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Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute feels like car will stall when idling [jnitt]
I had that problem last year. I should've gotten the transmission flush because in the end I had to replace the whole transmission in the end. I have the 2001 Mazda tribute with 80K miles at the time. Now this year my engine and battery had to be replaced a month ago. Today it wouldn't start at all and not even sure what to check at this point :(. Bottom line ... Read More
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Re: Idle Problems with Mazda Tribute 2001 V6 Auto [saxybacon]
Saxybacon, what was the cost of all the repairs? I am thinking of buying one used, but want to have the cost of repairs for negotiation purposes... thanks. Tiphanie
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2001 Mazda Tribute feels like car will stall when idling
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute with about 107k miles. The last time I got an oil change I was told that I need to have a transmission flush. I checked the fluid and it is a brownish color with no flakes. The car has been running perfectly fine, yesterday coming home it has started to feel like it will stall when I am idling, stopped at a light or something, ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Electrical Problems
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Mazda Tribute Minor mechanical and cosmetic issues
Have had a 2001 Mazda Tribute V6 ES 4WD since 2002 (bought it coming off of a one-year lease.) Handles well. Powerful engine for a small SUV, but growls loudly. Internal wind-noise is excessive. Mileage started out around 24 hwy, then gradually dropped down to 19-20 hwy. Drivers door-latch mechanism (inside door) broke. Rear hatch door would not open (internal release froze up.) Rear hatch window wiper motor froze up. AC ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [lornebr]
The Zip tie will break rather soon. The heat from the engine will degrade it quickly. Get the right part in there.
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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2001 Tribute DX 2WD manual transmission -- clutch question
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute DX, manual transmission. At 125K miles, I replaced the clutch assembly/flywheel/pressure plate due to clutch not releasing -- it wouldn't fully disengage and resulted in sound of grinding gears. Ever since the clutch replacement (now @ 138K miles), I am experiencing problems with the clutch not catching properly or soon enough when going from idle (neutral) into 1st. The problem occurs when I'm at a ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
I realize that considerable time has past since this post, but your story is exactly the same as mine. I had a '02 Tribute that was stuck in R and when the tow truck driver tried to change this for towing reasons, he ended up temporarily fixing the vehicle. After pushing the gear release button and looking under the hood, he simply used a zip tie (that he just happened to ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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Re: Idle became rough after changing spark plugs in my 2001 mazda tribute [jaiven]
I replaced ALL the intake manifold gaskets. Especially the UPPER and LOWER intake runnner gaskets. Comes in a kit. I installed new coils from Rockauto.com, new plugs, new idle air control valve and cleaned the MAF. I also replaced some worn vacuum hoses. The key culprit were the gaskets. I used my OBD II reader. When the OBD II reader tell you Lean mixture on both banks, the gaskets are the ... Read More
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Re: Idle became rough after changing spark plugs in my 2001 mazda tribute [jaiven]
I chased the same probllem and have the solution. My Tribute has 153,000 miles. 1. Replace all the intake manifold gaskets. Comes in a kit. Don't cheat. You need to replace the UPPER and LOWER intake runner gaskets and throttle body gasket. Grease the o-rints so they slide into place when tightening (won't bind and pinch) 2. I then replaced the plugs and coils while I was in there. 3. Also ... Read More
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Re: Idle Problems with Mazda Tribute 2001 V6 Auto [saxybacon]
"my car runs like a charm now!" WOW finally some good news.
