2006 Mazda Tribute service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.
Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you diagnose issues correctly, follow proven repair steps, and use wiring diagrams and system sections to track faults faster.
What’s included
- Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
- Specifications and reference data (where provided)
- Electrical diagnostics with wiring diagrams
- Coverage across major systems: engine, transmission/driveline, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC, and more
Trims covered
- S Sport Utility 4-Door
- i Sport Utility 4-Door
Engines covered
- 3.0L 2968CC 181Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
- 2.3L 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated
Index / Table of contents
- Body
- Brakes
- Chassis Electrical
- Driveline
- Engine Cooling
- Engine Electrical
- Engine Mechanical
- Engine Performance & Emission Controls
- Fuel System
- General Information & Identification
- Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
- Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
- Steering
- Suspension
- Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
- Wiring Diagrams
Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed contro
A stuck throttle may result in very high vehicle speeds and make it difficult to stop or slow the ve
Mazda will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by increasing the engine cover cleara
ON CERTAIN TRUCKS AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY HAVE BEEN PRODUCED WITHOUT GREASE APPLIED TO THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR.
AFTER A PERIOD OF CONTINUOUS USE ON THE HIGH SPEED SETTING, LACK OF GREASE ON THE OUTPUT SHAFT GEAR
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE WIPER MOTOR FOR THE PRESENCE OF GREASE AND GREASE THE WIPER MOTOR GEARS IF
This Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are noted in Red. SA-011/24 02/12/24, 06/06/24, 07/29/24 DESCRIPTION Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all ma
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer. NOTE: Tampering with a motor vehicle odometer is strictly prohibited by Federal, and State laws. It is the dealers responsibility to com
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
Mazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all major vehicle systems. Mazda recommends dealers follow the scheduled maintenance tables as cited in the vehicle-specific workshop manual or owner's manu
Speedometer replacement procedure
Some customers may complain of signs of oil on the struts or shock absorbers. In most cases the oil that is present is normal, and a result of the oil that remains on the shaft during the normal sweeping process of the shaft seal. Follow th
In accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.
Showing the 8 most recent of 73 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.
FOSTER LAW OFFICES AND ATTORNEY [XXX] REPRESENT [XXX] IN CONNECTION WITH HIS DEATH ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 1, 2016 IN KAILUA-KONA, HAWAII. [XXX] WAS THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER OF A 2006 MAZDA TRIBUTE DRIVE
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A STICKY GAS PEDAL. I ALERTED THE DEALERSHIP IN THE PAST ADVISING OF THIS SAME ISSUE REGARDING MY PRIOR 2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD IN THE PAST TO C
ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A STICKY GAS PEDAL. I ALERTED THE DEALERSHIP IN THE PAST ADVISING OF THIS SAME ISSUE REGARDING MY PRIOR 2003 MAZDA TRIBUTE VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD IN THE PAST TO C
MY MOTHER WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ON HER WAY HOME AND ALL OF A SUDDEN SHE ENDED UP ONE THE GRASS OF THE MEDIA AND THEN ACROSS THE STREET AND THEN BACK UP ON THE GRASS OF THE MEDIA AND INTO A LIGH
TAKATA RECALL OUR CAR WAS IN A COLLISION IN 2011 AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WONDERED WHY AS WE WERE TRAVELING ABOUT 35-40 MPH ON A HIGHWAY
Showing the 5 most serious of 181 complaints filed with NHTSA.
