Mazda Millenia (2002 year). Instruction

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

▼ Tire Rotation

To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires
every 6,000 km (3,750 miles)/12,000 km

(7,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear
develops. During rotation, inspect them
for correct balance.

Canada

Also, inspect them for uneven wear and
damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused
by one or a combination of the following:

• Incorrect tire pressure
• Improper wheel alignment
• Out-of-balance wheel
• Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to
specification (page 10-6) and inspect the
lug nuts for tightness.

▼ Replacing a Tire

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will
appear as a solid band across the tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.

You may need to replace it before the
band is across the entire tread.

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be weakened if rotated from side
to side.

Front

Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY
spare tire) in rotation.

CAUTION

Worn Tires:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
Always use tires that are in good
condition.

WARNING

New tread

Worn tread

Tread wear indicator

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

▼ Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it’s properly
inflated and stored.
The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction. It is
lighter and smaller than a conventional
tire and should be used only for an
emergency and only for a short distance.

Use the temporary only until the
conventional tire is repaired, which should
be as soon as possible.

Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa
(4.2 kgf/cm

or bar, 60 psi).

▼ Replacing a Wheel

When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original factory
wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset.

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.

• Don’t use your temporary spare tire

rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage both
tire and rim.

• The temporary spare tire has a tread

life of up to 5,000 km (3,000 miles),
depending on road conditions and
driving habits.

• When the tread wear solid-band

indicator appears, replace the tire
with the same type of temporary
spare.

CAUTION

Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident. Always use
wheels of the correct size on your
vehicle.

A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect
• Tire fit
• Wheel and bearing life
• Ground clearance
• Snow-chain clearance
• Speedometer calibration
• Headlight aim
• Bumper height

WARNING

CAUTION

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Your Mazda’s headlights have replaceable
halogen bulbs.

▼ Replacing a Headlight Bulb

1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.

2. Lift the hood and find the bulb in the

rear of the headlight body.

3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it while
holding the rubber socket cover in
place. Carefully remove the headlight
bulb from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight backward out
of the socket.

4. Remove the bulb from the electrical

connector by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the bulb upward.

5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of removal.

Handling Halogen Bulbs:
When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it
will explode and serious injuries
could be caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Never touch the glass portion of the
bulb with your bare hands and always
wear eye protection when handling or
working around halogen bulbs.

Children and Halogen Bulbs:
Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb or
breaking it some other way.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children.

WARNING

Do not touch the glass surface

Low beam bulb

Tab

High beam bulb

Tab

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Your vehicle’s electrical system is
protected by fuses.

If any lights, accessories, or controls don’t
work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.

If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

▼ Fuse Replacement

If the electrical system doesn’t work, first
inspect fuses on the driver’s side.

1. Turn off the ignition switch and other

switches.

2. Remove the outer fuse cover.

3. Open the fuse panel cover.

4. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse

puller provided on the inside of the
outer fuse cover.

5. Inspect it and replace if it’s blown.

Fuses

Outer fuse cover

Fuse panel cover

Fuse puller

Normal

Blown

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

6. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,

and make sure it fits tightly. If it
doesn’t, have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer install it.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow one
of the same rating from a circuit not
essential to vehicle operation, such as
the RADIO circuit.

If the headlights or other electrical
components don’t work and the fuses in
the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block
under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must
be replaced. Follow these steps:

1. Turn off the ignition switch and all

other switches.

2. Remove the fuse block cover.

3. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new

one of the same rating.

When replacing the 120A fuse:

1. Turn off the ignition switch.

2. Remove the negative battery terminal.

3. Remove the A nuts.

4. Lift the fuse block and remove the B

bolts.

5. Replace the fuse with a new one of the

same rating.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Always replace a fuse with one of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.

CAUTION

Fuse block cover

Normal

Blown

120A fuse

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

▼ Fuse Panel Description

Fuse block (Engine compartment)

DESCRIPTION

FUSE

RATING

PROTECTED

COMPONENT

MAIN

120A

For protection of all
circuits

AD.FAN

30A

Additional cooling
fan for air conditioner

EGI INJ

30A

Fuel injection system

HEAD

40A

Headlights

IG KEY

60A

RADIO, TURN,
METER, ENGINE,
S/ROOF and P/WIND
fuses, Ignition system

COOLING

FAN

30A

Cooling fan

ABS

60A

Antilock brake system

HEATER

40A

Heater, Air
conditioner

DEFOG

40A

Rear window
defroster

BTN

60A

STOP, ROOM and
D/LOCK fuses, Fuel
lid opener, Power
door lock

DESCRIPTION

FUSE

RATING

PROTECTED

COMPONENT

AUDIO

20A

Audio system

P/WINDOW

30A

Power windows

P.SEAT

30A

Power seat

HORN

10A

Horn

IDL UP

10A

Engine control
system

ST.SIGN

10A

Engine control unit

FOG

15A

Fog lights

S.WARM

20A

Seat warmer

TAIL

15A

Taillights, Parking
lights, License plate
lights, Dashboard
illumination, Glove
box light, Clock

—

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Fuse panel (Driver’s side)

DESCRIPTION

FUSE

RATING

PROTECTED

COMPONENT

HAZARD

15A

Hazard warning
light

ROOM

15A

Clock, Interior
light

S/ROOF

15A

Sunroof

METER

15A

Gauges, Reverse
lights, Turn signals,
Cruise control

STOP

20A

Brake lights

—

IIA

15A

IIA

R.DEF

10A

Rear window
defroster

A/C

10A

Air conditioner

WIPER

20A

Windshield wipers
and washer

M.DEF

10A

Mirror defroster

START

15A

Starter

TURN

10A

Turn signal lights

BLOWER

10A

Air conditioner

—

DESCRIPTION

FUSE

RATING

PROTECTED

COMPONENT

—

RADIO

10A

Audio system

ENGINE

15A

Engine control
system

ILLUMI

10A

Dashboard
illumination

OPENER

15A

Trunk lid opener,
Fuel-lid opener

—

CIGAR

15A

Cigar lighter

—

SPARE

30A

—

D/LOCK

30A

Power door lock

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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

The paintwork on your Mazda represents
the latest technical developments in
composition and methods of application.

Environmental hazards, however, can
harm the paint’s protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.

Here are some examples of possible
damage, with tips on how to prevent them.

▼ Etching Caused by Acid Rain or

Industrial Fallout

Occurrence

Industrial pollutants and vehicle
emissions drift into the air and mix with
rain or dew to form acids. These acids can
settle on a vehicle’s finish. As the water
evaporates, the acid becomes concentrated
and can damage the finish.
And the longer the acid remains on the
surface, the greater the chance is for
damage.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you suspect that acid rain has settled on
your vehicle’s finish.

▼ Damage Caused by Bird

Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap

Occurrence

Bird droppings contain acids. If these
aren’t removed they can eat away the clear
and color base coat of the vehicle’s
paintwork.

When insects stick to the paint surface
and decompose, corrosive compounds
form. These can erode the clear and color
base coat of the vehicle’s paintwork if
they are not removed.

Tree sap will harden and adhere
permanently to the paint finish. If you
scratch the sap off while it is hard, some
vehicle paint could come off with it.

Prevention

It is necessary to have your Mazda
washed and waxed to preserve its finish
according to the instructions in this
section. This should be done as soon as
possible.

Bird droppings can be removed with a soft
sponge and water. If you are traveling and
these are not available, a moistened tissue
may also take care of the problem. The
cleaned area should be waxed according
to the instructions in this section.
Insects and tree sap are best removed with
a soft sponge and water or a commercially
available chemical cleaner.

Another method is to cover the affected
area with dampened newspaper for one to
two hours. After removing the newspaper,
rinse off the loosened debris with water.

