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Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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Re: Can't start my 2005 Mazda Tribute [lv2beach247]
I had this problem last week and it is resolved after cleaning the carbon built-up in the Idle air control valve. Before the valve had carbon deposit around the spring and was not moving well. Soaked with cleaner for 5 minutes and removed with plastic knife. After disconnecting the battery and connecting again the check Engine light gone. check it before going for expensive alternatives. Thanks
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Re: Can't start my 2005 Mazda Tribute [yuch]
Yes, the problem was the rear catalytic converter. Good luck with yours.
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Re: Can't start my 2005 Mazda Tribute [judopilot]
Did you find an answer to your problem? I am having this same problem but it only occurs in cold (32 or below weather). Any help is appreciated!
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 Mazda - Is It The Tranny or Not? [darook24]
I've been a Ford person for decades, and subsequently bought a Mazda Tribute (Escape platform in a different wardrobe.) It has run well for 9 years, until this morning when the transmission refused to engage in any gear. The Overdrive light flashed intermittently just prior to the transmission disengaging. Although they haven't opened it up yet, the transmission repair person told me that the transfer case is often the culprit with ... Read More
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Re: I'm in a panic here !!! [rizakag]
I also have a 2005 Mazda Tribute with a manual transmission. I've had this Tribute since Feb 2005, and am 5 payments away from paying it off. It was brand new with 32 miles on it when I bought it. It has just over 105,000 miles on it. About a week ago, I noticed that a lot of times (not every single time) when taking off in 1st gear, it will ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Electrical Problems
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Fuel Tank on my Mazda Tribute won't open
I have a 2005 Mazda Tribute with a Fuel tank filler door that won't open. Not sure what happened, it was working fine last time I used it. Today, I went to fill up and the lever at the base of the drivers seat would no longer open the door. Any advice?
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Re: 2003 Mazda Tribute- short problem ? [christine25]
I also have a 2005 Tribute 3.0 V6 which recently developed a vibration when at cruise speed (1500-2000RPM). If I accellerate, the vibration disappears. But overall, it's not practicle to drive. I had my mechanic look at it and he said one ignition coil was bad (in front) which he replaced but also suspected the Engine Control Module (computer) was bad. I took it to the Mazda dealer and they said ... Read More
Mazda Tribute
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2005 Mazda Tribute w/New Engine/Transmission
I'm looking at buying a 2005 Mazda Tribute with 120k miles on it. It had a new Engine and Transmission put in it recently. Anything I should pay attention to? Obviously I need to check struts, axles, radiator, fluids, oil, underneath the car, etc... From what I'm seeing, it looks like it should not be surprising that a new engine/transmission was put in it. However, what things should I be aware ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Electrical Problems
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Re: 2003 Mazda Tribute- short problem ? [tribute2004]
I have a 2005 Mazda Tribute and it was running fine one day and then the next it was running really badly and wouldn't go over 40 mph. I had to have it towed to the dealership and they are saying that Mazda put out a memo to the dealerships about radio frequencies causing electrical problems. I have been told that according the to memo they have to replace all 6 ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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Re: Mazda Tribute 2005 problems [tadd380]
I think once your transmission problem is fixed properly (sounds like it is) the gas milege factor is not typically a primary motivator for getting different wheels. If you get 18 - 24 mpg city / highway for the 3.0 six, that is in the range of normal in my opinion. Unless you are looking for an excuse to get something else, I'd say do the math first. Going from 19 ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute 2005 problems
I own Mazda Tribute 2005 AWD. Just after 105,000 and over having it for five years I had transmission problems. I was able to drive with it like that for a few months, I just couldn’t do any fast accelerations without causing it to red line. It would only change gears if you took the foot of the pelt. I took it to a few local shops and they said it ... Read More
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Re: mazda TRIB transmission [bachman]
Hi, I also posted this new in the Forum, but wanted to ask you about the problems that you had. I own a 2005 Tibute and have not had any major problems with it. I had to have the battery jumped this past weekend and decided to replace it (it was the original). Upon changing the battery and an oil change I noticed that my tribute now revs/jumps/jerks (call it what ... Read More
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2005 Mazda - Is It The Tranny or Not?
