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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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WASHING THE EXTERIOR

Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral
pH shampoo.

Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing
or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted
surfaces.

Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or during exposure to
strong, direct sunlight.

Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for
best results.

Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to
eliminate water spotting.

It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the
winter months, as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause
damage to the vehicle.

Immediately remove items such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings
and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle’s
paintwork and trim over time.

Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a
car wash.

Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted
surface; if these substances come in contact with your vehicle,
wash off as soon as possible.

Use care when washing the vehicle to ensure water and soap
are not directed into the high voltage battery vent, located
near the driver side rear window.

WAXING

Applying a premium paint sealant to your vehicle every six months will
assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage.

Wash the vehicle first. Refer to

Washing the exterior

for more

detailed information.

Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use a premium liquid wax.

Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl
area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.

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  • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
  • Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or during exposure to strong, direct sunlight.
  • Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for best results.
  • Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to eliminate water spotting.
  • It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the winter months, as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause damage to the vehicle.
  • Immediately remove items such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle’s paintwork and trim over time.
  • Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash.
  • Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface; if these substances come in contact with your vehicle, wash off as soon as possible.
  • Use care when washing the vehicle to ensure water and soap are not directed into the high voltage battery vent, located near the driver side rear window.
  • Wash the vehicle first.
  • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use a premium liquid wax.
  • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area.

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