2008 Mazda Tribute Technical Service Bulletins

126 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2008 Mazda Tribute. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10144333Aug 31, 2018Vehicle speed control. 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 dealer's responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometer and related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with…
• 10142527May 11, 2018Equipment. Mazda infotainment systems require contacting the proper source for diagnostic support, parts authorization, and parts exchange. Some components require prior authorization before ordering as exchange. Refer to DAG Exchange Central (MXConnect>Parts and Accessories>Parts>Programs>Exchange Central) for component availability, source of technical support and prior authorization requirement.
• 10142515May 11, 2018Brakes. Mazda North American Operations has approved an additional on-car brake lathe as an option for MNAOauthorized equipment. The Pro-Cut On-Car Brake Lathe has been added to the MNAO authorizedequipment program.NOTE: Accu-turn is still an approved brake lathe, but it is no longer available for purchase from our vendor. IMPORTANT: Rotors must be machined using a Mazda approved on-car brake lathe, or warranty claimsare…
• 10142519May 8, 2018Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10136777Apr 2, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing ATF. Using the wrong ATF may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission. NOTE: ATF M-V (TYPE M5) IS NOT THE SAME FLUID AS MERCON®V OR MERCON®LV ATF. ATF M-V (TYPE M5) HAS A GREATER VISCOSITY THAN MERCON®V AND MERCON®LV ATF IN LOW TEMPERATURES. ATF M-V (TYPE M5) HAS A GREATER ANTI-JUDDER SPECIFICATION THAN MERCON®V…
• 10134930Mar 26, 2018Suspension. 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 the inspection guidelines to determine if the condition is a result of the normal sweeping process or a failure of the shaft seal.
• 10134929Mar 26, 2018Electrical system. The Mazda GR8-1291 is required for all warranty battery testing. If the Mazda GR8-1291 is not used, incorrect battery testing may result in unnecessary battery replacement. Use the following test procedures in this Service Bulletin to test Mazda vehicle batteries and to generate a Warranty Code.
• 10134928Mar 26, 2018Electrical system. This service bulletin provides testing and charging procedures in order to promote proper battery maintenance, to deliver new vehicles with fully charged batteries, and to reduce unnecessary battery replacement cost. For new vehicles in stock at the dealer, inspect and maintain the battery periodically according to the repair procedure.
• 10134703Mar 26, 2018Equipment. This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver's floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage. Floor mat moves forward due to improper installation. Inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) is used. Floor mat is…
• 10134702Mar 22, 2018Body and structure. When encountering a vehicle with paint damage, refer to the "Mazda Pocket Paint Guide" to determine cause, prevention, remedy, and warranty coverage (if applicable).
• 10134699Mar 22, 2018Equipment. 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 manual. Services performed outside of Mazda's factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
• 10118468Aug 9, 2017Body and structure, Electrical system, Exterior lighting. When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit, first determine if all the bulb sockets (including O-ring), seals and covers are present and correctly installed. In most cases you will find that the Bulb Seal No. 1 (A) or HID Bulb Seal No. 1 (B) and Bulb Seal No.
• 10118467Aug 7, 2017Equipment, Electrical system. 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 dealer?s responsibility to comply with Federal, State, and local laws concerning odometerand related documentation requirements when providing a repair or replacement. Mazda vehicles are manufactured with…
• 10111036Jul 12, 2017Electrical system. In an effort to achieve a higher level of Customer Experience and retain the value of Mazda's vehicles, MNAO Warranty Operations is© 2017 Mazda North American Operations, U.S.A. allowing all Mazda dealers to utilize a third party, SPECMO Enterprises, Inc., for Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) odometer setting service.
• 10105886Jun 26, 2016Equipment. When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit, first determine if all the bulb sockets are resent and correctly installed. In most cases you will find that the bulb seal no. 1 (a) or hid bulb seal no. 1 (b) and bulb seal no.
• 10069369Jun 9, 2016Equipment. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10185904Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3" even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10101062Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10090812Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10213430Feb 26, 2016Electrical system. Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion
• 10213429Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Paint damage Mazda pocket paint guide
• 10213326Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Mazda guidelines for factory scheduled maintenance
• 10213427Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. HandsFree bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure
• 10213425Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. Speedometer replacement procedure
• 10213387Feb 15, 2016Suspension, Equipment. Shock absorber replacement guidelines
• 10213333Feb 15, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291
• 10213332Feb 15, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Battery Maintenance
• 10213331Feb 15, 2016Equipment, Engine cooling. Sulfur smell from exhaust system.