I own a 2005 Tibute and have not had any major problems with it. I had to have the battery jumped this past weekend and decided to replace it (it was the original). Upon changing the battery and an oil change I noticed that my tribute now revs/jumps/jerks (call it what you want) around 30 MPH...only on accelaration not when I slow down. It revs up about 1000 RPMS and just ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Start Stall Idle Problems
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Can't start my 2005 Mazda Tribute
I have been driving my Mazda tribute for the last several moths with no problems. This morning I got in it to drive it and it would not start. The engine turns over normally and the battery is strong. There is just no ignition. I have checked all the fuses I can and I even disconnected the computer. No luck. Does anyone know something I can try?
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Starting Issue
2005 Mazda Tribute, starts good in the morning, after driving the car will not start. The key turns over but absolutely nothing happens. All guages and radio etc work but will not start. If you let it sit it will then start. I have had the battery checked and it is not the issue, the starter tested okay...not sure where to go with this , any ideas ?
Mazda Tribute Brake and ABS problems
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brake lines
has anybody had trouble separating the rubber to metal brake line connection on a 2005 mazda tribute? the front passenger side line blew, so we removed the line from the caliper, removed the spring and loosened the strut bolt to release the line, then removed the spring and loosened the rubber to metal line fitting, but we can not separate them, any tricks? or maybe we missed a step? any feedback ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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2010 mazda tribute-6cyl.- shifting problems
HELP --- I purchased a new 2010 mazda tribute-6cylinder in 4/2010. (I had a 2003 & 2005). I use the car alot, as I am a salesperson on the road everyday and use it for my personal use. While moving into the shift motion, there seems to be a hesitation at different intervals going (hard shifting) and when down shifting, it seems to shake, and at other times, really double shakes, ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Mazda Tribute EGR Valve
I own a 2005 Mazda Tribute (3.0L V6) and have been told that the EGR Valve needs to be replaced. Where I live, it has been difficult to find the part for a Mazda Tribute, but there is a Ford dealer that can order it for me. I would like to know if the 2005 Mazda Tribute and the 2005 Ford Escape share the same engine and if the EGR Valve ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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I'm in a panic here !!!
I noticed about a month or 2 ago, my 2005 Mazda Tribute (about 105,000 miles) started jerking when I took off in 1st gear (it's got a manual transmission)... then about a week ago, I started sensing some slipping, but thought it was my imagination and it would go away. I was praying that actually, because I cannot afford any major car repairs. I still owe almost $6,000 on this car, ... Read More
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Re: Mazda Tribute transmission [jules20]
We had a really bad experience with a 2005 Mazda Tribute about a month ago...we had to replace the transmission with only 85,000 km's on the vehicle. We had no indciation whatsoever that there was something wrong with the transmission...got up one morning to go south and heard a few loud noises and then the truck would not go any where. The truck will only be 4 years old the first ... Read More
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2005 Tribute
as i sat here reading these messages, i was thinking - this is as if everyone has read my thoughts, has heard my concerns, or has driven my car. we just paid to have major transmission work done on it, but my car is back at the mechanic's, doing the same thing it was doing before. not only does it not move when it's put in gear, but the O/D continously ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Tribute S - 6 cyl [jds427]
Thanks...we do have Continental and are aware that they need to be replaced with a better tire. We are also looking into the camber and toe adjustments before we put new ones on, since apparently the Mazda specs tend to cause more wear on the inside edge. Supposedly they are set up that way for handling purposes.
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Where can I get the TSBs?
Hey guys and gals, I traded my RX-8 ("internal engine failure" ) in yesterday for a 2005 Mazda Tribute. This is my third Mazda, and I have never received a single TSB or recall notice from Mazda. This is especially troublesome when I purchased new, but now I am wondering where/how I can get my hands on the TSBs or recalls for the Tribute. Any suggestions? I know from experience that ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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2005 Mazda Tribute
I have "had" a 2005 Tribute and yesterday I was driving in rush hour traffic and after coming to a complete stop, I tried to hit the gas and I got RPM's but nothing else. The dealership is now telling me $3500 to put a "new" transmission in or they can sell me one that has 58k miles on it (almost identical milege to the one that went kaput) for $2995. ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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2005 Mazda Tribute cruise control not working
My cruise control worked great. I had my power brake booster replaced last year, and my cruise control stopped working. I didn't notice it until I needed the cruise control about 2 weeks later. Does anyone know if this is fairly simple to fix myself? I don't know if something was disconnected during the repair (and just needs reconnecting), or if the repair will be more costly or time consuming.
