2004 Mazda Tribute; Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt); Roadside Emergencies- Page 172

2004 Mazda Tribute Owners Manaul

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Preparing your vehicle

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission
may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.

Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.

Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.

Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehicles

do not

touch. Set the parking brake on

both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other
moving parts.

Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure the vent caps are tight and
level.

Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.

Connecting the jumper cables

1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of

the discharged battery.

Note:

In the illustrations,

lightning bolts

are used to designate the

assisting (boosting) battery.

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2004 Mazda Tribute

(j14)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English

(fus)

Roadside Emergencies

172

Detailed Information for 2004 Mazda Tribute Owners Manaul

Lists of information found in 2004 Mazda Tribute Owners Manaul - Page 172

  • 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery.
  • Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
  • Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
  • Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch.
  • Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables.
  • Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges.