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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008TRIBUTE S SPORT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 63 (ENGINE CONTROLS [SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING])RELAYS & SOLENOIDSMAIN RELAY
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD
Main Relay
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Main Relay
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5, 2003 Mazda Protege, 2003 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2003 Mazda MPV, and 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
On MAZDA6, when testing ET control relay, use main relay testing procedure.
- Ensure main relay clicks when ignition is turned on and off. If no sound is heard, locate and remove main relay from main fuse box, in engine compartment. Using ohmmeter, check continuity between main relay terminals "C" and "D". See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . Continuity should not be present.
- Using fused jumper wires, apply battery voltage to main relay terminal "A" and ground terminal "B" (terminal E" on MAZDA6 & MPV). Continuity should be present between main relay terminals "C" and "D". See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . If continuity is not as specified, replace main relay.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.