Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2011TRIBUTE I TOURING, FWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISGENERAL INFORMATIONOBD-II DRIVE CYCLESDRIVE CYCLES1996: 626, MX-6OBD-II DRIVE CYCLE
2011 Mazda Tribute i Touring, FWD
OBD-II Drive Cycle
2011 Mazda Tribute i Touring, FWDSECTION OBD-II Drive Cycle
NOTE:
Perform this procedure only when instructed to do so.
- Start and warm engine to engine coolant temperature of 180Β°F (82Β°C). Drive vehicle or allow to idle for 4 minutes. If driven, stop vehicle. After vehicle is driven or idled for 4 minutes, with vehicle in Drive, allow to idle for additional 40 seconds.
- Open throttle one quarter to half-way and increase speed to 40 MPH for 10 seconds. Drive vehicle at a steady speed of 40 MPH for 30 seconds. Stop vehicle. With vehicle in Drive, allow to idle for 40 seconds. Drive vehicle at 35 MPH for 4 minutes. Stop vehicle and allow to idle for 30 seconds.
- Drive vehicle at 30 MPH for 6 minutes. Stop vehicle and allow to idle for 30 seconds. Drive vehicle at 25-40 MPH for 3 minutes while observing following conditions. Stop and allow to idle for 10 seconds at least 5 times, throttle opening is one quarter to half-way when accelerating from idle, and shift between 3 different speeds while driving at 25-40 MPH.
- Drive vehicle at a constant speed of 25-30 MPH for one minute. Within 8 seconds, accelerate to 55-60 MPH. Drive vehicle at a constant speed of 55-60 MPH for 2 minutes. With ignition on (vehicle idling or engine off), check for Continuous Memory codes.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.