🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Mazda Model: Tribute Year: 2010 Codes Vin Decoder Country Code: J Vin Decoder Manufacturer Code: M 👋 Introduction Market Position Vehicle Segment: Compact Crossover SUV Target Audience: Individuals and families seeking a versatile, affordable, and practical vehicle for daily commuting and light utility. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Ford Escape, Honda CR-V, Toyota RAV4, Nissan Rogue, Subaru Forester Key Features Vehicle Platform: Based on the Mazda Familia platform, shared with the Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner. Design Philosophy: Emphasized Mazda's 'Zoom-Zoom' driving dynamics within the SUV segment, offering a more engaging driving experience than some competitors. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Manual Type: Owner's Manual Language: English Format: Printed Page Count Page Count: Approximately 350 pages (typical for this model year and segment) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Operation, indicators, basic checks, fluid levels, cooling system, lubrication system, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system Transmission: Automatic transmission operation, fluid checks, selector lever positions Brakes: Brake system operation, ABS warning lights, parking brake Electrical: Battery, fuses, lighting system (headlights, taillights, interior lights), wipers and washers, power windows, door locks, mirrors, horn Steering: Power steering operation, steering wheel adjustments Suspension: General information on suspension operation Bodywork: Doors, hood, tailgate operation, exterior lighting, wheels and tires (basic care) Interior: Seats, seatbelts, airbags, climate control (HVAC), audio system, instrument cluster, warning lights and indicators, interior lighting Safety Features: Airbag system operation, seatbelt usage, child restraint systems (LATCH/ISOFIX), child safety locks, ABS, traction control (if equipped) Infotainment: Radio operation, CD player (if equipped), auxiliary input, speaker system Tire Pressure Monitoring: TPMS operation and warning indicators Procedures Included Maintenance: Checking fluid levels (oil, coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid), tire pressure checks, changing wiper blades, refueling, jump starting, tire changing (spare tire location and operation), bulb replacement (common bulbs) Troubleshooting: Interpreting warning lights and chimes, basic troubleshooting steps for common issues (e.g., battery drain, non-starting engine) Emergency: Emergency assistance, vehicle towing (towing eye locations, procedure), jump starting Operation: Starting and stopping the engine, driving operations, parking, using the climate control system, operating lights and wipers, adjusting seats and mirrors Technical Depth Depth Level: Owner-level maintenance and basic operation. Does not include detailed diagnostic procedures, component replacement instructions beyond basic consumables, or complex electrical system troubleshooting. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format Type: Printed Booklet Print Quality Print Quality: High-quality, durable paper suitable for automotive use. Clear text and diagrams. Binding Type Binding Type: Stapled or perfect bound, designed for dashboard compartment storage. Paper Type Paper Type: Glossy or semi-gloss paper for images and diagrams. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code Variant: 2.3L Duratec-MZI I4 (L3-VE) Displacement: 2261 cc (137.9 cu in) Horsepower: 148 hp @ 6000 rpm Torque: 150 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline, 87 octane recommended Engine Design Cylinders: 4 Valvetrain: DOHC, 16 valves Bore X Stroke: 87.5 mm x 94.0 mm (3.44 in x 3.70 in) Compression Ratio: 9.7:1 Cooling System Capacity: Approx. 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters) Oil Capacity: Approx. 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters) with filter change Oil Type Specification: SAE 5W-20 (API Service SG or higher) Alternative Engine Alternative Engine Code Variant: 3.0L Duratec 30 V6 (AJ-DE) Alternative Displacement: 2967 cc (181.1 cu in) Alternative Horsepower: 203 hp @ 6000 rpm Alternative Torque: 200 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 4-speed automatic (4F50N) Drive Layout: Front-wheel drive (FWD) Optional Optional Transmission Type: 4-speed automatic with all-wheel drive (AWD) Optional Drive Layout: All-wheel drive (AWD) Features Transmission Fluid Capacity: Approx. 