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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008TRIBUTE S SPORT, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 769 (TROUBLESHOOTING [POWER SYSTEMS])SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - IGNITION SWITCH

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD

Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Ignition Switch

2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Ignition Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART - IGNITION SWITCH

Problem	Possible Cause	Action
The ignition switch is inoperative	Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 4(10A). Ignition switch. Circuitry. Battery junction box (BJB) fuses: 1 (25A) 17(50A)	See PINPOINT TEST 1: THE IGNITION SWITCH IS INOPERATIVE .
No power in ON/ACC	Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 4 (10A). Battery junction box (BJB) fuses: 1 (25A) 17(50A) Ignition switch. Circuitry.	See PINPOINT TEST 2: NO POWER IN ON/ACC .
No power in ON/START	Smart junction box (SJB) fuse 4 (10A). Battery junction box (BJB) fuses: 1 (25A) 17(50A) Ignition switch. Circuitry.	See PINPOINT TEST 4: IGNITION KEY IS HARD TO TURN .
The ignition key is hard to turn	Key. Ignition lock cylinder. Ignition switch rod. Ignition switch.	See PINPOINT TEST 4: IGNITION KEY IS HARD TO TURN .
The multifunction switch does not operate correctly	Multifunction switch. Smart junction box (SJB).	For exterior lighting, see TROUBLESHOOTING (LIGHTING SYSTEMS) . For wipers and washers, see WIPERS AND WASHERS .

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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.