Mazda Tribute 2008-2011

The Mazda Tribute produced between 2008 and 2011, continued to offer a compact SUV option with some improvements over its predecessor. Sharing its platform with the Ford Escape, it retained its practicality and versatility. The exterior design saw updates, giving it a more modern and appealing appearance. Inside, the cabin features comfortable seating and an easy-to-use control layout, enhancing the driving experience. The Tribute's compact size made it ideal for navigating city streets and highways.

Regarding safety, this generation of the Tribute came equipped with standard features like front-seat side airbags and antilock brakes. While not known for its groundbreaking features or performance, it remained a reliable and budget-friendly option in the compact SUV segment. With a spacious cargo area and the option for all-wheel drive, it continued to cater to families and individuals looking for a practical and straightforward SUV.

Engine 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 21 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 2.5L 4-Cylinder: 0.052’’

Engine 3.0L 6-Cylinder

• Recommended Oil viscosity: 5W-20
• Oil certification: API
• Drain Plug Torque: 19 ft-lbs
• Oil capacity: 6.0 quarts

Spark Plug Gap

• 3.0L 6-Cylinder: 0.048’’

Fuel

• Capacity: 17.5 gallons (66.2L)

Coolant

• Type: 
  • 2.5L engine: Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored)
  • 3.0L engine Mazda Specialty Orange Engine Coolant
• Capacity:
  • 2.3L I4 engine with manual transaxle
  • 2.3L I4 engine with automatic transaxle
  • 3.0L V6 engine with automatic transaxle

Brake fluid

• Type: High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid
• Capacity: Fill to the line on the reservoir

Power Steering Fluid

• Type: MERCON
• Capacity: Fill to the line on reservoir

Transmission fluid

• Type:
  • Manual Transaxle 2WD:  API service GL-5, SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant
  • Manual Transaxle 4WD: API service GL-5, SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant
  • 2.3L / 3.0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler: MERCON ATF
• Capacity: 
  • Manual Transaxle 2WD:  2.4 quarts(2.3L)
  • Manual Transaxle 4WD: 2.5 quarts (2.4L)
  • 2.3L / 3.0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler: 10.2 quarts (9.6L)

Transfer Case

• Type:
  • 4WD (Automatic): API service GL-5, SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant
  • 4WD( Manual): API service GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Lubricant
• Capacity: 12 ounces (0.35L)

Windshield washer fluid

• Capacity: 4.8 quarts (4.5L)

Powertrain

Engine

• 2.3 L L3-VE I4
• 2.5 L L5-VE I4
• 3.0 L AJ V6

Transmission

• 5-speed manual
• 4-speed automatic
• 6-speed automatic (from MY2009)

Fuel Consumption

Safety Ratings

Front Lights

• Front Fog Light Bulb: 9145
• Front Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
• High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H13

Rear Lights

• Back Up Light Bulb: 921
• Brake Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K
• Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 2825
• License Plate Light Bulb: 168
• Parking Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 3457NAK
• Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K
• Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K
• Tail Light Bulb:
  • 3157-SCK
  • 4157K