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Re: Idle Problems with Mazda Tribute 2001 V6 Auto [dlovett]
My 2001 Tribute (which I've had since it rolled off the lot) and now has 153K miles (240K km). I have had all the service done on time at the dealership. But I had the same issue starting mid-2010 and got it fixed about 2 months ago. I found that the symptoms dimished after I had been driving for about 15-20 minutes, so I thought my plugs were getting bad and ... Read More
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Idle Problems with Mazda Tribute 2001 V6 Auto
My wife bought this car 2nd hand with 270,000 Kms on the speedo. For a while everything went well, but after about 2 months the motor would snuff and die. The only way I could get it to the mechanic was to open the throttle wide (High Revs) and ride the brake at the same time and prayed that the traffic light were going to be kind to me. Anyway our ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [racenut]
Good call on the push nut. I have a 2002 Tribute that also had the transmission cable fall off. Between the tow truck operator and this post I was able to fix the cable on my own. All you need is a 5/16ths push nut. It fits right on the end of the little transmission post as the tranmission post has a little groove which the push nut fits in perfectly. ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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2001 Mazda Tribute starting problems
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute V6 with almost 80,000 miles on it. It will not start after I have driven a long distance and keep starting & stopping my car. It will turn over but then it just dies. If I let it cool down for more than an hour it usually will start. Just lately it has not been starting even in the morning, its been taking like 2 ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute ES V6 turns over but will not start [aviator2010]
No problems so far - thanks again ... !!
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute ES V6 turns over but will not start [duanedoug1]
Thank you very much .... I was thinking of changing the spark plugs aswell here as they have not been changed in a very long time .... probably won't do any harm together with the other items you mention here. I had to laugh at point 4. - probably should consider it :) cheers ....
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute ES V6 turns over but will not start [aviator2010]
1. If the key shaped lamp on the dash is flashing wile cranking, you have an anti theft problem, 2. The Idle Air Control valve can stick closed intermittently - if you open the throttle a bit while cranking and it starts, change it. 3. If the fuel pump check valve does not hold pressure with the key off it can cause extended crank before starting. Cycle the key on and ... Read More
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2001 Mazda Tribute ES V6 turns over but will not start
Hi We have a 2001 Mazda Tribute - occassionally it will not start - the motor turns over, battery is good - but it does not catch. If we leave it for a couple of minutes, then turn the key again , it will start. We had the fuel filter replaced a few months ago and after that particular operation, the issue seemed to go away - unfortunately to return now. ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [mekaniko1]
Did you have to go to Mazda to get the bushings? I know that Mazda will only sell the complete cable assy and not the retainer separately to the tune of $80. Since the cable popped off I need to find a diagram of the assy to see how bushings, cable, etc go together. What style of retaining ring did you use? Thanks
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
I spent $12 to fix mine. What happened was that the linkage pin retaining ring came out, letting the cable and the bushings come out the pin. All I did was put new bushings ($6) and retaining ring ($6 for 102 pieces).
Mazda Tribute
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Re: newbie 2001 mazda tribute owner [hadmazda42long]
Hey had mazda 42 long,I recently replaced upper and lower intake manifolds gaskets and the spark plugs my self I'm some what of a do it your self kinda guy,it saves me money that the mechanics wish they can pocket,and so far so good!!!next will be what ever is loose in the right front tire or suspension area, I'm getting a knocking sound like somethings loose,anyway u said that when u ... Read More
Mazda Tributes Doors
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Re: Mazda Trribute Read Hatch/Window Rattle [tomv3]
Hi I recently purchased a 2001 Tribute in excellent condition except for an excruciating rattle coming from the drivers door when the car was going up or down hills or going over a bump. After many attempts to remedy the problem, I tried your tape solution with instant success. The rattle had been so loud that it masked the fact that all the doors were doing it so I have taped ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute CD Player [rhiannon1]
I don't usually make mistakes like that but now that you mention it that very well could be a possibility. Thanks for your help, I will post again if I have issues.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute CD Player [cbauser]
Chances are you burned the CD in data instead of music format. Anything burned in music format will play.
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2001 Mazda Tribute CD Player
I have tried using a burned CD-R in my CD player and it just keeps trying to read a disc and never plays. A regular CD works fine. What CD types does the single disc CD Player support?
Mazda Tribute Engine Surge
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What could have failed under sudden acceleration?
