Example carCar diagnostics for a 2008 Mazda Tribute
Car diagnostics for the 2008 Mazda Tribute: request it and CarmaCars arranges it with a trusted shop or connect you with one, and we can deliver a rental car to you while yours is in.
- Combined
- 7.4 to 12.4 L/100 km
- Body
- Sport Utility Vehicle -
A rental while yours is in the shop
A trusted shop does the work and you keep driving while it has your car. We deliver a rental to you, by the day, at our usual rates.
The 2008 Mazda Tribute for car diagnostics
- Body: sport utility vehicle - (EPA size class).
2008 Mazda Tribute: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 | Powertrain 5 | Powertrain 6 | Powertrain 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 2.3 L | 3.0 L | 3.0 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 34 | 29 | 22 | 20 | 19 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 30 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 24 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 32 | 28 | 24 | 22 | 21 | 20 | 19 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 38 | 34 | 29 | 26 | 25 | 24 | 23 |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,100 | US$2,400 | US$2,800 | US$3,050 | US$3,200 | US$3,350 | US$3,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,294 | $2,604 | $3,038 | $3,318 | $3,472 | $3,658 | $3,844 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Mazda Tribute
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 202 complaints with NHTSA, most often about steering (94), vehicle speed control (53) and power train (25). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15V677000 | 2015-10-19 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Tribute vehicles manufactured February 9, 2007 to April 22, 2008. The affected vehicles have had their CD4E transmission replaced with remanufactured one that was rebuilt between June 11, 2015 through July 15, 2015. These service repair... |
| 14V552000 | 2014-09-10 | hybrid propulsion system | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid vehicles manufactured October 10, 2006, to May 23, 2008. The coolant pump for the hybrid system may fail, resulting in the hybrid electronics overheating. |
| 14V282000 | 2014-05-29 | steering:electric power assist system | Mazda North American Operations (Mazda) is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Tribute vehicles manufactured October 5, 2006, through September 11, 2010. The affected vehicles have a steering torque sensor that may not be able to properly detect driver steering input. As a result, the system could remove the... |
| 12V357000 | 2012-07-27 | vehicle speed control:cables | Mazda is recalling certain model year 2001 through 2006, and 2008, Tribute vehicles equipped with 3.0L V6 engines and speed control. Inadequate clearance between the engine cover and the speed control cable connector could result in a stuck throttle when the accelerator pedal is fully or almost-fully depressed.... |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Car diagnostics: how we help
For a diagnostic check on the 2008 Mazda Tribute, CarmaCars arranges a trusted shop; the work is done there, not by CarmaCars. A steady check engine light needs a check soon; a flashing one means pull over safely and get help.
Before the shop sees your Tribute
Your owner's manual lists the maintenance schedule for the Tribute. Note the mileage on the odometer when you send the request. Tell the shop the year, the trim and the engine: the 2.3L 4-cylinder hybrid. It is powered by the 2.3L 4-cylinder hybrid, with front-wheel drive.
How the arrangement works
We can deliver a rental to you while your car is at the shop. Tell us when suits you, and whether the car can be driven. You agree the price with the shop before any work starts.
A car meanwhile
The rental is priced like any other on our site. Rent by the day while the shop has your car. Delivery and pickup are both options across the Toronto area.
Car care, briefly
Switch to winter tires before the first snow, and back in spring. Note the mileage when each service is done, so you know when the next is due. Keep the fuel tank above a quarter in winter.
Getting a clear quote
Ask how long the job should take, so you know how long to rent for. Ask when the car will be ready and how the shop will tell you. Keep the invoice; it is part of the car's service history.
One more step
Send the car's details and the job, and we take the next step.
Request car diagnostics
Tell us when suits you. A person replies within one business day and arranges it with a trusted shop or recommends one; the shop sets its own price and time.
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