2008 MAZDA MODEL TRIBUTE HEV transmission fluid

Mud and water
If you must drive through high
water, drive slowly. Traction or
brake capability may be limited.
When driving through water,
determine the depth; avoid water
higher than the bottom of the hubs
(if possible) and proceed slowly. If
the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall.
Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the
vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving
your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when you
are driving in mud. Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. As
when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoid
spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction of
the slide until you regain control of the vehicle.
If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,
their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary.
Driving through deep water may damage the transmission.
If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant should
be replaced.
After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts
and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an
imbalance that could damage drive components.
“Tread Lightly” is an educational
program designed to increase public
awareness of land-use regulations
and responsibilities in our nation’s
wilderness areas. Mazda Motor
Corporation joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land
Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and
other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”
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Note:The brake system on this vehicle can only be bled at a authorized
dealer.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking electronically controlled continuously variable
transmission (eCVT)
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information chapter for
scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not
consume fluid. It is designed to be filled for life. However, the fluid level
should be checked if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic
during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before
checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake
pedal, turn the key to the
ACCESSORY position but do not
start the engine. Turn the wheel
to the left to gain access to the
check plug.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and make sure that the engine is OFF by placing the ignition in the Lock position.
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5. Using the hole in the splashshield, remove the check plug
from the side of the
transmission.
If this is the first check of the
transmission fluid, it may be
necessary to remove the perforated
section of the splash shield (as
indicated on the splash shield). 6. Be sure the engine has been stopped for at least 3 minutes before performing the fluid level check.
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7. The fluid level should be within1/4 inch (6 mm) of the plug
threads.
8. Replace the check plug.
Adjusting eCVT fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is indicated in the Maintenance product specifications and
capacities section in this chapter.
Use of a non-approved fluid may cause internal transaxle
component damage.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid through the check port until the level is
correct and fluid begins to run out of the transmission. If an overfill
occurs, excess fluid should be removed by allowing the fluid to run out
of the check port.
A serious overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause
damage.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
AIR FILTER
Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Mazda air filter
element listed. Refer to Mazda part numbersin this chapter.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is
running.
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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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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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waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................243
wiper blades ............................244
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Compass, electronic ....................66 calibration .................................67
set zone adjustment .................66
Console ........................................60
Controls power seat .................................99
steering column ........................72
Coolant checking and adding ......258–260
refill capacities ................263, 281
specifications ..........................281
Cruise control .............................69
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................69
Customer
Assistance ..................231–232, 235
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................49
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................276
engine oil .................................253
Driving under special
conditions ..................194, 196, 199 sand .........................................197
snow and ice ...........................200
through water .................198, 201
E
Electronic message center .........74 Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..................222, 227
Emission control system ..........272
Engine ........................................283 cleaning ...................................243
idle speed control ...................256
lubrication specifications .......281
refill capacities ........................281
service points ..........................250
Engine oil ..................................253 checking and adding ..............253
dipstick ....................................253
filter, specifications ................255
recommendations ...................255
refill capacities ........................281
specifications ..........................281
Event data recording ..................14
Exhaust fumes ..........................185
F
Fluid capacities .........................281
Foglamps .....................................48
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road .......................195
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................190
Fuel ............................................264 calculating fuel
economy ............................75, 269
cap ...........................................266
capacity ...................................281
choosing the right fuel ...........267
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................271
detergent in fuel .....................268
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................264, 266, 269
filter, specifications ................264
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doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...........281
Lug nuts ....................................221
Luggage rack ...............................84
M
Manual transmission fluid capacities ........................281
lubricant specifications ..........281
Message center ...........................74 english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................76
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors ...................................65, 68 automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................65
fold away ...................................68
heated ........................................68
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Moon roof ....................................73
Motorcraft parts ........................264
N
Navigation system .......................41
O
Octane rating ............................268
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................253
P
Parking brake ............................189
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................107
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................207 Power door locks ........................87
Power mirrors .............................68
Power point .................................61
Power Seats .................................99
Power steering ..........................190
Power Windows ...........................64
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................190
R
Radio ............................................27
Relays ........................................204
Remote entry system .................88
illuminated entry ......................91
locking/unlocking doors .....88–89
opening the trunk .....................89
panic alarm ...............................90
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................91
replacing the batteries .............90
Roof rack .....................................84
S
Safety Canopy ...........................130
Safety defects, reporting ..........241
Safety restraints ........105, 109–113 Belt-Minder ...........................115
extension assembly ................114
for adults .........................110–112
for children .....................135–136
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................107
seat belt maintenance ............114
warning light and chime ........115
Safety seats for children ..........139
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