2001 Mazda Tribute 3.0 V6 (same as Ford Escape) I just put it back together after changing plugs (had to remove the upper intake-yes I changed the gaskets). Seemed to run fine at idle and around the neighborhood but when I took it for a longer drive it was ok until I floored it. It immediately died. Started back up but throttle would not respond. Started it the next day when ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [dannybmx]
Holy crap! I am having the same exact problems, and have been for the past 3 weeks, and i just bought it on 9/30. Today the dealer who sold it to me told me he had a Mazda expert mechanic look at it and this was the problem. So now i have to wait until tomorrow's cold start to see if this was the problem. I'm pretty sure it is, because ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [abester]
I had the same problem with my 2001 Tribute. My solution was replacing the lower intake manifold gaskets. After doing so my idle problem stopped.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [dipinb]
Hi brayofsunshine1@yahoo.com. I recently bought a 2001 Mazda Tribute with a 145,000mi that acts up only when it's cold, and then after about 5 to 10 mins the vehicle runs perfectly fine. I've read similar stories of people claiming to have a loping idle on cold starts, and like most owners, I've replaced, sparks plugs, air filter, and used injector cleaners with no positive outcome. Could anyone whose had a similar ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Owners Meet the Members
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Need opinions
I have a 2001 Ford Escape which I LOVE. Unfortunately the transmission is starting to go so I started looking for something to replace it. I found a 2002 Mazda Tribute which is a lot like my Escape only has more toys and bigger tires so it feels bigger. I need to decide by Wed. that's 2 days if I want it... I like the looks, the toys, the similarity to ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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Re: Mazda Tribute transmission [ecc12]
All you have to do is go through the Edmunds threads on this subject and you will see the pattern. Also - go out on the internet using Tribute transmission.....keywords and you will find the pattern. My tribute was a 2001 and I have seen this issue in every year.
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [jma11]
Here's my fix: http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0e12f2/5!keywords=#MSG5
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
Ok, the transmission end of the cable has a plastic press fit part that wears out allowing it to slip off of the shift arm receiver . You can pay $80 plus labor to refit a new cable that will fail again the same way, or it seems your mechanic has a way to replace the bad end of the cable with a better clamp (hopefully). My '01 Tribute cable end ... Read More
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
i have a mazda tribute stuck in reverse, did you get yoyrs fixed? louisa@cableone.net
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
WOW! $301 to just fix the cable...how about replacing it since he is accessing it already and do his "magical" repair on the new cable for the same price. I think your getting screwed on the price....just my $0.02
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [racenut]
How do you prevent it from coming off in future? i.e. permanently?
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [vg33e power]
Thanks just chatted with the mechanic and expressed my concerns at the price. He explained that the $396 included a transmission service also. I told him to hold off in doing that and just fix the cable for $301 - he says he repairs it by repairing the ends so the problem never happens again!!! seemed wierd to me, how do you repair a cable when it is broken? It's with ... Read More
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
same problem on my 2001 tribute . On the drivers side under the hood you can look down and see the shift lever that is where the cable end is. if the cable came off the lever there all you have to do is reattach the cable to the lever end and what I used was a push nut to hold it in place cost about .05 cents time it took ... Read More
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move [SharonMac]
I highly doubt the mechanic is going to "fix" the shifter cable, I am almost positive that he is going to "replace" it. Most faulty parts now are just replaced and not fixed as the old days, and I am truly sorry if I offend a mechanic out there, but most mechanics are not really mechanics like before they are technicians that replace parts. In anyway, here is the Ford part ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute 2001 a/m stuck in reverse gear won't move
Last night my car gear shifter stuck in reverse and wouldn't move when sitting parked at a traffic light.(had to have it towed to the garage) The mechanic says he can repair my shifter cable for $396 this seems very high just for a cable repair - they are not replacing it. Has anyone had a similar problem that can share any insight on what it cost/took to fix theirs? Thanks ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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no acceleration/engine shaking
had the spark plugs checked, the coils checked and boots replaced and the mechanic told me it might be the computer sensor is not being read.. take it to the dealer for a diagnostic. At the dealer, someone mentioned it could be the catalytic converter needs to be changed. He just drove it and parked it in the lot. I'm waiting on the diagnostic test tomorrow, however, initially the mechanic that ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [raustria]
