2006 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE wheel

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 14
Warning and control lights 14
Gauges 19
Entertainment Systems 21
AM/FM stereo with single CD 21
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 25
Climate Controls 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 32
Lights 34
Headlamps 34
Turn signal control 37
Bulb replacement 39
Driver Controls 45
Windshield wiper/washer control 45
Steering wheel adjustment 46
Power windows 49
Mirrors 50
Traction control 51
Locks and Security 58
Keys 58
Locks 58
Anti-theft system 65
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Seating and Safety Restraints 70
Seating 70
Safety restraints 79
Airbags 95
Child restraints 111
Tires, Wheels and Loading 123
Tire Information 126
Tire Inflation 127
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 140
Vehicle loading 146
Trailer towing 153
Recreational towing 158
Driving 159
Starting 159
Brakes 163
Transmission operation 168
Roadside Emergencies 184
Hazard flasher switch 184
Fuses and relays 185
Changing tires 191
Lug Nut Torque 203
Overheating 203
Jump starting 204
Wrecker towing 210
Customer Assistance 212
Cleaning 223
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Airbag readiness:If this light fails
to illuminate when ignition is turned
to ON, continues to flash or remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. A chime will also sound when
a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.
Safety belt:Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A chime will also
sound to remind you to fasten your
safety belt.
Charging system:Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
Engine oil pressure:Illuminates
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range, refer toEngine oilin
theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
Low fuel:Illuminates when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty (refer toFuel gaugein this
chapter).
Overdrive off:Illuminates when
the overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter.If the
light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the
transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur.
Low tire pressure warning:
Illuminates when your tire pressure
is low. If the light remains ON at
start up or while driving, the tire
pressure should be checked. Refer
toInflating Your Tiresin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3
seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON,
have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more
information on this system, refer toUnderstanding Your Tire Pressure
Monitoring Systemin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
O/D
OFF
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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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Rear window wiper/washer controls
For intermittent operation of rear
wiper, rotate end of control upward
to the
position.
For normal speed rear wiper
operation, rotate control upward to
ON.
To activate the rear washer, rotate
the control to the
position and
release.
MANUAL TILT STEERING COLUMN
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull down and hold the steering
wheel release control.
2. Move the steering wheel up or
down until you find the desired
location.
3. Pull the steering wheel release
control up. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.
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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.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
Storage compartment (if equipped)
Press the OPEN control to open the
storage compartment. The door will
open slightly and can be moved to
full open.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
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Note:The passenger window switches will not illuminate when the
window control is in the LOCKED position.
Press the left side to restore the window controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, power windows and moonroof operate for up to
ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ACC or ON to
the OFF position, the key is not in the ignition or until either front door
is opened.
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows or moon roof.
They may seriously injure themselves.
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control, located on the instrument panel left of the
steering wheel, clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and
rotate the control
counterclockwise to adjust the
left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Fold-away mirrors
Carefully pull the outside mirrors
inwards when driving through a
narrow space, like an automatic car
wash.
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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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