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Mazda Tribute Gas Pedal Sticks
I purchased a brand new 2005 Mazda Tribute and have had significant trouble with the gas pedal sticking. I've had the entire throttle assembly replaced TWICE, but they say it's not a defect. However, I see hundreds of other Tribute owners with the same problem. I was told, finally, to file a formal complaint with www.nhtsa.gov and they will investigate to see if this problem ultimately needs to be listed as ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Coil and Spark Problems
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Re: Naive Diagnostics [vic777]
My wife and I just picked up her 05 V6 Tribute from the dealer tonight for this exact problem, but luckily it was repaired under warranty (43K miles). We were told a TSB exists on the spark plugs which can cause the coil packs to malfunction, ultimately this led to the PCM dying. At least that's the theory. Our Tribute has always been slower to start in my opinion, pretty much ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2 [wedding1]
Sorry for such a delayed response to my first comment on my Tribute. FYI - I actually pursued this issue over and over with corporate, meaning I literally bugged the crap out of them, and they actually gave me a 100,000 mile, total care package, with a 0 dollar deductible, extended warranty at their cost. I actually had a Mazda Corp. Maintenance Tech come from out of town to test drive ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2 [wedding1]
I'd take a second thought about Honda automatic transmissions. They are, by far, the worst in the industry. If you're interested do a search for "transmission problems" on the following Honda's: 99-05 Odyssey, 03-07 Accord, 99-04 Acura TL. Honda made a huge impact on the US car market for at least 2 decades. I'm guessing that the people in charge of that impact have now retired.
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2 [wedding1]
I also own a Tribute it is a '02, my transmission lasted me 75K miles, and when I called the dealer for an estimate to rebuild it, their response was that Mazda does not recommend to rebuild a faulty transmission and that I should get a brand new one instead, I laughed and told the guy that Mazda had screwed me once when they sold me the car and that they ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2 [hatestoyota]
Thank you very much for the information. I am actually bringing my car back in on Monday because I am now getting approx. 8-10 mpg. The dealer responded by saying, "your transmission problem could be caused by a sensor in the fuel line". The dealer and Mazda are full of it. I have lost complete faith in Mazda. I've owned Honda's in the past, and I think it's time to go ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2 [wedding1]
The torque converter went bad on mine at 45,000 miles. At 45 mph the car would shake. Mazda put in a new transmission. They busted an axle while doing it, so it went back to be fixed. A few weeks later transmission fluid started coming out. I was told the torque converter seal needed to be replaced. I just picked the car up again....today. Of couse they busted the other axle ... Read More
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2005 Mazda Tribute transmission problems x 2
I'll give you a little history on my Tribute experience. In March 2005 I purchased my brand new Mazda Tribute. Like many others I felt like I got a lot of car for the $, now I know why. I drove my Tribute off the showroom floor with 4 miles on the odometer. Two days later I had to return the vehicle to the dealer because the transmission was junk. After ... Read More
Mazda Tribute - What do you want to see added?
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ehistling noise when cold on2005 mazda tribute v6
im own a 2005 mazda tribute v6 when the weather falls to -5 and colder there is a whistling noise coming from underneath the hood while it's warming up in the driveway.any ideas.the garage changed the tensioner,fanbelt,egr valve.it didn't work
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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2005 Tribute engine knock..
I have a 2005 Mazda Tribute 2.3L that has been running fine up until about a week ago. I started hearing a slight engine knock. Engine is not low on oil, I don't find any leaks, and have no warning lights on. The knock is constant and does not get louder when you accelerate. The Tribute has 70000+ miles on it. I was wondering if anybody else has experienced this problem ... Read More
Mazda Tribute Alarm and Security System Questions
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Please help me..2005 Tribute Alarm question
I recently purchased a 2005 Mazda Tribute. I live in the Bronx,NY so an alarm is a minimum necessity. Here's the problem, and what's I've done so far: I press the LOCK button on the remote and the doors audibly lock. I press the LOCK button a SECOND time and I hear a CHIRP indicating that the alarm is set. However, if I leave a window open and open the door ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Care and Maintenance
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [genome1]
there should be a fuse for the ABS system that can be pulled or a connector on the controller itself that can be disconnected. This will prevent the ABS controller/pump from doing anything ie you'll just have "standard" brakes. This will set a light on the dash for a fault. You could try this and see if the brakes behave normally...then you know they are mechanically ok and therefore it is ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Buying a 2005 tribute [rhiannon1]
No luck. After 2 weeks with the dealer, during which one of the staff drove it home and back to work a few times, they could not duplicate the problem. A Transport Canada rep. also drove it and the problem didn't occur. I had no choice but to take the vehicle. The problem has recurred sporadically. I believe the ABS is too sensitive and it looks like I'm stuck with the ... Read More
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Re: Buying a 2005 tribute [genome1]
Hi! I just started experiencing the exact same problem a month ago on my 2003. It was intermittent but now it is happening at least once every day. Since it is intermittent my dealer won't do anything either! Apparently if the light doesn't come on and tell these yahoos exactly what is wrong with the vehicle they are incapable diagnosing anything. This is also not my first problem that they have ... Read More
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Power Steering Fluid
I have a 2005 Mazda Tribute S with the 3.0 liter Duratec V6. I was checking my oil and fluids this afternoon and it seems I am low on Power Steering fluid. The manual says to only use MERCON ATF fluid. I am having trouble finding this. Can anyone tell me where to find it, or if there is a safe alternative to use without voiding the warranty? The engine has ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Care and Maintenance
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [tribute3]
That should fix the problem for a while. But stand warned. You must have the throttle body cleaned avery 30,000 miles or so. I have a 2002 Tribute and I've had the revving while idling happen several times and had to have the throttle body cleaned numerous times. Once it to 8,000 RPM with the brakes on. If I had let go the brake, who knows. Scary stuff. Good luck.
