engine oil MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE 4WD 2001 Owners Manual

Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic AlarmEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check fuel cap
Introduction
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Charging system
Illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position and the
engine is off. The light also
illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly, requiring
electrical system service.
Engine oil pressure
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON
position. Illuminates when the oil
pressure falls below the normal
range when the engine is running.
To avoid engine damage, stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil
level and add oil if needed.
Refer toEngine oil in theMaintenance and care chapter.
Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped)
Illuminates when 4x4 switch control
is turn to the ON position.
NOTE: If the light continues to
flash have the system serviced.
Door ajar
Illuminates when any door, liftgate
or liftgate window is open.
Instrumentation
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
24 15A Left/Right Stoplamps, Hight Mounted Stoplamp, Left/Right Trailer Stoplamp, ABS
Unit, ASC Unit (Brake Pedal Position
Switch), PCM, Shift Solenoid
25 30A Power Window Motor - Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear
26 30A Power Door Lock Motor - Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, GEM (Door
Lock Relay Coil), Power Seat
27 10A Audio, Cluster, Interior Lamp, Map Lamp Cargo Lamp
ACC Ð Accessory Relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical systems
from overloads.
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING: Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution
Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid
reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter.
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SCHEDULE 1
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary
(Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method)
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72
x 1000 Km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
(x 1000 Miles) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.5) (95)
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance
(for 2.0L engine) I
Engine timing belt (for 2.0L engine) Replace every 144,000 km (90,000 miles)
Engine oil R RRRRRRRRRR R
Oil filter R RRRRRRRRRR R
Drive belts I I I
PCV valve (for 2.0L engine) *1 Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles
PCV valve (for 3.0L engine) *1 Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
Hoses and tubes for
emission *1 I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs (PLATINUM-TIPPED
type) Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner filter R R R
Fuel filter *1 R R R
Fuel lines and hoses *1 I I I
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system I I I
Engine coolant Replace at first 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 36 months; after that, every 48,000 km (30,000
miles) or 24 months
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SCHEDULE 2
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary
(Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method)
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 Km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
(x 1000 Miles) (5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60)
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance
(for 2.0L engine) I
Engine timing belt (for 2.0L engine) Replace every 144,000 km (90,000 miles)
Engine oil R RRRRRRRRRR R
Engine oil (for Puerto Rico) Replace every 4,800 km (3,000 miles) (or 3 months)
Oil filter R RRRRRRRRRR R
Drive belts I I
PCV valve (for 2.0L engine) *1 Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles)
PCV valve (for 3.0L engine) *1 Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
Hoses and tubes for emission *1 I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs
(PLATINUM TIPPED type) Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner filter I R I R
Fuel filter *1 R R
Fuel lines & hoses *1 I I
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system I I
Engine coolant Replace at first 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 36 months; after that, every 48,000 km (30,000
miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant level I IIIIIIIIII I
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Brake 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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3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power distribution box
7. Battery
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual
transmissions).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
² 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine
FULL
ADD
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²3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again.
² If the oil level is between the MIN-MAX or ADD-FULL marks, the
oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
² If the oil level is below the MIN or ADD mark, add enough oil to raise
the level within the MIN±MAX or ADD-FULL range.
² 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine
MAX
MIN
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²3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
² Oil levels above the MAX or FULL mark may cause engine damage.
Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine
oil in this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine
oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX or FULL mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it is seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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