manual transmission MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 2009 (in English) Owner's Manual

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by an authorized
dealer.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully – put in first gear.
3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug, located on the lower, forward driver
side of the transmission, and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to the
Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this
chapter.
AIR FILTER
Refer to scheduled maintenance 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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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
ItemApplicationMazda part name or
equivalent Capacity
Brake fluid and (clutch fluid–if equipped) AllHigh Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Between MIN and MAX
on reservoir
Engine coolant 2.5L engine
Mazda yellow-colored
Premium Engine Coolant
1
7.4 quarts (7.0L)
3.0L engine 9.5 quarts (9.0L)
Engine oil (including filter change) 2.5L engine
SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil 5.0 quarts (4.73 L)
3.0L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
Transfer case fluid 4WD with
automatic
transmission API service GL-5
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant 12 ounces (0.35L)
4WD with manual transmission API service GL-5
SAE 80W-90
Manual transmission fluid Manual
transmission API service GL-4
SAE 75W-90 2.4 quarts (2.3L)
2
Automatic transmission
fluid Automatic
transmission MERCON
LV AT F
3
9 quarts (8.5L)
4
Rear axle fluid 4WDSAE 80W-90 Axle
Lubricant 2.4 pints (1.15L)
5
Windshield washer fluid All Ultra-Clear Windshield
Washer Concentrate 4.8 quarts (4.5L)
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information: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 number
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a transmission code on
the Safety Compliance Certification
Label . The following table tells you
which transmission each code
represents.
Description Code
Five-speed manual 3
Six-speed automatic 6
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
EXT PNT:XX RC: XXDSO:
WB BRK INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR XXXXX
XXX X XX X XX X XX \
XXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXX-XXXXXXX-XX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR
VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN
EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX
TYPE: XXX XXXXX
DATE: XX/XX GVWR:
XXXXXLB/ XXXXXKG
FRONT GAWR: XXXXL REAR GAWR: XXXXLB
AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD XXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMSXXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMS
FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................184
Accessory delay ..........................55
Air cleaner filter ...............291, 293
Air conditioningmanual heating and air
conditioning system .................36
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................108, 117, 120 and child safety seats ............110
description ..............108, 117, 120
disposal ....................................123
driver airbag ............110, 118, 121
indicator light .........116, 119, 123
operation .................110, 118, 121
passenger airbag .....110, 118, 121
side airbag ...............................117
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................200
Ambulance packages ....................7
AM/FM .........................................19
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................271
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................184–185
Anti-theft system ........................77
Audio system (see Radio) .........19
Automatic transmission ............193 driving an automatic
overdrive .................................195
fluid, refill capacities ..............293
fluid, specification ..................293
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....27
Auxiliary power point .................53
Axle lubricant specifications ..........293 refill capacities ........................293
B
Battery .......................................269 acid, treating emergencies .....269
jumping a disabled battery ....228
maintenance-free ....................269
servicing ..................................269
Belt-Minder .............................103
Booster seats .............................137
Brakes ........................................184 anti-lock ...........................184–185
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................185
fluid, checking and adding ....289
fluid, refill capacities ..............293
fluid, specifications .................293
lubricant specifications ..........293
parking ....................................186
shift interlock ..........................193
Bulbs ............................................44
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....293
Cargo area shade ........................62
Cargo management system ........63
CD ................................................19
Cell phone warning ...................298
Child safety seats ......................128 attaching with tether straps ..134
in front seat ............................129
in rear seat ..............................129
LATCH .....................................132
recommendations ...................126
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................137
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cargo lamps ...............................40
daytime running light ...............40
fog lamps ...................................39
headlamps .................................39
headlamps, flash to pass ..........40
instrument panel, dimming .....40
interior lamps .....................43–45
replacing bulbs .........................45
LATCH anchors .........................132
Liftgate ..................................61, 74
Lights, warning and indicator ....12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........185
Load limits .................................164
Loading instructions .................170
Locks autolock ...............................69–70
childproof ..................................72
doors ..........................................69
Lubricant specifications ...........293
Lug nuts ....................................226
Luggage rack ...............................64
Lumbar support, seats ...............86
M
Manual transmission .................198 fluid capacities ........................293
fluid, checking and adding ....291
lubricant specifications ..........293
reverse .....................................199
Mirrors ...................................55–56 fold away ...................................56
heated ........................................56
side view mirrors (power) .......56
Moon roof ....................................59
Motorcraft parts ........................277
O
Octane rating ............................281 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................265
Overdrive ...................................195
Overheating ...............................227
P
Parking brake ............................186
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................95
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................212
Power door locks ........................69
Power mirrors .............................56
Power point .................................53
Power Seats .................................86
Power steering ..........................192
fluid, refill capacity ................293
fluid, specifications .................293
Power Windows ...........................54
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................193
R
Radio ............................................19
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................126
Relays ........................................208
Remote entry system ...........72–73 illuminated entry ................76–77
locking/unlocking doors .....73–74
opening the trunk .....................74
panic alarm ...............................74
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................75
replacing the batteries .............74
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Transmissionautomatic operation ...............193
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....193
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................289
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .........................289, 291
fluid, refill capacities ..............293
lubricant specifications ..........293
manual operation ....................198
Trunk ...........................................63
Turn signal ..................................42
U
USB port ......................................29
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................296 Vehicle loading ..........................164
Ventilating your vehicle ...........182
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid
..............................263
Water, Driving through .............206
Windows power .........................................54
rear wiper/washer .....................50
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................49
checking and adding fluid .....263
liftgate reservoir .....................263
replacing wiper blades ...264–265
Wrecker towing .........................234
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