Mazda 2008 Tribute HEV - Manual (Page 277)

5. Using the hole in the splash
shield, remove the check plug
from the side of the
transmission.
If this is the first check of the
transmission fluid, it may be
necessary to remove the perforated
section of the splash shield (as
indicated on the splash shield).
6. Be sure the engine has been stopped for at least 3 minutes before
performing the fluid level check.
2008 Tribute Hybrid (thv)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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