7.7 quarts (7.3 liters) for 4-speed automatic Transmission Fluid Type: Mazda ATF-MV or MERCON V 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 179.7 inches (4564 mm) Width: 71.4 inches (1813 mm) Height: 66.5 inches (1689 mm) Wheelbase: 103.1 inches (2619 mm) Ground Clearance: Approximately 7.7 inches (196 mm) Interior Passenger Volume: Approximately 97.1 cu ft Cargo Cargo Volume Rear Seats Up: Approximately 31.4 cu ft Cargo Volume Rear Seats Down: Approximately 64.8 cu ft Weights Curb Weight FWD: Approximately 3483 lbs (1580 kg) Curb Weight AWD: Approximately 3638 lbs (1650 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: Approximately 4650 lbs (2109 kg) Towing Capacity: 2000 lbs (907 kg) with optional towing package Wheels Tires Standard Wheel Size: 16-inch alloy or steel wheels Standard Tire Size: P235/70R16 Optional Wheel Size: 17-inch alloy wheels Optional Tire Size: P235/65R17 Bolt Pattern: 5 x 4.5 inches (5x114.3mm) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Frontal Crash Driver: 5 Stars (2010 model year) NHTSA Frontal Crash Passenger: 5 Stars (2010 model year) NHTSA Side Crash Front Seat: 5 Stars (2010 model year) NHTSA Side Crash Rear Seat: 5 Stars (2010 model year) NHTSA Rollover Rating: 4 Stars (2010 model year) Active Features ABS: Standard (Anti-lock Braking System) Traction Control: Available (TCS) Electronic Stability Control: Not widely available or standard on all trims for 2010, check...
Starting and stopping the engine, driving operations, parking, using the climate control system, operating lights and wipers, adjusting seats and mirrors
Technical Depth
Depth Level:
Owner-level maintenance and basic operation. Does not include detailed diagnostic procedures, component replacement instructions beyond basic consumables, or complex electrical system troubleshooting.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Format Type:
Printed Booklet
Print Quality
Print Quality:
High-quality, durable paper suitable for automotive use. Clear text and diagrams.
Binding Type
Binding Type:
Stapled or perfect bound, designed for dashboard compartment storage.
Paper Type
Paper Type:
Glossy or semi-gloss paper for images and diagrams.
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code Variant:
2.3L Duratec-MZI I4 (L3-VE)
Displacement:
2261 cc (137.9 cu in)
Horsepower:
148 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
150 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline, 87 octane recommended
Engine Design
Cylinders:
4
Valvetrain:
DOHC, 16 valves
Bore X Stroke:
87.5 mm x 94.0 mm (3.44 in x 3.70 in)
Compression Ratio:
9.7:1
Cooling System Capacity:
Approx. 7.0 quarts (6.6 liters)
Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters) with filter change
Oil Type Specification:
SAE 5W-20 (API Service SG or higher)
Alternative Engine
Alternative Engine Code Variant:
3.0L Duratec 30 V6 (AJ-DE)
Alternative Displacement:
2967 cc (181.1 cu in)
Alternative Horsepower:
203 hp @ 6000 rpm
Alternative Torque:
200 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
4-speed automatic (4F50N)
Drive Layout:
Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Optional
Optional Transmission Type:
4-speed automatic with all-wheel drive (AWD)
Optional Drive Layout:
All-wheel drive (AWD)
Features
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approx. 7.7 quarts (7.3 liters) for 4-speed automatic
Transmission Fluid Type:
Mazda ATF-MV or MERCON V
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
179.7 inches (4564 mm)
Width:
71.4 inches (1813 mm)
Height:
66.5 inches (1689 mm)
Wheelbase:
103.1 inches (2619 mm)
Ground Clearance:
Approximately 7.7 inches (196 mm)
Interior
Passenger Volume:
Approximately 97.1 cu ft
Cargo
Cargo Volume Rear Seats Up:
Approximately 31.4 cu ft
Cargo Volume Rear Seats Down:
Approximately 64.8 cu ft
Weights
Curb Weight FWD:
Approximately 3483 lbs (1580 kg)
Curb Weight AWD:
Approximately 3638 lbs (1650 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Approximately 4650 lbs (2109 kg)
Towing Capacity:
2000 lbs (907 kg) with optional towing package
Wheels Tires
Standard Wheel Size:
16-inch alloy or steel wheels
Standard Tire Size:
P235/70R16
Optional Wheel Size:
17-inch alloy wheels
Optional Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Bolt Pattern:
5 x 4.5 inches (5x114.3mm)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Frontal Crash Driver:
5 Stars (2010 model year)
NHTSA Frontal Crash Passenger:
5 Stars (2010 model year)
NHTSA Side Crash Front Seat:
5 Stars (2010 model year)
NHTSA Side Crash Rear Seat:
5 Stars (2010 model year)
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 Stars (2010 model year)
Active Features
ABS:
Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
Traction Control:
Available (TCS)
Electronic Stability Control:
Not widely available or standard on all trims for 2010, check specific vehicle.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags, front side-impact airbags, available side-curtain airbags
Seatbelts:
Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
Child Restraint:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system in rear seats
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Standard AM/FM stereo with CD player, 4 or 6 speakers depending on trim. Auxiliary audio input jack.