How to Minimize
Environmental Paint
Damage

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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

▼ Water Marks

Occurrence

Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can
contain harmful minerals such as salt and
lime. If moisture containing these
minerals settles on the vehicle and
evaporates, the minerals will concentrate
and harden to form white rings. The rings
can damage your vehicle’s finish.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you find water marks on your vehicle’s
finish.

▼ Paint Chipping

Occurrence

Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle’s tires hits
your vehicle.

How to avoid paint chipping

Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of
having your paint chipped by flying
gravel.

NOTE

• The paint chipping zone varies with

the speed of the vehicle. For
example, when traveling at 90 km/h
(56 mph), the paint chipping zone is
50 m (164 ft).

• In low temperatures a vehicle’s

finish hardens. This increases the
chance of paint chipping.

• Chipped paint can lead to rust

forming on your Mazda. Before this
happens, repair the damage by using
Mazda touch-up paint according to
the instructions in this section.
Failure to repair the affected area
could lead to serious rusting and
expensive repairs.

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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

Follow all label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.

▼ Maintaining the Finish

Washing

To help protect the finish from rust and
deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.

Scratches occur on the paint surface
when:
• The vehicle is washed without first

rinsing off dirt and other foreign
matter.

• The vehicle is washed with a rough,

dry, or dirty cloth.

• The vehicle is washed at a car wash

that uses brushes that are dirty or too
stiff.

• Cleansers or wax containing abrasives

are used.

To minimize scratches on the vehicle’s
paint finish:
• Rinse off any dirt or other foreign

matter using lukewarm or cold water
before washing.

• Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water

and a soft cloth when washing the
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.

• Rub gently when washing or drying the

vehicle.

• Take your vehicle only to a car wash

that keeps its brushes well maintained.

• Don’t use abrasive cleansers or wax

that contain abrasives.

Pay special attention to removing salt,
dirt, mud, and other foreign material from
the underside of the wings, and make sure
the drain holes in the lower edges of the
doors and rocker panels are clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits can
damage the finish if not removed
immediately. When prompt washing with
plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap
made for use on vehicles.

Exterior Care

NOTE

• Mazda is not responsible for

scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.

• Scratches are more noticeable on

vehicles with darker paint finishes.

Don’t use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodized
aluminum parts. This may damage the
protective coating; also, cleaners and
detergents may discolor or deteriorate
the paint.

CAUTION

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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

Thoroughly rinse off all soap with
lukewarm or cold water. Don’t allow soap
to dry on the finish.

After washing the vehicle, dry it with a
clean chamois to prevent water spots from
forming.

Waxing

Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the finish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body,
wax the metal trim to maintain its luster.

1. Use wax which contains no abrasives.

Waxes containing abrasive will remove
paint and could damage bright metal
parts.

2. Use a good grade of natural wax for

metallic, mica, and solid colors.

3. When waxing, coat evenly with the

sponge supplied or a soft cloth.

4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.

▼ Repairing Damage to the Finish

Deep scratches or chips on the finish
should be repaired promptly. Exposed
metal quickly rusts and can lead to major
repairs.

▼ Bright-Metal Maintenance

• Use tar remover to remove road tar and

insects. Never do this with a knife or
similar tool.

• To prevent corrosion on bright-metal

surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high luster.

• During cold weather or in coastal

areas, cover bright-metal parts with a
coating of wax or preservative heavier
than usual. It would also help to coat
them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly
or some other protective compound.

Driving with Wet Brakes:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been
affected. Dry the brakes by driving
very slowly and applying the brakes
lightly until brake performance is
normal.

WARNING

NOTE

A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle doesn’t need it.

If your Mazda is damaged and needs
metal parts repaired or replaced, make
sure the body shop applies anti-
corrosion materials to all parts, both
repaired and new. This will prevent
them from rusting.

CAUTION

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