Mazda Tribute (2011 year). Instruction

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position

to turn on the

parking lamps.

Rotate to the second position

turn on the headlamps.

Rotate back to

to turn the

headlamps off.

Autolamp control

The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.

The autolamp system is factory
programmed to keep the lights on
for 20 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned to off. This delay
can be programmed, using the
procedure listed below, to any value
up to 180 seconds. It can also be
programmed through the message center.
• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise.
• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to the off position.
Note: Your vehicle has a headlamps on with windshield wipers
feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on for a brief period of time,
the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the
autolamp position.

Autolamp delay system

With autolamps, you can set the delay time to keep the headlights on for
up to three minutes after the key is turned off. The delay time is set to
20 seconds at the factory, but the delay time may be changed by
following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must be done within
10 seconds).

1. Turn the key to the off position.

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2. Rotate the headlamp control to the autolamp position.

3. Rotate the headlamp control to the off position.

4. Turn the key to the on position.

5. Turn the key back to the off position.

6. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position (the headlights

should turn on).

7. Turn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delay

time (up to 3 minutes) has been reached.

Fog lamp control (if equipped)

The headlamp control also operates
the fog lamps. The fog lamps can be
turned on when the headlamp

control is in the

positions and the high beams are
not turned on.

Pull the headlamp control towards
you to turn the fog lamps on. The
fog lamp indicator light will
illuminate.

High beams

After turning the headlamps on,
push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.

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Flash-to-pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the low beam headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:
• the ignition must be in the on position.

• the headlamp control must be in the off, parking lamps or autolamp

position.

• with automatic transmission, the transmission is not in P (Park),

• with manual transmission, the parking brake must be released.

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp

(DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not
provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate
your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parking lamp
operation.

Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.

Rotate to full down position (past
detent) to prevent interior lamps
from illuminating when the doors are opened.
Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer

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switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.
This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting
conditions.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized dealer.

Vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level

surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
• (2) Center height of lamp to

ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height from the

center of your headlamp to the
ground and mark an 8 foot
(2.4 meter) horizontal reference
line on the vertical wall or
screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). The
center of the lamp is marked by a 3 mm circle on the headlamp lens.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen

and open the hood. Cover the left-hand headlamp with an opaque
cloth.

4. On the wall or screen you will

observe a light pattern with a
distinct horizontal edge of high
intensity light towards the right.
If this edge is not at the
horizontal reference line, the
beam will need to be adjusted.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on

the headlamp, then use a 4 mm
socket to turn the adjuster
either counterclockwise (to
adjust up) or clockwise (to
adjust down) aligning the upper
edge of the light pattern to the
horizontal line.

6. Move the opaque cloth to cover

the right-hand headlamp and
repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the
left-hand headlamp.

7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
• Push down to activate the left

turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn

signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome lamps and map lamps
The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and
passenger seats.

The dome lamp is preset to
illuminate when a door is opened
and will remain on for 25 seconds
after the door is closed. To manually
turn on the dome lamp, rotate the
panel dimmer control, located on
the instrument panel, to the full
upright position past the detent.
To turn off the dome lamp, rotate the panel dimmer control to the full
down position past the detent. Note: When manually in the off position,
the dome lamp will not illuminate when the door(s) are opened.

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The map lamp controls (without
moon roof) are located on the dome
lamp. Press the button on either
side of each map lamp to illuminate
the lamps. Press the button again to
turn off the lamps.

For models equipped with a moon
roof, the map lamps are located on
the moon roof control panel. Press
the button on either side of each
map lamp to illuminate the lamps.
Press the button again to turn off
the lamps.

The map lamps will illuminate
whenever a door is opened. After
the door is shut, the lamps will
remain illuminated for 25 seconds.

Cargo and dome lamp

Rear cargo lamp equipped with an
ON/OFF/DOOR control will light
when:
• the doors are closed and the

control is in the ON position.

• the control is in the DOOR

position and any door is open.

When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you
open the doors.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation

Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal

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condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during
normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry
weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:
• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)
• Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
• Water puddle inside the lamp
• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.

Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to ensure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.

Note: The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function

Number of bulbs

Trade number

Headlamps (high and low
beams)

H13

Park/turn/sidemarker lamps
(front)

3457A (amber)

Rear stop/tail/sidemarker

3157K / 4157K

Backup lamp

921

Fog lamp (front)

9145

Center High-mount stop lamp

W5WL

Rear license plate lamp

168

All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.

