long-term reliability. Refer to
Fuel filter
in the
Maintenance and
Specifications
chapter for fuel filter replacement requirements.
*2 If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions,
change the spark plugs every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or shorter.
a) Repeated short-distance driving.
b) Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation.
c) Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid
climates.
*3 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be
changed.
*4 The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications
at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation, at any wheel change, or
at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. Refer to
Wheel
Lug Nut Torque Specification
in the
Tires, Wheels and Loading
chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification.
OWNER MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle
inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable
operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an authorized Mazda Dealer or
qualified service technician as soon as possible.
When Refueling
•
Brake and clutch fluid level
•
Engine coolant level
•
Engine oil level
•
Washer fluid level
At Least Monthly
•
Tire inflation pressures
At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
•
Automatic transaxle fluid level
•
Power steering fluid level
Retightening lug nuts
•
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).
•
Refer to
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specification
in the
Tires, Wheels
and Loading
chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification.
2006 Tribute
(j14)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
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