2008 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE HEV Owners Manual

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
ItemCapacityMazda Part Name or
equivalent Application
Brake fluid Between MIN and
MAX lines on reservoir High Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Brake fluid reservoir
Engine coolant 8.5 quarts (8.0L) Mazda Premium Engine
Coolant
1
Cooling systems
Motor/Electronics (M/E)
Coolant 3.7 quarts (3.5L)
Engine oil 4.5 quarts (4.25L) SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil Engine
Automatic eCVT transaxle fluid 5.3 quarts (5.0L)
2
MERCON
VATF
3
Transaxle
Rear axle fluid (4WD) 2.96 pints (1.4L)
4
API service GL-5 SAE 80W-90
5
Rear axle
Power Transfer Unit fluid (4WD)
6
12 ounces (0.35L) API service GL-5
SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant Power transfer unit
Windshield washer fluid 2.7 quarts (2.6L) Ultra-clear Windshield
Washer Concentrate Washer fluid reservoir
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ItemCapacityMazda Part Name or
equivalent Application
Fuel tank 15 gallons (56.8L) — All
1Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Refer to Adding engine coolantin this
chapter.2Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity.3Using any transmission fluid other than those that meet the recommended specification may cause
internal transaxle damage. Do not use MERCON CVT (blue) ATF. This vehicle uses only
MERCON V ATF.4Fill to 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6mm to 14mm) below bottom of fill hole.54WD vehicles exposed for prolonged periods to temperatures less than -40° C (-40° F) should
change out the rear axle fluid to SAE 75W-140 axle lubricant.6The Power Transfer Unit is lubricated for life with synthetic lube. Lubricant levels are not to be
checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Replace Power Transfer Unit
lubricant with specified synthetic lubricant anytime the unit is submerged in water.
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ENGINE DATA
Engine2.3L I4 engine
Cubic inches 140
Required fuel 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Ignition system Coil on plug
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35mm)
Compression ratio 12.3:1
Engine drivebelt routing
• 2.3L I4 Engine
HIGH VOLTAGE BATTERY DATA
High Voltage Battery
Battery chemistry Nickel Metal Hydride
Nominal Voltage 330 Volts
Capacity 6 Amp-hours
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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
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
EXT PNT:XX RC: XXDSO:
WB BRK INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR XXXXX
XXX X XX X XX X XX \
XXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXX-XXXXXXX-XX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR
VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN
EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX
TYPE: XXX XXXXX
DATE: XX/XX GVWR:XXXXXLB/ XXXXXKG
FRONT GAWR: XXXXL REAR GAWR: XXXXLB
AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD XXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMSXXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMS
FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following
information:1. World manufacturer identifier
2. Brake system / Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) /
Restraint System
3. Vehicle line, series, body type
4. Engine type
5. Check digit
6. Model year
7. Assembly plant
8. Production sequence number
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
You can find a
transmission/transaxle code on the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label . The following table tells you
which transmission or transaxle
each code represents.
Description Code
Electronically controlled continuously variable
transmission, eCVT H
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
EXT PNT:
XX RC: XXDSO:
WB BRK INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR XXXXX
XXX X XX X XX X XX \
XXX
XXXXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXX-XXXXXXX-XX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR
VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN
EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX
TYPE: XXX XXXXX
DATE: XX/XX GVWR:XXXXXLB/ XXXXXKG
FRONT GAWR: XXXXL REAR GAWR: XXXXLB
AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD AT XXX kPa/XX PSI COLD XXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMSXXXXKG
WITH
XXXX/XXXXXXX TIRES
XXXX.XX RIMS
FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION
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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. Use of these devices will cause the driver to be
distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is
unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this
warning, use a hands-free system to at least allow the hands
free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other
electrical device while the vehicle is moving and, instead,
concentrate on the full-time job of driving.
In addition, the gasoline distributors are warning against using
cell phones during refueling procedures, due to their increased
concern about static electricity fires in the self-service pump
environment.
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GENERAL MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
Why maintain your vehicle?
This guide describes the scheduled maintenance required for your
vehicle. Carefully following this schedule helps protect against major
repair expenses resulting from neglect or inadequate maintenance and
may also help to increase the value of your vehicle when you sell or
trade it.
It is your responsibility to see that all scheduled maintenance is
performed and that the materials used meet Mazda engineering
specifications. Failure to perform scheduled maintenance specific in this
guide will invalidate warranty coverage on parts affected by the lack of
maintenance. Be sure receipts for completed maintenance are kept with
the vehicle and confirmation of the work performed is always recorded in
this guide.
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. To ensure the proper
performance of your vehicle and its emission control systems, it is
imperative that scheduled maintenance be completed at the designated
intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and built with multiple complex
performance systems. Every manufacturer develops these systems using
different specifications and performance features. That’s why it’s
important to rely upon your Mazda dealership to properly diagnose and
repair your vehicle.
Mazda Motor Corporation has recommended maintenance intervals for
various parts and component systems based upon engineering testing.
Mazda Motor Corporation relies upon this testing to determine the most
appropriate mileage for replacement of oils and fluids to protect your
vehicle at the lowest overall cost to you and recommends against
maintenance schedules that deviate from the scheduled maintenance
information.
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Mazda strongly recommends the use of genuine Mazda replacement
parts. Parts other than Mazda or Mazda authorized remanufactured parts
that are used for maintenance replacement or for the service of
components affecting emission control must be equivalent to genuine
Mazda Motor Corporation parts in performance and durability. It is the
owner’s responsibility to determine the equivalency of such parts. Please
consult yourWarranty Information Booklet for complete warranty
information.
Non-Mazda approved chemicals or additives are not required for factory
recommended maintenance. In fact, Mazda Motor Corporation
recommends against the use of such additive products unless specifically
recommended by Mazda for a particular application.
Oil, fluids and flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is a normal operating characteristic
and, by itself, does not necessarily indicate a concern or that the fluid
needs to be changed. However, discolored fluids that also show signs of
overheating and/or foreign material contamination should be inspected
immediately by a qualified expert such as the factory-trained technicians
at your Mazda Dealership. Your vehicle’s oils and fluids should be
changed at the specified intervals or in conjunction with a repair.
Flushing is a viable way to change fluid for many vehicle sub-systems
during scheduled maintenance. It is critical that systems are flushed only
with new fluid that is the same as that required to fill and operate the
system, or using a Mazda-approved flushing chemical.
Engine Emissions label
Emissions information appears on the Engine Emissions label on the
underside of the hood. This decal identifies engine displacement and
provides certain engine specifications.
Any modification of the emissions control system could create liability
under federal law (U.S.) if made prior to sale and registration, under the
laws of some states if made thereafter. Further, federal law prohibits
vehicle manufacturers, dealers and other persons engaged in the
business of repairing, servicing, selling, leasing or trading motor vehicles
as well as fleet operations from knowingly removing or rendering an
emissions control system inoperative after sale and delivery to an
ultimate purchaser. In Canada, modifications of the emissions control
system could create liability under applicable federal or provincial laws.
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