2009 Tribute Hybrid; Owners Guide, 1st Printing- Page 11

2009 Mazda Tribute HEV Tribute Hybrid Owners Manual

Table of Contents

Driver Controls
Locks and Security
Seating and Safety Restraints
Tires, Wheels and Loading
TRAILER TOWING
Maintenance and Specifications
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Question

Answer

Why does my engine stay ON
when it’s extremely cold outside?

In order to ensure that the climate
control system can begin heating
the cabin and/or defrosting the
windshield as soon as a driver
requests it, the engine coolant
temperature has to be kept
sufficiently hot. Keeping the
engine on is required to maintain
the correct minimum temperature.

Why does my engine rev up so
high sometimes when I accelerate?

Your vehicle’s engine and
transmission are designed to
deliver the power you need at the
most efficient engine speed. This
may be higher than expected
during heavy accelerations, and
may fluctuate during steady state
driving. These are characteristics
of the Atkinson engine cycle and
the eCVT transaxle technology
that help maximize your hybrid’s
fuel economy.

What does it mean when my
power assist gauge moves to the
right? To the left?

Electricity is coming out of the
battery when the gauge moves to
the right. Electricity is going into
the battery when the gauge moves
to the left.

What is the fan noise and slight
tapping sound I hear from the rear
of my hybrid?

The fan noise comes from two fans
located inside the high voltage
battery. These fans turn on when
the battery requires cooling air.
The fan speed, and associated
noise level, will change according
to the amount of cooling required
to maintain good performance.

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FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) for 2009 Mazda Tribute HEV Tribute Hybrid Owners Manual - Page 11

  • Question Answer Why does my engine stay ON when it’s extremely cold outside?
  • Keeping the engine on is required to maintain the correct minimum temperature. Why does my engine rev up so high sometimes when I accelerate?
  • These are characteristics of the Atkinson engine cycle and the eCVT transaxle technology that help maximize your hybrid’s fuel economy. What does it mean when my power assist gauge moves to the right?
  • To the left?
  • Electricity is going into the battery when the gauge moves to the left. What is the fan noise and slight tapping sound I hear from the rear of my hybrid?

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