Mazda 2009 Tribute - Manual

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils sincethese additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. SPECIAL NOTICES Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capa...

Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage. In addition,your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions PerformanceWarranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is notcovered,...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Manual Protecting theEnvironment Fasten Seat Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Passenger Airbag Off Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking B...

Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Personal Alarm SystemFeature Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine CoolantTemperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames,or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct FluidLevel MAX MIN Service Engine So...

Multi-function lever (pg. 49) Instrument cluster (pg. 12) Hazard flasher control (pg. 207) Headlamp control (pg. 39) Parking brake release (pg. 186) Speed controls* (pg. 57) Hood release (pg. 260) * if equipped 2009 Tribute (j14) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus) Instrument Cluster 10

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Check fuel cap fill inlet: Illuminates when the fuel cap fillinlet may not be properly closed....

WARNING: If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brakesystem is disabled but normal braking is still effective unless the brakewarning light also remains illuminated w...

Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for...

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as saf...

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM/single CD or in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible soundsystem WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The ...

To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use SEEK/TRACK to toggle AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the searchto initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you pressanother control within those five sec...

To auto load up to six discs– Press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD #. Load the desired disc, label side up. The systemwill prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert thediscs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the discin preset #1 will ...

DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OKand the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits,the system will automatically go to that channel, if available. You maycancel your en...

SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu.Press / to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop,...

Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. E...

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors:...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compactdiscs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Do not use any irregular shapedCDs or discs with a scratchprotectio...

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one levelof folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (notedby the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, fromF001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders wil...

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on theroof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for anunobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radiosystem. Like A...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed. 2. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 3. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windsh...

10. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 11. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of timen...

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in theMAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting andput the vehicle’s transmission into the PARK gear position (automatictransmission only) to...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position. • the headlamp control must be in the off, parking lamps or autolamppos...

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions. AIMING TH...

4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge of highintensity light towards the right.If this edge is not at thehorizontal reference line, thebeam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on the headlamp, then use a 4 mmsocket to turn the ...

Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with anON/OFF/DOOR control will lightwhen: • the doors are closed and thecontrol is in the ON position. • the control is in the DOORposition and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when youopen the doors. BULB...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps (high andlow beams) 2 H13 Park/turn/sidemarkerlamps (front) 2 3157A (amber) Rearstop/tail/sidemarker 2 3157K / 4157K Backup lamp 2 921 Fog lamp (front) 2 9145 Center High-mountstop lamp 5 W5WL Rear license platelamp 2 168 All replacement bulbs are clea...

WARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused bythe flying glass. If the glass portion of the bulb is touched with barehands, body oil could cause the bulb to o...

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and thenopen the liftgate to expose thelamp assembly screws. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicleby pulling the assembly straightout to expose the bulb socket.DO NOT TIP TH...

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly awayfrom the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly bydepressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the newbulb. To complete inst...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Note: Heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades and overheat the wiper motor. If this happens, the motor will automatically s...

Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select: INT 2 — Normal speed operation ofrear wiper. INT 1 — Intermittent operation ofrear wiper. OFF — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold a...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: 1. Cupholders 2. Utility compartment console lid has a CD holder, a business cardholder and two pen holders.The utility compartment has aremovable bin with coin holderslots, a sliding tray, a cell phoneholder a...

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter ...

One touch down (AUTO) Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Push the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window willopen fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. Window lock The window lock featu...

To vent: • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, vent feature.To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel isclosed), press and release the front portion of the control. • To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rearportion of the con...

Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of two storage compartmentslocated in the floor of the rear cargo area. 1. The larger, rearward, compartment is for customerstorage. • To open, lift the lid with the pull latch. The lid can beremoved to allow for flexiblestor...

To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rackside rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in theendcaps on both sides of thecross...

To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rackside rails: 1. Ensure that both cross-bar assemblies are installed with theF (front) arrow facing towardsthe front of the vehicle. 2. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in theendcaps on both sides of thecross-bar. 3. Slide ...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the locks and starts thevehicle, and a remote keyless entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit...

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into thei...

POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. Allother doors will remain locked. Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder t...

Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you mustwait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process. 1. The ignition must be off ...

Deactivating/activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are twomethods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • by using the power door unlock/lock sequence. Note : The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independen...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. NOTE: Setting the lock for on...

The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicledoors. • remotely lock all the vehicledoors. • remotely open the power liftgateglass. • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entryfeature. The remote entry lock/unlockfeature operates in any ignitionposition except while the key i...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring inorder to remove the batterycover. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on theback surface of the circuitboard. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing o...

Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when theIntegrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad isused to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • ...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition. The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to act as a theftdeterrent when the vehicle isarmed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the onpositi...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that arevertically adjustable. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head res...

2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release buttonand the unlock/remove button,then pull up on the headrestraint. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) when a child is in the front passenger seat. Donot place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between theseat and the center console (if equipp...

