2010 Mazda Tribute Technical Service Bulletins

139 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2010 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.

• 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.
• 10110993Nov 19, 2013Body and structure. Some vehicles may exhibit a condition with the liftgate latch handle gasket peeling or hanging loose.
• 10060533Nov 19, 2013Body and structure. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10097781Oct 31, 2013Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit rust or corrosion on the front seat track assemblies.
• 10060520Oct 31, 2013Seats. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10097804Oct 29, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Some vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission gain enhanced flat tow performance with an optional transmission cooling pump kit for recreational towing. The kit is available from the parts department and will help prevent transmission overheating.
• 10059724Oct 29, 2013Transmission and drivetrain. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 10097806Oct 24, 2013Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank, no start condition with no diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) or passive anti-theft system (pats) indicator flashing.
• 10059453Oct 24, 2013Engine. Summary to be provided on a future date.
• 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…
• 10052155Mar 11, 2013Equipment. Mazda: on some vehicles, to avoid potential interference of foot placed on pedals, information is provided regarding proper use, and placement, of driver's floor mat. Various models and model years.
• 10097369Mar 4, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10097367Mar 4, 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. •atf m-v (type m5) has a greater anti-judder specification than mercon®v…
• 10097316Feb 26, 2013Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) or wrench light with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2135 (throttle/pedal position sensor/switch a / b voltage correlation). Dtcs p2111 (throttle actuator control (tac) system - stuck open) and/or p0122 (throttle/pedal position sensor a circuit low) may also be present. Drivability symptoms may include intermittent rough idle, idle speed below…
• 10052158Feb 26, 2013Engine. Mazda: on certain vehicles, the wrench light or malfunction indicator lamp (mil) will illuminate, with diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p2135, p2111, p0122 and may also exhibit rough idle, reduce power and/or idle speed not at specifications, intermittently. Model 2009-2910 tribute.
• 10097320Feb 19, 2013Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10097295Jan 15, 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.
• 10097300Jan 14, 2013Equipment. 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.
• 10097942Dec 19, 2012Equipment. 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.
• 10042599Sep 21, 2011Equipment. Mazda: some vehicles may experience problem when blower motor is operating, white flakes would come from the air conditioner (a/c) vents.
• 10037511May 3, 2011Engine cooling. Mazda: there could be a leaking or stuck canister purge valve which will have driveability concerns and possible trouble codes. *rm updated 7/7/11.
• 10037515Mar 29, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Mazda: 2009-2010 tribute. Some vehicles may have a fluid leak coming from the left side axle shaft seal.
• 10043367Mar 11, 2011Body and structure, Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Mazda: on some vehicles, due to cold ambient temperatures, the glass on the liftgate may break.
• 10037509Mar 11, 2011Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Mazda: the liftgate glass window may break in cold weather. 2010-2011 tribute.
• 10037948Feb 25, 2011Engine cooling. Mazda: there may be diagnostic trouble codes stored and a hard start or rough idle. There may be debris disrupting camshaft timing. 2010-2011 tribute.
• 10037949Feb 7, 2011Exterior lighting. Mazda: there is possible excessive condensation or water inside the headlamp unit on many mazda models.
• 10037902Jan 27, 2011Transmission and drivetrain. Mazda: there may be a fluid leak coming from the left side axle shaft seal. 2009-2010 tribute.
• 10037637Dec 2, 2010Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Body and structure. Mazda: in cold temperatures the liftgate window glass might break. 2010-2011 tribute vehicles.
• 10037095Sep 30, 2010Other or unknown, Electrical system. Mazda: on 2009-2010 tributes the malfunction light is on with the possibility for multiple trouble codes stored. Repair procedure noted.
• 10034065Jun 14, 2010Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Mazda service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. Announcing the upcoming automatic transmission regulator solenoid valve bore wear. Csc letter was rec'd.
• 10033689Jan 7, 2010Body and structure, Latches, locks and linkages. Mazda: exterior door handle difficult to open. Some vehicles may exhibit an exterior door handle that is difficult to open, doe not sit flush when released, and/or sticks when opening door. This may be due to the exterior door handle plunger (1) binding on the door handle cover (2).
• 10033688Jan 4, 2010Engine cooling. Mazda: some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) or wrench light with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2135. Dtcs p2111 and/or p0122 may also be present. Drivability symptoms may include intermittent rough idle, idle speed below specification and/or reduced power.
• 10033012Nov 19, 2009Steering. Mazda: steering column pop/clunk noise on turns. Some vehicles may exhibit a pop or clunk noise from the steering column area while turning. This noise typically occurs quarter turn before the steering wheel reaches its end of travel stop and typically goes away with weight off the wheels. Models tribute and tribute hybrid 2008-10.

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