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2003 Mazda Tribute CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT Mazda REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
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- A/C & Heater Service
- Brake Service
- Fuel Filter Replacement
- Driveline, U-Joint & CV Axles Replacement
- Starter & Alternator Replacement
- Cabin Air Filter Locations & Replacement
- Maintenance Lamp Reset
- Radiator & Hose Replacement
- Serpentine Belt Service
A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Import Compressor Service -> Panasonic (Matsushita) Compressor -> Air Gap, Adjust
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 3.0 V6 GAS
- Adjust clearance between pressure plate and A/C compressor pulley as follows:
- Set A/C compressor on level block.
- Fix a dial gauge on a magnetic base and set measuring probe on pressur...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Mazda -> Power Brake Units -> Description
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS
When the brake pedal is depressed, a vacuum builds up in the booster which amplifies the pedal force, pressing on the piston in the master cylinder. The piston raises the hydraulic pressure in the cylinder. This hydraulic pres...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Mazda -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 2001-04 Tribute w/3.0L Engine -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS
Fuel System Pressure Relief
Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.
Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.
The anti-theft function is available as an option for the audio system. Before removing the battery ground cable or disconnecting the audio system power source, obtain the code number to reset the system when repairs are complete.
After t...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS
Front
- Place transmission in neutral, and raise and support vehicle.
- Remove wheel lug nuts and wheel.
- Remove from wheel axle hub nut.
- Separate lower control arm from front wheel knuckle.
- Remove nut and pinch bolt.
- Separate lower control arm from front wheel knuckl...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 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 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Mazda -> 2001-04 Tribute
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 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 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Mazda -> Traction Control System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS
This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned to On position as a bulb check. If the ...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS
Lower
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at radiator outlet.
- Remove hose from radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at water inlet.
- Remove hose from water inlet.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure t...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 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 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most 2003 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Connectors Diagram for 2003 Mazda Tribute LX 3.0 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Connectors Diagram for 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2003 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
2003 Mazda Tribute ES 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most 2003 Mazda Tribute cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES Vehicle: 2003 Mazda Tribute DX 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2003 Mazda Tribute AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2003 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 2003 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 2003 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 2003 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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