Using the engine block heater (if equipped); WARNING: To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater; with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)- Page 105

2001 Mazda Tribute Owners Manual

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STARTING THE ENGINE

NOTE:

Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the

engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.

1. Turn the key to 4 (START)

without pressing the accelerator
pedal and release as soon as the
engine starts. The key will
return to 3 (ON).

2. If the temperature is above

–12°C (10°F) and the engine
does not start within five
seconds on the first try, turn the
key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and
try again.

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does not

start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10
seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts,
press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the
key to START position.

4. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator

pedal gradually as the engine speeds up.

5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the

parking brake.

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)

An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves
starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster
system to respond quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly
recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23°C
(-10°F) or below.

For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before starting
the vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm
the engine, so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the
vehicle.

WARNING: To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater
with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)
adapters.

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  • 1. Turn the key to 4 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts.
  • 2. If the temperature is above –12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again.
  • 3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again.
  • 4. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up.
  • 5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake.