Mazda Tribute (2011 year). Instruction — part 5

ROOF RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Loads should never be placed directly on the roof panel. For proper
function of the roof rack system, loads must be placed directly on
crossbars affixed to the roof rack side rails. Your vehicle may be
equipped with factory-installed crossbars. Mazda Genuine Accessory
crossbars, designed specifically for your vehicle, are also recommended
for use with your roof rack system.

The vehicle’s roof panel is NOT designed to directly carry a load. The
maximum recommended load is 100 lb (45 kg), evenly distributed
on the crossbars. Ensure that the load is securely fastened. When the
rail system is loaded, check the tightness of the load, including the
thumbwheels before driving and at each fuel stop.

WARNING: When loading the roof rail crossbars, it is
recommended to evenly distribute the load, as well as maintain a

low center of gravity. Loaded vehicles, with higher centers of gravity,
may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such
as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken
when driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:

1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both

ends of the cross-bar (both
cross-bars are adjustable).

2. Slide the cross-bar to the

desired location.

3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both

ends of the cross-bar.

To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack
side rails:

1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both

ends of the cross-bar (both
cross-bars are adjustable).

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2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of

the rail.

3. Use a long, flat object to

depress the tongue in the
endcaps on both sides of the
cross-bar.

4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off

the end of the rail.

Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight each time load is
added, or removed from the roof rack, and periodically while traveling.
Always ensure the load is secure before traveling.

Note: When the cross bars are installed and unloaded, noise can be
minimized by removing, or re-positioning the cross bars. Position the
forward cross bar rearward of the center of the roof rail system by 2.5 in
(63.5 mm) and space the second cross bar 2.5 in (63.5 mm) from the
forward cross bar.

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To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack
side rails:

1. Ensure that both cross-bar

assemblies are installed with the
F (front) arrow facing towards
the front of the vehicle.

2. Use a long, flat object to press

the tongue in the endcaps on
both sides of the cross-bar.

3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies

over the end cap tongue and
into the side rails.

4. Tighten thumbwheel at both

ends of the cross-bar.

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KEYS

Your vehicle is equipped with two
Integrated Keyhead Transmitters
(IKTs). The key blade functions as a
programmed key which starts the
vehicle and unlocks/locks all the
doors. The transmitter portion
functions as the remote entry
transmitter.

Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key
will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer
supplied IKTs, replacement IKTs are available through your authorized
dealer. Standard SecuriLock

威 keys without remote entry transmitter

functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if
desired.

Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.

For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to
the SecuriLock

威 passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter.

Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were
issued with a security label that
provides important vehicle key cut
information. It is recommended that
you keep the label in a safe place
for future reference.

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POWER DOOR LOCKS
• Press the

control to unlock all

doors.

• Press the

control to lock all

doors.

Door key unlocking/locking

Unlocking the doors

Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. All
other doors will remain locked.

Locking the doors
Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock the driver’s door only.

Autolock
The autolock feature will lock all the doors, liftgate and liftgate window
when:
• all doors are closed,

• the ignition is in the on position,

• you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and

• the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).
The autolock feature repeats when:
• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position

and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and

• the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h).
Deactivating/activating autolock
Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled. There are two
methods to enable/disable this feature:
• Through your authorized dealer, or

• Performing the power door lock control procedure.
Note: The autolock feature can be activated/deactivated independently
of the autounlock feature.
Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure
that the anti-theft system is not armed, ignition is in the off position, and
all vehicle doors, liftgate and liftgate window are closed.

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Power door unlock/lock procedure

You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will
have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must
wait 30 seconds.
Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the
configuration process.

1. The ignition must be off to

begin sequence.

2. Turn the ignition to the on

position.

3. Press the power door unlock

control three times.

4. Turn the ignition from the on to

the off position.

5. Press the power door unlock control three times.

6. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp.

7. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will

chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one
long chirp) if autolock was activated.

8. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to

confirm the procedure is complete.

Autounlock

The autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:
• the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and the

vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h);

• the vehicle has then come to a stop and the ignition is turned to the

off or accessory position; and

• the driver door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being

transitioned to the off or accessory position.

Note: The doors will not autounlock if the vehicle has been
electronically locked before the driver door is opened.

