side MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 2006 (in English) User Guide

Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Park/turn lamps (front) 2 3157 AK (amber)
Headlamps 2 9003 (HB2)
Rear stop/tail lamps 2 W21/5W
Rear turn lamps 2 WY21W (amber)
Rear license plate lamps 2 W5W
Backup lamp 2 W21W
Side repeater lamp 2 WY5W (amber)
Fog lamp (if equipped) 2 H1
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Center high-mount stop
lamp5
W5W
Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906)
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized Mazda
dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
NOTE:This procedure can be difficult. Your Mazda dealer has the
proper tools, training and parts to perform this task. If you have
difficulty with this procedure, visit your local Mazda dealer.
WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep
out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its metal base
and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause
the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.
Always wear safety glasses when handling halogen bulbs.
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6. Without turning, carefully pull
bulb out of headlamp assembly.
Note:The bulb’s metal base gets
very hot during headlamp operation.
Be sure the bulb base is cool before
handling.
If the bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing
alcohol before being used.
7. Insert the glass end of the new
bulb into the headlamp assembly. When the bulb’s three metal tabs
are aligned with the grooves in the plastic base, push the bulb into
the lamp assembly until the bulb’s metal base contacts the plastic
base.
8. Rotate the retainer spring over the bulb’s metal base and secure it
on the bulb hooks.
9. Install rubber boot on the lamp assembly. Be sure to press firmly
around the perimeter of the boot and around the bulb to ensure the
proper seal of the bulb.
10. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the bulb until it
“snaps.”
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer.
Replacing side repeater bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to
off.
2. Carefully pry the lamp assembly
away from the fender.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it
from the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing foglamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer.
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POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify
they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or
pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
The ignition must be in the ON
position to adjust the power
windows. Press and hold the bottom
part of the rocker switch to open
the window. Press and hold the top
part of the rocker switch to close
the window.
Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are
open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; this
noise can be eliminated by lowering a front window approximately two to
three inches.
One touch down
Allows the driver’s window to open
fully without holding the control
down. Press completely down on
AUTO and release quickly. Press the
top part of the switch to stop.
Note: This feature will only operate
the driver’s side window.
Window lock
The window lock feature disables all
the power windows except the
driver’s.
To lock out all the window controls
except for the driver’s window press
the right side of the control.
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Note:The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the
window control is in the LOCKED position.
Press the left side to restore the window controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, power windows and moonroof operate for up to
ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ACC or ON to
the OFF position, the key is not in the ignition or until either front door
is opened.
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows or moon roof.
They may seriously injure themselves.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control, located on the instrument panel left of the
steering wheel, clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and
rotate the control
counterclockwise to adjust the
left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Fold-away mirrors
Carefully pull the outside mirrors
inwards when driving through a
narrow space, like an automatic car
wash.
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Heated outside mirrors(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With cruise control/speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30
mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal. Cruise control/Speed control does not work at speeds below 30
mph (48 km/h).
WARNING: Using cruise control in the following conditions
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle:
•Heavy or unsteady traffic
•Slippery or winding roads
•Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed
Don’t use cruise control in these situations.
Setting cruise control/speed control
The controls for using your cruise
control/speed control are located on
the steering wheel for your
convenience.
1. Press the ON control and
release it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
ON
OFF
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WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or
leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously
hurt themselves.
WARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify that
it is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets
are not in the proximity of the moon roof opening.
LIFTGATE
To open the rear window, pull the
right side of the liftgate handle.
To open the liftgate, pull the left
side of the liftgate handle.
•Do not open the liftgate or
liftgate glass in a garage or other
enclosed area with a low ceiling.
If the liftgate glass is raised and
the liftgate is also opened, both
liftgate and glass could be
damaged against a low ceiling.
•Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. Doing so
could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well
as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are
closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the
vehicle. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can
injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death. This
will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you
must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the
vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.
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LUGGAGE RACK
The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lbs (45 kg), evenly
distributed on the cross-bars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the
load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars (if
equipped) as possible. Always use the adjustable tie down loops to
secure the load.
To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both
cross-bars are adjustable).
2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location.
3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar.
To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof
rack side rails:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar (both
cross-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 the
endcaps on both sides of the
cross-bar.
4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail.
To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack
side rails:
1. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the
side rails.
2. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar.
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CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
•When these locks are set, the
rear doors cannot be opened from
the inside.
•The rear doors can be opened
from the outside when the doors
are unlocked.
The childproof locks are located on
rear edge of each rear door and
must be setseparatelyfor each
door. Setting the lock for one door
willnotautomatically set the lock
for both doors.
•Rotate lock control in the
direction of arrow to engage the
lock.
•Rotate control in the opposite
direction to disengage childproof
locks.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is
approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could
be caused by:
•weather conditions,
•nearby radio towers,
•structures around the vehicle,
•other vehicles parked next to your vehicle, or
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2. Do not wipe off any grease on
the battery terminals on the
back surface of the circuit
board.
3. Remove the old battery.Note:Please refer to local regulations when
disposing of transmitter batteries.
4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry
transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the
battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery
housing cavity.
5. Snap the two halves back together.
Note:Replacement of the battery willnotcause the remote transmitter
to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter
should operate normally after battery replacement.
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed
because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry
transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or takeall
remote entry transmittersto your authorized Mazda authorized dealer
for reprogramming.
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters
You must haveall remote entry transmitters(maximum of four)
available before beginning this procedure.Note:If all remote entry
transmitters are not present during the programming procedure, the
missing transmitters will not work with the vehicle following
programming.
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SEATING
Adjustable head restraints
The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the
event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the
head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close
to that position as possible.
The head restraints can be moved
up and down.
Push side control and push down on
head restraint to lower it.
Adjusting the front manual seat
WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the
vehicle is moving. Sudden braking or a collision could cause
serious injury. Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stopped.
WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to
reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
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