2005 Mazda Tribute Mazda Tribute 2005

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2005 Mazda Tribute repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (14%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (14%)

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2005 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

25000 mi Cd player not working. Replaced entire audio unit w/reconditioned model. Part of extended time in shop was due to wrong unit being delivered. 

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2005 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD

96700 mi

US $500
Battery indicator light flashes on and off. Changed battery, still does same thing. Shop indicates it the alternator. Scheduled to have this repair made 

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2005 Mazda Tribute 4dr SUV

153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

132059 mi

US $1125
replaced compressor w/clutch-new,orifice tube, drier, evac/echarge/dye 

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2005 Mazda Tribute Electrical Problems

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