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Mazda 2009 Tribute HEV Owner's Manual

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2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)
Owners Guide, 1st Printing
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning lights and chimes Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) USB port Satellite radio information Navigation system Climate Controls Dual automatic temperature control Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Electronic stability control Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches...
  • Page 3 Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant and Motor/Electronics Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data Accessories Service Maintenance Section Normal scheduled maintenance and log Special operating conditions and log Index All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from MNAO.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Mazda Motor Corporation and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.mazdausa.com •...

  • Page 5: Warning Symbols On Your Vehicle

    Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment.

  • Page 6: Hybrid Operation

    Introduction Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. HYBRID OPERATION The Hybrid is a whole new kind of SUV that combines electric and gasoline propulsion without compromise, to provide breakthrough performance and efficiency.

  • Page 7: Unique Hybrid Operating Characteristics

    Introduction Transmission Operation: Due to the technologically advanced, electronically controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT) you will not feel shift changes like those of a non-hybrid vehicle. Your Hybrid’s transmission is designed to do its work seamlessly. Since your engine speed is controlled by the transmission, it may seem elevated at times.

  • Page 8: Driving To Optimize Fuel Economy

    Introduction Engine: The engine speed in your hybrid is not directly tied to your vehicle speed. Your vehicle’s engine and transmission are designed to deliver the power you need at the most efficient engine speed. During heavy accelerations, your hybrid may reach high engine speeds (up to 6000 RPM).
  • Page 9 The “ECON” mode turns itself off when you select defrost or defrost/floor mode, although on cold days, you may still experience engine shut-down while in defrost or defrost/floor mode. Drive Habits: Aggressive driving increases the amount of energy required to move your vehicle. In general, better fuel economy is achieved with mild to moderate acceleration and deceleration.
  • Page 10 Introduction Frequently asked questions Question What are the series of clicks from the cargo area when I first turn the key in the ignition? Why does the engine always start at key-on? After I start my car in the morning, why does it take a long time before the engine shuts down? Why does my engine never shut...
  • Page 11 Question Why does my engine stay ON when it’s extremely cold outside? Why does my engine rev up so high sometimes when I accelerate? What does it mean when my power assist gauge moves to the right? To the left? What is the fan noise and slight tapping sound I hear from the rear of my hybrid?
  • Page 12 Introduction Question How far can I go in Electric Drive if I run out of gas? What is the engine oil change service interval? Can I put E10 or E85 in my vehicle, and how will it affect my fuel economy? How long will my high voltage battery last? Does it need maintenance?

  • Page 13: Special Notices

    Question What is the purpose of the ECON button? Can I tow the hybrid behind my motor home with all four wheels down? SPECIAL NOTICES New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.

  • Page 14: Service Data Recording

    In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Mazda North American Operations, Mazda Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
  • Page 15 Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Manual carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.
  • Page 16 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert Protecting the Environment Airbag - Front Passenger Airbag Off Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash/Wipe...
  • Page 17 Air Filter Check Fuel Cap INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing. Mazda may change the contents without notice. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Introduction...

  • Page 18: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster Instrument cluster Multi-function lever (pg. 20) (pg. 61) Hazard flasher control (pg. 218) Headlamp control (pg. 49) Steering wheel controls* (pg. 74) Speed controls* (pg. 71) Hood release Parking brake release (pg. 267) (pg. 201) * if equipped 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 19 Climate controls (pg. 44) Electronic stability Auxiliary power point (pg. 66) (pg. 202) 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Instrument Cluster Audio system (pg. 27) Auxiliary input jack (pg. 35) USB port* (pg. 37) control *if equipped...

  • Page 20: Warning Lights And Chimes

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a safety hazard or a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.
  • Page 21 WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the on position when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or...
  • Page 22 Instrument Cluster Seat belt: Reminds you to fasten your seat belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your seat belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature. Master vehicle electrical hazard warning lamp: Indicates Hybrid component fault/failure that will cause the vehicle to shutdown or...
  • Page 23 Engine or motor electronic coolant temperature: Illuminates when the coolant temperature exceeds the threshold. When the light is flashing or remains on, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant and motor/electronics coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
  • Page 24 Instrument Cluster Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Throttle control/Powertrain: Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open.

  • Page 25: Gauges

    GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Battery gauge: Provides information about the vehicle’s energy usage. • ASSIST — Battery provides extra power to boost the vehicle’s acceleration. • CHARGE — Storing extra energy in the battery when coasting or slowing down.
  • Page 26 Instrument Cluster Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. To reset, press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display. Press the control again to select the TRIP B feature. Press and hold the RESET button to reset. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.

  • Page 27: Entertainment Systems

    WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 28 Entertainment Systems AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition is turned back on.

  • Page 29: Rds Radio

    Entertainment Systems To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use SEEK/TRACK toggle AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate;...
  • Page 30 Entertainment Systems To auto load up to six discs– Press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD #. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted.

  • Page 31: Satellite Radio

    Entertainment Systems In MP3 folder mode– Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons (0–9) of the desired folder. The system will advance to that specific folder. TEXT: In MP3 mode only– Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available. In TEXT MODE–...
  • Page 32 Entertainment Systems DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if available.
  • Page 33 SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display.

  • Page 34: Sound Adjustments

    Entertainment Systems SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off. Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features: BASS: Press...

  • Page 35: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)

    Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
  • Page 36 Entertainment Systems Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1.