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [genome1]
I originally reported that my engine was revving although the tachometer did not show it. By the next day, the tachometer was about 3000rpm while in park. My problem has been corrected. Here's what the dealer found: The throttle was stuck in the open position due to carbon build-up. Throttle was replaced and carbon cleaned out (induction service). The dealer said that would cause the car to continue moving forward although ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Buying a 2005 tribute [stormfront]
Read my post 3530. The problem still has not been resolved thanks to Mazda Canada's intransigence. Despite a warning on Transport Canada's website re ABS problems - ABS can be too sensitive; if so, take the vehicle to your dealer - Mazda refuses to do anything until the dealer confirms that this INTERMITTENT problem exists; ie. they won't honour the cost of a rental car provision in my very expensive Mazda ... Read More
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Buying a 2005 tribute
I'm seriously considering purchasing a 2005 mazda tribute GT (fully loaded v6) but i'm now feeling a little skeptical after reading some of the posts within this thread.... Should I continue with the mazda purchase? or go with a 2003 toyota highlander instead. Which I found for the same price. 2005 mazda tribute GT(v6) 39,000km or 2003 toyota highlander base 78,000km I've researched the heck out of these two vehicles and ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Care and Maintenance
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [genome1]
I have a 2002 Tribute and had almost the same issue this evening - many similarities. In my case, the engine would not start. Once started the engine sounded like it was idling extremely high, however the tachometer was at 1.5. All of a sudden there was a loud sound like an explosion out the rear of the car. To be honest, the engine sounded like a race car. I put ... Read More
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [genome1]
How about a Ford dealer. The Tribute is a Ford Escape with a Mazda badge.
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [tveilleux]
Thank you for your astute diagnosis. Now, what's the best strategy to get the problem identified? Mazda Canada has taken the position that they have never heard of it before and won't get involved in the absence of the dealer finding a problem. Because the dealer has been unable to duplicate the occurrence during roadtests over the past week and has found nothing amiss with the ABS, Mazda will not pay ... Read More
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Re: Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking! [genome1]
I have had the throttle cable problem in my 2002. It was not related to braking. You are clearly experiencing a problem with the braking system, most probably associated with the ABS since your hear some pump-type of noise from the rear end. The ABS should not be kicking in under normal driving conditions. However, the ABS might be reacting to some external signal that tells it to kick in, so ... Read More
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Mazda 2005 Tribute Accelerates during Braking!
I purchased a new 2 wheel drive 2005 Tribute 9 months ago. It now has about 14,000 km. An intermittent problem began 2 weeks ago. During braking to a stop (city driving, no ice or rough pavement), there is sudden resistance of the brake pedal combined with the sound of some sort of pump or fan motor from the rear of the car PLUS a distinct acceleration forward; ie it feels ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Mazda Tribute acceleration during braking
I purchased a new 2 wheel drive 2005 Tribute 9 months ago. It now has about 14,000 km. An intermittent problem began 2 weeks ago. During braking to a stop (city driving, no ice or rough pavement), there is sudden resistance of the brake pedal combined with the sound of some sort of pump from the rear of the car PLUS a distinct acceleration forward; ie it feels as if the ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute parking brake adjustment
Hello, I've been trying to figure out how to adjust the parking brake on my 2005 Tribute. I assume there is a screw to adjust under the center console. The problem I have is I'm having a difficult time trying to get the console off. Being that it's made out of plastic, I don't want to try and force it too much. Thanks for any help.
