WARNING: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner; removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.; Changing the air filter element- Page 231

2003 Mazda Tribute Owners Manual

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WARNING: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner

removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.

Changing the air filter element

1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air

filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover.

2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
3. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.
4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or

debris and to ensure good sealing.

6. Install a new air filter element.

Be careful not to crimp the filter

element edges between the air

filter housing and cover. This

could cause filter damage and

allow unfiltered air to enter the

engine if not properly seated.

7. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.
8. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp.

Note:

Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe

engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to

the engine if the correct air filter element is not used.

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

New vehicles are fitted with tires

that have a rating on them called

Tire Quality Grades. The Quality

grades can be found where

applicable on the tire sidewall

between tread shoulder and

maximum section width. For

example:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

Maintenance and Specifications

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  • 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover.
  • 2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
  • 3. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.
  • 4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
  • 5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing.
  • 6. Install a new air filter element.
  • 7. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps.
  • 8. Replace the air inlet tube and secure the clamp.