  • Page 37: Usb Port

    USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.

  • Page 38: General Audio Information

    Entertainment Systems GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: •...
  • Page 39 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

  • Page 40: Satellite Radio Information

    Entertainment Systems • MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. •...
  • Page 41 Mazda Motor Corporation shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12-digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account.
  • Page 42 Entertainment Systems Radio Display Condition ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. SAT FAULT Internal module or system failure INVALID CHNL Channel no longer UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not available for this NO TEXT Artist information not 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 43: Navigation System

    Radio Display Condition NO TEXT Song title information not available. NO TEXT Category information not available. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. UPDATING Update of channel programming in CALL SIRIUS Satellite service has 1–888–539–7474 been deactivated by...

  • Page 44: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL 1. AUTO/Driver temperature: Press to engage full automatic operation. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. Turn to increase/decrease the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle.
  • Page 45 Defrost/Floor: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demister vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. On days where the outside temperature is approximately freezing or higher, the engine will run continuously in this mode. : Press to activate/deactivate the climate control Power/ system.

  • Page 46: Operating Tips

    Climate Controls 12. ECON: Press to activate/deactivate economy air conditioning operation. ECON mode may provide improved fuel economy by allowing the gasoline engine to shut down even if air conditioning is requested. When the gas engine turns off, the A/C compressor does not operate to cool the cabin and comfort may be reduced.
  • Page 47 For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Make sure ECON mode is deactivated. • Manual operation: 1. Select A/C. 2. Select 3.

  • Page 48: Rear Window Defroster

    Climate Controls REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. The vehicle must be on to operate the rear window defroster. Press to turn the rear window defroster on.

  • Page 49: Lights

    Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

  • Page 50: Autolamp Delay System (If Equipped)

    Lights Autolamp delay system (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with autolamps, you can set the delay time to keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after the key is turned off. The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory, but the delay time may be changed by following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within 10 seconds): 1.

  • Page 51: High Beams

    High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: •...

  • Page 52: Panel Dimmer Control

    Lights PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps.

  • Page 53: Turn Signal Control

    3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover the left-hand headlamp with an opaque cloth. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge of high intensity light towards the right.

  • Page 54: Interior Lamps

    Lights INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp control has three positions: • OFF: In this position, the lamp will not illuminate when the doors are open or when attempting to turn the dome lamp on by fully rotating the dimmer control...

  • Page 55: Cargo And Dome Lamp

    Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors.

  • Page 56: Replacing Interior Bulbs

    Lights Note: The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. Function Number of bulbs Headlamps (high and low beams) Park/turn/sidemarker lamps (front) Rear stop/tail/sidemarker Backup lamp Fog lamp (front) Center High-mount stop lamp...

  • Page 57: Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs

    When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, turn the new bulb clockwise to install. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 58: Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs

    Lights Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly screws.

  • Page 59: Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs

    4. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 6. To install, carefully press the lamp assembly into liftgate. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1.

  • Page 60: Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (If Equipped)

    Lights Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position. 2. From underneath the vehicle, carefully disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 3. Remove the bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling out on the bulb while squeezing on the upper and lower snap clips at the same time.

  • Page 61: Driver Controls

    After a short period of time, turn the switch on and the blades should operate normally. If they don’t resume functioning, consult an authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Wait until the weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative.

  • Page 62: Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls

    Driver Controls Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 2 — Normal speed operation of rear wiper. INT 1 — Intermittent operation of rear wiper. OFF —...

  • Page 63: Illuminated Visor Mirror

    WARNING: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 64: Electronic Compass

    Driver Controls The tray and inside bin can be removed to open up space to fit a laptop computer, MP3 players, CDs or handbags. To remove, open the console lid and pull the bin straight up and out from the console housing.

  • Page 65: Compass Zone Adjustment

    Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press the SETUP control to select the Update Zone function and display the current ZONE XX in the center stack display.

  • Page 66: Auxiliary Power Point (12V)

    Driver Controls 2. To calibrate, press and hold the RESET control for approximately ten seconds until CAL appears. Release the control. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration.
  • Page 67 • do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket.

  • Page 68: Power Windows

    Driver Controls Do not keep electrical devices plugged in the power point whenever the device is not in use. It is not recommended to use any extension cord with the 110 VAC power point, since it will defeat the safety protection design provided by the cap and twist tab.

  • Page 69: One Touch Down (Auto)

    Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; this noise can be alleviated by lowering a front window approximately two to three inches. One touch down (AUTO) Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down.

  • Page 70: Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (If Equipped)

    Driver Controls Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror that has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the interior mirror.

  • Page 71: Fold-Away Mirrors

    Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror...

  • Page 72: Setting Speed Control

    Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control and release it.
  • Page 73 Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control.

  • Page 74: Steering Wheel Controls (If Equipped)

    Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Press the speed control OFF control. •...

  • Page 75: Moon Roof

    In Radio mode: • Press to access the next/previous preset station. In CD mode: • Press to listen to the next track on the disc. In Satellite radio mode: • Press to advance through preset channels. In any mode: • Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust the volume.
  • Page 76 Driver Controls To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, opening, closing and venting feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch operation, press the control a second time.

  • Page 77: Message Center

    Driver Controls Accessory delay: With accessory delay, the window switches, audio system, and moon roof (if equipped) may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either front door is opened. MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the on position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays...

  • Page 78: Distance To Empty (Dte)

    Driver Controls Distance to empty (DTE) Selecting this function from the INFO menu will give you an estimate of how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition off when refueling your vehicle.