Thanks for the information. I replaced my upper and lower intake manifold gaskets a week ago and have not had any idle problems since. The lower gaskets were really bad and most likely 3 out of the six were leaking.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [raustria]
thank you ! for the info. gerry :)
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [mgregory123]
I had the same issue; car is just under 100k miles and had this issue for about 4 months. Mechanic found that the intake manifold gasket was leaking. Replaced upper and lower intake gaskets and problem nwas fixed. Cost was about $50 in parts and $180 in labor.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [dipinb]
I have not found a solution yet. I have found another person local to me having the same problem with a Ford Escape.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [mgregory123]
Hi, I'm having the exact same problem so I was wondering if you found a solution yet. My dealer changed the battery, alternator, and fuel pump and nothing has solved it. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start [mgregory123]
I have a 2001 V6 Tribute with 180,000 miles. I have been chasing this problem since last fall. I have changed the IACV, spark plugs, fuel filter, have tried several different fuel system cleaners and have searched for vacuum leaks. I have not found any solution. Have you had any luck lately?
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Idle became rough after changing spark plugs in my 2001 mazda tribute
Hi, after I replaced the Spark Plug and PCV valve on my 2001 Mazda Tribute V6 the idle became rough as if it is going to die. I replaced the old spark plugs with Bosch Platinum +4 and a PCV valve I purchaced from Auto Zone. Should I not be using this kind of spark plug? Or is their anything that needs adjustment? Please advice. I will greatly appreciate your suggestions ... Read More
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2001 Mazda Tribute - Loping idle on cold start
Been reading alot about idle problems with cold starts and the possible causes from bad IACV's to leaking intake gaskets. Never had problems with my Tribute until a few months ago when starting it cold, the engine started to lope like it was starved for gas. Gave it gas by keeping foot down on the pedal a bit to keep the idle up and once the vehicle warmed up, everything was ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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2001 Mazda Tribute Transmission Mystery
Just started having problems with my suv when I put it in drive. It doesn't seem to want to go into gear, though it works fine in the lower gears. I took it to the mechanic and he told me that visual and diagnostic tests turned up nothing even though he experienced the same problem when driving it. It seems to be at its worst when the car has been idle. ... Read More
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2001 Mazda Tribute
I just replaced the upper and lower intake manifold gaskets on my mazda, in addition to the pcv valve, spark plugs and and the corroded vacuum lines. I used fuel injector spray cleaner to clean the throttle body also. I started it up and it ran a little rough at first, but then cleared up was running great. I put in a small bottle of fuel injector cleaner, and filled the ... Read More
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Need Advise
I am a student and am planning to buy a 2001 mazda tribute with an odometer reading of 103000 and a price of about 5k. Can you guys suggest is it worth the drill? The car has never been in any problems so far, no known problems, clean car report. Kindly suggest.
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Catalytic convertor issues
I have a 2001 Tribute, V-6 with 92K miles. 6 months ago the EGR valve blew a hole in itself. After replacement car ran good again. During a trip earlier last week EGR blew another hole stranding my wife out of town. A mechanic replaced valve and she headed for home but 10 minutes later car engine lost power and did't want to run. Back to mechanic who advised problem was ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Owners Meet the Members
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Stalls cold - 2001 Mazda Tribute
First thing the morning - the car starts but idles low and seems like it's going to run out of fuel. Changed the IAC valve. No change. I don't think it would be the fuel pump or regulator. The intake was off this summer to replace #1 coil. Could there be a leak at the intake. If anyone has had the same problem, please let me know. Thanks. No other problems ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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can anyone help with the ? i posted
i put the problems that i am having with my 2001 mazda tribute on post # 3646. i am at a lost of whati culd do next. please if anyone knows anythng about it would you please give me some advise. thank you to whoever responds.~~~~~~~brandi5 &
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Intermittent hard start - NOT IAC
I have a 2001 Tribute 3.0L with 70K miles. I have been chasing a hard start problem for months. Sometimes it will fire within 1 or 2 seconds as it should, other times it will crank for 5 to 10 seconds half a dozen times (sometimes 8 or 10 times) before it fires. It runs great, just dosen't like to start about 25% of the time. First, yes I have replaced ... Read More
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2001 Tribute Vibration / Hum
2001 Mazda Tribute, I feel a vibration in the gas pedal while decelerating. I also hear the vibration, like a loud hum or could be discribes as a rough whinning. The vibration is not extreme but noticeably different than normal. While accelerating the noise and pedal vibration goes away, or is at least far less. While stopped the noise and vibration are also not there, or is at least far less. ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute hard to shift [dan101]
What is the part name?
