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Passenger compartment fuse panel

The fuse panel is located on the
right-hand side of the center
console, by the instrument panel.
Remove the panel cover to access
the fuses.

The fuses are coded as follows:

CIMS #594903

com_passenger-title.u204

itdseq=231

CIMS #1352241

com_passenger-j14

itdseq=232

art=204er102_a

art=mrner001_b

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2006 Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA (fus)

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Summary of Contents for 2006 Tribute

Page 1: ...ering wheel adjustment 46 Power windows 49 Mirrors 50 Traction control 51 Locks and Security 58 Keys 58 Locks 58 Anti theft system 65 Seating and Safety Restraints 70 Seating 70 Safety restraints 79 Airbags 95 Child restraints 111 Table of Contents 1 PAGE 1 OP root EDIT SESSION 6 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 T...

Page 2: ...204 Wrecker towing 210 Customer Assistance 212 Cleaning 223 Maintenance and Specifications 229 Engine compartment 238 Engine oil 241 Battery 245 Engine Coolant 247 Fuel information 253 Air filter s 267 Refill capacities 269 Engine data 271 Accessories 276 Table of Contents 2 PAGE 2 OP root EDIT SESSION 8 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff DIFF MARK...

Page 3: ...rization from MNAO MNAO may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2005 MNAO Table of Contents 3 PAGE 3 OP root EDIT SESSION 10 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Gu...

Page 4: ... is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING In the e...

Page 5: ...NG IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking in rules for your vehicle During the first 1 000 miles 1 600 km of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in SPECIAL NOTICES Event Data Recorder The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as the use of restraint s...

Page 6: ...ranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Using your vehicle as an ambulance WARNING Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with an ambulance preparation package Using your vehicle with a snowplow WARNING Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Your ve...

Page 7: ... post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 7 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 23 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff Introduction 7 ...

Page 8: ...e System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Revie...

Page 9: ...id Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Pressure Warning DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j...

Page 10: ...604091 com_info_guide j14 itdseq 14 DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 10 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 23 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CL...

Page 11: ...t 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 11 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 23 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff Instrument Cluster 11 ...

Page 12: ...ol pg 34 Manual tilt steering column lever pg 46 if equipped CIMS 1363788 j14_ipanelleft my05 itdseq 15 art j14ip1_j DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA f...

Page 13: ...ir conditioning control pg 32 if equipped CIMS 1363786 j14_ipanelright my05 itdseq 16 art j14ip2_j DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 13 OP root...

Page 14: ... vehicle The indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb If it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the light illuminates ...

Page 15: ...hion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check fuel cap Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position ...

Page 16: ...performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer Anti lock brake system ABS If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer Normal braking is still functional unless the brake system warning light also is ill...

Page 17: ... off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate have the transmission serviced soon or damage may occur Low tire pressure warning Illuminates when your tire pressure is low If the light remains ON at start up or while driving the tire pressure should be checked Refer to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter When the ignit...

Page 18: ... chapter Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door liftgate or liftgate window is open Turn signals Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to...

Page 19: ...let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter WARNING When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot CIMS 1341413 com_gauges j14 05 itdseq 18 art j14is302_c art j14is304_a art j14is306_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy ...

Page 20: ...e scale may damage the engine Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel Note The fuel filler door is located on the driver s side of the vehicle ...

Page 21: ... alternate between the time and the audio display The clock can be set at any time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position CIMS 1486771 com_audio title 06 itdseq 19 CIMS 1350101 com_mazda flycd itdseq 20 art j14cf782_c art j14cf757_a art j14cf756_a art j14cf755_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW ...

Page 22: ...t in scan mode normal play will resume where scan was selected DISP ESN Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability This enables you to view the song titles artist and further information The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed Satellite and instructions are included with the dealer installed kit AUTO M Auto memory tuning allows you to set stro...

Page 23: ...track at a high speed 8 Rewind In CD mode press and hold to reverse through a track at a high speed 9 PROG RDM Press during CD play for a random selection of songs Press again to disengage random play 10 RPT Press during CD play to listen to a selection repeatedly RPT will illuminate in the display and the current selection will be repeated Press again to disengage repeat play art j14cf785_a art j...

Page 24: ...you continue to press and hold the control the frequency will continue changing without stopping Release the control after a beep sounds TRACK Works in CD mode and allows you to skip forward to the beginning of the next track or back to the beginning of the current track APC Auto program control This feature works in tape mode and is not operational on this system art j14cf762_a art j14cf761_a art...

Page 25: ...eady capability if equipped 1 CD To begin CD play insert a CD into the slot label side up The system will load the CD and begin play after a short pause The disc and track number will illuminate in the display CIMS 1350102 com_mazda 6cdfly itdseq 21 art j14cf781_c art j14cf757_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NE...

Page 26: ...rrent time is flashing if neither H nor M is pressed and the clock control is pressed a second time the minutes will be set to 00 If the clock s current time setting is within the latter part of the hour from 30 to 59 min the hour setting will automatically advance one hour 4 Eject Press to eject the CD 5 SCAN DISP ESN AUTO M SCAN Press in radio or CD mode for a brief sampling of all listenable st...

Page 27: ...s A will appear in the display NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled 6 TUNE The TUNE control is a multi functional control which works in radio and CD modes to adjust the levels of bass treble balance fade mid range and beep off on Press to select the desired function Turn to adjust the desired levels TUNE also works ...

Page 28: ...tem on off Turn to adjust the volume 14 Memory presets Your audio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and 12 FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Select a frequency with the AM FM art j14cf764_a art j14cf763_a art j14cf762_a art j14cf761_a art j14cf751_a art j14cf770_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Ow...

Page 29: ...adio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability This enables you to view the song titles artist and further information The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and...

Page 30: ...a moderate temperature before playing Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 12 hours of play to maintain good sound operation Don t Expose tapes to direct sunlight extreme humidity heat or cold Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played CD CD player care Do Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Inspect di...

Page 31: ...t homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further information Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your authorized Mazda dealership DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 f...

Page 32: ...l and efficient May reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle 5 Rear defroster Press to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog The indicator light will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated Ensure that the ignition is in the 3 RUN position to operate The defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the 1 LOCK position To manually turn o...

Page 33: ...hat will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather 1 Select A C 2 Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort 3 Set the fan speed to the highest setting on the right for outside air 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side window...

Page 34: ...l the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate CIMS 555381 com_headlamp_stalk_title itdseq 25 CIMS 1115446 com_headlamp_control j14 itdseq 26 CIMS 1124037 com_brights mazda itdseq 27 CIMS 54762 com_flash_to_pass itdseq 28 art 204cf500_b art 204cf501_b art 204cf502_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 20...

