lock MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 2011 (in English) Repair Manual

Remove the lug wrench from the
jack in order to remove the spare
tire from under the vehicle.
Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped)
1. Insert the lug wrench through
the access hole in the rear
bumper.
2. Turn the handle
counterclockwise and lower the
spare tire until it can be slid
rearward and the cable is slack.
3. Slide the retainer through the
center of the wheel.
If equipped with a tether,
perform the following additional steps:
4. Lift the spare tire on end to
access tether attachment (1).
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5. Use the lug wrench to remove
the lug nut from the spare tire
tether.
6. If not replacing the spare or flat
tire to the underbody storage
area, raise winch up into the
installed position.
7. Use the attached fastener strap
(2) to tie the tether end to the
winch actuator shaft (if
equipped).
Tire change procedure
WARNING:When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the
transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or
slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission).
WARNING:To prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block both
sides of the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of
the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
WARNING:Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly. If
the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be
seriously injured. Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire,
and never get under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack.
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WARNING:Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to
avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the
wheel.
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
1. Block the diagonally opposite
wheel.
2. Loosen each wheel lug nut
one-half turn counterclockwise
but do not remove them until
the wheel is raised off the
ground.
Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations:
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3. Position the jack according to
the guides and turn the jack
handle clockwise until the tire is
a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm)
off the ground.
Never use the differentials as a
jacking point.
WARNING:To lessen the
risk of personal injury, do
not put any part of your body
under the vehicle while changing a
tire. Do not start the engine when
your vehicle is on the jack. The
jack is only meant for changing
the tire. Be sure any occupants
are out of the vehicle and in a safe
place.
4. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench.
5. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem
is facing outward. Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against
the hub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been
lowered.
6. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
7. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown. Refer toWheel lug nut
torque specificationslater in
this chapter for the proper lug
nut torque specification.
1
4 3
2 5
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Stowing the jack and tools
•Make sure the jack is fully
lowered.
•Reclip the tools onto the jack
making sure that the tools are
fully contained by the clips as
shown.
•Reinstall the jack in the pocket
with the left side first, then snap
the right side down.
•Ensure that the hold-strap
contains the jack and tools before snapping the buckle.
•Ensure that the jack and tools are oriented as illustrated.
Stowing the flat/spare tire
Note:Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in
failure of cable or loss of spare tire.
If you are stowing a tire that requires reattaching it to the
vehicle with a tether, perform these steps first, then proceed with
the steps following.
1. Place tire on end with valve
stem facing rearward, away
from vehicle.
2. Place tether into bolt holes in
wheel and attach lug nut using
lug wrench.
3. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing down. If your
vehicle is equipped with aluminum wheels, remove the wheel center
cap.
4. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the retainer
through the center of the wheel.
5. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle
increases significantly as the tire contacts the frame. The spare tire
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If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Emergency towing
In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your
vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat
towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions:
•Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward
direction.
•Place the transmission in N (Neutral). Refer toBrake-shift interlock
in theDrivingchapter for specific instructions if you cannot move the
gear shift lever into N (Neutral).
•Maximum speed is not to exceed 35 mph (56 km/h).
•Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km).
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Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Months or miles [km], whichever
comes first)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
Miles x 1,000 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90
(Km x 1,000) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96) (108) (120) (132) (144)
CHASSIS AND BODY
Brake lines, hoses and
connectionII I
Disc brakes I I I I I I
Drum brakes I I I
Rear differential fluid (4WD
only)
3Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Rotate tires, check wheel lug
nut torque
4Rotate tires every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)
Tire inflation and wear I I I I I I I IIIII
Steering operation and linkages I I I
Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I IIIII
Manual transmission fluid Replace every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Automatic transmission fluid Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Front and rear suspension ball
jointsII I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and
bodyII I
Exhaust system heat shields I I I
Locks and hingesLLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level I I I I I I I IIIII
1Change engine oil and replace oil filter every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or
6 months when use of E85 is 50% of the time or greater.
2According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform
maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties.
However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed
at the recommended time or miles (kilometers) period to ensure
long-term reliability.
3If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be
changed.
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Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Months or miles [km], whichever
comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
Miles x 1,000 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
(Km x 1,000) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96)
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Engine cooling system and hoses I I
Engine coolant Replace at 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months; every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or36 months thereafter
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS AND BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connection II
Disc brakes IIII
Drum brakes II
Rear differential fluid (4WD only)
4Replace every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Rotate tires, check wheel lug nut
torque
5Rotate tires every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)
Tire inflation and wear IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages I I
Power steering fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Manual transmission fluid Replace every 100,000 miles (160,000 km)
Automatic transmission fluid Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
Front and rear suspension ball joints I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body I I I I
Exhaust system heat shields I I
Locks and hinges LLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
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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, wheel
removal, etc.).
•Refer toWheel lug nut torque specificationsin theTires, Wheels
and Loadingchapter for the proper lug nut torque specification.
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle, we providescheduled maintenance
informationwhich makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Information 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.
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the
parking brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the
clutch pedal, place the gearshift in 1 (First), and release the clutch
pedal.
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
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Working with the engine on
1. For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, set the
parking brake and shift to P (Park). For vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission, set the parking brake, press and hold the
clutch pedal, place the gearshift in N (Neutral), and release the
clutch pedal.
2. Block the wheels.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, 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.
2. At the front of the vehicle, lift
up on the auxiliary latch handle
located in the center between
the hood and the grille.
3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.
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