Optional Audio Upgrade:
Bose premium audio system available on higher trims.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard on most trims
Rear View Camera:
Not typically standard, may be available as an aftermarket addition or very rare dealer option.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Not generally available as standard. May have been an dealer-installed accessory or available on late-model trims/packages.
Instrument Cluster
Gauges:
Speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, engine coolant temperature gauge, odometer, trip odometer, various warning lights and indicators.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Severe driving conditions may require more frequent changes.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km)
Engine Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000-30,000 miles (24,000-48,000 km) depending on driving conditions.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000-20,000 miles (24,000-32,000 km)
Transmission Fluid Change:
Approximately every 30,000-60,000 miles (48,000-96,000 km) or as indicated by driving conditions. Refer to manual for specific guidance.
Coolant Change:
Initial change at 100,000 miles (160,000 km), then every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) thereafter.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-20, API Service SG or higher
Transmission Fluid:
Mazda ATF-MV or MERCON V
Coolant:
Mazda Genuine Super Long Life Coolant (or equivalent ethylene glycol-based coolant with deionized water, 50/50 mix)
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid
Power Steering Fluid:
Mazda Genuine Power Steering Fluid or MERCON ATF
Known Issues
Common Issue 1:
Transmission shudder or rough shifting, particularly in older models or those with high mileage. Regular fluid changes are critical.
Common Issue 2:
Front suspension clunks or rattles, often related to worn sway bar links or bushings.
Common Issue 3:
Water pump leaks or premature failure, especially on the 3.0L V6 engine.
Common Issue 4:
Power steering pump noise or leaks.
Common Issue 5:
Check Engine Light illumination due to various sensor issues (e.g., O2 sensors, MAF sensor).
Part Numbers
Oil Filter Part Number Example:
Mazda: B6Y1-14-302-9A, Bosch: 3323
Engine Air Filter Part Number Example:
Mazda: BP4L-13-Z40, Purolator: A35618
Cabin Air Filter Part Number Example:
Mazda: BN2A-61-J6X, Fram: CF10135
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Mazda Brand Focus:
Mazda is known for its sporty driving dynamics ('Zoom-Zoom') and distinctive Kodo design language.
Model Evolution
First Generation Intro:
The Mazda Tribute was first introduced for the 2001 model year.
Second Generation Intro:
The second generation, which the 2010 model belongs to, debuted for the 2008 model year with significant updates and styling.
Platform Sharing:
Developed in partnership with Ford, the Tribute shares its platform with the first-generation Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner.
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Kansas City, Missouri, USA
Production Years:
2001-2011 (in North America), replaced by the Mazda CX-5.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
The 2010 Tribute received good ratings in IIHS crash tests, though not explicitly a 'Top Safety Pick' for all years/configurations.
Ratings
Desempeño Manejo:
Often praised for offering a more engaging driving experience compared to some competitors in its class.
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