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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Control Module, Replace -> 626 -> B-Series -> Front -> Miata -> Millenia -> MPV -> Protege -> Rear
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS

B-Series

  • Release retaining clips by insert removal tool No. 49-UN01-050, or equivalent, into face plate.
  • Move radio out by pulling and remove tool.
  • Disconnect ground strap, electrical connectors, antenna lead cable and radio.
  • Remove center trim finish panel.
  • Remove mounting screws and climate control assembly.
  • Disconnect electrical connectors and vacuum harness connector.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Miata

  • Disconnect air intake wire from blower unit.
  • Disconnect air mix wire and air flow mode wire from hea...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> B-Series -> Front -> Miata -> Millenia -> MPV -> MX-6 & 626 -> Protege -> Rear -> Replacement -> Service -> Tribute
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS

Front

B-Series
Replacement
  • Raise and support vehicle and remove wheel.
  • Remove brake line and plug to avoid fluid loss and air entering line.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Service
  • Remove excess dirt from caliper assembly, then remove and discard dust boot.
  • Place a piece of wood in caliper and gently blow compressed air into brake line hole to help force out piston. Do not pry piston out, as you may damage assembly.
  • Inspect piston for wear and corrosion. Replace as needed.
  • Remove piston seal and discard.
  • Remove and inspect bleeder screw. Replace as needed.
  • Inspec...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Tribute -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 30,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS

Front

  • Remove wheel lug nuts and wheel.
  • Remove righthand front driveshaft nut.
  • Remove two inner driveshaft bearing retainer nuts.
  • ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable at battery.
  • Remove starter bolts, Fig. .
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • On models equipped with AWD, disconnect exhaust system.
  • On all ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mazda -> 2001-04 Tribute
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the four caps from the righthand side cowl cover retaining screws.
  • Remove the four righthand side cowl cover retaining screws and four pin type retainers, then the cover, Fig. .
  • Pull the rain shield rain up...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Mazda -> Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Lamp -> 2001-09 Tribute
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS

Red and yellow indicator lamps are used to warn of system faults. The red lamp warns of such faults as low brake fluid level, parking brake On, system pressure differential and other system faults. The red indicator lamp will light for approximately two seconds during engine starting and should go off, unless parking brake is applied or a problem in the brake system exist. The red indicator lamp should reset after repairs to syste...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Drain cooling system into suitable container.
  • Remove lower splash shields.
  • Disconnect lower radiator hose and high pressure transmission line.
  • Lower vehicle.
  • Disconnect transmission return line.
  • Disconnect upp...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove splash shield .
  • Rotate tensioner counterclockw...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Connectors Diagram for 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GASConnectors Diagram for 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • License Plate Lamp
  • Turn Signal Lamp
  • Parking Lamp
  • Central Junction Box
  • Battery Junction Box
  • Connectors Diagram for 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 3.0 V6 GASConnectors Diagram for 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Powertrain Control Module
  • Heated Oxygen Sensor
  • Injector
  • X-134
  • B-171
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Electronic Flasher Module
  • 2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Accessory Relay
  • Exterior Rearview Mirror Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES
    Vehicle: 2002 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2002 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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