2008 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE HEV seats

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which
goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether
straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact
the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a
tether strap.
The rear seating positions of your vehicle are equipped with built-in
tether strap anchors located behind the seats on the roof panel in the
cargo area.
The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions:WARNING: Attach the tether
strap only to the appropriate
tether anchor as shown. The
tether strap may not work
properly if attached
somewhere other than the
correct tether anchor.
1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion.
2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.
For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, remove the head restraint
first, place under the front seat for storage, and then route the tether
strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.
There are three tether anchors
located on the headliner at the rear
of the vehicle.
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4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.
The arrow in the above graphic
points toward the front of the
vehicle.
WARNING: If the tether strap
is clipped incorrectly, the child
safety seat may not be
retained properly in the event
of a collision.5. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or seat belts. Follow the
instructions in this chapter.
6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
WARNING: If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk
of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases.
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for
Children) attachments for child seat anchors
Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments
that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle.
This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the
child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be
attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats with
tether straps in this chapter.
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Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the
following locations:
The anchors on both sides of the
center of the rear seat are provided
primarily for child seats at the
outboard seats, and are further
apart than the pairs of lower
anchors for child seat installation at
other seats. A child seat with rigid
LATCH attachments cannot be
installed at the center rear seat. A
child seat with LATCH attachments on belt webbing can be used at the
center rear seat unless a child seat at an outboard rear seat is attached
to one of these lower anchors. Install a child seat onto the lower anchors
at the center rear seat ONLY IF the child restraint manufacturer
recommends that the child seat can be installed to anchors that are
spaced up to 20 in (500 mm) apart.WARNING: Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the
same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough
to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break,
causing serious injury or death.
The lower anchors for child seat
installation are located at the rear
section of the second row seat
between the cushion and seat back.
Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a
child seat with LATCH attachments. WARNING: Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat
only to the anchors shown.
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
28 5A Radio
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A Compass module
32 10A Restraints control module
33 10A Speed control switch
34 5A Speed control deactivate switch, ABS
35 10A Four wheel drive, EPAS (steering)
36 5A PATS transceiver
37 10A Climate control
38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophile radio)
39 20A Radio
40 20A Front power point
41 15A Driver/passenger door lock switches
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Rear wiper logic, Heated seats relay,
Auto dimming mirror, Instrument
cluster
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Front wiper logic, Blower motor relay
46 7.5A OCS (restraints), PADI (restraints)
47 30A Circuit BreakerPower windows, Moon roof
48 — Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the low voltage (underhood)
battery before servicing high current fuses.
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
10 30A** Front wipers
11 30A** PCM/Power sustain
12 40A** Blower motor
13 10A* A/C clutch
14 10A* Heater/Coolant pump
15 50A** Traction Battery Control Module
(TBCM)
16 40A** Cooling fan 1
17 40A** Cooling fan 2
18 50A** ABS solenoid
19 30A** Power seats
20 — A/C clutch relay
21A — Rear defroster relay 21B — Not used
21C — Blower relay
21D — PCM relay 22 — Not used
23 5A* TBCM
24 20A* Fuel pump
25 15A* Ignition coils
26 5A* TBCM
27 10A* Cooling fan/TCM
28 15A* Heated Exhaust Gas Oxygen (HEGO) sensor
29 15A* PCM power
30A — Cooling fan 1 relay 30B — Power sustain relay
30C — Cooling fan main relay
30D — Cooling fan 2 relay 31A — Reverse lamp relay31B — Injector relay
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•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a
windshield washer concentrate. This washer fluid concentrate contains
a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
INSTRUMENT PANEL / INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the interior trim areas and instrument panel with a damp cloth,
then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl
Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15).
• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
• Do not use household or glass cleaners, as these may damage the
finish.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel, instrument panel or interior
trim areas to avoid contamination of the airbag systems.
• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, seat belts and seats equipped with side
air bags (if equipped):
• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and Spot
Remover (0000–77–430E-01), available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.
• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Spot and Stain Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your
authorized Mazda dealer.
• If a solvent ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the
entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
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•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the seat where the side air bag (if equipped) is
mounted. Such products may contaminate the side air bag
system and affect performance of the air bag in a collision. The
air bag may not function correctly and not provide any injury
reduction benefits.
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the
leather.
• To clean, use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner
(0000-77-430E-15), available at your authorized Mazda dealer. Dry the
area with a soft cloth.
• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Deluxe Leather Care
Kit (0000-77-609E-03), available at your authorized Mazda dealer.
• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents or
cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-based
leather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing of
the clear, protective coating.
UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and
door drain holes free from packed dirt.
MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTS
Your Mazda dealer has many quality products available to clean your
vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been
specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom
designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Each
product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid
specifications. For best results, use these products or products of
equivalent quality. These products are available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
Air cleaner filter ...............278–280
Air conditioningautomatic temperature
control system ..........................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................120, 129, 131 and child safety seats ............122
description ..............120, 129, 131
disposal ....................................135
driver airbag ............122, 130, 133
indicator light .........128, 131, 134
operation .................122, 130, 133
passenger airbag .....122, 130, 133
side airbag ...............................129
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................194
Ambulance packages ..................15
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................187–188
Anti-theft system ........................93
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transaxle fluid, adding ............................276
fluid, checking ........................276
Automatic transmission driving an automatic
overdrive .................................193
fluid, refill capacities ..............281
fluid, specification ..................281
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Auxiliary power point .................61
Axle lubricant specifications ..........281
refill capacities ........................281
B
Battery .......................................256 acid, treating emergencies .....256
jumping a disabled
battery .............................222, 227
maintenance-free ....................256
servicing ..................................256
Belt-Minder .............................115
Booster seats .............................136
Brakes ........................................187 anti-lock ...........................187–188
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................188
fluid, checking and adding ....275
fluid, refill capacities ..............281
fluid, specifications .................281
lubricant specifications ..........281
parking ....................................189
shift interlock ..........................191
Bulbs ............................................53
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....281
Cargo area shade ........................83
Cell phone warning ...................286
Child safety restraints ..............136 child seat belts .......................136
Child safety seats ......................139 attaching with tether straps ..143
in front seat ............................140
in rear seat ..............................140
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................136
Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............243
instrument panel ....................245
interior .....................................245
Mazda car care products .......246
plastic parts ............................244
washing ....................................242
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