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Maintenance and specifications – Mazda 2005 Tribute User Manual

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1

Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission

fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON

௡ and MERCON௡ V are not interchangeable. DO NOT

mix MERCON

௡ and MERCON௡ V. Refer to your scheduled maintenance

section to determine the correct service interval.

2

Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the

bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.

3

Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary

based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range.

4

Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. DO NOT MIX

different colors or types of coolant. DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine
Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant in this
chapter.

5

Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole.

For further information on your lubrication specifications, see your
authorized Mazda dealer.

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Engine

2.3L I4 engine

3.0L DOHC V6 engine

Cubic inches

140

183

Required fuel

87 octane

87 octane

Firing order

1-3-4-2

1-4-2-5-3-6

Ignition system

Coil on plug

Coil on plug

Spark plug gap

0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35mm)

0.052–0.056 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)

Compression ratio

9.7:1

10.0:1

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2005 Mazda Tribute (j14), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)

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