Page 35: ...n the low beam or parking lamp position and the ignition key is in the ON position When the ignition is in the OFF position the fog lamp is deactivated even when the headlamp control is in the parking lamp or low beam position When the highbeams are activated the fog lamps will not operate Press the fog lamp control again to deactivate the fog lamps CIMS 222828 com_drl_title_ie itdseq 29 CIMS 7786...

Page 36: ...r screen at this height a piece of masking tape works well The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the headlamp lens 3 Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood Cover the left hand headlamp with an opaque cloth CIMS 689331 com_panel_dimm_title maz itdseq 33 CIMS 522921 com_panel_dimmer 204 itdseq 34 CIMS 600059 com_vert_aim j14 itdseq 35 art 2...

Page 37: ...ehicles 6 Move the opaque cloth to cover the right hand headlamp and repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the left hand headlamp 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal CIMS 555382 com_turn_indicator headlamp itdseq 36 art 207mc308_b art...

Page 38: ...and will remain illuminated for 25 seconds after the door is shut ON In this position the lamp will remain illuminated The map lamp controls without moon roof are located on the dome lamp Press the button on either side of each map lamp to illuminate the lamps Push the button again to turn off the lamps CIMS 54745 com_interior 02 itdseq 37 CIMS 588972 com_cargo dome_lamp 204 itdseq 38 CIMS 516481 ...

Page 39: ...ulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America to ensure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility Note The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park turn lamps front 2 3157 AK amber Headlamps 2 9003 HB2 Rear stop tail lamps 2 W21 5W CI...

Page 40: ...perform this task If you have difficulty with this procedure visit your local Mazda dealer WARNING Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its metal base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Always wear safety glasses when handling halogen bulbs CIMS 518523 c...

Page 41: ...retainer spring together releasing it from bulb hooks and rotate it away from the bulb art 204mc301_a art 204mc302_a art j14cf311_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own20...

Page 42: ...nd around the bulb to ensure the proper seal of the bulb 10 Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the bulb until it snaps Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement see your authorized dealer Replacing side repeater bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch to off 2 Carefully pry the lamp assembly away from the fender 3 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove ...

Page 43: ...rder Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1 Push the license plate lamp assembly to the right and remove the assembly located above the license plate from the liftgate 2 Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly and turn it clockwise 5 Install the lamp assembly on liftgate ...

Page 44: ...t and push in the new bulb To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order art 204mc308_a art 204mc309_a art 204mc310_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 200...

Page 45: ...on and release to get one wipe Windshield washer To activate the windshield washer pull control toward you Release control to stop washer fluid spray CIMS 1023808 com_multi lever 204 itdseq 45 art 204cf507_c art 204cf509_c art 204cf505_c art 204cf510_c DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners G...

Page 46: ... or down until you find the desired location 3 Pull the steering wheel release control up This will lock the steering wheel in position CIMS 523086 com_rear_washer 204 itdseq 46 CIMS 1127281 com_tilt steering j14 itdseq 47 art 204cf511_c art 204cf512_c art 204cf514_c art 204cf548_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19...

Page 47: ...ol to open the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features These include CIMS 1263566 com_visor_mirror 204 itdseq 48 CIMS 76878 com_title_overhead 02 itdseq 49 CIMS 614671 com_storage_overhead j14 itdseq 50 CIMS 75584 com_center itdseq 51 CIMS 1361701 com_center J14 itdseq 52 art towcf301_a...

Page 48: ... power point s over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC 180W To prevent the battery from being discharged do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running Cigarette Cigar lighter if equipped Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating this will damage the lighter element and so...

Page 49: ... quickly Press the top part of the switch to stop Note This feature will only operate the driver s side window Window lock The window lock feature disables all the power windows except the driver s To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s window press the right side of the control Note The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the window control is in the LOCKED pos...

Page 50: ...nd rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Fold away mirrors Carefully pull the outside mirrors inwards when driving through a narrow space like an automatic car wash CIMS 1041316 com_acc_delay j14 itdseq 59 CIMS 764576 com_mirror title itdseq 60 CIMS 10238...

Page 51: ...y traffic Slippery or winding roads Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed Don t use cruise control in these situations Setting cruise control speed control The controls for using your cruise control speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed ON OFF CIMS 83555 com_heatedmirror title ie i...

Page 52: ...disengage Resuming a set speed Press the RSM resume control and release it This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph 48 km h RSM CST SET ACC RSM CST SET ACC art ctocf511_b art ctocf512_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 200...

Page 53: ...e a set speed Press and hold the CST control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the CST control to operate the Tap Down function Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 mph 1 6 km h Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET ACC control RSM CST SET ACC RSM CST SET ACC RSM ...

Page 54: ...ase the control again to fully open To stop motion at any time during the one touch opening press the control again To close press and hold the front portion of the control To operate the moon roof vent position To open press and hold the front portion of the control This will open the vent To close press and hold the rear portion of the control NOTE If the battery is disconnected discharged or a ...

Page 55: ...s well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle WARNING Make sure that the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open ...

Page 56: ...dden braking or a collision and cause injury Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving LUGGAGE RACK The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lbs 45 kg evenly distributed on the cross bars If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load position it in the center or as far forward on the cross bars if equipped as possible Always use the adjustable tie down loops to secure the load T...

Page 57: ... 4 Slide the cross bar assembly off the end of the rail To reinstall the cross bar assembly if equipped to the roof rack side rails 1 Slide the cross bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails 2 Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar art j14cf740_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW...

Page 58: ...re Before starting ensure the ignition is in the 1 LOCK position and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete Steps 1 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 1 Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 ON position 2 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the 3 ON position to the 1 LOCK position 4 Pre...

Page 59: ... two step to one step door unlocking refer to Switching from two step to one step door unlocking later in this chapter Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock all the doors The park turn lamps will flash once and the perimeter alarm if equipped will start the arming process For more information concerning the perimeter alarm refer to Perimeter alarm system if equipped later in ...

Page 60: ...ence received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 33 feet 10 meters A decrease in operating range could be caused by weather conditions nearby radio tower...

Page 61: ...ition One step door unlocking If the one step door unlocking feature is activated press and release once to unlock all of the doors the liftgate and liftgate glass Note The interior lamps will illuminate refer to the Illuminated entry feature later in this section if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position and the perimeter alarm system if equipped will deactivate Switching from t...

Page 62: ...he 3 ON or 4 START position or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately 3 minutes Note The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1 LOCK or 2 ACCESSORY position Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitt...

Page 63: ...er reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized Mazda authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of four available before beginning this procedure Note If all remot...

Page 64: ... Turn the ignition to the 1 LOCK position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is tu...

Page 65: ...o purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all o...

Page 66: ... an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a no start condition Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle Tips A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle Only use SecuriLocky keys You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible If two previ...

Page 67: ...ey valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 LOCK position to the 3 ON position Keep the ignition in the 3 ON position for at least three seconds but not more than 10 seconds 9 Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and the...

Page 68: ...ach door and the liftgate are closed the park turn lamps will not flash if the hood any door or the liftgate are open Once all doors hood and liftgate are closed the park turn lamps will flash to confirm the alarm will be set When the vehicle is locked the alarm is set after a 20 second arming period When you press the control on the remote entry transmitter twice within three seconds the horn wil...

Page 69: ... of the vehicle to ensure the alarm disarms Press on the remote entry transmitter to disable the alarm the alarm will be disabled but the vehicle will remain in an armed state Turning the key in the ignition to the 3 ON or 4 START position Note The key must be a valid programmed coded key DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 1...

Page 70: ...udden braking or a collision could cause serious injury Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stopped WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop CIMS 1072391 com_seats 231nad itdseq 95 CIMS 907281 com_head j14 itdseq 96 CIMS 598102 com_front seats j14 itdseq 97 art dnoss526_a art dnoss527_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD ...

Page 71: ...m safety belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injury or in a rear end collision you could fly up and out of the vehicle For maximum protection sit well back and upright Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback art 204ss503_a art j14ss506_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guid...

Page 72: ...hicle is moving is dangerous because you don t get the full protection from safety belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injury or in a rear end collision you could fly up and out of the vehicle For maximum protection sit well back and upright WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take...

Page 73: ...at sensing system The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Move the front of the control up or down to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Move the rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward backward up or down art dnoss513_a art dnoss514_a art dnoss5...

Page 74: ...head or as close to that position as possible The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint CIMS 1108991 com_heated seat 204 itdseq 101 CIMS 75601 com_rear_seat_adjust itdseq 102 CIMS 690021 com_rear_head_restraints j14 itdseq 103 art expcf620_a art 204ss501_a art 204ss502_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Cha...

Page 75: ... folding the seat CIMS 691546 com_fold down j14 itdseq 104 art 204ss501_a art 204ss592_b art 204ss507_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 75 OP...

Page 76: ... for both 60 and 40 seatbacks NOTE When the seatback release lever is pulled slowly lower seatback to the flat position art 204ss508_d art 204ss591_b art 204ss593_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14...

Page 77: ...locked into place and the RED seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible art 204ss576_a art 204ss577_a art 204ss514_e DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2...

Page 78: ...ome dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision 3 Remove the head restraints stored under the front passenger seat and return them to the original position on the seat backs To remove the rear cushion 1 Lift the yellow tab to release the hinges 2 Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle art 204ss594_b art 204ss521_d DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide pos...

Page 79: ...icator lamp Front crash severity sensor Restraints Control Module RCM with impact and safing sensors Restraint system warning light and back up tone The electrical wiring for the airbags crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt usage sensors driver seat position sensor front passenger sensing system and indicator lights How does the Personal Safety SystemY work The Personal Safet...

Page 80: ... front it provides valuable information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact This allows your Personal Safety Systemy to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the dual stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners Driver s seat position sensor The driver s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety Systemy to tailor the d...

Page 81: ...er seat is empty and the safety belt is unbuckled or when a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and the safety belt is unbuckled When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has turned off the passenger s frontal airbag the pass airbag off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is off See Front passenger sen...

Page 82: ...nts crash sensor s safety belt pretensioners front safety belt buckle sensors driver seat position sensor and passenger occupant classification sensor In addition the RCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster A malfunction with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The warning light will either flash or stay lit The warning light will not illuminate...

Page 83: ...ne in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die or be seriously injured than a person wearing a safety belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt o...

Page 84: ...astened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle Load Limiter Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with a load limiter feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manne...

Page 85: ...nt to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph 8 km h or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode for use with child safety seats When to use the automatic locking mode I...

Page 86: ...hicle sensitive emergency locking mode If the safety belt is not coming out of the retractor when it looks to be fully retracted check to see if it might still be attached to the side of the vehicle by the snaps designed to keep it out of the way when you last put the rear seat into cargo configuration Refer to Returning the rear seats to upright position in this chapter CIMS 1369162 com_how use l...

Page 87: ...eze and hold the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down Release the buttons and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of inju...

Page 88: ...be replaced immediately even if there was no front seat occupant seated at the time WARNING Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident Front occupants could be seriously injured Never modify the components or ...

Page 89: ...ed shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Mazda recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was ...

Page 90: ...afety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off BeltMinderT The BeltMindert feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s safety belt is unbuckled The BeltMindert feature uses in...

Page 91: ...dert feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled The driver s or front passenger s safety belt becomes unbuckled for approximately 1 minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 5 km h 3 mph and more than 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ign...

Page 92: ...ty belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks 9Traffic is light9 Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around 9Belts wrinkle my clothes9 Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted 9The people I m with don t wear belts9 Set t...

Page 93: ...e time disable Deactivating activating the BeltMinderT feature The driver and front passenger BeltMindert are deactivated activated independently When deactivating activating one seating position do not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The driver and front passenger BeltMi...

Page 94: ...le then unbuckle the safety belt This will disable the BeltMindert feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds This will enable the BeltMindert feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled As confirmation the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second f...

Page 95: ...vided WARNING Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraint systems WARNING National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches 25 cm between an occupant s chest and the driver airbag module CIMS 599046 com_air bag systems j14 itdseq 127 CIMS 600051 com_imp_ab precautions j1...

Page 96: ...ervice repair or modify the Airbag Supplemental Restraint Systems or its fuses See your authorized Mazda dealership WARNING Modifications to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure tow hooks and snow plows may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle WARNING Additional equipment may af...

Page 97: ...when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal col...

Page 98: ...portant that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control WARNING Several airbag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation or you may be burned WARNING If the airbag and safety belt pretensioners have deployed the airbag and safety belt pretensioners will not function again and must be replaced i...

Page 99: ...nce of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger s frontal airbag should be enabled may inflate or disabled will not inflate The front passenger sensing system will disable will not inflate the front passenger s frontal airbag if the front passenger seat is unoccupied or has small medium objects in the front seat the system determines that an infant is present in a rear facin...

Page 100: ... to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not lit then turn the vehicle off remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer s instructions The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable may inflate the front passenger s frontal ai...