  • Page 79: Electric Energy

    Driver Controls Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows , one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset. Electric Energy Select this function from the INFO menu for the state of charge of the high voltage battery.
  • Page 80 Driver Controls Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored. If you don’t press any button, the system will cycle itself. The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. Oil life 2.

  • Page 81: Autolamp Delay

    Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change the message display from English to Metric. Autolamp delay This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.

  • Page 82: System Warnings/Information

    Driver Controls Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. 3.
  • Page 83 Warnings Stop safely now High engine temperature High motor temperature Park brake engaged XXX miles to E fuel level low Liftgate/Glass ajar Check fuel fill inlet Check brake system Brake fluid level low Regen brakes disabled Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault XX% oil life change soon Oil change required...
  • Page 84 Driver Controls WARNING: When the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot. HIGH MOTOR TEMPERATURE — Displayed when the motor electronics are overheating.
  • Page 85 TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

  • Page 86: Cargo Area Features

    Driver Controls CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo shade (if equipped) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. To install the shade: • Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the mounting features located behind the rear seat on the rear trim panels.

  • Page 87: Luggage Rack

    LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack. The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lb (45 kg), evenly distributed on the cross-bars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars as possible.
  • Page 88 Driver Controls 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail. To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails: 1.
  • Page 89 Driver Controls 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 90: Locks And Security

    Locks and Security KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, and a remote keyless entry transmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start.

  • Page 91: Recommended Handling Of The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (Ikt)

    Locks and Security Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder, place your thumb on the center thumb rest of the IKT...

  • Page 92: Power Door Locks

    Locks and Security POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. All other doors will remain locked.

  • Page 93: Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure

    Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process.

  • Page 94: Deactivating/Activating Autounlock

    Locks and Security Deactivating/activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are two methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • by using the power door unlock/lock sequence. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature.

  • Page 95: Childproof Door Locks

    Locks and Security CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door.

  • Page 96: Two Step Door Unlocking

    Locks and Security The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors. • remotely lock all the vehicle doors. • remotely open the power liftgate glass. • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entry feature. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the start position.
  • Page 97 Switching from two step to one step door unlocking Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door unlocking by pressing and holding both simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately 4 seconds. The turn signal will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle has switched to one step unlocking.

  • Page 98: Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)

    Locks and Security To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring in order to remove the battery cover. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board.

  • Page 99: Illuminated Entry

    Locks and Security Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: •...

  • Page 100: Anti-Theft System

    Locks and Security You may also perform the following power door lock sequence to enable/disable the perimeter lamps feature. Note: Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.

  • Page 101: Anti-Theft Indicator

    Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

  • Page 102: Automatic Arming

    Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on position.
  • Page 103 Tips: • Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standard SecuriLock™ keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.
  • Page 104 Locks and Security If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features.

  • Page 105: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s seat belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 106 Seating and Safety Restraints To adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint.
  • Page 107 Seating and Safety Restraints To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint.
  • Page 108 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 109 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips and the shoulder belt snug across the chest. WARNING: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don’t get the full protection from seat belts.
  • Page 110 Seating and Safety Restraints Move the rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord...

  • Page 111: Rear Seats

    Seating and Safety Restraints To operate the heated seats: • Push the button located on the instrument panel to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the on position. REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision.
  • Page 112 Seating and Safety Restraints Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. 3. Pull the seat release control. Note: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 113 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Flip seat forward. Attach the seat belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button. This will ensure that seat belt does not get caught by staying out of the seat back folding path.
  • Page 114 Seating and Safety Restraints 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place and the red seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible. 2.
  • Page 115 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Make sure seat belt buckle heads are through elastic holders on seat backs. Seat belt buckles may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down. WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.

  • Page 116: Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints To install the rear cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries.

  • Page 117: How Does The Personal Safety System Work

    Seating and Safety Restraints How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints control module (RCM).

  • Page 118: Front Passenger Sensing System

    Seating and Safety Restraints Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants in rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag.

  • Page 119: Front Seatbelt Pretensioners

    Seating and Safety Restraints Front seat belt usage sensors The front seat belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger seat belts are fastened. This information allows your Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and seat belt pretensioner activation depending upon seat belt usage.

  • Page 120: Safety Restraints Precautions

    Seating and Safety Restraints Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips and the shoulder belt snug across the chest. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

  • Page 121: Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts

    Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying airbag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side airbag (if equipped) in a moderate collision.

  • Page 122: Vehicle Sensitive Mode

    Seating and Safety Restraints • The front and rear outboard seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the seat belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. All seat belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.

  • Page 123: How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode

    Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

  • Page 124: Seatbelt Height Adjustment

    Seating and Safety Restraints Seat belt height adjustment Your vehicle has seat belt height adjustments at the front outboard seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze and hold the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down.

  • Page 125: Seat Belt Extension Assembly

    12 inch (31 cm) seat belt extension assembly can be added (part numbers 611C22–A and 611C22–B respectively). Seat belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your authorized Mazda dealership. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the seat belt.
  • Page 126 Seating and Safety Restraints The Belt-Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning. To avoid activating the Belt-Minder feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat, warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system.
  • Page 127 Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing seat belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Crashes are rare events I’m not going far Belts are uncomfortable I was in a hurry Seat belts don’t work Traffic is light Belts wrinkle my clothes...