Heated seats (if equipped) WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physicalconditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seatheater may cause burns ...

3. Pull the seat release control. NOTE: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 4. Flip seat forward. Attach the seat belt web snapbutton to the quarter trim panelsnap button. This will assure thatseatbelt does not get caught bystaying out of the seat back foldingpath. 2...

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. To install the rear cushion 1. Insert rod ends into floor mounting points and push thecushion to the inboard side ofthe vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked i...

Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System 威 to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatposition. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sittingclose to the driver airbag by providing a lower air...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System 威 serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of acollision. Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright...

WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying airbag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likelyto lean against the door and be hit by the side airbag (if equipped) in amoderate collision. Whenever po...

• This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to payout webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to helpreduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest. All seat belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. Thepassenger seat belts have two typ...

Seat belt height adjustment Your vehicle has seat belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,squeeze and hold the buttons on theside and slide the height ...

WARNING: Failure to replace both front restraints under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. The seat belt pretensioners will only function once.After they are deployed, they will not work again and must be replacedimmediately, even if there was ...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s seat belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The seat belt warning light illuminates1-2 minutes and the warning chimesounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s seat belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminated and...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing seat belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... ⬙ Crashes are rare events ⬙ 36,700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to ⬙ rare ⬙ events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be...

Reasons given... Consider... ⬙ I have an airbag ⬙ Airbags offer greater protection whenused with seat belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. ⬙ I’d rather be thrown clear ⬙ Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Seat be...

Children and airbags For additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. WARNING: Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are saferwhen properly restrained in therear seating positions rather thanin the fro...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder or sodium compounds whichmay irritate the skin and eyes, butnone of the residue is toxic. Whil...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

How does the side airbag system (if equipped) work? The design and development of theside airbag system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the...

Determining if the side-curtain airbags are operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Seatbeltandtoptetheranchor Seat beltand LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Seatbeltonly...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat orwith the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning bo...

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and haveattached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do nottighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seatcushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snugwithout lifting the...

3. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. The arrow in the above graphicpoints toward the front of thevehicle. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to th...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The ...

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflatea...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

WARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originallyprovided by Mazda. The recommended tire and wheel size may befound on either the Safety Compliance Certific...

The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Mazda MotorCorporation may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem. If the TPMS indicator is flas...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side, vibrate or shake when you’re driving,the wheels may be out of alignment. Have a qualified technician...

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match thenew wheel diameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’...

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure isnormally higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflationpressure which can be found on the Saf...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is nolonger capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the followingchart for information conc...

Low TirePressureWarning Light Possiblecause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condition...

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarketequipment. Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the local home improvement store to finish that patioyou have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat fo...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer towoption package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and tomaximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment...

4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Trailer Weight Range - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) 2.5L w/manual transmission 4980 (2259) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5040 (2286) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic...

4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Trailer Weight Range - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) 2.5L w/automatic transmission 5180 (2350) 1500 (680) 24 (2.2) 3.0L w/automatic transmission 7260 (3293) 3500 (1588) 30 (2.8) Notes: For h...

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehic...

• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. For addit...

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehiclecomponents, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliabilityand causing internal transmission damage. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has beensubmerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to bechec...

Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles: Tow your Four Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do not tow your Four Wheel Drive vehicle with the front wheels offthe ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on th...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and steering column and allowskey removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such asthe radio to operate while theengine is not running. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational and warning lightswill illuminate. Th...

Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals k...

How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 wattsof energy per hour. Your factory ...

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking even whenthe brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depictsthe advantage of an ABS equippedvehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped ...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned on) until theparking brake is released....

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handlingcharacteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the theperformance of the El...

Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Dynamic StabilityControl system, which include but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces • Changing lanes on a snow-ru...

Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found inthe vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability andprovide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle ortransmission may have firm and/or sof...

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. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete sto...

• The over drive cancel and gradeassist lamp in the instrumentcluster is illuminated. 2. Grade Assist • Improves driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas byproviding additional grade (engine) braking and extends lower gearoperation on uphill climbs. • Provides additional engine braki...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, t...

Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts during light to moderate accelerations and cruises (for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1-2 10 mph (16 km/h) 2-3 20 mph (32 km/h) 3-4 32 mph (52 km/h) 4-5 37 mph (60 km/h) Reverse Make sure that your ve...

WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your ...

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in 1st gear or R (Reverse) (manual transmissions) or P (Park) (automatic transmissions). Turn the ignitionto the off position and remove the key whenever you leave yourvehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake is fully r...

Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. If the rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should bechecked and changed, if necessary. The rear axle is filled with a lubricantthat does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of thevehicle. Rear axle lubricant qua...

• 4WD vehicles should be driven with traction devices as referred to in Using snow tires and traction devices in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance wh...

HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is inany position or if the key is not inthe ignition. Push in the flasher control and allfront and rear direction signals willflash. Press the...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind aflip-up cover, by the kick panelaccess cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on thereset button. 4. Turn th...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 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 ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protective Circuits 43 10A Rear wiper logic, Heated seatsrelay, Instrument cluster 44 10A Not used (spare) 45 5A Front wiper logic, Blower motorrelay 46 7.5A OCS (restraints), PADI(restraints) 47 30A Circuit Breaker Power windows 48 — Delayed accessory relay Power...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 33 — PCM diode 34 — Start diode 35 10A* Run/start, Reverse lamps, Reardefrost relay 36 — Not used 37 — Not used * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease...

WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tire, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensorbecomes damaged, it will no longer function. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information WARNING: Failure to follow these guidelines could result...

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 3. Fu...

5. Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tiretether. 6. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storagearea, raise winch up into theinstalled position. 7. Use the attached fastener strap (2) to tie the tether end to thewinch actuator shaft (ifequipped). Tire change...

Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire.Position the jack directly below theprotruding bolt. 2009 Tribute (j14) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 222

• Rear View shown from forward of reartire. Position the jack directly belowthe stud on the rear trailing arm. 3. Position the jack according to the guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the tire isa maximum of 1 inch (25 mm)off the ground. Be sure to place the jack awayfrom the rear edge o...

carrier will ratchet when the tire is in the fully stowed position. Thespare tire carrier has a built-in ratchet feature that will not allow youto overtighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effort,take the vehicle to your authorized Mazda dealer for assistance atyour earliest c...

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 engineand radiator are hot. See Adding coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications section. If you find no problems, the en...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, thetransmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmi...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. + – + – + – + – 2009 Tribute (j14) Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 230

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the disabled vehicle’s engine, away from the batteryand the fuel injection system. NOTE: Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. WARNING: Do not connect the end of the s...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift anddollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow w...

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuratio...

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (U.S.A. MAINLAND AND HAWAII) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here toserve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and thetools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvementre...

In our experience, any questions, problems or complaints regarding theoperation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions aremost effectively resolved by your authorized dealer. If the cause of yourdissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal authorizeddealer procedures, we...

California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturerhas had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to itsapplicable express warranties if, within the first 18 months of ownershipof a new vehicle or the first 18,000 miles (29,000 km), whichever occursfirst: 1. Two o...

The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicleto receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. We stronglyrecommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States.However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently,Mazda vehicles built for use in t...

ADD-ON NON-GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found instores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by themanufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuineparts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot paintedsurfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or dur...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color. Touch-uppaint can be used to repair minor scratches to painted surfaces. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always r...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellan...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, seat belts and seats equipped with sideair bags (if equipped): • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and SpotRemover (0000–77–430E-01), available at your authorized Mazdadealer. • If greas...

INTRODUCTION Be extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others or damageto your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you’re unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge youto have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably...

SCHEDULE 1 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R : Replace L : Lubricate Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60...

Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 x 1000 Miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.6 75 82.5 90 (x 1000 Km) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96) (108) (120) (132) (144) CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines...

SCHEDULE 2 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R : Replace L : Lubricate Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 ...

Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 x 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 (x 1000 Km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96) COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system and hoses I I En...

Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 x 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 (x 1000 Km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96) Exhaust system heat shields I I All locks and ...

Retightening lug nuts • Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.). • Refer to Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specification in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for the proper lug nut torque spec...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 9. Engine oi...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bugwash. They may cause ...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. Turn theblade at a right angle to thearm. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the armand pull the blade away fromthe arm to remove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace w...

Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reducesthe risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with one hand close to the arm/bladejoint and pull it as far awayfrom the glass as possi...

• 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upperlines, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole or the l...

• 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upperhole or upper line may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by...

Engine oil and filter recommendations SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protect...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMazda maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the“FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance section for service interval sc...

• The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and coolingsystem components and may void the warranty of your vehicle’sengine cooling system. If you are unsure which type of coolantyour vehicle requires, contact your local authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield was...

Recycled engine coolant Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meetsMazda recommended coolants. Use of a recycled engine coolantwhich does not meet the Mazda recommended coolant, may harmengine and cooling system components. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsibl...

Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; ...

4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removingthe fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into thefuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet lamp or Check Fuel Fill I...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” inhigh altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings less than 87. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose todispose of the funnel. Do not use aftermarket f...

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is s...

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinternal transmission component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the fillertube until the level is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by an authorizeddealer. An overfill cond...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) /Restraint System 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence n...

CELL PHONES Use of cell phones and other devices by driver: WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing anumber on a cell phone while driving also ties-up t...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................184 Accessory delay ..........................55 Air cleaner filter ...............291, 293 Air conditioning manual heating and airconditioning system .................36 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................108, 117, 120 and child safet...

cargo lamps ...............................40daytime running light ...............40fog lamps ...................................39headlamps .................................39headlamps, flash to pass ..........40instrument panel, dimming .....40interior lamps .....................43–45replacing bul...