Three problems related to fuses and circuit breaker have been reported for the 2002 Mazda Tribute.
Fuses And Circuit Breaker problem
1 Clock/radio does not work until car is running up to 30 minutes or more. Dealer replaced entire unit which worked approx. 2 months before the issue re-appeared. Recently clock/radio has not worked for more than 1 week. The issue has been ongoing for more than 1 year with the dealer denying any electrical issue. As of today, vehicle at dealer again who now says it is an electrical issue.
Fuses And Circuit Breaker problem
2 While traveling 40mph on highway and without prior warning vehicle stalled, and electrical power brakes/ steering , and lights were lost. Dealership was aware of problem.
Fuses And Circuit Breaker problem
3 Consumer states that the clock radio will not come on until car has been running for about 20 minutes. System found losing power at audio unit connector yellow with white tracer wire. Dealer replaced bad connection at fuse panel assembly.