  • Page 128: One-Time Disable

    Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... I have an airbag I’d rather be thrown clear WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled seat belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bag system and result in serious injury, ejection and death.
  • Page 129 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle.

  • Page 130: Airbags

    Seating and Safety Restraints AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the seat belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. WARNING: Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a...
  • Page 131 Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Consult your authorized Mazda dealership before installation of additional equipment. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...
  • Page 132 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 133 Seating and Safety Restraints The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
  • Page 134 Seating and Safety Restraints Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions.
  • Page 135 Seating and Safety Restraints The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. • When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled.
  • Page 136 Seating and Safety Restraints Pass Airbag Off Occupant Indicator Lamp Empty seat Unlit Small child in child safety seat or booster Small child with seat belt buckled or unbuckled Adult Unlit WARNING: Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the back seat. After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on seat belts, it’s very important that they continue to sit properly.
  • Page 137 Seating and Safety Restraints Pass Airbag Off Objects Indicator Lamp Small (i.e. three-ring Unlit binder, small purse, bottled water) Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Empty seat, or small to medium object with seat belt buckled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is incorrect, check for the following: •...
  • Page 138 DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized Mazda dealer. Ask the front seat occupant to sit in a rear seat until the air bag system if checked by the authorized Mazda Dealer.

  • Page 139: Determining If The System Is Operational

    Seating and Safety Restraints Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the status of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required.
  • Page 140 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group.
  • Page 141 Seating and Safety Restraints The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration.
  • Page 142 (if equipped), fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing side-curtain airbags. See your authorized Mazda dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their seat belts even when an airbag SRS and side-curtain airbags (if equipped) are provided.
  • Page 143 Seating and Safety Restraints How do the side-curtain airbags (if equipped) work? The design and development of the side air curtain system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group.
  • Page 144 Seating and Safety Restraints The side-curtain airbags are mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above the first and second row seats. In certain lateral collisions or rollover events, the side-curtain airbags will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. In certain rollover events, the side-curtain airbag (if equipped) on both sides of the vehicle will be inflated, regardless of which seats are occupied.

  • Page 145: Disposal Of Airbags And Airbag Equipped Vehicles (Including Pretensioners)

    If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.
  • Page 146 Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Mazda recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
  • Page 147 Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Larger Children who have outgrown or no children longer properly fit in a belt-positioning booster seat (generally children who are at least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall or greater than 80 lb (36 kg) or 100 lb (45 kg) if recommended by child restraint manufacturer)

  • Page 148: Recommendations For Attaching Child Safety Restraints For Children

    Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Use any attachment method as indicated LATCH (lower Restraint Child anchors Type Weight and top tether anchor) Rear Up to facing 48 lb child seat (21 kg) Forward Up to facing 48 lb...

  • Page 149: Transporting Children

    Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Mazda recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.

  • Page 150: Safety Seats For Children

    Seating and Safety Restraints If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can be restrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt-positioning booster.

  • Page 151: Installing Child Safety Seats With Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts

    Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts The rear seat head restraints must be removed when using a child seat that utilizes the top tether anchor. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible.
  • Page 152 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 153 Seating and Safety Restraints 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.

  • Page 154: Attaching Child Safety Seats With Latch (Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children) Attachments

    Mazda Motor Corporation recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.

  • Page 155: Use Of Inboard Lower Anchors From The Outboard Seating Positions (Center Seating Use)

    Seating and Safety Restraints The LATCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seatback. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter.

  • Page 156: Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps

    Seating and Safety Restraints If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it.
  • Page 157 Seating and Safety Restraints The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.

  • Page 158: Child Booster Seats

    To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Mazda Motor Corporation recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)

  • Page 159: When Children Should Use Booster Seats

    Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder seat belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion, while minimizing slouching.
  • Page 160 Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield.

  • Page 161: The Importance Of Shoulder Belts

    Seating and Safety Restraints Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder.

  • Page 162: Child Restraint And Seat Belt Maintenance

    Refer to the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Mazda Motor Corporation recommends that all seat belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.

  • Page 163: Tires, Wheels And Loading

    NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under...

  • Page 164: Vehicle Characteristics

    Tires, Wheels and Loading VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS 4WD Systems (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Four Wheel Drive (4WD) system. With the 4WD option, power will be delivered to the front wheels and distributed to the rear wheels as needed. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.

  • Page 165: Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Mazda Motor Corporation to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
  • Page 166 Tires, Wheels and Loading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 ⁄...

  • Page 167: Glossary Of Tire Terminology

    Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacture.

  • Page 168: Inflating Your Tires

    Always inflate your tires to the Mazda recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Mazda recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
  • Page 169 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change. A 10°F (6°C) temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure.

  • Page 170: Tire Care

    Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs.

  • Page 171: U.s. Dot Tire Identification Number (Tin)

    WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives. In general, tires should be replaced after 6 years regardless of tread wear.
  • Page 172 Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Mazda dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.

  • Page 173: Safety Practices

    The tire pressure monitoring sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Mazda Motor Corporation may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.

  • Page 174: Tire And Wheel Alignment

    Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of your vehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If your vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may be out of alignment.

  • Page 175: Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall

    Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Mazda dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
  • Page 176 Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below. (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1.
  • Page 177 Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Note: For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph (240 km/h), tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR. For those with a maximum speed capability over 186 mph (299 km/h), tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR.
  • Page 178 Tires, Wheels and Loading 11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle.
  • Page 179 Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires “LT” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1.
  • Page 180 Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example.