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute hard to shift [robcor151]
I have a 2001 escape and it was shuddering at between 40-50 mph also. I took it to the dealer an it was a pin in the computer cost about $200.00 to fix. The part was roughly $12.00 the rest labor charges took about 30 minutes to fix.....
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2001 Mazda Tribute hard to shift
My 2001 Tribute DX 4Cyl 5 Sp AWD is very hard to shift up or down.Over the past year or so its gotten worse.Shifter cables seem too slide easily as does the shifter itself.Could a bad clutch slave or master cylinder be the reason? It does not look like they are leaking.Anybody out there have a similar problem or anybody got any advice.I'd sure appreciate it before the tranny shop starts ... Read More
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Tribute Idling Problem
Hello, I would be grateful for some assistance. I live in Samoa over in the southern hemisphere about 3-4 hours flying time from New Zealand. We drive on the same side of the road as you guys in USA so a lot of our vehicles are imported old and new from the states. I just bought a tribute 2001 2.0L engine and have found some similar problems of idling as many ... Read More
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Re: 2002 Ford Escape Transmission [bri66]
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute that I think might have the same front-end problem. Every time I go over a bump I hear a kind of a rattling or ticking, almost like something is a little loose in the undercarriage. It's a really short noise, i.e. you have to listen carefully because it comes immediately after a bump. Could this be the same shocks problem? Any help much appreciated.
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Re: 2001 Mazda Tribute Woes [dnardini]
i noticed that you owned a b2600 i have a 87? you wouldent happpen to know the fireing order on that would you?
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Re: 2001 used Ford Escape [jmc1007]
My girlfriend has a very low mileage 2001 Tribute. She recently took it in for some recall work to her Mazda dealer. When she got it back the airbag light wouldn't go off. So, she took it back. They had unplugged the airbags. She drove the car home. Next morning the thing will not start. Everything works but, when you turn the key there is no click, no turning over of ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute transmission / differental problem &/or tire wear issue
Hi everyone, My first try at posting. At issue is my mom's 2001 Tribute ES which I drove this past weekend. When cruising at various speeds, sometimes the transmission seems to clunk as the RPM drops to around 2.5K. It is almost like it is dropping into another gear but certainly is not very "normal" like as the car lurches a bit and there is an audible clunk. It always happens ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Tribute Pwer Steering Pump [wcw1]
I feel your pain about the alternator. I replaced mine over 6-months ago to the tune of ~$500.00, including the tow. The alternator placement is a totally inept design in my opinion. The replacement alternator I got was a re-man'd model. In my case as well as your's the front-passenger half-shaft has to be removed and several other things to access the alternator. Because of the hassle with this, whatever vehicle ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Tribute Pwer Steering Pump [wcw1]
Finally got the problem fixed. It had nothing to do with the steering. I wrote in another later post that my battery died. The battery finally completely died. Turns out it was a bad alternator. The bearings in the alternator would make noise when they got hot. Picked up a tested used alternator for $40 and a mechanic I know put it in for $200. Whoever did the design had their ... Read More
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2001 Mazda Tribute: Engine dies when slowng down or stopping