Deactivating/activating autounlock

Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are two
methods to enable/disable this feature:
• Through your authorized dealer, or

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• by using the power door unlock/lock sequence.
Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated
independently of the autolock feature.

Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure

Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle
doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the
procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be
repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again.

1. Place the key in the ignition and

turn the ignition to the on
position.

2. Press the power door unlock

control on the door panel three
times.

3. Turn the ignition from the on

position to the off position.

4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the on position. The horn will chirp one

time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, then

press the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock was
deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autounlock
was activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the off position. The horn will chirp once to

confirm the procedure is complete.

Smart unlocking feature

The smart unlocking feature helps prevent you from locking yourself out
of the vehicle. With the key in any ignition position, the driver’s door will
automatically unlock if it is locked using the power lock control on the
driver’s door panel while the driver’s door is open.

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CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS

When these locks are set, the rear
doors cannot be opened from the
inside. The rear doors can be
opened from the outside when the
childproof door locks are set, but
the doors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on
the rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door.

Note: Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors so you must set each
child lock on each door separately.

Insert the key and turn in the direction of arrow shown on the door to
engage the child proof lock. Turn in the opposite direction to disengage
childproof locks.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

The typical operating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet
(10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by:
• weather conditions,
• nearby radio towers,
• structures around the vehicle, or
• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

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The IKT allows you to:
• remotely unlock the vehicle

doors.

• remotely lock all the vehicle

doors.

• remotely open the power liftgate

glass.

• activate the personal alarm.
• operate the illuminated entry

feature.

The remote entry lock/unlock
feature operates in any ignition
position except while the key is held
in the start position. The panic
feature operates with the key in the off position.
If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take
ALL Integrated Keyhead Transmitters with you to the authorized
dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

Two step door unlocking

1. Press

and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior

lamps will illuminate if the control on the overhead lamp is in the
DOOR position.

2. Press

and release again within three seconds to unlock the

passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass.

One step door unlocking
If the one step door unlocking feature is activated, press

and release

once to unlock all of the doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. Note: The
interior lamps will illuminate (refer to the Illuminated entry feature
later in this section), if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR
position.
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking
Unlocking can be switched between two step and one step door
unlocking by pressing and holding both

and

buttons

simultaneously on the remote entry transmitter for approximately four
seconds. The turn signal will flash twice to indicate that the vehicle has
switched to one step unlocking. Repeat the procedure to switch back to
two step unlocking.

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Locking the doors

1. Press

and release to lock all the doors. Assuming all vehicle doors

and the liftgate are properly closed, the parking lamps will
illuminate.

2. Press

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all

the doors and liftgate are closed and locked. Note: The doors will
lock again and the horn will chirp once.

If any of the doors or the liftgate are not properly closed, the horn will
chirp twice and turn lamps will not illuminate when the

control is

pressed.

Opening the liftgate glass (if equipped)

Press

twice within three seconds to open the liftgate glass.

Car finder

Press

twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn

lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locate
your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press

to activate the alarm. To deactivate the feature, press the

control again, turn the ignition to the on or start position, or wait for the
alarm to time out in approximately three minutes.

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off
position.

Replacing the battery

The integrated keyhead transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent.

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To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of

the IKT near the key ring in
order to remove the battery
cover.
Note: Do not wipe off any
grease on the battery terminals
on the back surface of the
circuit board.

2. Remove the old battery.

Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter
batteries.

3. Insert the new battery. Refer to

the instructions inside the IKT
for the correct orientation of
the battery. Press the battery
down to ensure that the battery
is fully seated in the battery
housing cavity.

4. Snap the battery cover back

onto the key.

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become
deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally after
battery replacement.

Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

If you would like to have your integrated keyhead transmitters
reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional
IKTs, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all IKTs to your
authorized dealer for reprogramming.

How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)

To program a new integrated keyhead transmitter yourself, refer to
Programming spare keys in the SecuriLock

威 passive anti-theft section

of this chapter. Note: At least two IKTs are required to perform this
procedure yourself.

Illuminated entry

The interior lamps, parking lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped)
illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry
system keypad is used to unlock the door(s).

