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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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STARTING

Positions of the ignition

1. Off— locks the gearshift lever

and allows key removal.

2. Accessory— allows the

electrical accessories such as
the radio to operate while the
vehicle is not running.

3. On— all electrical circuits

operational and warning lights
will illuminate. This is the
position the key is in when
you’re driving.

4. Start— starts the engine, vehicle and electrical power systems.

Preparing to start your vehicle

Engine starting is controlled by the electronically-controlled
Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT). For more information on
starting the vehicle, refer to

Starting the vehicle

in this chapter.

WARNING:

Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce

very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,

creating the risk of fire or other damage.

WARNING:

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass

or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the

engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.

WARNING:

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in

other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open

the garage door before you start the engine. See

Guarding against

exhaust fumes

in this chapter for more instructions.

WARNING:

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have

your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you

smell exhaust fumes.

2009 Tribute Hybrid

(thv)

Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA

(fus)

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  • 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal.
  • 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the vehicle is not running.
  • 3. On— all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate.
  • 4. Start— starts the engine, vehicle and electrical power systems.

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