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Mazda part name or
equivalent
Capacity
Manual transaxle fluid
Manual transaxle
(2WD)
API service GL-4
SAE 75W-90
2.4 quarts (2.3L)
2
Manual transaxle
(4WD)
2.5 quarts (2.4L)
2
Automatic transaxle
fluid
Automatic
transaxle
MERCON VATF
3
10.2 quarts (9.6L)
4
Rear axle fluid 4WD
SAE 80W-90 Axle
Lubricant
2.4 pints (1.15L)
5
Windshield washer fluid All
Ultra-Clear Windshield
Washer Concentrate
4.8 quarts (4.5L)
Fuel tank All — 16.5 gallons (62.5L)
1
Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant. Do not use Mazda Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding
engine coolant in this chapter.
2
Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with
the vehicle on a level surface.
3
Automatic transmissions that require MERCON V should only use MERCON V fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON/MERCON V. Refer to scheduled maintenance to determine
the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause
transmission damage.
4
Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.
5
Fill from 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6mm to 14mm) below bottom of fill hole.
2008 Tribute (j14)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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