  • Page 181: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
  • Page 182 Tires, Wheels and Loading The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 183 Tires, Wheels and Loading Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low.

  • Page 184: When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly

    Tires, Wheels and Loading When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended.

  • Page 185: When Inflating Your Tires

    Low Tire Pressure Possible cause Customer Action Required Warning Light Flashing Warning Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in Light TPMS malfunction When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires.

  • Page 186: Snow Tires And Cables

    SNOW TIRES AND CABLES WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Mazda. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
  • Page 187 Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label).
  • Page 188 Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) –...
  • Page 189 Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR.
  • Page 190 Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.
  • Page 191 WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
  • Page 192 Tires, Wheels and Loading • A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years.

  • Page 193: Trailer Towing

    Tires, Wheels and Loading TRAILER TOWING Mazda strongly discourages towing with the Tribute Hybrid vehicle. Your vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towing packages or towing accessories are available through your dealer. RECREATIONAL TOWING An example of “recreational towing” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.

  • Page 194: Driving

    Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the vehicle is not running. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate.

  • Page 195: Important Safety Precautions

    Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked.

  • Page 196: Starting The Vehicle

    Driving 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the vehicle 1.

  • Page 197: Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes

    Note: After starting the vehicle, the engine may stop running to conserve fuel after it is warmed-up and the high voltage battery is sufficiently charged. Note: If the vehicle does not start, put the gearshift lever into P (Park), turn the ignition off, then attempt to start the vehicle again. If the vehicle still does not start, it may require refueling, jump starting, resetting of the fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches or service.
  • Page 198 Driving WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations for proper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

  • Page 199: Brakes

    Brake dust can be cleaned by weekly washing with soapy water and a soft sponge. Heavier deposits can be removed with Mazda Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A). Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).

  • Page 200: Using Abs

    Driving Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.

  • Page 201: Parking Brake

    Regenerative braking does not take the place of the standard friction brakes; it only assists them. Regenerative braking has also been designed to interact with the anti-lock brake system (ABS). Regenerative braking is disabled when the ABS is activated or the battery is fully charged. Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked.

  • Page 202: Electronic Stability Control

    Driving 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. ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the the performance of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system.
  • Page 203 WARNING: If a failure has been detected within the AdvanceTrac with RSC system, the sliding car icon illuminate steadily. Verify that the AdvanceTrac with RSC system is not manually disabled (push the AdvanceTrac with RSC “Off “ button located on the center of the instrument panel). If the sliding car icon still illuminates steadily, have the system service by an authorized dealer immediately.
  • Page 204 Driving When AdvanceTrac with RSC performs a normal system self-check, some drivers may notice a rumble, grunting, or grinding noise after startup and when driving off. When an event occurs that activates AdvanceTrac with RSC you may experience the following: •...
  • Page 205 Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directional stability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely or avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes to one or more of the wheels individually and, if necessary, reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally.
  • Page 206 Driving The Roll Stability Control system may be deactivated in certain situations. See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac with RSC section following. Switching Off AdvanceTrac with RSC If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose engine power, switching off certain features of the AdvanceTrac with RSC system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin.

  • Page 207: Preparing To Drive

    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: •...

  • Page 208: Transmission Operation

    Driving AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the on position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brake lamps are not operating properly.
  • Page 209 WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. Drive slowly and carefully to your authorized dealer. Understanding the gearshift positions of the electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transmission (eCVT) P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from...
  • Page 210 Driving WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse).

  • Page 211: Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System (If Equipped)

    FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Your vehicle is equipped with an intelligent 4WD System that continuously monitors vehicle conditions and automatically adjusts the power distribution between the front and rear wheels.
  • Page 212 Driving If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, and ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.

  • Page 213: Emergency Maneuvers

    WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers •...

  • Page 214: Mud And Water

    Mazda Motor Corporation joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 215 Driving Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally up or down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight up or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills.

  • Page 216: Maintenance And Modifications

    The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide durable load carrying capability and predictable performance whether loaded or empty. For this reason, Mazda Motor Corporation strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.

  • Page 217: Driving Through Water

    Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars) or the bottom of the hubs (for trucks).

  • Page 218: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash.
  • Page 219 Roadside Emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, behind a flip-up cover. The high voltage shut-off switch is located in the cargo area on the passenger side of the vehicle in the jack compartment, behind the jack access door.

  • Page 220: Fuses And Relays

    Roadside Emergencies To reset the switch(es): 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button. Both switches should be checked and reset. 4.

  • Page 221: Standard Fuse Amperage Rating/Color

    Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse Mini Standard rating fuses fuses Grey Grey Violet Violet Pink Pink 7.5A Brown Brown Blue Blue Yellow Yellow Natural Natural Green Green — — — — — — — — — — Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the right-hand side of the center console, by the instrument panel.
  • Page 222 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits 110V inverter Brake On/Off switch Not used (spare) Moon roof Brake Shift Interlock (BSI), SPDJB Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left)
  • Page 223 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Not used (spare) All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release, Liftglass release Heated seat Rear wiper Datalink Fog lamps Park lamps High beam headlamps Horn relay Demand lamps Instrument panel cluster...

