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2001 Mazda Tribute 4WD Tribute Owners Manual

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If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the
hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).

Once through the 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.

Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is
submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause
internal transmission damage.

TRAILER TOWING

Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow
option package.

Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transaxle,
axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize
vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing.

Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure:

Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.

Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to

Preparing to

tow

in this chapter.

Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to

Driving

while you tow

in this chapter.

Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to the
“Scheduled Maintenance” section of this manual.

Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km
(500 miles).

Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the
proper installation and adjustment specifications.

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Certification label. For
load specification terms found on the label, refer to

Vehicle loading

in

this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded
vehicle when figuring the total weight.

Driving

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Lists of information found in 2001 Mazda Tribute 4WD Tribute Owners Manual - Page 127

  • Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.
  • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing.
  • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing.
  • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer.
  • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km (500 miles).
  • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications.

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