To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer

Replacing interior bulbs

Check the operation of the interior bulbs frequently. For bulb
replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer.

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Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position.

2. Open the hood.

3. Reach over the front bolster.

4. Remove the bulb by turning it

counterclockwise and then
pulling it straight out.

WARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb
breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If

one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by
the flying glass. If the glass portion of the bulb is touched with bare
hands, body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Never touch the glass portion of the bulb with your bare hands and
always wear eye protection when handling or working around halogen
bulbs.

5. Disconnect the electrical

connector from the bulb.

WARNING: Children and
Halogen Bulbs: Playing with

a halogen bulb is dangerous.
Serious injuries could be caused
by dropping a halogen bulb or
breaking in some other way.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of
the reach of children.

6. Connect the electrical connector on the new bulb.

7. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly.

When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, turn the new bulb
clockwise to install.

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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer.

Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs

The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same
portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the
same steps to replace either bulb:

1. Make sure the headlamp switch

is in the off position, then open
the liftgate to expose the lamp
assembly screws.

2. Remove the two screws from

the lamp assembly.

3. Carefully remove the lamp

assembly away from the vehicle
by pulling the assembly straight
out to expose the bulb socket.

4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp

assembly.

5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.

6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise.

7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure

with two screws.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch

is in the off position.

2. Press the tab and carefully pry

the license plate lamp assembly
(located above the license
plate) from the liftgate.

3. Rotate the bulb socket

counterclockwise and remove
from lamp assembly.

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4. Pull bulb straight out of socket

and push in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the

lamp assembly and rotate
clockwise.

6. To install, carefully press the

lamp assembly into liftgate.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs

To remove the lamp assembly:

1. Remove the two screws and

move the lamp assembly away
from the liftgate.

2. Remove the bulb holder from

the lamp assembly by pressing
the snaps.

3. Pull the bulb straight out of the

socket and push in the new
bulb.

To complete installation, follow the
removal procedure in reverse order.

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Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)

1. Make sure the fog lamp switch

is in the off position.

2. From underneath the vehicle,

rotate the harness/bulb
assembly counterclockwise, to
remove from the fog lamp.

3. Carefully disconnect the bulb

from the harness assembly via
the two snap clips.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.

Note: Heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades and overheat the
wiper motor. If this happens, the motor will automatically stop the
operation of the blades for a short period of time. If this happens while
driving, turn off the wiper switch, park off the right-of-way, and remove
the snow and ice. After a short period of time, turn the switch on and
the blades should operate normally. If they don’t resume functioning,
consult an authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Wait until the
weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative.

Windshield washer: Press the end
of the stalk:
• briefly: causes a single swipe of

the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick press and hold: the

wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.

• a long press and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for

up to ten seconds.

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after
washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on
the windshield.

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

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Rear window wiper/washer controls

For rear wiper operation, rotate the
rear window wiper and washer
control to the desired position.
Select:

2 — Normal speed operation of rear
wiper.

1 — Intermittent operation of rear
wiper.

O (off) — Rear wiper and washer off.

For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer
control to either

position.

From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2
or O (off) position.

MANUAL TILT STEERING COLUMN

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull down the steering column

tilt lever.

2. Move the steering wheel up or

down until you find the desired
location.

3. Push the steering column tilt

lever up. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.

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WARNING: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver

to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or
an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.

Slide-on-rod feature

The visor will slide back and forth
on the rod for increased sunlight
coverage. Rotate the visor towards
the side window and extend it
rearward for additional sunlight
coverage.

Note: To stow the visor back into
the headliner, visor must be
retracted before moving it back
towards the windshield.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.

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Storage compartment (if equipped)

Press the release on the door to
open the storage compartment.

The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.

CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:

1. Cupholders

2. Utility compartment console lid

has a CD holder, a business card
holder and two pen holders.
The utility compartment has a
removable bin with coin holder
slots, a sliding tray, a cell phone
holder and CD holders

3. Rear power point

4. Rear cupholders

5. Small storage trays

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholders. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.

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The tray and inside bin can be
removed to open up space to fit a
laptop computer, MP3 players, CDs
or handbags. To remove, open the
console lid and pull the bin straight
up and out from the console
housing.

The sliding tray and inside bin can
be hooked on the side or rear of the
console for extra storage.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
• On the instrument panel

• On the rear side of the center console
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and
relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on
checking and replacing fuses.

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