Mazda CX-8 - Page 173


Drive slowly. Braking performance can
be adversely affected if snow or ice
adheres to the brake components. If this
situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.
▼
Snow Tyres
WARNING
Use only the same size and type tyres
(snow, radial, or non-radial) on all 4
wheels:
Using tyres dierent in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling could
be greatly aected and result in an
accident.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tyres.
Use snow tyres on all 4 wheels
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed for your snow tyres or legal speed
limits.
▼
Tyre Chains
Check local regulations before using tyre
chains.
CAUTION
Chains may
aect
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.
Avoid locked-wheel braking.
Do not use chains on a temporary spare
tyre; it may result in damage to the
vehicle and to the tyre.
Do not use chains on roads that are free
of snow or ice. The tyres and chains could
be damaged.
Chains may scratch or chip aluminium
wheels.
Install the chains on the front tyres only.
Do not use chains on the rear tyres.
Please consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Installing the chains
1. Secure the chains on the front tyres as
tightly as possible.
Always follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Retighten the chains after driving
1/2―1 km (1/4―1/2 mile).
Before Driving
Driving Tips
3-41
CX-8_8HJ9-EI-19E_Edition2_old 2020-4-15 13:00:04