For the last three years we have had this problem once a year. It has just happened again. They replaced the sensor and on my way home it died 6 times again. I nearly it a tree when it died while turning. I have just filed a complaint with nhtsa.dot.gov. This is the office of Defects Investigation. I picked up my car yesterday and returned it yesterday. Haven't heard from the ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Is this a good deal? [prosa]
hi prosa, purchased the mazda tribute 2006 2wd s package 3 here in palm beach about 1 month ago. msrp $27,745 invoice $25,961, bought it for $23,700. so at $23,746 for a 4wd you are getting a very good deal. i love the vehicle. i had a 2001 ford escape v-6 that i put 130,000 trouble free miles on. the only disappointment i have is that other than the bells and ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Idling out of control
I have a 2001 Tribute that idles out of control on a regular basis. While the car is in drive and I am stopped at a light, the RPM's will race up to 1500 ro 2000 and the car is almost jumping ready to pull off. When I shift into park, I had better be ready to turn the key off or I'm afraid the engine will be blown. The tachometer ... Read More
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Re: whirring noise when accelerating? [mitcheah]
I have a 2005 Tribute V6 LX. When accelerating it sounds like a plane taking off. At first it was irritating, now I kind of like the sound. Also, the passenger side door rattles like crazy. I cannot seem to pinpoint exactly where the sound is coming from. Nothing seems to be loose that I can see or feel. Other than that it has been Ok. My 2001 Tribute had some ... Read More
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Steering noises
Original message I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute with 40,000 miles. The power steering pump starting making crunching noises. The noises get worse if the car idles and gets hot. Mazda wants to charge me $700.00 to replace the pump. I had the fluid flushed and that helped a little. I have been unable to find a power steering pump anywhere so I can do the repair myself or have a ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE [nortsr1]
hey nortsr1, appreciate the advice and well wishes!! went to the edmunds site and did my homework ( although after the fact ) at $ 23,700 out the door with the package III upgrades for the 2006 v-6 tribute , i am up about $200.. it was either $23,700 for the tribute or $23,500 for a 2005 nissan x-terra. after getting more info and considering i never go off road the ... Read More
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE [nortsr1]
hey nortsr1, here are the small letters you asked for! i bought the tribute the same day i towed my 2001 escape ( tranny went at 130,000 miles ) to the mazda dealer. the only other vehicle i had in mind was a nissan x-terra. did not have much time to shop around. once again do you think the 2006 tribute s v-6 package III was a decent deal at $23,700??? ... Read More
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE
2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE S 2WD 6CYL 3PK , PACKAGE III!! LIST PRICE $27,745. DEALERS PRICE $25,961. I PAID $23,700. DID I DO OK?? HAS ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES!! LEATHER, 6 CD CHANGER, SUN-ROOF, SIDE AIR-BAGS. I HAD A 2001 FOR ESCAPE ( LOVED IT!! ) TRANNY BLEW OUT AFTER 130,000 MILES.ONLY DISAPPOINTMENT IS THE RIDE/SPEED/ GAS MILAGE /HANDLING IS EXACTLY THE SAME!! SECOND GUESSING NYSELF FOR NOT GOING AFTER A ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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WIll not stay Idleing
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute V6 . It will not stay idleing . You must keep one foot on the gas and the other on the brake to keep it running . Any Suggestions ??
