Exterior
The Tribute has the same overall shape as the Escape but features unique exterior trim and a different grille and headlamps, which were redesigned for 2005. Both SUVs exhibit a conventional small-SUV profile, with similar dimensions. The rear fascia has vertical taillights, and alloy wheels hold 16-inch tires. The rear liftgate contains flip-up glass.
Tributes ride a 103.1-inch wheelbase and measure 174.4 inches long overall. Standing 67.7 inches tall (not including roof rails), the four-door Tribute has a fully independent suspension. Ground clearance is 8.4 inches when loaded.
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Exterior
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Rear WindowWiper and Washer
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
Rear WindowWiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear
wiper/washer switch.
ON - Normal.
INT - Intermittent.
Rear WindowWasher
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Vehicle Overview
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significant exterior and interior face-lift for 2008. For 2009, Mazda makes a
slew of mechanical changes that could impro ...