Page 101: ...rly seated occupant sits upright leaning against the seat back and centered on the seat cushion with their feet comfortably extended on the floor Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event For example if an occupant slouches lies down turns sideways sits forward leans forward or sideways or puts one or both feet up the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased...

Page 102: ...hanging off the seat back Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket if equipped Objects placed on the occupant s lap Cargo interference with the seat Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the front passenger sensing s...

Page 103: ...take the following steps to remove the obstruction Pull the vehicle over Turn the vehicle off Driver and or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat Remove the obstruction s if found Restart the vehicle Wait at least 2 minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is no longer illuminated If the airbag readiness...

Page 104: ... A malfunction with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beep sounds will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS se...

Page 105: ... The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the airbag SRS its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag See an authorized dealer WARNING All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided CIMS 440908 com_side_title ie itdseq 133 CIMS 960721 com_airb...

Page 106: ...ks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the airbag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated If the front passenger sensing system detects an empty seat the front passenger seat mounted side airbag will be deactivated The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air...

Page 107: ...in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front airbag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat per...

Page 108: ...ING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side curtain airbags if equipped fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing side curtain airbags See your authorized Mazda dealer WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and side curtain airbags if equipped are provided CIMS 1366966 com_cur...

Page 109: ...ronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags Two crash sensors mounted at lower B Pillar one on each side Two crash sensors located at the c pillar behind the rear doors one on each side Rollover sensor in the restraints control module RCM The side curtain airbags if equipped in combination with safety belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significa...

Page 110: ...the side window area and occupants to further enhance protection provided in side impact collisions and rollover events The fact that the side curtain airbags if equipped did not activate in a collision does not mean that there is a malfunction with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation The side curtain airbags if equipped are designed to inflate...

Page 111: ...termittently have the SRS serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles For disposal of safety belt pretensioners airbags or airbag equipped vehicles see your authorized Mazda dealership Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel WARNING Disposing of ...

Page 112: ...ho are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child sh...

Page 113: ...at Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big e...

Page 114: ...of ear level above the top of the seat In this case use a high backed booster seat Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb art mbsss109_a art ...

Page 115: ...ld never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with lap shoulder belts in the back seat the safest place for children to ride WARNING Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat WARNING Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increas...

Page 116: ...ght position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode Mazda recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps WARNING Carefully follow all of...

Page 117: ...rly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together CIMS 599473 com_installing_seat j14 itdseq 149 art f12ss008_a art f12ss009_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE ...

Page 118: ...the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode art f12ss010_a art 204ss578_a art f12ss012_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Ch...

Page 119: ...child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap The rear seating positions of your vehicle are equipped with buil...

Page 120: ...er the top of the seatback 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position NOTE There are three tether anchors located on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision ...

Page 121: ...her anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation as shown in the illustration There are none in the front passenger seat The anchors closest to the center rear seat are provided primarily for child seats at the outboard seating positions These anchors are farther apart than the pairs of lower anchors for child seat ...

Page 122: ...us injury or death The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments WARNING Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not...

Page 123: ... being injured in a crash greatly increases DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 123 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 fo...

Page 124: ...upants must wear safety belts and children infants must use appropriate restraints to minimize the risk of injury or ejection Study your Owner s Guide and any supplements for specific information about equipment features instructions for safe driving and additional precautions to reduce the risk of an accident or serious injury VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD and AWD Systems if equipped A vehicle equi...

Page 125: ...won t stop any faster than two wheel drive vehicles Always drive at a safe speed How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can differ from some other vehicles in a few noticeable ways Your vehicle may be Higher to allow higher load carrying capacity and to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components Shorter to give it the capabil...

Page 126: ...c tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Mazda to give you the f...

Page 127: ... tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire ...

Page 128: ...pressure found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door Bead area of the tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall of the tire Area between the bead area and the tread Tread area of the tire Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts t...

Page 129: ...o be flat Always inflate your tires to the Mazda recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire The Mazda recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Failure to follow the tire pressure recommendations can...

Page 130: ...enter of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 4 Replace the valve cap 5 Repeat this procedure for each tire including the spare Note Some spare tires operate at a higher inflation pressure than the other tires For T type mini spare tires see T Type Mini Spare Tire Information section for description Store and maintain at 60psi 4 15 bars For Full Size and Dissimilar spare tires ...

Page 131: ...same height as these wear bars the tire is worn out and must be replaced Damage Periodically inspect the tire treads and sidewalls for damage such as bulges in the tread or sidewalls cracks in the tread groove and separation in the tread or sidewall If damage is observed or suspected have the tire inspected by a tire professional Tires can be damaged during off road use so inspection after off roa...

Page 132: ...or all season versus all terrain as those originally provided by Mazda Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death Additionally the use of non recommended tires and wheels could cause steering suspension axle or transfer case powe...

Page 133: ...the speedometer Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there s always the possibility that you may eventually have a flat tire on the highway Drive slowly to the closest safe area out of traffic This may further damage the flat tire but your safety is more important If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged imme...

Page 134: ...res with new ones this is an ideal time to perform an alignment New tires should be balanced at the time they are installed Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval as indicated in the Scheduled maintenance section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter will help your tires wear more evenly providing better tire performance and longer tire life Front Wheel Drive FWD veh...

Page 135: ...be used in a tire rotation Note After having your tires rotated inflation pressure must be checked and adjusted to the vehicle requirements INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL Both U S and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire a...

Page 136: ...ew wheel diameter 6 95 Indicates the tire s load index It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry You may find this information in your Owner s Guide If not contact a local tire dealer Note You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law 7 H Indicates the tire s speed rating The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed...

Page 137: ...lt For example the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example 2501 means the 25th week of 2001 The numbers in between are identification codes used for traceability This information is used to contact customers if a tire defect requires a recall 9 M S or M S Mud and Snow or AT All Terrain or AS All Season 10 Tire Ply Composition and Material Used In...

Page 138: ...f heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel 13 Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Indicates the tire manufacturers maximum permissible pressure and or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer s recommended cold inflation pressure which...

Page 139: ...e pressure when the tire is used as a dual defined as four tires on the rear axle a total of six or more tires on the vehicle 4 Maximum Load Single lb kg at psi kPa cold Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single defined as two tires total on the rear axle CIMS 1272098 com_lt tire information itdseq 176 art f23mc120_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus...

Page 140: ... type tire R Indicates a radial type tire 5 16 Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches If you change your wheel size you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter Location of the tire label You will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B Pillar or the edge of the driver s door Refer to the paylo...

