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#3677 of 4133 Catalytic convertor issues by boomerf350

May 23, 2008 (7:23 pm)

I have a 2001 Tribute, V-6 with 92K miles. 6 months ago the EGR valve blew a hole in itself. After replacement car ran good again. During a trip earlier last week EGR blew another hole stranding my wife out of town. A mechanic replaced valve and she headed for home but 10 minutes later car engine lost power and did't want to run. Back to mechanic who advised problem was the catalytic convertors (3) and Mazda had to fix it. Dealer checked and advised all 3 units are plugged and need replaced. Quoted price for repair was over $3K. This is crazy. I'm not sure this car is worth that much but my wife loves the car. I towed the car home myself. Anybody experience similar problem? I'm looking for a cheaper fix than what the dealership has quoted. Thanks, bOOmer

#3678 of 4133 wiper problems, stalling by rainman64

May 25, 2008 (1:07 pm)

I just want to say my wipers went out about a year after having it and took it to the dealership that day, found out that there was a recall in effect for this problem and it was fixed by the next day. This was six years ago and have not had any problems since. We have an 2001 Trib with over 123,000 miles on the clock now and still going strong.
About a week ago we did start have problems with our trib dying when you come to a stop it will start back up no with no problem, I have read on this site that this is contributed to the Idle Air Control. I have not replaced this part yet. I also read here that there is a reprograming that has to be done after replacing the IAC, is this correct and how is this done. Thank you.

#3679 of 4133 Re: Problems when air conditioner running [cobra11] by nvbanker

May 27, 2008 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: cobra11 (May 23, 2008 3:39 pm)
It sounds like your alternator is failing to me....not gone yet, but going...... Have it checked - Auto Zone will do it free, I think.

#3680 of 4133 Re: Problems when air conditioner running [nvbanker] by cobra11

May 28, 2008 (5:03 am)

Replying to: nvbanker (May 27, 2008 2:57 pm)
Someone else mentioned that possibility.
 
My son suggested I disconnect the battery for a few minutes and perhaps the computer would reconfigure. I did that, and haven't had any problems the last few days. However I will get the alternator tested.
 
thanks

#3681 of 4133 2003 Mazda Tribute gauge problem by tribute2004

Jun 01, 2008 (1:25 pm)

HI, I no the ford Escape/ Mazda Tribute are almost the same. My problem is that my gauges will go from zero then all the way over and back. This happens any time. This includes the fuel, tach, and speedometer. I have been to the dealer and was told of a possible three costly causes. They were unsure of the correct cause. Have any of you had the same problem with your Escapes? If so did you find out the cause? Please let me know.
 
Thanks
 
Jim

#3682 of 4133 Re: 2003 Mazda Tribute gauge problem [tribute2004] by ohfemail

Jun 01, 2008 (8:33 pm)

Replying to: tribute2004 (Jun 01, 2008 1:25 pm)
Replace the battery...I just had the exact problem with my '01 Tribute.

#3683 of 4133 Re: 2003 Mazda Tribute gauge problem [ohfemail] by nvbanker

Jun 04, 2008 (2:56 pm)

Replying to: ohfemail (Jun 01, 2008 8:33 pm)
Yes, Ditto - this is a normal indicator that you are starting with low voltage - common on all Ford/Mazda and many other makes who use the same electronic gear for the dash from the same subcontractor (TRW, Visteon, Delphi & the like). Replace the battery, it'll go away.

#3684 of 4133 Re: 2003 Mazda Tribute gauge problem [nvbanker] by bigdog59

Jun 20, 2008 (7:19 pm)

Replying to: nvbanker (Jun 04, 2008 2:56 pm)
WELL I HAVE A 04 TRIBUTE WITH THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE GUAGES. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THREE DEALER AND THEY CAN'T TELL ME WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. THEY REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR,BATTERY,GAUGE CLUSTER AND THAT DID NOT FIX THE PROBLEM. LUCKY FOR ME THEY DID NOT CHARGE ME FOR THE PARTS THAY REPLACE. I TOOK ALL THE CONNECTOR I COULD FINE AND ALL THE RELAYS, FUSES, RELAYS,BATTERY TERMINAL,GROUNGD TO ENGINE CLEAN THEM WITH CONTACT CLEANER RECHARGED THE NEW BATTERY OVER NIGHT AND STILL I HAVE SAME PROBLEM. ONE THING I HAVE NOTICE THAT WHEN I HAVE THE CRUISE CONTROL ON THE GUAGES DO NOT FLICKER AND THE SUV RUNS FINE WITH NO HESITATION. CAN ANYONE HELP ME OR GIVE ME MORE INFO....

#3685 of 4133 Re: spark plug replacement [nitrous93] by gpoulsen

Jun 23, 2008 (10:46 am)

Replying to: nitrous93 (Nov 28, 2007 2:08 pm)
I have a 01 Mazda Tribute V6 and my father and I are trying to replace the plugs. He is use to the older model cars and wants some better direction as to where the spark plugs are in the engine. He doesn't want to pull to many things off without knowing where the plugs are. Am I picking up that there are three in the front and then 3 in the back that are hard to get to? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.

#3686 of 4133 Re: spark plug replacement [gpoulsen] by nitrous93

Jun 23, 2008 (3:11 pm)

Replying to: gpoulsen (Jun 23, 2008 10:46 am)
Hello,
        To answer your question, yes you have three in front and three in back. the three in front can be taken off quite easily, by removing the plastic shield that says ford 3.0L v-6 or Mazda, etc. Very simple. But the back ones, you have to remove the upper intake, Like i said earlier in my previous post it is not as bad as it sounds. Just follow my post from Nov,28. 2007 and you will be just fine.
 

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