traction control MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 2008 Quick Tips (in English)
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DRIVER’S VIEW 
Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features 
1. Power window switches,
see Mirrors/Windows
2. Power door locks,
see Locks
3. Dual power mirrors,
see Mirrors/Windows
4. Air vents
5. Turn signals/headlight
high beams/wiper/
washer lever,
see Getting Started
6. Instrument panel
lighting
Move thumbwheel up/down 
to brighten/dim.
Move thumbwheel up/down
past detent to turn interior
lights on/off.
7. Cruise control*,see Getting Started
8. Hazard warning switch
Push on/off.
9. Horn/Air bag
10. Ignition switch
11. Auxiliary power point
12. Passenger air bag 
off indicator,
see Getting Started
13. DisplayClock and audio display.
14. Audio system,
see Audio Systems
15. Climate control panel,
see Climate Controls
16. Heated seats*,
see Climate Controls
17. Auxiliary input jackConnect portable music device
to in-vehicle audio system.
18. Storage
19. Cupholders
20. Gearshift lever (A/T)*,
see Transaxle
21. Traction Control System,
see Driving Tips
22. Tilt steering-wheel lever,see Getting Started
23. Hood release 
handle
Pull to open partially.
24. Parking brake
25. Parking brake release
lever
26. Lighting control knob,see Getting Started
Driver’s
View
*Denotes optional equipment
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features 
WARNING LIGHTS
• Anti-lock BrakeSystem (ABS)
ABS malfunction, normal brakes
only, dealer inspection required
• Always fasten  seat belts
•  Air bag readiness  Front or side air bag malfunction,
dealer inspection required
•  High beams on
•  Cruise control on*,see Getting Started
• Door ajar
• Brake system Parking brake on/low brake fluid
• Overdrive off  indicator*,  see Transaxle
•  Check engine indicator Dealer inspection required if light
remains on, see Owner’s Manual
•  Engine oil pressure  Stop car when safe and turn
off engine; check oil level
• Charging system  Charging system malfunction;
dealer inspection required
• Turn signals/hazard  warning on
• Low fuel
•  Check fuel cap Fuel cap not securely tightened
• Anti-theft on
• Throttle control/ powertrain 
Illuminates when a powertrain
or throttle body fault has been
detected; dealer inspection
required if indicator remains on
• Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS),
see Getting Started
• Traction Control System (TCS)/Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC)/
Roll Stability Control (RSC)
Light flashes when system is 
activated while driving; dealer
inspection required if light
remains on
Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster
*Denotes optional equipment
GAUGES
1. Tachometer
2. Speedometer
3. Fuel gauge 16.5-gallon/62-liter tank 
(2.3L and 3.0L). 4. Odometer/trip odometer
selector
Press to toggle between
odometer and trip odometer.
Tip: Press and hold for more
than  1 second to reset trip
odometer.
5. Odometer
6. Coolant temperature gauge
If above normal range, stop
vehicle and turn off engine, check
coolant level when safe.
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DRIVING TIPS
Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features 
Driving Tips
Tire economy and tipsCheck pressure monthly when
tires are cold, see Owner’s Manual
for rotation schedule and chart.
Tire pressure Decal on driver’s door latch 
pillar provides tire size and 
pressure information.
Tire chains**
†Tire chains can damage 
aluminum wheels; use on 
steel wheels only.
Tips: Use only SAE class “S”
chains, install only on front
axles if vehicle is 2WD 
(with P235/70R16 tires) and 
on both axles if 4WD. 
Install as tightly as possible
and retighten periodically.
Never exceed 30 mph with 
tire chains.
Anti-lock Braking 
System (ABS)
ABS automatically reduces
hydraulic pressure to any wheel
on the verge of locking up.
You may feel a slight pulsing of
the brake pedal and hear a clicking
noise; this tells you the ABS is
functioning properly; increase pressure
on pedal for maximum braking.  
Tips: Maintain constant 
pressure on the brake pedal.
Do not pump the brakes.
ABS self test
A self-diagnostic test is performed
when starting; you may feel some
brake pedal pulsation and hear
some noise, this is normal.Traction Control System (TCS)
Enhances traction and safety 
by regulating engine torque.
When TCS detects drive wheel
slippage it lowers engine torque
to prevent loss of traction.
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
Controls braking and engine
torque in conjunction with ABS
and TCS to help control side slip
on slippery surfaces or during 
sudden or evasive maneuvering.
Roll Stability Control (RSC) 
System determines when corrective
action is needed; by controlling
engine torque and braking 
on each wheel.
Tip: For additional service
details, see Owner’s Manual.
Break-in period
First 1,000 miles: Avoid heavy
repeated brake use; avoid full
throttle, rapid acceleration or 
kick-down of transaxle; drive at
varying road and engine speeds. 
Do not tow a trailer for first 500 miles.
Do not use special break-in oils.
Tip: Follow the same procedures
with newly overhauled engine
or when brakes are replaced.
Normal maintenance notes
Change engine oil/replace filter
every 5,000*/7,500 miles; rotate
tires every 7,500 miles or sooner 
if needed; replace cabin air filter
every 25,000 miles or 24 months.
A.Change: Engine oil/replace filter
Inspect: Engine coolant level, brake
fluid level, tire inflation pressure
and tire wear, power steering 
fluid level, washer fluid level
Lube: Locks and hingesB.Inspect: Disc brakes
C.Inspect: Drive belts (3.0 liter),
fuel lines and hoses, brake lines, 
hoses and connections, drum 
brakes, steering operation and 
linkages, front and rear suspension
ball joints, driveshaft dust 
boots, exhaust system heat 
shields, chassis/bodybolts and 
nuts, cooling system and hoses
Replace: Fuel filter
D.Inspect: Drive belts (2.3 liter)
Replace: Air filter
E.Inspect: Hoses and tubes 
for emission system
F.  Replace: Spark plugs
Inspect: Engine valve clearance 
(2.3 liter), adjust if noisy
G.Replace: PCV valve (3.0 liter), 
engine coolant (yellow)
7,500 miles
15,000 miles
22,500 miles
30,000 miles
37,500 miles
45,000 miles
52,500 miles
60,000 miles
67,500 miles
75,000 miles
82,500 miles
90,000 miles
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** Denotes optional equipment†See Owner’s Manual