Page 141: ...aintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful inter...

Page 142: ...ompliance Certification Label approximately 6 to 9 psi below the manufacturer s recommend tire pressure If the tire pressure increases 2 psi above the Light ON threshold then the TPMS light will turn OFF Once the light is illuminated your tires are under inflated and need to be inflated to the manufacturer s recommended tire pressure Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF your...

Page 143: ...on When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners ...

Page 144: ... two minutes over 20 mph 32 km h before the light will turn OFF Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use Repair the damaged road wheel tire and reinstall it on the vehicle to restore system functionality For a description on how the system functions refer to Changing Tires with TPMS in this section TPMS malfunction If your tires are properly inflated and your spare tire is not in use ...

Page 145: ...ay take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph 32 km h for the light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure If your vehicle has been parked for over 30 minutes the sensors go into a low power mode to conserve battery life and therefore only transmit about once every 6 hours If you inflate your tires under these conditions it may take up to two minutes of dr...

Page 146: ... vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires Turn the ignition to the OFF position Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure WARNING The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure The tire pressure should be checked periodically at least monthly using an accurate tire gauge see Inspecting and inflating your tire...

Page 147: ...n its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Safety Compliance Certification Label Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle includ...

Page 148: ... the payload listed on the Tire Label in order to determine the new payload WARNING The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limited either by volume capacity how much space is available or by payload capacity how much weight the vehicle should carry Once you have reached the maximum payload of your vehicle do not add more cargo even if there is space available Overloading or improp...

Page 149: ... each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload art ecogf501_a art ecogf500_a art f23gf112_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA f...

Page 150: ...n and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of control and personal injury Note For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers art f23gf113_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt...

Page 151: ...the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle The GCW must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XX RC XX DSO WB BRK INT TR TP PS R AXLE...

Page 152: ...o not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations WARNING Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Steps for determining the correct load limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passen...

Page 153: ...io you have been planning for the past 2 years Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down you have room for 12 100 lb 45 kg bags of cement Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb 99 kg the calculation would be 1400 2 x 220 12 x 100 1400 440 1200 240 lb No you do not have enough cargo capacity to carry th...

Page 154: ...pplied by the trailer rental or sales company and study the unique requirements of each trailer you intend to tow Stay within your vehicle s load limits Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer...

Page 155: ...ined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR The Tribute is capable of pulling the maximum trailer weight s as specified above Certain states require electric trailer brakes for trailers over a specified weight The Tribute vehicle electrical system is not equipped to accommodate electric trailer brakes 4x4 GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Wei...

Page 156: ...ecified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of control personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your authorized Mazda dealer Hitches Do...

Page 157: ...ing Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle s tail lamps This can cause damage to your vehicle s electrical system See your authorized Mazda dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Driving while you tow When towing a trailer Keep your speed no faster than 70 mph 112 km h during the first 500 miles 800 km of towing a trailer a...

Page 158: ... km h with no full throttle starts After you have traveled 50 miles 80 km thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or N Neutral manual transmissions Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade...

Page 159: ...damage If your vehicle is automatic transaxle equipped and 4WD all wheel drive recreational towing is permitted only if the vehicle is trailered with all four 4 wheels off the ground Otherwise no recreational towing is permitted If your vehicle is manual transaxle equipped and 2WD or 4WD shifting the transaxle into neutral permits flat towing all wheels on the ground for pulling behind a motorhome...

Page 160: ...in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire WARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed ga...

Page 161: ...buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift is in P Park P R N D 2 1 CIMS 599549 com_imp precautions j14 itdseq 199 art 204gf012_a art 2...

Page 162: ...lease as soon as the engine starts The key will return to 3 RUN 2 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake shift into gear and drive Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to 1 LOCK wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and try again this will CIMS 1139251 com_start j14 itdseq 200 art f...

Page 163: ...certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least once inch 2 5 cm Adjust the heating or air conditi...

Page 164: ... dust salt or mud If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS Since your vehicle is equipped with an Anti lock Braking System ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking ev...

Page 165: ...ehicle to a controlled stop NOTE We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique However avoid taking any unnecessary risks ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up remains on or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS li...

Page 166: ...ng distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected To release the parking brake the brake handle may need to be pulled up slightly 1 to release pressure before pushing in the button 2 Push the button on the end of the parking brake handle and push the handle down as far as possible Driving with the parking brake applied will cause the brakes to wear out q...

Page 167: ... special design and equipment features to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of circumstances These special design features such as larger tires and increased ground clearance give the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as u...

Page 168: ...ding section in this chapter AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the RUN position unless brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the RUN position and the brake pedal...

Page 169: ...ps are working WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized dealer as soon as possible P R N D 2 1 art 204gf00...

Page 170: ...g to reset your radio stations when your vehicle battery has been disconnected The Adaptive Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating parameters This learning process could take several transmission upshifts and downshifts during this learning process slightly firmer shifts may occur After this learning process normal shift feel and shift scheduling will resume P Par...

Page 171: ...est fuel economy Transaxle operates in gears one through four D Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the O D OFF switch on the side of the gearshift lever This will illuminate the O D OFF light and deactivate the overdrive Drive O D OFF switch pressed Drive is activated when the O D OFF switch is pressed This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive O D OFF light is illuminated P...

Page 172: ...ff the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running If you do not take these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone Forced downshifts Allowed in D Overdrive or Drive Depress the accelerator to the floor Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck...

Page 173: ...ing the accelerator pedal turn the ignition to position 4 START release the ignition as soon as the engine starts 5 Let the engine idle for a few seconds 6 Release the brake pedal then slowly release the clutch pedal while pressing down slowly on the accelerator pedal 1 2 4 R 3 5 CIMS 689661 com_man taxle j14 itdseq 216 CIMS 1256831 com_using clutch j14 itdseq 217 art ctogf101_a art 204gf001_a art...

Page 174: ...t the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse Note You can shift into R Reverse only by moving the gearshift lever from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth gears before you shift into R Reverse This is a special lockout feature which prevents you from shifting into R Reverse when you downshift from 5 Fifth 1 2 4 R 3 5 CIMS 1256832 com_shift...

Page 175: ...om_parking j14 itdseq 220 art ctogf101_a art 204gf012_a art ctogf103_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 175 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 1...

Page 176: ...well as off road and winter driving During very extreme off road events the 4WD system has a heat protection mode to protect itself from damage If the system detects an overheat condition it will enter a locked mode If the heat in the 4WD system continues to rise in locked mode it will disable itself To exit heat protection mode simply stop the vehicle and allow it to cool for five minutes with th...