  • Page 224: Power Distribution Box

    Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 7.5A 30A Circuit Breaker — 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 low voltage (underhood) battery before servicing high current fuses.
  • Page 225 The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 80A Midi 125A Midi 15A* 30A** 20A** 40A** 10A* — 15A* 50A** 30A** — 40A** 10A* 10A* 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies Protected Circuits Power steering control module SPDJB...
  • Page 226 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 50A** 40A** 40A** 50A** 30A** — — — — — 15A* 15A* 10A* 20A* 10A* 15A* 15A* — — — — — — — 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Protected Circuits Traction Battery Control Module (TBCM)

  • Page 227: Auxiliary Relay Box

    Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating — — — — — — 10A* — — * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse Auxiliary relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment on the radiator support bracket. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies...

  • Page 228: Changing A Flat Tire

    Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse amp location rating Relay — Electric vacuum pump (solid state) — Not used — Not used — Not used Vacuum pump monitor — Not used * Mini fuses **Cartridge fuse CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: •...
  • Page 229 Mazda. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
  • Page 230 Roadside Emergencies Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs •...
  • Page 231 Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn engine off. Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located in the right rear of the cargo area behind an access panel.
  • Page 232 Roadside Emergencies To remove jack from vehicle: 1. Release the thumbscrew on the bracket. 2. Release the retention clip on the upper part of the jack bracket. 3. Dislodge the jack from the bracket and carefully guide jack down and out through trim opening, upper end out first.
  • Page 233 If equipped with a tether, perform the following additional steps: 4. Lift the spare tire on end to access tether attachment (1). 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.

  • Page 234: Tire Change Procedure

    Roadside Emergencies 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). WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
  • Page 235 Roadside Emergencies Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire. Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)
  • Page 236 Roadside Emergencies • Rear View shown from forward of rear tire. Position jack directly below the stud on the rear trailing arm. 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.
  • Page 237 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.

  • Page 238: Stowing The Flat/Spare Tire

    Roadside Emergencies Stowing the jack and tools Make sure the jack is fully lowered and reclip the tools onto the jack. Reinstall the jack and tools in the cargo area. To replace the jack in the vehicle, • guide the jack bottom first in the trim opening and position in the bracket (3), •...

  • Page 239: Stowing Flat/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.

  • Page 240: Wheel Lug Nut Torque

    M12 x 1.5 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Mazda recommended replacement fasteners. WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc that contacts the wheel.

  • Page 241: Jump Starting

    the Easy Fuel™ no cap fuel system as it can be damaged. You must use the included funnel in such circumstances. WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in serious personal injury.

  • Page 242: Connecting The Jumper Cables

    Roadside Emergencies 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts.
  • Page 243 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.

  • Page 244: Removing The Jumper Cables

    Roadside Emergencies Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
  • Page 245 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.

  • Page 246: Wrecker Towing

    It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Mazda has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.

  • Page 247: Emergency Towing

    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: •...

  • Page 248: Customer Assistance

    STEP 1: Contact Your Authorized Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the authorized dealer or the OWNER.

  • Page 249: Customer Assistance (Canada)

    BBB AUTO LINE. The whole process normally takes 40 days or less. The arbitration decision is not binding on you or Mazda else you accept the decision. For more information about BBB AUTO LINE, including current eligibility standards, please call 1-800-955-5100 or visit the BBB website at www.lemonlaw.bbb.org.
  • Page 250 STEP 2: Call the Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance, ask the authorized dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative. If more expedient, contact Mazda Canada Inc. Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements.
  • Page 251 Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda Canada Inc. and our authorized dealers. Mazda’s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal.
  • Page 252 Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the authorized dealer or the OWNER.

  • Page 253: In California (U.s. Only)

    Tel: (787) 788–9300 This way, we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible. That is our goal. If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle’s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of...
  • Page 254 Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3K5 Canada TEL: 1 (800) 263–4680 (in Canada) (416) 609–9909 (outside Canada) PUERTO RICO & VIRGIN ISLANDS Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936–2722 TEL: (787) 788–9300 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)

  • Page 255: Warranties For Your Mazda

    • California Emission Control Warranty (if applicable) • Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty • Tire Warranty NOTE: Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda portfolio. Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards.

  • Page 256: Outside Canada

    NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements.

  • Page 257: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories

    ADD-ON NON-GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by the manufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system;...

  • Page 258: Workshop Manual

    However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Mazda Corporation. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...

  • Page 259: Cleaning

    WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. •...

  • Page 260: Paint Chips

    • Never spray the engine or other engine components with water. Water will damage the engine or other engine components. • Spray Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (0000–77–410E-09), available at your authorized Mazda dealer, on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)

  • Page 261: Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts

    • For routine cleaning, use cool or lukewarm water with a neutral pH shampoo. • If tar or grease spots are present, use Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your authorized Mazda dealer. 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)

  • Page 262: Windows And Wiper Blades

    INSTRUMENT PANEL / INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the interior trim areas and instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15). • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel.

  • Page 263: Leather Seats (If Equipped)

    • To clean, use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15), available at your authorized Mazda dealer. Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit (0000-77-609E-03), available at your authorized Mazda dealer.
  • Page 264 MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Mazda dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.

  • Page 265: Maintenance And Specifications

    Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. Mazda parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE •...
  • Page 266 Maintenance and Specifications 1. High voltage connector shield 2. Service Disconnect 3. High voltage battery case Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3.

  • Page 267: Opening The Hood

    Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 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.

  • Page 268: Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Motor/Electronics (M/E) coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Low voltage (underhood) battery 7. Engine air filter assembly 8.

