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2009 Mazda Tribute HEV Tribute Hybrid Owners Manual

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Driver Controls
Locks and Security
Seating and Safety Restraints
Tires, Wheels and Loading
TRAILER TOWING
Maintenance and Specifications
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3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without

turning the key to 4 (start).

Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See

Warning lights and

chimes

in the

Instrument Cluster

chapter for more information

regarding the warning lights.

Starting the vehicle

1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without

turning the key to 4 (start). If
there is difficulty in turning the
key, rotate the steering wheel
until the key turns freely. This
condition may occur when:

the front wheels are turned

a front wheel is against the curb

2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then

release the key as soon as the
engine begins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted
cranking system that assists in starting the engine. After releasing
the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue
cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.

Note:

Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to

the off position.

3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and

drive.

Note:

After the vehicle has been

started, a vehicle symbol (called the
Ready Indicator Light) will appear
in the instrument cluster to indicate
the vehicle is on. This indicator will
remain on while the vehicle is on, whether the engine is running or not,
to indicate the vehicle is capable of movement (using its electric motor,
engine, or both).

2009 Tribute Hybrid

(thv)

Owners Guide, 1st Printing
USA

(fus)

Driving

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  • 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start).
  • 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start).
  • 2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the engine begins cranking.
  • 3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive.
  • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is against the curb 2.

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