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Various stuff
I have a 2005 Tribute with about 31000km (about 19000 miles) on it I'm taking in for regular service next week, and I'm not sure which issues are worth bringing up with the dealer. Of course, there's the regular creaking/groaning/crappy plastic panels/etc., but I think I will probably try some of the fixes mentioned here rather than attempting to get them to fix it. There's other stuff I'd consider more serious, ... Read More
Ford Escape Real World MPG
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noise level of Mazda Tribute 2005
We really like our 05 Tribute,however, the interior noise level, even with all windows closed, seems to have increased.Does anyone have a similar experience? Has anyone found a way to reduce the noise level? It has become difficult to have a converstaion with passengers. Any feedback would be appreciated before we bring it to the dealer to check out.
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Mazda Tribute transmission / differental problem &/or tire wear issue [jkwhawaii]
John, I have a 2005 Escape 4x4 with same problem. 45K miles, flushed at 30k. Did you have any luck resolving your clunk/vibration problem with the transmission? Anybody else have advise? Charlie.
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Accelerator Pedal Sicks
I have the 2005 Mazda Tribute, AWD, with the 4 Cyl engine. It currently has 31K miles on it. Since about 20K, I have noticed that the Accelerator pedal sticks when I try to accelerate from a dead stop -- mainly when the engine is cold (first 1 - 10 miles). Sometimes I really have to put pressure on it -- and then I 'ZOOM_ZOOM' out,...other times I seem to have ... Read More
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Exhaust leak through the heater ducts!
2002 Mazda Tribute. I bought it in August 2005. Using the air conditioning never showed the problem of strong exhaust smell in the duct system. Once I used the heater I had this "strong exhaust" smell. When I stop at the light it is so strong that I must turn the blower switch off. I took it to a garage and we hoist the car and found not leak at the ... Read More
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2005 Tribute, no power to wheels
When I took my new Tribute (3.0 L, V6, Classic 2005) the first time to the beach I did not deflate the tires and got bogged in the ruts. Sand was very soft and all 4 wheels were covered with sand (about 1/3rd). Tried to reverse down the embankment, but none of the wheels moved (I was in 4WD lock). Got free with snatchum strap. Same happend again in the country ... 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
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE [realsales]
Your Mazda Tribute should get around 19 to 20 mpg City and 24 to 26mpg hwy. I have a 2005 Mercury Mariner (same engine as the Ford escape and your Mazda Tribute. I make at least three roundtrips per year from Florida to NJ and have always averaged 24 to 26 mpg hwy (and that is doing about 65 to 75 mph on Rt.95 most of the way (except for that ... Read More
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE [nortsr1]
hey nortsr1, appreciate the advice and well wishes!! went to the edmunds site and did my homework ( although after the fact ) at $ 23,700 out the door with the package III upgrades for the 2006 v-6 tribute , i am up about $200.. it was either $23,700 for the tribute or $23,500 for a 2005 nissan x-terra. after getting more info and considering i never go off road the ... Read More
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RE: HOW DID I DO $$$$ ???2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE [realsales]
You probably could have done a lot better on the 2005 model with all the rebates and finance incentives. If you paid MSRP, then yes, you paid too much. If you go to the Edmunds New cars, then check out the exact model you purchased against the edmunds prices...MSRP vs Invoice....and make sure you price all the exact options that you received....then you will have a much better idea as to ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Owners Meet the Members
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2005 Tribute has rear wheel squeak
Hi.. I have a 2005 tribute, 7k on the clock, V6 automatic. It has an intermittant high pitch squeak that appears to be coming from the right rear wheel. There is no pattern to the squeak, it can happen reagardless of the vehicle being hot or cold, high speed or low speed. Depressing the brake pedal makes the noise stop and it may or maynot come back when the pedal is ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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rough idle 2005 mazda tribute
i own a 2005 4I auto--it is new 6-17-05--trans leaking fluid--replaced seals--still leaking fluid--replaced trans--the mazda has been with the dealer 6wks--when i drove it the idle was rough--dealer replaced idle assy---idle in gear still rough---any suggestions?---dealer said it was normal---i drove another like tribute with no idle problems
Mazda Tribute
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Re: 2005 Tribute Mud Guards [swe]
greetings, just read your situation with the 2005 tribute, I have a 2005 also and cannot locate or find OEM mudguards from mazda and wrote to Mazdausa and some dealers and came up empty, have you found out any more info yet? Thanks! Ron
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Suggestons from Mazda Tribute online buying exp [turtoni]
Took 8 hours at the dealership to work the numbers, but I think I got a good deal. 2005 Mazda Tribute List: 28,900 Automatic Discount 2000 Minus 3000 in rebates Minus 1000 Mazda finance (must use for a minimum of 3 months) Base total = 22900 Minus 600 manager reduction Trade in had been valued by other dealers at 7 to 9k. They gave me 10000 sight unseen for a trade ... Read More
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Re: Suggestons from Mazda Tribute online buying exp [bubblehead]
nice posts bubblehead. i enjoyed reading them. turtoni PS - i paid 18K + TTL for a new 2005 Tribute 4WD i with cruise control.
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Suggestons from Mazda Tribute online buying exp
This is the first car I’ve purchased since getting my internet connection in 1998 and my take on online car buying is: If you want the lowest price you need to know beforehand EXACTLY what you want and let the dealer know you’re ready buy NOW; don’t ask for three demo drives in the same car, wait for weeks to decide and then expect a great price. My philosophy is that ... Read More
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Mazda Tribute online purchase experience
I’ve been using Edmunds.com, including these user postings, as well other sources to make a new car purchase decision and figure out a target price. I’d like to “give back” to Edmunds and the other online posters so here’s my experience. It’s long but I hope it’s helpful to newbies. For various reasons I settled on the 2005 Mazda Tribute S as my first choice. I initially leaned toward a 2005 ... Read More
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Own Deal
FYI North Carolina. This w/e (July 9/10 2005) bought the following: '05 Tribute FWD s, V6 auto, with pkg 2 (power driver seat/leather/CD changer etc) $19K even. No trade-in, partly financed through Mazda (for at least 91 days!) $3K Mazda + $1K finance rebates ~$700 under carsdirect.com target price. Suspect I should of haggled a little more.....Oh well. BTW - price of audio upgrade to sirius satelitte radio is a joke! ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2005 Escape window sticker fiasco [omcman]
As I understand it Ford is not putting discs on the rear axle d/t costs for 2005. However, Mazda Tributes V6's are all equipped with 4-wheel discs, not sure about the 4-cylinders. Auto makers refer to this as decontenting or taking out minor luxury features for cost-savings. On my '01 V6 Escape XLT I've got discs at the front and drums on the rear. I've still got ~30-40% wear on my ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: 2005 Tribute S 2WD [kam327]
Kam327: That's a good price! I bought an S 2WD over the weekend and also got slightly below invoice before the rebates. According to the news, Mazda sales in June fell more than 20% compared to last year, so I think the dealers were willing to take offers. I saw Mazda6's and RX-8s for very good prices! Regarding your problems with the car, didn't you notice them during the test drive? ... Read More
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2005 Tribute S 2WD
Bought my Tribute on Tuesday, picked up Thursday. It was close to the end of the month and I found out after the sale that the dealer was trying to make a 200 car quota for the month. I walked in offering $18k on a $23.8k sticker and walked out paying $18.2k. That's including the $4,000 in rebates so it's not phenomenal but still a little bit below invoice I believe. ... Read More
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$7,500 off MSRP on Tribute -- YES!