  • Page 269: Windshield Washer Fluid

    In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.

  • Page 270: Changing The Wiper Blades

    Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. Turn the blade at a right angle to the arm. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it.

  • Page 271: Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade

    Maintenance and Specifications Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with one hand close to the arm/blade joint and pull it as far away from the glass as possible.

  • Page 272: Adding Engine Oil

    Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes/lines, the oil level is acceptable.

  • Page 273: Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations

    International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese automobile manufacturers. To protect your engine and engine’s warranty, use Mazda SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent SAE 5W-20 oil meeting Mazda specification WSS-M2C930-A. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.

  • Page 274: Low Voltage (Underhood) Battery

    Mazda material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Mazda oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application. LOW VOLTAGE (UNDERHOOD) BATTERY...
  • Page 275 Maintenance and Specifications Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added to the vehicle by the dealer or the owner (e.g. spot lights, electric winch, etc.) may adversely affect vehicle performance and durability. WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury.
  • Page 276 Maintenance and Specifications 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6.

  • Page 277: Engine Coolant And Motor/Electronics Coolant

    Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE COOLANT AND MOTOR/ELECTRONICS COOLANT Your vehicle is equipped with two separate coolant systems. One is for engine cooling and the other is for various electric motors and other components that are specific to the hybrid operating systems. Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at...

  • Page 278: Checking Motor/Electronics (M/E) Coolant

    Maintenance and Specifications Checking motor/electronics (M/E) coolant The M/E coolant reservoir is located behind the engine coolant reservoir. Refer to the following engine coolant sections for all information, instructions and warnings related to cooling systems. The two systems use the same coolant and operate similarly, with the Motor and Electronics system generally operating at a lower temperature...

  • Page 279: Adding Engine Coolant

    Adding engine coolant Use only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium engine coolant that meets a Mazda specification. • DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color).
  • Page 280 Maintenance and Specifications A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible.

  • Page 281: Recycled Engine Coolant

    Recycled engine coolant Mazda Motor Corporation does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Mazda-approved recycling process is not yet available.

  • Page 282: Fuel Filter

    Maintenance and Specifications • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive.
  • Page 283 Maintenance and Specifications Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury.

  • Page 284: Easy Fuel™ "No Cap" Fuel System

    Maintenance and Specifications Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; •...

  • Page 285: Choosing The Right Fuel

    Maintenance and Specifications 4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet lamp or Check Fuel Fill Inlet message comes on, the fuel fill inlet may not have properly closed.

  • Page 286: Octane Recommendations

    Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Mazda endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.

  • Page 287: Refilling With A Portable Fuel Container

    Maintenance and Specifications If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal.

  • Page 288: Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy

    Maintenance and Specifications 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel.

  • Page 289: Calculating Fuel Economy

    Maintenance and Specifications • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading (in miles or kilometers).
  • Page 290 Maintenance and Specifications • Drive at reasonable speeds. Traveling at 60 mph [96 km/h] uses approximately 20% less fuel than traveling at 70 mph [112 km/h]). • Minimize A/C and defroster usage. Selecting defrost, or defrost/floor mode on the climate control system will force the engine to run continuously, which reduces fuel economy.

  • Page 291: Epa Fuel Economy Estimates

    If other than Mazda or Mazda-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Mazda parts should be equivalent to genuine Mazda Motor Corporation parts in performance and durability.

  • Page 292: On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)

    Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.

  • Page 293: Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing

    Maintenance and Specifications detected by the OBD-II may not have symptoms that are apparent, continued driving with the Service engine soon indicator on can result in increased emissions, lower fuel economy, reduced engine and transmission smoothness, and lead to more costly repairs. Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing Some state/provincial and local governments may have Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control...

  • Page 294: Brake Fluid

    Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear, and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Check fluid levels with the ignition in the RUN position. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines are within the normal operating range;...
  • Page 295 Maintenance and Specifications 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, turn the key to the ACCESSORY position but do not start the engine. Turn the wheel to the left to gain access to the check plug.

  • Page 296: Adjusting Ecvt Fluid Levels

    Maintenance and Specifications 6. Be sure the engine has been stopped for at least 3 minutes before performing the fluid level check. 7. The fluid level should be within 1/4 inch (6 mm) of the plug threads. 8. Replace the check plug. Adjusting eCVT fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.

  • Page 297: Air Filter(S)

    Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Mazda air filter element listed. Refer to Mazda part numbers in this chapter. 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.

  • Page 298: High Voltage Battery Cooling Filter (Rear A/C) Maintenance

    Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for air filter. When changing the air filter element, use only the Mazda air filter element listed. Refer to Mazda part numbers in this chapter. Changing the high voltage battery air filter element 1.

  • Page 299: Maintenance Product Specifications And Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 300: Engine Data

    Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY DATA High Voltage Battery Battery chemistry Nominal voltage Battery system capacity 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus)

  • Page 301: Identifying Your Vehicle

    Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s...

  • Page 302: Transmission Code Designations

    Description Electronically controlled continuously variable transmission, eCVT 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION DATE: XX/XX GVWR:XXXXXLB/ XXXXXKG FRONT GAWR: XXXXL REAR GAWR: XXXXLB WITH WITH...

  • Page 303: Accessories

    CELL PHONES Use of cell phones and other devices by driver: WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s hands.

