power steering fluid MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE HEV 2008 Owners Manual
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Rear Window
Defrost/Demist
Power Windows
Power Window LockoutPersonal Alarm System
Feature
Engine OilEngine Coolant
Engine Coolant
TemperatureDo Not Open When Hot
BatteryAvoid Smoking, Flames,
or Sparks
Battery AcidExplosive Gas
Fan WarningPower Steering Fluid
Maintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX MIN
Service Engine Soon
Engine Air FilterSpeed Control
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing.
Mazda may change the contents without notice.
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Introduction
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Pull the release lever to release the
brake. Driving with the parking
brake on will cause the brakes to
wear out quickly and reduce fuel
economy.
STEERING
Your vehicle is equipped with an Electric Power-Assisted Steering
(EPAS) system. There is no fluid reservoir to check or fill.
If your vehicle loses electrical power while you are driving (or if the
ignition is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes
more effort. Under extreme usage conditions, the steering effort may
increase. This occurs to prevent overheating and permanent damage to
your steering system. If this should occur, you will neither lose the ability
to steer the vehicle manually nor will it cause permanent damage.
Typical steering and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and
steering assist will return to normal.
If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:
•an improperly inflated tire
• uneven tire wear
• loose or worn suspension components
• loose or worn steering components
• improper steering alignment
A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering
seem to wander/pull.
PREPARING TO DRIVE
WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover
rate than other types of vehicles.
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Driving
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WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the
low voltage (underhood) battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the low voltage (underhood) battery has been disconnected and
reconnected, refer to the Low voltage (underhood) battery section of
the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
A 80A Midi Power steering control module B 125A Midi PDB 1 15A* Heated mirror
2 30A** Rear defroster
3 20A** Rear power point
4 20A** Fuel injector
5 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive power, TBCM
6 5A* Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
7 10A* Reverse lamps
8 5A* Transaxle Control Module (TCM)
9 50A** ABS
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Roadside Emergencies
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waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................243
wiper blades ............................244
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Compass, electronic ....................66 calibration .................................67
set zone adjustment .................66
Console ........................................60
Controls power seat .................................99
steering column ........................72
Coolant checking and adding ......258–260
refill capacities ................263, 281
specifications ..........................281
Cruise control .............................69
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................69
Customer
Assistance ..................231–232, 235
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................49
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................276
engine oil .................................253
Driving under special
conditions ..................194, 196, 199 sand .........................................197
snow and ice ...........................200
through water .................198, 201
E
Electronic message center .........74 Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..................222, 227
Emission control system ..........272
Engine ........................................283 cleaning ...................................243
idle speed control ...................256
lubrication specifications .......281
refill capacities ........................281
service points ..........................250
Engine oil ..................................253 checking and adding ..............253
dipstick ....................................253
filter, specifications ................255
recommendations ...................255
refill capacities ........................281
specifications ..........................281
Event data recording ..................14
Exhaust fumes ..........................185
F
Fluid capacities .........................281
Foglamps .....................................48
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road .......................195
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................190
Fuel ............................................264 calculating fuel
economy ............................75, 269
cap ...........................................266
capacity ...................................281
choosing the right fuel ...........267
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................271
detergent in fuel .....................268
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................264, 266, 269
filter, specifications ................264
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doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...........281
Lug nuts ....................................221
Luggage rack ...............................84
M
Manual transmission fluid capacities ........................281
lubricant specifications ..........281
Message center ...........................74 english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................76
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors ...................................65, 68 automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................65
fold away ...................................68
heated ........................................68
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Moon roof ....................................73
Motorcraft parts ........................264
N
Navigation system .......................41
O
Octane rating ............................268
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................253
P
Parking brake ............................189
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................107
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................207 Power door locks ........................87
Power mirrors .............................68
Power point .................................61
Power Seats .................................99
Power steering ..........................190
Power Windows ...........................64
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................190
R
Radio ............................................27
Relays ........................................204
Remote entry system .................88
illuminated entry ......................91
locking/unlocking doors .....88–89
opening the trunk .....................89
panic alarm ...............................90
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................91
replacing the batteries .............90
Roof rack .....................................84
S
Safety Canopy ...........................130
Safety defects, reporting ..........241
Safety restraints ........105, 109–113 Belt-Minder ...........................115
extension assembly ................114
for adults .........................110–112
for children .....................135–136
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................107
seat belt maintenance ............114
warning light and chime ........115
Safety seats for children ..........139
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