The deal was legitimate, I did buy the vehicle. 2005 Mazda Tribute S, 2wd, auto, V6, MSRP $23,480 with $7,500 discount came to $15,980. One h*ll of a deal, in my estimation. The Mazda financing is a total rip, 8.9% for someone with a credit score over 800. I discussed this with the finance man, and he asked me politely not to refinance for 90 days, and I agreed to wait ... Read More
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Price Paid- Deals
I bought a 2005 Mazda Tribute I 4x4, auto, cargo net, winter mats, cruise-- Sticker 22770. (Tribute standard 16' alloys, privacy glass, roof rake, mats, 50k warr--compared to xls escape) I got 6k off sticker. 4500 rebate, 1550 dealer discount. No trade. Not bad for 16.7k. They also gave me 100k powertrain warr. for free and 2 full sets of tires (250 per tire) every 25k+ miles. Stipulation is you must ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Creak, creak, creak [rcinmd]
I am so glad I found your message. My Tribute is creaking, ticking and groaning most of the time. I have a 2005 with 8000 miles on it. The dealer (wood pontiac Mazda) call it "flex" sounds and say they can do nothing about it. I have complained extensively to Mazda and they sent the Factory Rep to deal with it. He said sure, it makes alot of noise, but so ... 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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Re: Brand New Tribute With Break Noise [latinomiamiguy]
I am having a similar noise from my 2005 Tribute. My vehicle was purchased in September 2004, and the noise started about a month later. It would only happen after the brakes were heated up, and only at slow speeds/coasting. My dealership has looked at the vehicle 5 times for this issue, and they have replaced all four rotors, relined the brakes, flushed the brakes, replaced the brake pads, adjusted the ... Read More
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Squeaking, barking, noise tires
This weekend we test-drove three 2005 Tributes (V4 and V-6) and all three seem to have the tires squeak or bark when ever we turned. Is this normal for a mid-size SUV or Mazda vehicles. We also drove the Ford Escape, Santa Fe. Outlander, CRV and none of these made the noise with the tires. Has anyone else ever had this problem? I read of noisy tires on other forums about ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Owners Meet the Members
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Intro & comparison question
Hi there, I'm in the process of shopping around for a new vehicle...finally had enough of my 2000 Jeep TJ. So far, I test drove the 2005 Mazda Tribute GX-V6, at roughly $29000CAD, and the 2005 Ford Escape XLS at $30200CAD. I really liked the take-off and road handling on the Mazda, and the Ford had a good road handling. Both seem to have the same Fuel economy. As for cosmetics, ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute [normkol]
I have always changed my own oil. In a rush before Christmas, I took my Accord to a Firestone dealer for a change, and sure enough, as I had expected, there was the smell of burning oil for a few days following the change. The Tribute with the 4 cyl is the perfect type, with the filter hanging vertically. I will be able to fill it before spinning it on. Read ... Read More
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Re: 2005 Mazda Tribute [jchandra]
My 2002 ES-V6 was in for the accelerator cable recall last week, so I had them do an oil change. When I left, I could smell burning oil, which I figured was from the oil hitting exhaust and them not wiping it up. When I opened the hood, I also found they had spilled oil on the engine when filling it, and had not wiped it up. What slop, and from ... Read More
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2005 Mazda Tribute
Yesterday I took my 2005 Mazda Tribute GS V6 for it's 1st oil change to Erin Mills Mazda in Mississauga, Ont. Canada. I had made the appointment 2 days earlier; I wanted the oil from the 1 litre plastic jugs not the wholesale oil from the big drums. I was qouted a price of $50.94 CDN. I got to the dealership on time early in the morning, I told the Service ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Just bought a new Tribute...
..2005, Pebble, S trim with: 4wd, 6cyl, 1PK, tow pack, side air bags/air curtains $21,199 plus T/T, from excellent rep at North Penn Mazda in PA. That's after 3000 rebate and 1000 MAC cash and 500 college grad. This after a terrible experience at Sussman Mazda (PA) who tried to rip me off and lied to me. Of note, if you're buying- 1. You CAN get the $1000 MAC cash for ... Read More
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Re: How much did you pay for your Escape or Tribute? [scottdude]
Dealer in Macon, GA this past weekend advertised a new 2005 Mazda Tribute, 4 cylinder, 5 speed, with air, for $14,990. I wanted automatic, and the best price was $18,000! Salesman told me that Mazda had given them an incentive on the 5 speed.
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Zoom Zoom..
Recently purchased a 2005 Mazda Tribute S 4WD 6cyl with: Package 3 (leather, sunroof, 6 disc changer, etc) Side Curtain Airbags Auto dimming mirror w/compass Price paid before tax, tag, title: $21888 This price included a $3K Mazda rebate and another $1K rebate for financing through Mazda. I think that I got a great deal, and was real happy with the dealer experience (purchased at Browns Alexandria Mazda (VA)!!
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2005 Tribute 2pk
2005 Mazda Tribute S/2pk (V6, Leather.... $22660 out the door. No trade. Cory Fairbanks Mazda Longwood, FL Hope this information helps. Happy shopping!