• 10213422Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Proper usage of driver's floor mat.
• 10100890Jan 25, 2016Equipment. Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission.note:• atf m-v (type m5) is not the same fluid as mercon®v or mercon®lv atf.• atf m-v (type m5) has a greater viscosity than mercon®v and mercon®lv atf in low temperatures.• atf m-v (type m5) has a greater anti-judder specification than…
• 10213411Jan 6, 2016Electrical system. Ignition key binding in ignition cyclinder when turning to start postion only
• 10105862Jan 6, 2016Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit an ignition key that is binding in the ignition cylinder when attempting to turn to the start position only. This may be due to a damaged steering column lock module.
• 10076664Jan 6, 2016Electrical system. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10105481Aug 7, 2015Equipment. Mazda infotainment systems require contacting the proper source for diagnostic support, parts authorization, and parts exchange. Some components require prior authorization before ordering as exchange. Refer to dag exchange central (mxconnect>parts and accessories>parts>programs>exchange central) for component availability, source of technical support and prior authorization requirement.
• 10100708Feb 27, 2015Equipment. Use the following repair procedure to minimize the need to replace the catalyst converter/exhaust pipe when removing oxygen sensors and/or air fuel ratio sensors.
• 10098885Nov 24, 2014Exterior lighting. When dealing with customer complaints of excessive condensation and/or water within the headlamp unit, first determine if all the bulb sockets are present and correctly installed. In most cases you will find that the bulb seal no. 1 (a) or hid bulb seal no. 1 (b) and bulb seal no.
• 10059471Nov 4, 2014Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10098367Aug 15, 2014Equipment. In accordance with federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing a speedometer.note:•mazda vehicles are manufactured with tamper-proof speedometers.•when a speedometer is replaced, the new speedometer will read zero (0) miles.•this procedure is extremely important to accurately represent actual vehicle mileage.•prior to speedometer removal, complete the information required on the…
• 10098346Jul 14, 2014Equipment. Bulletin note•service bulletin 06-001/14, “2008-2011 tribute - dtc b2278 stored in the power steering control module”, is no longer valid. •service bulletin 06-001/14 has been superseded by safety recall 7614e, “2008-2011 tribute - electric power-assisted steering (epas).”
• 10056129Jul 14, 2014Steering. Mazda: see document search button for owner letter. Electric power assisted steering (epas) system have poor signal to noise ratio in torque sensor and fails to allow power steering control module (pscm) determine input of driver's steering. Model 2008-2011 tribute. *pe updated 9/29/14
• 10098282Jun 10, 2014Equipment. This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver’s floor mat to avoid any potential interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage. • floor mat moves forward due to improper installation. • inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) is used. • floor mat is…
• 10098245Jun 10, 2014Equipment. Mazda north american operations received many requests from our dealers asking us to approve additional on-car brake lathes as an option for mnao authorized equipment. Due to your feedback and after evaluating a few on-car brake lathes, we are pleased to announce that we have added the pro cut on-car brake lathe to mnao authorized equipment program. The accu-turn is still an approved brake lathe but it is no longer…
• 10098045Mar 21, 2014Steering. Some vehicles may have dtc b2278 (steering shaft torque sensor malfunction) stored in the power steering control module (pscm). A torque sensor service kit is available to correct the condition. Steering column replacement is no longer necessary.
• 10059736Mar 21, 2014Steering. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10098047Mar 19, 2014Steering. Some vehicles may have dtc b2278 (steering shaft torque sensor malfunction) stored in the power steering control module (pscm). A torque sensor service kit is available to correct the condition. Steering column replacement is no longer necessary.
• 10097722Aug 22, 2013Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10097375Apr 17, 2013Equipment. 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 manual. Services performed outside of mazda’s factory scheduled maintenance are not recommended. These services are unnecessary and create unneeded expenses for your customers.
• 10097377Apr 10, 2013Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10097348Mar 11, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission.note:•atf m-v (type m5) is not the same fluid as mercon®v or mercon®lv atf.•atf m-v (type m5) has a greater viscosity than mercon®v and mercon®lv atf in low temperatures.
• 10097343Mar 11, 2013Equipment. This service bulletin provides information regarding the proper use of the driver’s floor mat to avoid any poten-tial interference with the foot pedals. The following are possible causes of floor mat interference, which can be avoided with proper usage.•floor mat moves forward due to improper installation.•inappropriate floor mat (such as aftermarket, non-factory-equipped, or non-genuine) is used.•floor mat is…

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