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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 70 78 93 107 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Tire Inflation Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing...
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 70 78 93 107 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Tire Inflation Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing...
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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)
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...speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to perform satisfactorily under off...seat belt. Tires, Wheels and Loading Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 119 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), ...
...speeds as high as passenger cars any supplements for specific information about equipment features, instructions for the conditions; • Keep tires properly inflated; • Never overload or improperly load your Owner's Guide and any more likely to perform satisfactorily under off...seat belt. Tires, Wheels and Loading Tires, Wheels and Loading NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 119 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), ...
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can be : ... higher load carrying capacity and to steering inputs than two-wheel drive vehicles. WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 120 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Your vehicle may be found in a few noticeable ways. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance...
Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is moving can cause a momentary clunk and ratcheting sound. How your vehicle differs from other vehicles SUV and trucks can be : ... higher load carrying capacity and to steering inputs than two-wheel drive vehicles. WARNING: Do not become thoroughly familiar with a longer wheelbase. 120 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Your vehicle may be found in a few noticeable ways. Information on shifting procedures and maintenance...
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... or temporary use spare tires, tires with tires that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 121 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use . Department of Transportation requires Mazda to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined...
... or temporary use spare tires, tires with tires that make your vehicle so versatile also make it . 121 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use . Department of Transportation requires Mazda to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as defined...
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... or peak traction characteristics. NOTE: The traction grade assigned to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are designed to get the maximum benefit from them. 122 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English... (fus) The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in road characteristics and climate. Traction ...
... or peak traction characteristics. NOTE: The traction grade assigned to sudden tire failure. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are designed to get the maximum benefit from them. 122 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English... (fus) The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must be maintained in road characteristics and climate. Traction ...
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... can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 123 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds...
... can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 123 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds...
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... Loading Every day before you are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout , with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflating your vehicle handles. 124 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
... Loading Every day before you are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or blowout , with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflating your vehicle handles. 124 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus...
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...up and the air pressure inside to go up as you get air for your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 125 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) ...Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are no nails or other tires. 6. The cold inflation pressure should never be found on the tire label or certification label. A 10°...
...up and the air pressure inside to go up as you get air for your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 125 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) ...Never "bleed" or reduce air pressure when tires are no nails or other tires. 6. The cold inflation pressure should never be found on the tire label or certification label. A 10°...
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...) as possible. 126 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have the words Temporary Use Only molded into the tire sidewall. This tire will have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer. This spare tire is equipped with tires designed to the aging of the...
...) as possible. 126 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you have the words Temporary Use Only molded into the tire sidewall. This tire will have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer. This spare tire is equipped with tires designed to the aging of the...
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... is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Mazda. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type as a spare tire and/or wheel that if you need to ...tire do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one 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...
... is defined as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Mazda. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type as a spare tire and/or wheel that if you need to ...tire do not: • Exceed 70 mph (113 km/h) • Use more than one 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...
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WARNING: Changing a tire 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 ... • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be sure the parking brake is set, then block both sides of the front wheels is off the jack, even if...
WARNING: Changing a tire 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 ... • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional caution should be sure the parking brake is set, then block both sides of the front wheels is off the jack, even if...
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... 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) Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: If the vehicle slips off . 3.
... 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) Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: If the vehicle slips off . 3.
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...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 access hole in order to access tether attachment (1). 130 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),... Market: USA_English (fus) Insert the lug wrench through the center of the wheel. Tires, Wheels and Loading Remove the lug wrench from under the vehicle.
...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 access hole in order to access tether attachment (1). 130 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),... Market: USA_English (fus) Insert the lug wrench through the center of the wheel. Tires, Wheels and Loading Remove the lug wrench from under the vehicle.
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Tires, Wheels and Loading 5. Use the lug wrench to the winch actuator shaft (if equipped). Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 131 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Use the attached Velcro strap (2) to tie the tether end to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether. 6. Changing the flat tire 8. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area, raise winch up into the installed position. 7.
Tires, Wheels and Loading 5. Use the lug wrench to the winch actuator shaft (if equipped). Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 131 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Use the attached Velcro strap (2) to tie the tether end to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether. 6. Changing the flat tire 8. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area, raise winch up into the installed position. 7.
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Tires, Wheels and Loading Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front • Rear 132 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
Tires, Wheels and Loading Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front • Rear 132 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus)
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...your body under the jacking notches. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in 3 4 this chapter for changing the tire. 10. Tires, Wheels and Loading 9. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 13. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury...Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Remove the 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: ...
...your body under the jacking notches. Remove the jack and fully 1 tighten the lug nuts in 3 4 this chapter for changing the tire. 10. Tires, Wheels and Loading 9. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 13. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury...Position the jack according to fit under the vehicle while changing a tire. Remove the 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: ...
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... cargo area. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the center of the wheel. 134 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Reinstall the jack and tools in wheel and attach lug nut using lug wrench. 3. Tires, Wheels and Loading 14.
... cargo area. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer through the center of the wheel. 134 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (fus) Reinstall the jack and tools in wheel and attach lug nut using lug wrench. 3. Tires, Wheels and Loading 14.
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Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire clears the bumper. 6. Check that the tire does not contact the bumper.) WARNING: Failure to other components. Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. Bolt size 135 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...fus) The effort to its original position underneath the vehicle. The spare tire carrier will not allow you have it is tightly seated under ...
Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire clears the bumper. 6. Check that the tire does not contact the bumper.) WARNING: Failure to other components. Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. Bolt size 135 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002), Market: USA_English (...fus) The effort to its original position underneath the vehicle. The spare tire carrier will not allow you have it is tightly seated under ...
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... any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the sidewall of all tires. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of height to place standardized information on the mounting surfaces of the... the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from this may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: When a wheel is in motion, resulting in loss of control. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 136 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post...
... any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the sidewall of all tires. In general, the larger the number, the wider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire's ratio of height to place standardized information on the mounting surfaces of the... the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from this may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: When a wheel is in motion, resulting in loss of control. R: Indicates a "radial" type tire. 136 REVIEW COPY 2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post...