locked-wheel braking.l Don't use chains on a temporaryspare tire; it may result in damage tothe vehicle and to the tire.l Don't use chains on roads that arefree of snow or ice. The tires andchains could be damaged.NOTEIf your vehicle is equipped with the tirepressure monitoring system, the systemmay not function correctly when usingtire chains.Install the chains on the front tires.Don't use chains on the rear tires.Use only SAE Class “S” chains, and makesure they fit.4-10