Before Getting In
- Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean.
- Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires.
- Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks.
- If you plan to back up, make sure nothing is in your way.
NOTE.
Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be inspected. See Maintenance.
See also:
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S.
National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction,
and
temperature performance.
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Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines
how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use
these suggestions to help save money on
fuel and repairs.
- Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, ...
Exterior
The outside of the Tribute didn't get as dramatic a face-lift as the Escape
did for 2008. The grille lost its crossbar and the Mazda logo was moved up.
* Standard 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
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