2001 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE Owners Manual (in English)

The map lamp controls (without
moon roof) are located on the dome
lamp. Press the controls on either
side of each map lamp to activate
the lamps.
If equipped with a moon roof, the
map lamps are located on the moon
roof control panel. Press the
controls on either side of each map
lamp to activate the lamps.
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps. Rotate to the second position
to also turn on the headlamps.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:
²the ignition must be in the ON position and
²the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and
generally may not provide adequate lighting during these
conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these
conditions may result in a collision.
OFF
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High beams
Push forward to activate.
Pull toward you to deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to activate and
release to deactivate.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
²Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
²Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
FOG LAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
The fog lamps can be turned on
when the headlamp control is in low
beams position.
Press the fog lamp control to
activate the fog lamps. The fog lamp
indicator light will illuminate. When
the highbeams are activated, the fog
lamps will not operate.
Press the fog lamp control again to deactivate the fog lamps.
OFF
OFF
OFF
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POWER WINDOWS
Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.
²Press the top portion of the
rocker switch to close.
²Press the bottom portion of the
rocker switch to open.
One touch down
²Press AUTO completely down to
the second detent. The driver's
window will open fully. Depress
up to stop window operation.
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NOTE:This feature will only operate the driver's side window.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.
To lock out all the window controls
except for the driver's press the
right side of the control. Press the left side to restore the window
controls.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press control to unlock all doors.
Press control to lock all doors.
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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.
NOTE:Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors.
Rotate lock control in the direction
of arrow to engage the lock. Rotate
control in the opposite direction to
disengage childproof locks.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
²Utility compartment
²Cupholders
²Ashcup
WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
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AUXILIARY POWER POINT
WARNING: Power outlets are
designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of
accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your
warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel below the
radio.
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the power point.
TRUCK BED AUXILIARY POWER POINT
An additional auxiliary power point
is located in the cargo area.
WARNING: Power outlets are
designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not hang any type of
accessory or accessory bracket
from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause
damage not covered by your
warranty.
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CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the
luggage compartment of your vehicle.
To install the shade:
1. Fasten the cover into the
mounting brackets (make sure
the cover is right side up).
2. Pull the end of the shade
toward you and hook the sides
into the notches (right side
first) in the rear trim panels.
WARNING: To prevent the
possibility of injuries, the
fasteners for the cargo area
cover must be properly
attached to the mounting clips
on the rear trim panels.
WARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover.
They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the
vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision.
WARNING: The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or
accident if it is not securely installed.
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LIFTGATE
To open the rear window, pull the
right side of the liftgate handle.
To open the liftgate, pull the left
side of the liftgate handle.
²Do not open the liftgate or
liftgate glass in a garage or other
enclosed area with a low ceiling.
If the liftgate glass is raised and
the liftgate is also opened, both
liftgate and glass could be
damaged against a low ceiling.
²Do not leave the liftgate or
liftgate glass open while driving.
Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its
components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are
closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the
vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling
out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open,
keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors
without a key.
The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK
position.
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