2005 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE wiper fluid

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:For intermittent
operation, move control down one
position.
Adjust the rotary control to the
desired speed setting.
For normal or low speed wiper
operation, move control down two
positions from OFF.
For high speed wiper operation,
move control down three positions
from OFF.
Mist function:To activate mist,
push control up from the OFF
position and release to get one wipe.
Windshield washer:To activate
the windshield washer, pull control
toward you. Release control to stop
washer fluid spray.
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toRefill
capacitiesin this chapter.
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40°F (4.5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase
the risk of injury or accident.
NOTE:State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze
additive. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should
be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
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wheels ......................................211
wiper blades ............................213
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............31
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................26
AM/FM/CD .................................22
Clutch
fluid ..................................249, 251
operation while driving ..........172
recommended shift speeds ....173
Console ........................................55
overhead ....................................46
Controls
power seat .................................72
Coolant
checking and adding ..............232
refill capacities ................236, 253
specifications ..........................255
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................199–200, 202
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................33
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................249
engine oil .................................226
Door locks ...................................58
Driving under special
conditions ..................171, 177, 180
sand .........................................178
snow and ice ...........................181
through water .................179, 182E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................191
Emission control system ..........246
Engine ........................................256
cleaning ...................................211
coolant .....................................232
fail-safe coolant ......................237
idle speed control ...................230
lubrication specifications .......255
refill capacities ........................253
service points ..................224–225
Engine block heater .................161
Engine oil ..................................226
checking and adding ..............226
dipstick ....................................226
filter, specifications ................229
recommendations ...................229
refill capacities ........................253
specifications ..........................255
Exhaust fumes ..........................161
F
Fail safe cooling ........................237
Fluid capacities .........................253
Foglamps .....................................33
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ...............175–176
indicator light .........................175
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................166
Fuel ............................................238
calculating fuel economy .......243
cap ...........................................242
capacity ...................................253
choosing the right fuel ...........240
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Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................258
Vehicle loading ..........................145
Ventilating your vehicle ...........162
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......14
Washer fluid ..............................226
Water, Driving through .............182Windows
power .........................................48
rear wiper/washer .....................44
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....226
checking and cleaning ..............44
liftgate reservoir .....................226
operation ...................................43
replacing wiper blades .............45
Wrecker towing .........................197
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