Page 177: ...before driving Map out your route before driving in the area To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling not sliding or spinning Basic operating principles Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery...

Page 178: ... forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat WARNING Always set the parking brake ...

Page 179: ...re not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death If the vehicle goes from one...

Page 180: ... direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts halfshafts and tires Excess mud on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components NOTE If the transaxle Power Take Off unit or rear axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving...

Page 181: ...over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer When climbing a steep slope or hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling If you do stall out Do not try to turnaroun...

Page 182: ...s well Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice it won t stop any faster because as in other vehicles braking occurs at all four wheels Do not become overconfident as to road conditions Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower gears In emergency ...

Page 183: ...nd passenger safety Frequent inspection of vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to heavy off road usage DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims for cars or the bottom of the hubs for trucks When...

Page 184: ... switch may have been activated This switch is located in the front passenger s footwell by the kick panel access cover To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition OFF 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 Remove the kick panel access cover located in the front passenger s footwell 4 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 5 Turn the ignition ON 6 Wait a few seconds a...

Page 185: ...e 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black 15 CIMS 55291 com_fuses relays 01 itdseq 228 CIMS 55297 com_fuse 01 itdseq 229 CIMS 55301 com_fuse_amp_rating 01 itdseq 230 art...

Page 186: ...nger title u204 itdseq 231 CIMS 1352241 com_passenger j14 itdseq 232 art 204er102_a art mrner001_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 186 OP roo...

Page 187: ...gnostic connector Power mirror switch Radio 8 Not used 9 30A Power door locks Power seats 10 15A Heated mirrors 11 15A Sunroof 12 Not used 13 Not used 14 Not used 15 30A Power windows 16 15A Subwoofer 17 15A Low beams 18 10A 4WD 19 Not used 20 15A Horn 21 10A Rear wiper motor Rear wiper washer 22 10A Instrument cluster DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tr...

Page 188: ... Evac and Fill Speed control 35 5A Heated seats module 4WD Mini fuse Cartridge fuse Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads CIMS 80786 com_power dist title itdseq 233 art 204er500_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owne...

Page 189: ...Headlamp power 3 25A High beams Turn signals Interior lamps Headlamp power 4 5A Keep Alive Power KA PWR 5 15A Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen HEGO sensors 6 20A Fuel pump 7 40A RUN ACC relay Cigar lighter Front and rear wipers 8 30A Powertrain Control Module PCM Injectors and coil 9 15A Alternator 10 30A Heated seats CIMS 614104 com_power box j14 itdseq 234 art 204er004_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 200...

Page 190: ...40A Rear defroster Park lamps relay 24 40A I4 High Low speed fan 50A V6 25 Shunt R2 PCM relay R3 Fuel pump relay R4 Cooling fan relay R5 High Low speed fan relay 1 R6 Blower motor relay R7 Starter relay R8 High Low speed fan relay 2 R9 Fog lamps relay R10 A C relay D1 Not used D2 A C diode DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 ...

Page 191: ...ure monitor sensor becomes damaged it will no longer function Dissimilar spare tire wheel information WARNING Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control injury or death If you have a dissimilar spare tire wheel then it is intended for temporary use only This means that if you need to use it you should replace it as soon as possible with a road t...

Page 192: ...ce and parking at curbs Winter weather driving capability Wet weather driving capability For vehicles equipped with 4WD it is not recommended that the vehicle be operated in 4WD modes with a temporary emergency spare tire If 4WD operation is necessary do not operate above speeds of 10 mph 16 km h or for distances above 50 miles 80 km 3 Full size dissimilar spare without label on wheel When driving...

Page 193: ... damage to the TPMS sensor refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS in the Tires Wheels and Loading chapter Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible During the repairing or replacing of the flat tire have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from mo...

Page 194: ...nsmission 2 Set the parking brake and turn engine off 3 Block the diagonally opposite wheel Removing the jack and tools Non cargo management system if equipped The jack and tools are located under the carpeted hardboard Pull back the carpet away from the lift gate and remove the hardboard cover art 204gf012_a art naver301_b art 204er508_c DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide p...

Page 195: ...an access panel Cargo management system if equipped The jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo area behind an access panel art 204er509_c art 204er103_c DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Trib...

Page 196: ... 1 Insert the lug wrench through the access hole in the rear bumper 2 Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack 3 Slide the retainer through the center of the wheel art 204er510_a art 204er104_a art 204er107_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW...

Page 197: ...he installed position 7 Use the attached Velcro strap 2 to tie the tether end to the winch actuator shaft if equipped art 204er010_b art 204er011_c art 204er010_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 O...

Page 198: ...e NOTE the jack locations Front art viler304_a art 204er105_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 198 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at...

Page 199: ...r the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 10 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench art 204er106_a art viler306_a art dewer303_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006...

Page 200: ...ions later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification 14 Cargo management system if equipped Reclip the tools onto the jack Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area To replace the jack in the vehicle 1 4 3 2 5 art viler305_a art 204er104_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fu...

Page 201: ...buckle Ensure that the jack and tools are oriented as illustrated Stowing the flat spare tire Note Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or loss of spare tire If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether perform these steps first then proceed with the steps following CIMS 1362906 com_stow tire j14 itdseq 238 art 204e...

Page 202: ... tire with one hand keep the rear of the tire tilted down until the tire clears the bumper 6 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly seated under the vehicle Loosen and retighten if necessary Make sure that the tire does not contact the bumper WARNING Failure to stow the spare tire may result in the failure of the winch cable and th...

Page 203: ...verheating and you experience power loss you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine is probably too hot If this happens 1 Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Shift the automatic transmission into P Park or the manual transmission into the neutral position and apply the parking brake 3 Turn off the air conditioner WARNING Steam from an overheated engine is...

Page 204: ...eat or frequently overheats have the cooling system inspected The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made JUMP STARTING WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Do not push start your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid w...

Page 205: ...remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure the vent caps are tight and level Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the ass...

Page 206: ...g battery art coner702_a art coner701_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 206 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_p...

Page 207: ...engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables CIMS 52575 com_jump_starts itdseq 244 art coner700_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy ...

Page 208: ...er cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery CIMS 52576 com_removing cables itdseq 245 art coner700_a art coner701_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 ...

Page 209: ...allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions art coner702_a art coner703_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market ...

Page 210: ... that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle without access to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle regardless of powertrain configuration can be flat towed ...

Page 211: ...35 mph 56 km h DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 211 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 J...

