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only) 199 209 Cleaning 210 2 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 70 ... Tire Information Tire Inflation Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 119 122 123 126 135 145 152 157 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 158 158 162 167 Roadside Emergencies Hazard flasher switch Fuses and relays Overheating Jump starting Wrecker towing 183 183 184 190 191 197...
only) 199 209 Cleaning 210 2 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 70 ... Tire Information Tire Inflation Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 119 122 123 126 135 145 152 157 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 158 158 162 167 Roadside Emergencies Hazard flasher switch Fuses and relays Overheating Jump starting Wrecker towing 183 183 184 190 191 197...
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...by : • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • the Manufacturer and Distributor. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) SPECIAL NOTICES Event Data Recorder The computer in your vehicle. ...information may be stored during regular operation or in the vehicle, and • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle ...
...by : • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • the Manufacturer and Distributor. 6 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) SPECIAL NOTICES Event Data Recorder The computer in your vehicle. ...information may be stored during regular operation or in the vehicle, and • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle ...
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... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Hazard Warning Flasher Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
... Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Hazard Warning Flasher Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist 8 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt...
Owner's Manual
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... releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake system warning light also is dangerous. WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the parking brake released. 16 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners...
... releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake system warning light also is dangerous. WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the parking brake released. 16 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners...
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..., the fog lamp is deactivated, even when the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position, •...
..., the fog lamp is deactivated, even when the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. 33 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position, •...
Owner's Manual
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...3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it from the lamp assembly. 3. Replacing foglamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealership. Open the liftgate to off. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the tail lamp assembly, ...assembly. 5. Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamps bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the new bulb. 6. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 4. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 41 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide...
...3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it from the lamp assembly. 3. Replacing foglamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealership. Open the liftgate to off. 2. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the tail lamp assembly, ...assembly. 5. Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamps bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the new bulb. 6. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 4. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. 41 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide...
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... complete installation, follow the removal procedure in the new bulb. 4. Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in reverse order. 42 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Remove the bulb holder from the liftgate. 2. Install the lamp assembly on liftgate. Lights ...assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in lamp assembly and turn it clockwise. 5. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Install the bulb socket in the new bulb.
... complete installation, follow the removal procedure in the new bulb. 4. Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in reverse order. 42 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Remove the bulb holder from the liftgate. 2. Install the lamp assembly on liftgate. Lights ...assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in lamp assembly and turn it clockwise. 5. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Install the bulb socket in the new bulb.
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... set speed on a downhill, you to the desired speed. RSM SET ACC CST Note: • Vehicle speed may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. 51 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48...
... set speed on a downhill, you to the desired speed. RSM SET ACC CST Note: • Vehicle speed may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. 51 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48...
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...; Depress the brake pedal until you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed: • Press and hold the CST control until the desired vehicle speed is erased. Note: When you get to the desired speed, then release the control. ON OFF 53 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14... speed control OFF control. Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped).
...; Depress the brake pedal until you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your vehicle's previously set speed: • Press and hold the CST control until the desired vehicle speed is erased. Note: When you get to the desired speed, then release the control. ON OFF 53 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14... speed control OFF control. Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped).
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Sudden braking or a collision could cause serious injury. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that position as possible. Seating ... than the seatbacks to that it . To properly adjust your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 70 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Sudden braking or a collision could cause serious injury. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that position as possible. Seating ... than the seatbacks to that it . To properly adjust your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 70 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
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Lift handle to increase softness. 71 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to move seat forward or backward. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injury, or in a reclined position while...
Lift handle to increase softness. 71 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to move seat forward or backward. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injury, or in a reclined position while...
Owner's Manual
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...control up or down to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Then a serious accident could cause serious injury. 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 don't get ...a collision or sudden stop. Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is dangerous because you could move out of the seat cushion. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to control the ...
...control up or down to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Then a serious accident could cause serious injury. 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 don't get ...a collision or sudden stop. Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is dangerous because you could move out of the seat cushion. 72 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to control the ...
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... child safety seats and they must use a forward-facing child seat in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 79 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the... inflate with great force, and this chapter. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the front seat, move forward during pre-crash braking.
... child safety seats and they must use a forward-facing child seat in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 79 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Front crash severity sensor The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the... inflate with great force, and this chapter. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the front seat, move forward during pre-crash braking.
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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 still retract to use the automatic locking mode In this chapter. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
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 still retract to use the automatic locking mode In this chapter. 84 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
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... independently. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the BeltMinder feature for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in rear and side crashes or rollovers...airbags are there to inflate in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 91 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T PICK OUR CRASH .
... independently. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the BeltMinder feature for that : • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in rear and side crashes or rollovers...airbags are there to inflate in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled 91 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN'T PICK OUR CRASH .
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...highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may depart significantly from them. 122 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The grade C corresponds to give many thousands of miles of performance on wet ... would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics.
...highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may depart significantly from them. 122 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The grade C corresponds to give many thousands of miles of performance on wet ... would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as measured under controlled conditions on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics.
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... affect the safety and performance of the spare tire. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the vehicle ... use of tire sealants may be equipped with a tire of the road. This tire will have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer. Make sure all -terrain) as possible. 126 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
... affect the safety and performance of the spare tire. CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle's speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the vehicle ... use of tire sealants may be equipped with a tire of the road. This tire will have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer. Make sure all -terrain) as possible. 126 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
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...wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment 127 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If... dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should replace it is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Mazda. Tires, Wheels and Loading When driving with the T-type/mini-spare tire do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) ...
...wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment 127 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If... dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should replace it is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Mazda. Tires, Wheels and Loading When driving with the T-type/mini-spare tire do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) ...
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...Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be sure the parking brake is set, then block both sides of the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the ... vehicle that is supported only by a jack. 128 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The vehicle can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking ...
...Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be sure the parking brake is set, then block both sides of the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the ... vehicle that is supported only by a jack. 128 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The vehicle can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: If the vehicle slips off . 3. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. Release the retention clip on the upper part of the cargo ... bracket. 2. To remove the jack from the bracket and carefully guide jack down and out through trim opening, upper end out first. 129 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located in P (Park) (automatic transmission...
Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: If the vehicle slips off . 3. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. Release the retention clip on the upper part of the cargo ... bracket. 2. To remove the jack from the bracket and carefully guide jack down and out through trim opening, upper end out first. 129 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located in P (Park) (automatic transmission...