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Re: 2005 tribute rebates/incentivesw.... [huskerdoo1]
heres what you should do..... buy the car with mazda financing and take the full rebates. as soon as you get your payment book, call mazda for the payoff. refinance at whatever bank or credit union offers you the best rate, and pay off the original loan. there will be no penalty for early payment of the original simple interest loan. it will have cost you about a months worth of ... Read More
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Re: 2005 tribute rebates/incentivesw.... [dc_driver]
One more thing, I told the finance clerk that my credit union was offering 3.9% and if they could not get close, then I would not finance through Mazda. So, I think that 7-8% talk is not right since I got 5.9% plus all the incentives. Like I mentioned, you should still be better off taking the $1K rebate at a higher interest rate and then refinancing later at a ... Read More
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Re: 2005 tribute rebates/incentivesw.... [huskerdoo1]
Yes. I purchased my 05 Tribute in November 04 and received $4K in rebates (including the $1K rebate from Mazda Credit. I have really good credit and got 5.9%. Here is the trick, take the finance rebate and then simply refinance later (I believe that you have to make three payments (3 months) to Mazda before you can refinance through another lender). I looked at refinancing, but I had ... Read More
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2005 tribute rebates/incentivesw....
Hi, Can anyone clear up the current Mazda Tribute incentives for me? Currently there is 2500 dollars back to customer and 1000 more to customer if they finance through Mazda at the current rate, which I have been told is grossly inflated at 7-8.5% way above the majority of financial institutes 4-5%. I have also found on this web site a 500 rebate "to dealer" as well. There is also 0% ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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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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05 Tribute Problemos
2005 Tribute - Auto, FWD, Purchased Fall 04 1st problem noticed around 10K Km 1st Problem - ABS Indicator - intermittent on/off. Also intermittent brake pedal vibration. 2nd problem noticed shortly after 1st: 2nd Problem - Oil Leak - steady droplet flow. Brought vehicle in for service before Christmas, whereby they stated that a speed sensor needed to be replaced for 1st problem and new oil pump for 2nd problem. ... Read More
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Great Tribute/Bad West Coast Mazda Dealer
2005 Tribute GX-14 (with Convenience Package) 2.3L, FWD, 4 speed Automatic A/C, Cruise Control, etc. etc. Price: CAN $26,110 before taxes Just love the car, nice exterior (Dark Titanium) and the interior very well laid out and stylish. The 2.3 liter engine is surprisingly powerful and the fuel consumption great (as per spec.) The dealer West Coast Mazda in Pitt Meadows BC,was ok until I found a defect a ... Read More
Ford Escape Mazda Tribute Maintenance and Repair
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mazda tribute vs. ford escape
Could anyone tell me why I should buy one vs. the other? The tribute has a 2500 rebate and the escape only 1500 rebate (for 2005).
Ford Escape/Mazda Tribute/Mercury Mariner Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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2005 Mazda Tribute S purchase
Purchased a 2005 Mazda Tribute S with the following: V-6, FWD. Options: package 2 (includes leather, 6 way power driver's seat, maple look panel trim, 190 watt stereo with 6 disc in dash CD with 7 speakers, ovhd storage console, cargo cover), side air curtains option, and cargo net option. Price: $21,600 which includes the $2,000 rebate from Joe Myers Mazda in Houston. Price beat the S plan price by $339. ... Read More
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Out
The 2005 Escape is already out - I just saw an XLS model on Saturday while getting service at the dealer. I went to the Mazda dealer who said he had received some 2005 Tributes, and when I arrived no one could find them. They even drove me to an auxiliary lot and they weren't there. Their inventory data showed them as having arrived, but they could not find them - ... Read More
Mazda Tribute
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Re: Rattle in cargo area of Tribute 2005 [lancer2006]
Had the identical problem. It began after Mazda repaired my liftgate latch as part of a recall. The rattle was caused by a loose part inside the liftgate latch. They were able to repair it easily, however, when they finished, the rattle was gone, but the glass wouldn't lock on the liftgate. Brought it back again for another easy fix. Now everything is fine. Sounds like you may be having the ... Read More
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Violet Gray?
Does anyone have a good picture or other representation of the color Mazda calls "violet gray"? I am interested because Mazda says this will be a new color for the Mazda6. The only references I can find to this color are for the Tribute. I found a few posts on here from 2005 that refer to that color and this from Mazda of Puerto Rico, which shows one in that color, ... Read More
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Re: Rattle in cargo area of Tribute 2005 [lancer2006]
You dealer is filling you full of garbage. Mazda warranty is 4 years 50,000 miles. Some people bought Mazda Tribute over Escape just because the warranty is a little longer. Get back into that dealer and read him the riot act!
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Rattle in cargo area of Tribute 2005
My 2005 Tribute 6cyl is one year old with 20,000 miles. I just started hearing a rattle at the rear of the vehicle in the cargo area. I checked out the spare tire and any other area that might have a loose bolt and found nothing. As soon as I drive down the road, I hear the rattle and loose nuts and bolts hitting one another. Has anyone else out there ... Read More
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