Page 212: ...an Operations by one of the following ways Log on at www mazdaUSA com Answers to many questions including how to locate or contact a local Authorized Mazda Dealership in the U S can be found here By email at www mazdaUSA com Click on CONTACT US at the bottom of the home page By phone at 1 800 222 5500 By letter at Attn Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Ir...

Page 213: ...he Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance ask the authorized dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative If more expedient contact Mazda Canada Inc Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements STEP 3 Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department If still not substantially satisfied contact the Customer Relations Depar...

Page 214: ... results are fast fair and final as the award is binding on both you and Mazda Canada Inc Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealerships If a specific item of concern arises where a solution cannot be reached between an owner Mazda and or one of it s authorized dealers that all parties cannot agree upon the owner may wish to use the service...

Page 215: ...ll Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Authorized Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way t...

Page 216: ... efficiently as possible That is our goal If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required t...

Page 217: ...of the nonconformity at the following address Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 MAZDA IMPORTERS DISTRIBUTORS U S A Importer Distributor Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 TEL 1 800 222 5500 in U S A 949 727 1990 outside U S A Distributor in each area CANADA Mazda Canada Inc 55 ...

Page 218: ...l Warranty if applicable Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda portfolio Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards Therefore vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in ot...

Page 219: ...use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada However in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation ...

Page 220: ...installing improper add on equipment or choosing an improper installer could be dangerous Essential systems could be damaged causing engine stalling air bag SRS activation ABS inactivation or a fire in the vehicle Be very careful in choosing and installing add on electrical equipment such as mobile telephones two way radios stereo systems and car alarm systems Mazda assumes no responsibility for d...

Page 221: ... notifying your Mazda importer distributor If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your authorized dealer or your Mazda importer distributor To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety...

Page 222: ...ntact the nearest Mazda Distributor See the Mazda importers distributors section in this chapter DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 222 OP root ...

Page 223: ...s come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible WAXING Applying a premium paint sealant to your vehicle every six months will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage Wash the vehicle first Refer to Washing the exterior for more detailed information Do not use waxes that contain abrasives use a premium liquid wax Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any no...

Page 224: ...Remover 0000 77 410E 01 available from your authorized Mazda dealer ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage Never spray the engine or other engine components with water Water w...

Page 225: ...ealer For routine cleaning use cool or lukewarm water with a neutral pH shampoo CIMS 1001625 com_ext plastic mazfly itdseq 266 art 204mc710_b art 204mc707_c DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners ...

Page 226: ...r wash facilities Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear worn or do not function properly Do not use abrasives as they may cause scratches Do not use fuel kerosene or paint thinner to clean any parts INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then with a clean dry cloth or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner 0000 77 430E 15 Avoid cleaners or pol...

Page 227: ... Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat where the side air bag if equipped is mounted Such products may contaminate the side air bag system if equipped and affect performance of the side air bag if equipped in a collision The air bag may not function correctly and not provide any injury reduction benefits LEATHER SEATS IF EQUIPPED Your leather seating surfaces hav...

Page 228: ...d to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use these products or products of equivalent quality These products are available at your authorized Mazda dealer CIMS 975929 com_underbody fly itdseq 272 CIMS 1001629 com_care p...

Page 229: ...using parts equivalent to your Mazda s original equipment may perform maintenance But we recommend that it always be done by an authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply If any do apply follow Schedule 2 Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2 Repeated short dis...

Page 230: ... R R R R R R Drive belts tension 2 3L engine I I 3 0L engine I I I PCV valve for 3 0L engine 1 Replace every 160 000 km 100 000 miles IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace every 120 000 km 75 000 miles FUEL SYSTEM Air cleaner filter R R Fuel filter 1 R R R Fuel lines and hoses 1 I I I Hoses and tubes for emission 1 I COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system and hoses I I I Engine coolant yellow Replace at firs...

Page 231: ...heat shields I I I All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or miles kilometers period to ensure long term reliability Refer to Fu...

Page 232: ... oil for Puerto Rico Replace every 5 000 km 3 000 miles or 3 months Oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R Drive belts tension 2 3L engine I 3 0L engine I I PCV valve for 3 0L engine 1 Replace every 160 000 km 100 000 miles IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs USA Replace every 96 000 km 60 000 miles Others 2 Replace every 120 000 km 75 000 miles FUEL SYSTEM Air cleaner filter Puerto Rico R R Others R Fuel fil...

Page 233: ... level I I I I I I I I I I I I Manual transaxle oil Replace every 48 000 km 30 000 miles Automatic transaxle fluid Replace every 48 000 km 30 000 miles Rear differential fluid 4WD only 3 Replace every 160 000 km 100 000 miles Transfer case fluid 4WD only 3 Replace every 48 000 km 30 000 miles Front and rear suspension ball joints I I Driveshaft dust boots I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body I I...

Page 234: ...r for the proper lug nut torque specification OWNER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation Bring any problem to the attention of an authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible When Refueling Brake and clutch fluid level Engine coolant le...

Page 235: ...e burned Don t inspect the coolant system or add coolant when the engine is hot Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off Au...

Page 236: ...unning OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel CIMS 604685 com_working_on j14 itdseq 279 CIMS 555081 com_hood title itdseq 280 CIMS 515246 com_hood_open 204 itdseq 281 art 204mc014_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Ow...

Page 237: ...the prop rod art j14mc130_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 237 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford ...

Page 238: ... Engine oil dipstick 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir CIMS 71972 com_engine comp itdseq 282 CIMS 1364821 com_2 3L j14 itdseq 283 art 204mc043_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide pos...

Page 239: ... filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid reservoir CIMS 1412281 com_3 0L j14 itdseq 284 art 204mc002_d DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 239 OP r...

Page 240: ... Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem less effective Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by comm...

Page 241: ...s and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park autom...

Page 242: ...MIN mark or the lower hole engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range art 204mc042_a art 204mc038_b DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt ow...

Page 243: ...Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening CIMS 683876 com_add oil 204 itdseq 293 art j14mc121_a art 204mc051_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute ...

Page 244: ...roval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine o...

Page 245: ...lled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or term...

Page 246: ...sories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehi...

Page 247: ...should be checked at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and water which equates to a freeze point of 34 F 36 C Coolant concentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester 014 R1060 The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or withi...

Page 248: ...If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter WARNING Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant When adding coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add...

Page 249: ...t in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this instance the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion overheating or freezing Do not...

Page 250: ...nt is visible and radiator is almost full 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added run the engine for a few minutes to mix the coolant Check the coolant concentration Make sure the engine is off and cool before removing the coolant pressure relief cap see preceding steps on cap removal Check the concentrat...

Page 251: ...ntration above 60 Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot cli...

