Flat tire, Caution – Mazda 2009 RX-8 User Manual

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CAUTION

If there is air remaining in the tire
when the valve core is removed, the
valve core could fly out. Remove the
valve core carefully.

8. Turn the valve core counterclockwise

with the valve core tool and remove the
valve core.

Valve

Valve core

NOTE

Store the valve core in a place where it won't
get dirty.

9. Remove the plug from the injection

hose and insert the injection hose into
the valve.

Plug

Injection hose

10. Hold the bottom of the bottle upright,

squeeze the bottle with your hands,
and inject the entire amount of tire
sealant into the tire.

Valve

NOTE

The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase a
new tire sealant kit at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

11. Pull out the injection hose from the

valve. Reinsert the valve core into the
valve and turn it clockwise to install
it.

12. Attach the sticker that indicates

completion of the tire repair on a flat
outer surface of the repaired tire.

7-8

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

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