What kind of problems does a Mazda Tribute have?
Tribute owners are having the most trouble with the engine (25%), body (18%), and the transmission (14%). We’ve listed the most common owner complaints below. The full listis available on CarComplaints.com. Transmission Failure12 complaints at an average of 113,240 miles in the 2001 Mazda Tribute.
When was the Mazda Tribute 4 wheel drive replaced?
I bought my 2001 Tribute June15, 2001, by July 6, 2001 it was in the shop. Apparently there is a very touchy screw on the four wheel drive transmission connection and this one was screwed too tight. It got replaced. The whole four wheel drive! About 6 months later the fuel sensor light went on.
When to replace power steering module on Mazda Tribute?
Authorized dealers will need to either update the power steering control module’s software or replace the module entirely, starting in July. The 2008-11 Mazda Tribute is susceptible to losing its power steering because of problems in its torque sensor.
Why does my Mazda Tribute shake at 45 mph?
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.
My ’05 Mazda Tribute (just over 200,000 miles) is having problems with the A/C. A while back it was the freon according to the previous owner.
What causes lean air / fuel mixture in Mazda Tribute?
The EGR valve leaks causing exhaust gases to enter the combustion chamber at all times, therefore creating a lean air/fuel mixture. This symptom is most noticeable at idle. To test for a leaking EGR valve temporarily block off valve with blanking gasket and recheck for lean air/fuel symptoms.
What causes a Mazda Tribute to run rough at idle?
Customer may also complain of rough idle, surging under light throttle, ignition misfire etc. Problem: The EGR valve leaks causing exhaust gases to enter the combustion chamber at all times, therefore creating a lean air/fuel mixture. This symptom is most noticeable at idle.
What causes a spark plug to fail on a Mazda Tribute?
The most common fault we have found is the failure of ignition coils (COP- coil on plug). This coil failure may be due to either the age of unit or premature failure as a result of air leaks causing coils to overload and oil leaks causing contamination of spark plug tubes.
Are there any problems with the Mazda Tribute?
Mazda Tribute/Ford Escape V6 common problems. As this model has been in Australia for over 10 years, we are now getting many tech calls relating to the Mazda Tribute/Ford Escape V6. Listed below are some common problems and remedies. Symptom 1: DFPE Sensor (Differential Pressure Feedback EGR)
The most common fault we have found is the failure of ignition coils (COP- coil on plug). This coil failure may be due to either the age of unit or premature failure as a result of air leaks causing coils to overload and oil leaks causing contamination of spark plug tubes.
What should idle speed be on Mazda Tribute?
Idle speed 600-700RPM and should rise to 650-750 with engine loads. Check operation with scanner or oscilloscope. Remedy: Replace the IAC valve as required. Causing rich or lean engine conditions, flat spot, hesitation and may log codes P0171, P0172, P0173, P0174 and P0175 (fuel trim limits reached), also cold start issues can occur.
What should voltage be on Mazda Tribute V6?
Check operation using scanner, oscilloscope or Multimeter. Voltage should cycle between 0.1-0.9 volts with engine speed at 2000rpm. Check for engine air leaks and exhaust leaks before the oxygen sensors.