Page 252: ...ition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However The engine power will be limited The air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and brakin...

Page 253: ...ter Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Mazda part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Mazda fuel filter is not used WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire WARNING The fuel system may be ...

Page 254: ...urs Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before fueling Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fue...

Page 255: ... before you grab the filler nozzle WARNING When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is ...

Page 256: ...fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Mazda fuel filler cap is not used WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure Remove fuel filler cap slowly Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in poss...

Page 257: ...soline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized dealer It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fue...

Page 258: ... the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fu...

Page 259: ...ding from the current odometer reading 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Calculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s...

Page 260: ...fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to refill capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance che...

Page 261: ...ped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high s...

Page 262: ...nformation On board diagnostics OBD II Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing...

Page 263: ...n expressway or highway Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete...

Page 264: ...ormance of your brake clutch if equipped system could be compromised seek service from an authorized dealer immediately TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance section for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transaxle does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly i e i...

Page 265: ...compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the crosshatch zone for normal operating temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 ...

Page 266: ...mL increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by an authorized dealer An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and ...

Page 267: ...r filter element WARNING Don t drive without an air filter This could result in excessive engine wear 1 Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover for V6 only 2 Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover CIMS 601170 com_chk manual j14 itdseq 330 CIMS 601982 com_air filter title j14 itdseq 331 CIMS 602141 c...

Page 268: ...e air filter housing cover and secure the clamps 8 Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp Note Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used art 204mc070_a art vilmc114_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06...

Page 269: ...2 3L 2 Manual transaxle 4WD 2 5 quarts 2 4L 2 MERCONt ATF 2 3L 3 0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler 10 2 quarts 9 6L 3 Transfer Case API service GL 5 SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Lubricant 4WD Automatic 12 ounces 0 35L API service GL 5 SAE 80W 90 4WD Manual CIMS com_refill j14 lhd itdseq 333 DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 Ma...

Page 270: ...the vehicle on a level surface 3 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 4 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant DO NOT...

Page 271: ... with roof rack 70 1 1780 2 Front tread Rear tread 61 1 1552 60 4 1533 3 Overall width body 71 6 1819 4 Wheelbase 103 2 2620 5 Overall length 174 4 4429 CIMS 716286 com_data mazda itdseq 335 CIMS 1364561 com_data j14 itdseq 336 CIMS 605630 com_vehicle_dim j14 itdseq 337 DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tr...

Page 272: ...us Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 272 OP root EDIT SESSION 1 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ibm2 ford_pdm CLS_ford GRP_own2002 JOB_j14 DIV_mpdiff Maintenance and Specifications 272 ...

Page 273: ...DERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG FRONT GAWR XXXXL REAR GAWR XXXXLB AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD XXXXKG WITH XXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XX RIMS XXXXKG WITH XXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XX RIMS FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION CIMS 52653 com_vehicle...

Page 274: ... GVWR 3 Vehicle line series body type 4 Engine type 5 Check digit 6 Model year 7 Assembly plant 8 Production sequence number XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX CIMS 72686 com_vin numbers 02 itdseq 340 CIMS 734836 com_vin info all itdseq 341 art navmc710_a art 204mc036_a DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners ...

Page 275: ...ATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX TYPE XXX XXXXX DATE XX XX GVWR XXXXXLB XXXXXKG FRONT GAWR XXXXL REAR GAWR XXXXLB AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD AT XXX kPa XX PSI COLD XXXXKG WITH XXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XX RIMS XXXXKG WITH XXXX XXXXXXX TIRES XXXX XX RIMS FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION CIMS 1519411 com_trans code maz itdseq 342 CIMS 1466201 com_trans code 204 itdseq 343 art mazmc000...

Page 276: ...hands free system to at least allow the hands free to drive the vehicle Never use a cell phone or other electrical device while the vehicle is moving and instead concentrate on the full time job of driving In addition the gasoline distributors are warning against using cell phones during refueling procedures due to their increased concern about static electricity fires in the self service pump env...

Page 277: ...attery 204 maintenance free 245 servicing 245 BeltMinder 90 Brakes 164 anti lock 164 165 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 165 fluid checking and adding 264 fluid refill capacities 269 parking 166 shift interlock 168 Break in period 5 Bulbs 39 C Capacities for refilling fluids 269 Cargo area shade 55 Cell phone warning 276 Child safety restraints 112 child safety belts 112 Child safety seat...

Page 278: ...k heater 163 Engine oil 241 checking and adding 241 dipstick 241 filter specifications 244 recommendations 244 refill capacities 269 Exhaust fumes 163 F Fail safe cooling 252 Fluid capacities 269 Foglamps 35 Four Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road 176 177 indicator light 176 preparing to drive your vehicle 167 Fuel 253 calculating fuel economy 258 cap 256 capacity 269 choosing the right fuel 25...

Page 279: ...4 lighting up panel and interior 36 location of components 14 J Jump starting your vehicle 204 K Keys 66 positions of the ignition 160 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 39 cargo lamps 36 daytime running light 35 fog lamps 35 headlamps 34 headlamps flash to pass 34 instrument panel dimming 36 interior lamps 38 39 replacing bulbs 40 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 37 Liftgate 55 Li...

Page 280: ...Rear window defroster 33 Relays 185 Remote entry system arming and disarming the anti theft system 60 illuminated entry 64 65 locking unlocking doors 62 panic alarm 62 replacement additional transmitters 63 replacing the batteries 62 Roof rack 56 S Safety Belt Maintenance 89 Safety belts see Safety restraints 79 82 84 87 Safety Canopy 106 Safety restraints 79 82 84 87 belt minder 90 extension asse...

Page 281: ...34 safety practices 133 sidewall information 135 snow tires and chains 146 spare tire 191 terminology 127 tire grades 127 treadwear 126 131 Towing 154 recreational towing 159 trailer towing 154 wrecker 210 Transaxle fluid checking and adding manual 267 manual operation 173 Transmission automatic operation 168 brake shift interlock BSI 168 fluid checking and adding automatic 264 fluid refill capaci...

Page 282: ...n 45 replacing wiper blades 241 Wrecker towing 210 DIFF MARKED Review Copy OLD 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 06 5 Tribute Champ 26074 May 02 2005 14 29 19 NEW 2006 Tribute fus Owners Guide post 2002 fmt 2006 5 Tribute CNE Review 26074 Jun 15 2005 16 18 13 2006 Tribute j14 Owners Guide post 2002 fmt own2002 Market USA fus PAGE 282 OP root EDIT SESSION 3 DATE JUNE 15 2005 at 16 24 JOB ...

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