2002 MAZDA MODEL MPV Owners Manual (in English)

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Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Yo u r v e h i c l e’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. Open the fuse panel cover.3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse
puller provided on the fuse panel.
4. Inspect it and replace if it’s blown.
5. 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 AUDIO circuit.
Fuses
Fuse panel cover
Always replace a fuse with one of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.
Fuse puller
Normal Blown
CAUTION
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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.
Fuse block cover
Ta b
Normal Blown
120A fuse
A
A BB
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Fuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 DEFOG 40ARear window
defroster
2 BTN 60ASTOP, HAZARD,
ROOM, D.LOCK
and DRL fuses
3 ABS 60AAntilock brake
system,
For protection of
various circuits
4 FAN1 30A Cooling fan
5 FAN2 30A Cooling fan
6 HEATER 40A Heater
7 R.HEATER 30ARear heater,
For protection of
various circuits
8 IG KEY2 40AA/C, P.WIND,
SUN ROOF and
R.WIP fuses
9 A/C 10AAir conditioner,
For protection of
various circuitsDESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
10 TAIL 15A Taillights
11 (A/C PWR) 15A Inverter
12 HORN 15A Horn
13 (FOG) (15A)For protection of
various circuits
14 EEC 5AFor protection of
various circuits
15 HEAD L 15A Headlight-left
16 HEAD R 15A Headlight-right
17 (HID L) (20A)—
18 (HID R) (20A)—
19 IG KEY1 60AMETER,
ENGINE and
WIPER fuses
20 EGI INJ 30AFor protection of
various circuits
21 FUEL PUMP 20A Fuel pump
22 MAIN 120AFor protection of
all circuits
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Fuse block (Driver’s side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 (P.WIND) 30APower windows,
For protection of
various circuits
2 WIPER 20A
Wi n ds h i e l d
wipers and washer
3(SUN
ROOF)15ASunroof,
For protection of
various circuits
4 R.WIP 10ARear window
wiper and washer
5 (SEAT) 20AFor protection of
various circuits
6 (M.DEF) 10AMirror defroster,
For protection of
various circuits
7 (A/C) 10AAir conditioner,
For protection of
various circuits
8 (DRL) 10AFor protection of
various circuits
9—— —
10 (H/CLEAN) 20AFor protection of
various circuits
11—— —
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
12 HAZARD 10AHazard warning
flashers
13 ROOM 15AOverhead lights,
Map lights,
Luggage
compartment light
14(AUX
POWER)25A Accessory socket
15(CLOSER
LH)20AFor protection of
various circuits
16 (AUDIO) 10AAudio system, For
protection of
various circuits
17 (D.LOCK) 30APower door locks,
For protection of
various circuits
18 (P/SEAT) 30A Power seat
19 ENGINE 10AEngine control
system
20 METER 10A Instrument cluster
21 STOP 15A Brake lights
22(CLOSER
RH)20AFor protection of
various circuits
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
23(ACC.
DELAY)30APower windows
delay,
For protection of
various circuits
24 METER 15AInstrument
cluster,
INH switch
25 (ST.SIGN) 10A Starter signal
26 CIGAR 25A Lighter
27—— —
28—— —
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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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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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Follow all
label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.

Maintaining the Finish
Wa s h i n g
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.
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.
•To prevent damaging the antenna,
remove it before entering a car wash
facility or passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.
CAUTION
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