clutch MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 2003 Owners Manual (in English)

²Depress the brake pedal until the
desired vehicle speed is reached,
press the SET ACC control.
Turning off speed control
There are two ways to turn off the speed control:
²Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will
not erase your vehicles previously set speed.
²Press the speed control OFF
control.
Note:When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.
FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE HANDLE
Your vehicle is equipped with a
locking fuel filler door. To open the
door, pull the handle up located on
the driver's side floor.
RSM
CST
SET
ACC
ON
OFF
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If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
²Make sure the parking brake is
set.
²Push the clutch pedal to the
floor.
3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a
light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.
Note:If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the
light may not
illuminate.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
BRAKEO/D
OFF
CHECK
FUEL
CAP
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Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
MANUAL TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
USING THE CLUTCH
Vehicles equipped with a manual transaxle have a starter interrupt
interlock that prevents cranking of the engine unless the clutch pedal is
depressed.
When starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle, you must:
1. Put the gearshift lever in the
neutral position.
2. Hold down the brake pedal.
3. Depress the clutch pedal.
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4. Without depressing the
accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition to position 4 (START),
release the ignition as soon as
the engine starts.
5. Let the engine idle for a few
seconds.
6. Release the brake pedal, then
slowly release the clutch pedal
while pressing down slowly on
the accelerator pedal.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do
not use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while
waiting on a hill. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life.
RECOMMENDED SHIFT SPEEDS
Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy:
Upshifts when accelerating
(recommended for best fuel economy)
1-2 22 km/h (14 mph)
2-3 40 km/h (25 mph)
3-4 55 km/h (34 mph)
4-5 70 km/h (44 mph)
Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy)
1-2 19 km/h (12 mph)
2-3 31 km/h (19 mph)
3-4 46 km/h (29 mph)
4-5 61 km/h (38 mph)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
INJ 30A** EEC (VPWR), EVR, MAF, IAC, Bulkhead,
HEGO fuse
MAIN 120A Main
ALT 15A* Alternator/ Regulator
(DRL) 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) unit
(feed), DRL relay
(DRL2)
(HLEV)15A*(DRL2)
10A(HLEV)DRL module, HLEV
PWR 1 15A* Auxiliary power point
FOG 20A* Foglamps, Foglamp indicator
A/C 15A* A/C clutch
(ABS) 25A* Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) SOL,
EVAC & FILL
PWR 2 15A* Auxiliary power point
IG MAIN 40A** Starter
HTR 40A** Blower motor, Blower motor relay
BTN 1 40A** JB - Accessory relay, Radio, TNS relay,
Cigar lighter, Cluster, Power mirror, GEM,
Accessory delay relay, Power windows,
Power moonroof
(ABS) 60A** ABS motor, EVAC & FILL
BTN 2 40A** JB - Radio, CD changer, Cluster, Dome
lamps, Map lamps, Cargo lamps, Horn
relay, GEM, Power locks, Speed control
MAIN FAN 40A**
(2.0 L)
50A(3.0 L)Main fan
R DEF 30A** Rear defroster
ADD FAN 40A**
(2.0 L)
50A(3.0 L)Add fan
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
EEC MAIN
ISOÐ EEC relay
FUEL PUMP
ISOÐ Fuel pump relay
MAIN FAN
ISOÐ Low-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine)
High-speed fan control relay 1 (3.0L
engine)
ADD FAN
ISOÐ High-speed fan control relay 1 (2.0L
engine)
Low-speed fan control relay (3.0L engine)
DEF RELAY
ISOÐ Rear defroster relay
ST RELAY
ISOÐ Starter relay
ADD FAN 2
ISOÐ High-speed fan control relay 2 (3.0L
engine)
Medium-speed fan control relay (2.0L
engine)
FOG RELAY
MICROÐ Foglamp relay
A/C RELAY
MICROÐ A/C clutch relay
OVERHEATING
If the temperature gauge indicates overheating and you experience
power loss, you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is
probably too hot.
If this happens:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
2. Shift the automatic transmission into P (Park) or the manual
transmission into the neutral position, and apply the parking brake.
3. Turn off the air conditioner.
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
²We provide a Scheduled Maintenance section which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
necessary parts and service. Check your ªWarranty Informationº to find
out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Genuine Mazda parts are designed and built
to provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been
running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot.
You could be burned. Don't inspect the coolant system or add
coolant when the engine is hot.
²Do not work on a hot engine.
²Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
²Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
²Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1
(First).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
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Working with the engine on
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
²Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in
N (Neutral).
2. Block the wheels.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under
the bottom of the instrument
panel.
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Air filter assembly
5. Power distribution box
6. Battery
7. Engine oil filler cap
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Checking and adding manual transmission fluid
1. Clean the filler plug.
2. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
3. Fluid level should be at bottom
of the opening.
4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is
at the bottom of the opening.
5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to theRefill
capacitiesin this chapter.
CLUTCH FLUID (MANUAL TRANSAXLE)
The clutch master cylinder and
brake master cylinder are part of
the same system; both are refillable
through the brake master cylinder
with brake fluid. For more
information on brake fluid
maintenance, refer toBrake fluidin
this chapter.
WARNING: Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the
eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Seek
medical if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water
and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, only use a Genuine Mazda air filter
element.
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