  • Page 304: Service Maintenance Section

    Your Mazda dealer, or Mazda Quality Care Center has factory trained technicians who can perform the required maintenance using genuine Mazda parts. They are committed to meeting your service needs and to assuring your continuing satisfaction. Protecting your investment Maintenance is an investment that will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value.

  • Page 305: Oil, Fluids And Flushing

    Mazda Motor Corporation parts in performance and durability. It is the owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete warranty information.

  • Page 306: Factory-Trained Technicians

    Service Maintenance Section Get the most from your service and maintenance visits There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Mazda Dealership for all your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running great. Convenience Many Dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make your service visit more convenient.

  • Page 307: Value Shopping For Your Vehicle's Maintenance Needs

    Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant change interval 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant (whichever comes first) After initial change - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)

  • Page 308: Multi-Point Inspection

    In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any potential issue before there are any problems. Mazda Motor Corporation suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running right.

  • Page 309: Normal Scheduled Maintenance And Log

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE WEB To learn more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Mazda Customer Service Web site. You’ll also find important warranty information, customer assistance, technical expertise, frequently asked questions and much more.
  • Page 310 Service Maintenance Section 20,000 miles (32,000 km) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise Inspect brake pads, shoes, rotors, drums, brake lines and hoses and parking brake Inspect engine and Motor/electronics cooling system and hoses...
  • Page 311 Service Maintenance Section 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise Inspect high voltage battery A/C filter, replace if necessary 60,000 miles (96,000 km) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth...
  • Page 312 Inspect exhaust system and heat shields Replace high voltage battery A/C filter Replace engine coolant and Motor/electronics coolant (see Mazda Premium Gold Coolant Change Record) Inspect accessory drive belt Replace spark plugs 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv)
  • Page 313 Service Maintenance Section 110,000 miles (176,000 km) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth Rotate tires Inspect wheel ends for end play and noise Inspect high voltage battery A/C filter, replace if necessary 120,000 miles (192,000 km) Change engine oil and replace oil filter Inspect tires for wear and measure tread depth...

  • Page 314: Special Operating Conditions And Log

    Inspect high voltage battery A/C filter Replace engine air filter Replace engine coolant and Motor/electronics coolant (see Mazda Premium Gold Coolant Change Record) Replace accessory drive belt (if not replaced in the last 100,000 miles) Inspect PCV valve for flow and replace, if required...
  • Page 315 Service Maintenance Section Extensive Idling and/or Low Speed Driving for Long Distances as in Heavy Commercial Use Such as Delivery, Taxi, Patrol Vehicle or Livery. This operating condition is for Extensive Maximum A/C or Heater Operation with engine on in the above listed usage. Every 5,000 miles, 6 months or 200 hours of engine operation (whichever comes first)
  • Page 316 Service Maintenance Section Special Operating Conditions Log EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER...
  • Page 317 Service Maintenance Section Special Operating Conditions Log EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE EALER ALIDATION RO#: P&A C ILEAGE 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) EALER...
  • Page 318 MAZDA PREMIUM GOLD ENGINE COOLANT CHANGE RECORD Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant 6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) (whichever comes first) - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant and motor/electrical coolant. After initial change - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) Current mileage goes here =>...
  • Page 319 Service Maintenance Section Current mileage goes here => Add 50,000 miles to the current miles Next change due at this mileage => Today’s date goes here => Add 3 years Date of next change => whichever comes first 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Dealer Stamp...

  • Page 320: Index

    Index Accessory delay ...69 Air cleaner filter ...297–298 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system ...44 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...130, 139, 142 and child safety seats ...132 description ...130, 139, 142 disposal ...145 driver airbag ...132, 140, 143 indicator light ...139, 141, 144 operation ...132, 140, 143 passenger airbag ...132, 140, 143 side airbag ...139...
  • Page 321 ...262 interior ...263 Mazda car care products ...264 plastic parts ...261 washing ...259 waxing ...259 wheels ...260 wiper blades ...262 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...44 Clock ...27 Compass, electronic ...64 calibration ...65 set zone adjustment ...65 Console ...63...
  • Page 322 Index Fuel ...282 calculating fuel economy ...78, 288 cap ...284 capacity ...299 choosing the right fuel ...285 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...291 detergent in fuel ...286 filler funnel ...286 filling your vehicle with fuel ...282, 284, 288 filter, specifications ...282 fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches ...218 improving fuel economy ...288...
  • Page 323 headlamps, flash to pass ...51 instrument panel, dimming ...52 interior lamps ...54–56 replacing bulbs ...56 LATCH anchors ...154 Liftgate ...85, 97 Lights, warning and indicator ...20 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...200 Load limits ...186 Loading instructions ...192 Locks autolock ...92–93 childproof ...95 doors ...92 Lubricant specifications ...299 Lug nuts ...240...
  • Page 324 Index Safety Canopy ...140 Safety defects, reporting ...258 Safety restraints ...116, 120–124 Belt-Minder ...125 extension assembly ...125 for adults ...121–123 for children ...145 Occupant Classification Sensor ...118 warning light and chime ...125 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ...154 Safety seats for children ...150 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...301 Satellite Radio (if equipped) ...27...
  • Page 325 treadwear ...166, 170 Towing ...193 recreational towing ...193 trailer towing ...193 wrecker ...246 Transmission ...208 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...208 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...294 fluid, refill capacities ...299 lubricant specifications ...299 Turn signal ...53 USB port ...37 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...301 2009 Tribute Hybrid (thv) Owners Guide, 1st Printing...

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