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Re: Clutch problem 2001 Tribute DX [kimberly_aloha]
Kimberly, I hope you were able to get the situation with the clutch on your Tribute DX handled satisfactorily. I recently took my 2003 Tribute into Mazda because the clutch began shuddering when I attempted to start out in first gear. I guess I noticed it earlier than 25,000 miles but didn't really start to become concerned until it was happening all the time around 25,000 miles. Mazda told me that ... Read More
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Re: Clutch problem 2001 Tribute DX [heyjude1]
I took my 2003 Tribute to the Mazda dealer in Seattle (rated #1 Customer Satisfaction Dealer For the Last Seven Years). I began experiencing the clutch slippage sometime after 25,000 miles. The Seattle Mazda dealer insinuated that I must have let someone drive my car who was really hard on the clutch. Which is a croc, I maintain my vehicles to the point where one could eat off the engine block ... Read More
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Re: Starting problem for 2001 Mazda Tribute [mycar5]
This is a copy paste from other helpers, I found it in this forum, I hope this can help you. Replace your idle air speed control motor (IAC). They get gummy over time and cause the symptoms you are describing with no trouble codes. It is easy to do it yourself. It is located on the side of your throttle. It is a silver colored cylinder with a plug at the ... Read More
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Re: Starting problem for 2001 Mazda Tribute [mycar5]
did you notice the problem only happens with a certain key? the microchip inside the key may need to be reprogrammed, you can do this yourself, it takes you step by step in the manual
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Re: Starting problem for 2001 Mazda Tribute [mycar5]
my brother's zx2 escort has this same problem. It turned out the battery connector has some problem so it wasn't conducting very well. He replaced the part and it has started fine after that. The big cable that is hooked up to the battery terminal and the connector is what I'm talking about.
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Starting problem for 2001 Mazda Tribute
Help! Ever since I bought my 2001 Tribute (bought it new), I've had an intermittent problem that occurs more and more frequently now and whenever I bring it in to a mechanic (as recently as this month), they can't replicate the problem. The problem? It won't start. Not a battery problem, apparently not a starter problem...suspect it's electrical or something to do with the security thing (I have to admit I ... Read More
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Clutch problem 2001 Tribute DX
My 2001 Mazada Tribute DX had only 12,000 miles when I bought it used from a Mazda dealer. It came with a 6 month warranty. I immediately began experiencing problems with the clutch in 1st gear when accelerating from a stop. The dealer told me a tune up would fix the problem (90% certainty). I paid over $200 for the tune up and it did not help. After the tune up ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2005 Mazda Tribute i
Hey everyone... well, after much thought and browsing intensively through the internet and local newspapers, I decided that instead of getting a used 2003 Ford Escape (35K miles) at $11,500, to get a new 2005 Mazda Tribute i 4WD. The incentives on the Tribute are excellent and the deal I got made my decision a very good alternative. Before I go on, here is what I got for the price I ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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engine block drain plugs in 2001 mazda tribute
I cannot locate the "block drain plugs on each side of engine". Can someone explain to me where they are and look like? Thanks
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Driver's Door Latch
You know, I think I've had enough. I have had 2 Mazdas... a 1988 626 that I traded in for a 2001 Tribute. I have had the usual stupid stuff happen in both vehicles but the only common repair has been the broken driver's side door latches. I have to open the driver's window and open the door from the outside. In 17 years they still haven't fixed this weakness in ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Tribute Troubles [kibbles]
I'm having very similar problems with my 2001 Mazda Tribute. Last May the transmission had to be replaced at 40,000 miles. Since then, I've had an intermittent problem where the car has difficulty starting, the key locks in the accessory position, and frequently when I put the car in reverse, it just sits there and does nothing! It took 3 trips to the service department before they could recreate the problem. ... Read More
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Re: Engine Noise [eric10]
I had that noise on my Tribute. I went to start it back in November and it had the same sound with loud clicking. We are having tranny issues on and off. It feels like it is struggling sometimes to gain speed and also seems like it is jumping while in Drive when stopped at a light. Been to Mazda 3 times and they can't duplicate it. We have less than ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Owners Meet the Members
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Re: Escape or Tribute???? [huskerdoo1]
I found the ride to be a little 'cushier' in the Ford. The Trib on the other hand, was a little tighter on the bumps, but felt more nimble in turns. Mazda supposedly put an extra 6 months tweaking their steering/suspension to feel more like a Miata. Evidently they got it right, since the Trib outslalomed the Accord in Edmunds' road test by 3.1 mph (in 2001). Of course, this ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Escape transmission just failed in Baja [masidan]
Masidan-and Dweiler:The old "Expert" here with one last post to all the Tribute folks. You can read back of some of my many troubles with my '02 Tribute LX/4wd, that I took excellent care of. I've accumulated some interesting info along my journey through MAZDA USA- Irvine, Ca. their reps and my local south Altanta dealer. My transmission just quit at 45 mph-Dec.9th '04. motor revved- car wouldn't go forward or ... Read More
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05 Mazda - Oil Leak
You should try Westowne Mazda in Etobicoke (Kipling subway area). I used to take my 2001 Mazda Tribute there all the time even though I bought it elsewhere. I was happy with their staff and service. Easy to get to. See how it works for you.
