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2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WD
General Specifications
2008 Mazda Tribute s Sport, 4WDSECTION General Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Item | Specification | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Lubricants | |||
| MERCON® Multi-Purpose Automatic Transmission Fluid XT-2-QDX (US); XT-2-LM12 (Canada) | MERCON® | ||
| Power Steering Gear | |||
| Fluid capacity | 0.75L (1.6 pt)(1) | ||
| Turning effort | 2.72 kg (6.0 lb) | ||
| Power steering purge vacuum | 68-85 kPa (20-25 in-Hg) | ||
| Power Steering Pump | |||
| Flow @ 2,100 rpm | 9.5 ± 1.7 liters/minute (2.5 ± 0.4 gpm) Fluid temp. 74-80°C (165-176°F) Engine speed set to 2,100 rpm (with no steering input) Power steering analyzer set @ 345 kPa (50 psi) | ||
| Flow @ idle (minimum flow) | 4.5 liters/minute (1.2 gpm) Fluid temp. 74-80°C (165-176°F) Engine at idle Pressure at 5,171 kPa (750 psi) | ||
| Pressure | 1,034 kPa (150 psi) Fluid temp. 74-80°C (165-176°F) Engine speed set to 2,100 rpm (with no steering input) | ||
| Relief pressure | 8,646-11,563 kPa (1,254-1,677 psi) | ||
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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.