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The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if:
• the ignition is turned to the on position, or
• the integrated keyhead transmitter lock control is pressed, or
• the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped), or
• after 25 seconds of illumination.
The lights will not turn off if:
• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
• any door is open.

Illuminated exit
• The lamps will illuminate when the key is removed from the ignition.
The lamps automatically turn off after 25 seconds. The dome and cargo
lamp controls must not be set to the off position for the illuminated exit
system to operate.

SECURILOCK

姞 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLock

威 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization

system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being
started unless a coded integrated keyhead transmitter (IKT)
programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of
coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.

Your vehicle comes with two coded integrated keyhead transmitters;
additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer.
Standard SecuriLock

威 keys without remote entry transmitter

functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if
desired. The authorized dealer can program your spare IKTs to your
vehicle or you can program the IKTs yourself. Refer to Programming
spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key.

Note: The SecuriLock

威 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with

non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to
purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same
key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these
objects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. These
objects will not cause damage to the coded IKT, but may cause a
momentary issue if they are too close to the IKT when starting the
engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on
the key chain away from the coded IKT and restart the engine.

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Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always
take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.

Anti-theft indicator

The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster.
• When the ignition is in the off

position, the indicator will flash
once every two seconds to
indicate the SecuriLock

威 system

is functioning as a theft
deterrent.

• When the ignition is in the on position, the indicator will glow for

three seconds to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock

威 system, the indicator will flash

rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the on position. If this
occurs, turn the ignition off then back to on to make sure there was no
electronic interference with the programmed key. If the vehicle doesn’t
start, try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful
contact your authorized dealership for key replacement. If the indicator
still flashes rapidly or glows steadily, the vehicle will not start, contact
your authorized dealer as soon as possible for service.

Automatic arming

The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off
position.

The theft indicator will flash every
two seconds to act as a theft
deterrent when the vehicle is
armed.

Automatic disarming

The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on
position.

The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If
the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes
rapidly, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Replacement of integrated keyhead transmitters (IKT) and coded
keys

Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two integrated keyhead
transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition
key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remote
keyless entry transmitter. A maximum of eight coded keys can be
programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight keys can be IKTs
with remote entry functionality.

If your IKTs or standard SecuriLock

威 coded keys are lost or stolen and

you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle
towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from
your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key
away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any
inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional
spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys

You can program your own integrated keyhead transmitters or standard
SecuriLock

威 coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will program

both the engine immobilizer key code and the remote entry transmitter
portion of the IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded
keys can be programmed to your vehicle; only four of these eight can be
IKTs with remote entry functionality.

Tips:
• Only use integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs) or standard

SecuriLock

威 keys.

• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that

already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed
key(s) readily accessible.

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must

take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s)
programmed.

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Please read and understand the
entire procedure before you begin.

1. Insert the first previously

programmed coded key into
the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition from the 1

(off) position to the 3 (on)
position. Keep the ignition in
the 3 (on) position for at least
three seconds, but no more than
10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the first coded

key from the ignition.

4. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to

the 1 (off) position, insert the second previously coded key into the
ignition.

5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position.

Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds,
but no more than 10 seconds.

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the second

previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

7. After three seconds but within 20 seconds of turning the ignition to

the 1 (off) position and removing the previously programmed coded
key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the
ignition.

8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position.

Keep the ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least six seconds.

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.

If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s
engine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an
integrated keyhead transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate
for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming.

If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your
vehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The
theft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you may
repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your
authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.

To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait 20 seconds and
then repeat this procedure from Step 1.

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FRONT SEATS

WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to
slide under the seat’s seat belt, resulting in severe personal

injuries in the event of a collision.

WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to
reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original
position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped

behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original
position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An
unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or
collision.

WARNING: Make sure the adjustable components of a seat are
locked in place:

Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are
dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could
move, causing injury. Make sure the adjustable components of the seat
are locked in place by attempting to slide the seat forward and
backward and locking the seatback.

Adjustable head restraints

Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are
vertically adjustable.

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a
crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in

and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its
proper position. The driver should never adjust the head restraint
while the vehicle is in motion.

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