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Mazda Tribute
I had a 2001 Mazda Tribute V6 LX which was on a 4 year lease. I sublet it to my brother 6 months ago, and I leased another 2005 Tribute from Dufferin Mazda in Toronto, Canada. Today my brother returned the car back to Dufferin Mazda; even though I had taken so much care of the vehicle they still charged him $350 for a cracked fog lamp. So the security deposit ... Read More
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Re: 2004 Tribute Troubles [bear925]
Just so I understand, are you stating that you put 50K miles on your vehicle in 2 years? Or did you buy it used? There were not 33 recalls for Ford/Mazda Escape/Tribute. I think you were referring to technical service bulletins (TSB's) which are not the same as a recall. And to put this in perspective, Mazda Tribute has 33 and Honda CRV has 32.. Fact is, every car that ... Read More
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Tribute engine starts and dies
Does anybody have this problem with their 2001 Mazda Tribute, 4 cylinder, manual transmission? I drive the car around town and it runs fine. I stop and go into the store and come out 10 minutes later and start the car. It will start but dies and will not keep running. If I let the car sit for 3-15 minutes it will start right up and does not act up again ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute Engine problem
Zoom-Zoom, more like Boom-Boom On August 22, 2004, I was driving my 2001 Mazda Tribute with 57,000 miles on it. All of a sudden, the engine started making some loud and strange noises. I found out from the dealership a few days later that the engine needed to be replaced. I gave the dealership copies of the maintenance records proving the vehicle was serviced in full compliance with Mazda’s maintenance schedule. ... Read More
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2001 Tribute Pwer Steering Pump
I have a 2001 Mazda Tribute with 40,000 miles. The power steering pump starting making crunching noises. The noises get worse if the car idles and gets hot. Mazda wants to charge me $700.00 to replace the pump. I had the fluid flushed and that helped a little. I have been unable to find a power steering pump anywhere so I can do the repair myself or have a garage do ... Read More
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Is your Tribute Loud
I just bought a 2001 Mazda Tribute with pretty low miles. I made a great deal and I really like everything about it but it has a lot of road noise. Not so bad around town but over 50mph and I think that it's pretty loud for a newer car. Anyone else think that their Tribute is a little loud?
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Is your Tribute Loud
I just bought a 2001 Mazda Tribute with pretty low miles. I made a great deal and I really like everything about it but it has a lot of road noise. Not so bad around town but over 50mph and I think that it's pretty loud for a newer car. Anyone else think that their Tribute is a little loud?
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Transmission Shudder, PCM Flash and Check Engine Light
I think that my problem has finally been resolved after multiple trips to the dealer and a transmission flush. I had a BG transmission flush at a local shop in early April, but the hard upshift and shudder did not get any better. Around the same time I had a recurring problem with the check engine coming on and had this looked at during my 60K service at the dealer. The ... Read More
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recalls
I am the lucky owner of a 2001 Tribute (V6). My Tribute was recently recalled because of a problem with the seatbelt latch. Now a recall for the engine stall. Add that to the presently illuminating check engine light and I am in great shape. At least Mazda is finally doing something about the stall issue. By the way, other past problems include: replacing both headlights because of condensation build-up; replacing ... Read More
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