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 AWD

96700 mi picked up car from shop, ran great, upon arriving home would not go into park (Grinding noise) called shop for return, front left axle disengaged requiring a tow to shop 
113000 mi

US $473
Shifter would not shift out of Park and key sometimes would not go back far enough to release from ignition. Replaced shifter mechanism. Must use parking brake PRIOR to placing in Park or have problems shifting out of Park. 
61000 mi

US $2300
Transfer case seal leaked lost oil, gears shot transfer case replaced. 

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2005 Mazda Tribute Transmission Problems

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