Owner's Manual
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... written authorization from MNAO. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Refill capacities Engine data 216 224 226 230 238 252 253 255 Accessories Index 259 260 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 MNAO 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English...
... written authorization from MNAO. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Refill capacities Engine data 216 224 226 230 238 252 253 255 Accessories Index 259 260 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2004 MNAO 3 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English...
Owner's Manual
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...handbook. Please take the time to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Remember to pass on Mazda and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted...in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) For more you know and understand about your particular vehicle. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe...
...handbook. Please take the time to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Remember to pass on Mazda and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted...in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) For more you know and understand about your particular vehicle. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the items covered may describe...
Owner's Manual
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...During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of various systems and modules 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 ... 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) Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in...
...During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of various systems and modules 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 ... 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) Introduction BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Personal Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Speed Control MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Powertrain Malfunction Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Warning 9 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Personal Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Speed Control MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Powertrain Malfunction Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap Low Tire Warning 9 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...may be drivable and will illuminate when you should do if the light illuminates Light turns on after the engine is equipped with one of fuel. (The engine may cause your vehicle. If any light remains on (without a driveability concern being noted. The OBD II...problem exists with a computer that monitors the engine's emission control system. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your light to check the bulb. Temporary malfunctions may misfire or run poorly.) 14 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...
...may be drivable and will illuminate when you should do if the light illuminates Light turns on after the engine is equipped with one of fuel. (The engine may cause your vehicle. If any light remains on (without a driveability concern being noted. The OBD II...problem exists with a computer that monitors the engine's emission control system. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your light to check the bulb. Temporary malfunctions may misfire or run poorly.) 14 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) ...
Owner's Manual
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... mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is FUEL CAP turned to the ON position to operate the vehicle with the engine running . When the light stays on , have been properly installed and securely tightened. Poor fuel quality or water in a moderate...with warning light. When the check fuel cap light on driving conditions. 15 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings...
... mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is FUEL CAP turned to the ON position to operate the vehicle with the engine running . When the light stays on , have been properly installed and securely tightened. Poor fuel quality or water in a moderate...with warning light. When the check fuel cap light on driving conditions. 15 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings...
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...is disabled but normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released. 16 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. ... light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from an authorized Mazda dealer. It will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is illuminated. light is functional, it will take a long period of time...
...is disabled but normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released. 16 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) A significant decrease in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. ... light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from an authorized Mazda dealer. It will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is illuminated. light is functional, it will take a long period of time...
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... remains on, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. 17 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced by an authorized Mazda dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below...
... remains on, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. 17 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced by an authorized Mazda dealer. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below...
Owner's Manual
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... not at its proper level the gauge indication will be accurate. 19 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to Engine coolant in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). At normal operating temperature, the needle will not ...be in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. WARNING: When the engine and radiator are hot. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious ...
... not at its proper level the gauge indication will be accurate. 19 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to Engine coolant in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). At normal operating temperature, the needle will not ...be in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. WARNING: When the engine and radiator are hot. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious ...
Owner's Manual
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... trip odometer. Press and release the button in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in motion or on the driver's side of the vehicle. 20 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) When refueling the vehicle from empty...
... trip odometer. Press and release the button in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in motion or on the driver's side of the vehicle. 20 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) When refueling the vehicle from empty...
Owner's Manual
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... the power point longer than necessary when the engine is ready to be used. To prevent the battery from its heating position when it is located on the center console in with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. 48 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...
... the power point longer than necessary when the engine is ready to be used. To prevent the battery from its heating position when it is located on the center console in with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. 48 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market...
Owner's Manual
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...they are used . The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to indicate normal system functionality. 65 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) This ... PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is removed from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these objects from the ignition. Note: A maximum of security protection. If ...
...they are used . The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to indicate normal system functionality. 65 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) This ... PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is removed from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Your vehicle comes with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these objects from the ignition. Note: A maximum of security protection. If ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle. • Only use SecuriLock 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 previously programmed coded keys are not available, you begin. 1. Keep the...the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 67 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tips: • A maximum of turning the ignition to your own coded ...
... vehicle. • Only use SecuriLock 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 previously programmed coded keys are not available, you begin. 1. Keep the...the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and remove the first coded key from the ignition. 67 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tips: • A maximum of turning the ignition to your own coded ...
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... vehicle to your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are open, they must be closed in the event of turning the ignition to your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds but not more than 10 seconds. 9. you in order to aid in the... system: • Press the control on and off; If there is any of them are taken to the dealership to be armed. 68 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the ignition from the ignition.
... vehicle to your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are open, they must be closed in the event of turning the ignition to your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for at least three seconds but not more than 10 seconds. 9. you in order to aid in the... system: • Press the control on and off; If there is any of them are taken to the dealership to be armed. 68 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Turn the ignition from the ignition.
Owner's Manual
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... while driving the vehicle. 1. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state. (Step 3 must be ...the safety belt warning light turns off . 3. Turn the ignition switch to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. 92 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: To reduce the risk of the ...
... while driving the vehicle. 1. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. For the seating position being disabled, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state. (Step 3 must be ...the safety belt warning light turns off . 3. Turn the ignition switch to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. 92 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: To reduce the risk of the ...
Owner's Manual
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... the bracket. 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. 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...
... the bracket. 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. 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...
Owner's Manual
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...lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 133 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in the order shown....turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 13. Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your body under the jacking notches. Lower the jack from its stored height to the following guides and turn the jack handle ...
...lug nuts with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is only meant for the proper lug nut torque specification. 5 2 133 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in the order shown....turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 13. Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your body under the jacking notches. Lower the jack from its stored height to the following guides and turn the jack handle ...
Owner's Manual
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WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide ...control and personal injury. Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 148 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The total load on the driver's door or B-Pillar. These numbers are ...
WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide ...control and personal injury. Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) - is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 148 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) The total load on the driver's door or B-Pillar. These numbers are ...
Owner's Manual
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...for safe control of towed vehicles and for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. The GVW must never exceed the GCWR. 149 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...never exceed the GVWR. WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all options,...
...for safe control of towed vehicles and for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. The GVW must never exceed the GCWR. 149 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...never exceed the GVWR. WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all options,...
Owner's Manual
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... shown in the chart. Your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Weigh your vehicle for towing. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle may require the use the proper equipment... to use of a trailer tow option package. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle section in this chapter. 152 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance...
... shown in the chart. Your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Weigh your vehicle for towing. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle's engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle may require the use the proper equipment... to use of a trailer tow option package. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle section in this chapter. 152 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance...