2006 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE cruise control

Four wheel drive indicator (if
equipped):Illuminates when
ignition is first turned ON to check
bulb. Blinking indicator indicates
system has been disabled, refer to theDrivingchapter.
Note:If the light remains on, have the system serviced by an authorized
Mazda dealer.
Anti-theft system:Flashes when
the Securilock
Passive Anti-theft
System has been activated. Refer to
SecuriLock
passive anti-theft
systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
Cruise control/Speed control:
Illuminates when the cruise
control/speed control is activated.
Turns off when the cruise control/speed control system is deactivated,
refer to theDriver Controlschapter.
Door ajar:Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door, liftgate, or liftgate window
is open.
Turn signals:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Safety belt warning chime:
Sounds to remind you to fasten your
safety belts.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door
is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
CRUISE
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Heated outside mirrors(if equipped)
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
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With cruise control/speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30
mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator
pedal. Cruise control/Speed control does not work at speeds below 30
mph (48 km/h).
WARNING: Using cruise control in the following conditions
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle:
•Heavy or unsteady traffic
•Slippery or winding roads
•Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed
Don’t use cruise control in these situations.
Setting cruise control/speed control
The controls for using your cruise
control/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.
ON
OFF
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3. Press the SET ACC control and
release it.
4. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal.
Note:
•Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.
•If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.
•If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your cruise control/speed control will
disengage.
Resuming a set speed
Press the RSM (resume) control and
release it. This will automatically
return the vehicle to the previously
set speed. The RSM control will not
work if the vehicle speed is not
faster than 30 mph (48 km/h).
R
S
M
CST
SET
ACC
R
S
M
CST
SET
ACC
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Increasing speed while using cruise control/speed control
There are two ways to set a higher
speed:
•Press and hold the SET ACC
control until you get to the
desired speed, then release the
control. You can also use the SET
ACCEL control to operate the
Tap-Up function. Press and
release this control to increase
the vehicle set speed in small
amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACC control.
Reducing speed while using cruise control/speed control
There are two ways to reduce a set
speed:
•Press and hold the CST control
until you get to the desired
speed, then release the control.
You can also use the CST control
to operate the Tap-Down
function. Press and release this
control to decrease the vehicle
set speed in small amounts by 1
mph (1.6 km/h).
•Depress the brake pedal until the
desired vehicle speed is reached,
press the SET ACC control.
R
S
M
CST
SET
ACC
R
S
M
CST
SET
ACC
R
S
M
CST
SET
ACC
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Turning off cruise control/speed control
There are two ways to turn off the
cruise control/speed control:
•Depress the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal (if equipped). This
will not erase your vehicle’s
previously set speed.
•Press the cruise control/speed
control OFF control.
Note:When you turn off the cruise
control/speed control or the ignition,
your cruise control/speed control set speed memory is erased.
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
To operate the moon roof:
Note:The moon roof will open to
the“comfort”position first before
opening all the way. The “comfort”
position helps to alleviate rumbling
wind noise which may happen in the
vehicle with the roof fully opened.
•The moon roof is equipped with
an automatic, one-touch, express
opening feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. The
moon roof will open to the “comfort” position. Press and release the
control again to fully open. To stop motion at any time during the
one-touch opening, press the control again.
•To close, press and hold the front portion of the control.
To operate the moon roof vent position:
•To open, press and hold the front portion of the control. This will
open the vent.
•To close, press and hold the rear portion of the control.
NOTE:If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to reset
the moon roof positions.
NOTE:If you open and close the moon roof repeatedly, the moon roof
motor may overheat and shut down for 45 seconds while the motor
cools.
ON
OFF
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•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
authorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle.
The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy
comparisons with other vehicles.
It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)
expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy
may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed in theScheduled Maintenancesection
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance
section are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to
its emissions system.
If other than 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 parts in
performance and durability.
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Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................26
AM/FM/CD .................................21
Clutch
fluid ..........................................264
operation while driving ..........172
recommended shift speeds ....174
Console ........................................47
overhead ....................................47
Controls
power seat .................................72
Coolant
checking and adding ..............247
refill capacities ................251, 269
Cruise control .............................51
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................212–213, 215
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................241
Door locks ...................................58
Driving under special
conditions ..................172, 178, 181
sand .........................................179
snow and ice ...........................182
through water .................180, 183
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................204Emission control system ..........261
Engine ........................................271
cleaning ...................................224
coolant .....................................247
fail-safe cooling .......................252
idle speed control ...................245
refill capacities ........................269
service points ..................238–239
Engine block heater .................163
Engine oil ..................................241
checking and adding ..............241
dipstick ....................................241
filter, specifications ................244
recommendations ...................244
refill capacities ........................269
Exhaust fumes ..........................162
F
Fail safe cooling ........................252
Fluid capacities .........................269
Foglamps .....................................35
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ...............176–177
indicator light .........................176
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................167
Fuel ............................................253
calculating fuel economy .......258
cap ...........................................256
capacity ...................................269
choosing the right fuel ...........256
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................261
detergent in fuel .....................258
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................253, 256, 258
filter, specifications ................253
improving fuel economy ........258
octane rating ...................257, 271
quality ......................................257
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