Mazda Millenia (2002 year). Instruction - part 10

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Interior Comfort

To use, open the cover.

▼ Coin Box

To open, press the release button.

Cup Holders

Using the Cup Holder:
Using the cup holder to hold hot 
liquids while the vehicle is moving is 
dangerous. If the contents spill, you 
could be scalded. Never use the cup 
holder to hold hot liquids while the 
vehicle is moving.

WARNING

Front

Rear

Storage Compartments

Open Storage Boxes:
Driving with the storage boxes open is 
dangerous. To reduce the possibility 
of injury in an accident or a sudden 
stop, keep the storage boxes closed 
when driving.

In hot weather, don’t leave 
combustible materials or objects which 
will deform in extreme heat such as 
lighters and glasses in the vehicle.

WARNING

CAUTION

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Interior Comfort

Interior Equipment

▼ Glove Box

To open the glove box, press the button.
The door has a lock, insert the primary 
key and turn it clockwise to lock, 
counterclockwise to unlock.

▼ Center Console

To open, pull the lower release catch.

Small items can be placed in the tray of 
the center console lid.
To open it, pull the upper release catch.

▼ Front-Door Storage 

Compartments

To open, press the release button and lift 
the cover.

Unlock

Lock

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Interior Comfort

▼ Rear-Armrest Opening

This opening can be used when you need 
extra space for transporting long items 
(such as skis). You can also place things 
through it directly into the trunk.

The ignition switch must be in the ACC or 
ON position.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or 
the equivalent requiring no greater than 
12V—10A.

Accessory Socket

To prevent accessory socket damage or 
electrical failure, pay attention to the 
following;
• Don’t use accessories that require 

more than 12V—10A.

• Don’t use accessories that are not 

genuine Mazda accessories or the 
equivalent.

• Close the cover when the accessory 

socket is not in use.

• Correctly insert the plug into the 

accessory socket.

NOTE

To prevent discharging the battery, 
don’t use the socket for long periods 
with the engine off or idling.

Cover

CAUTION

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Interior Comfort

Interior Equipment

When placing an electrical device (e.g. 
cellular phone) in the tray which is 
connected with the accessory socket, pass 
the plug cord through the slot in the cap.

1. Open the tray by pulling the release 

catch.

2. Push the cap from the backside of the 

tray and remove it.

3. Pass the plug cord through the hole of 

the tray and insert the plug in the 
socket.

4. Make sure the plug cord is running 

through the cap slot; reinstall the cap.

Cap slot, opened

Cap slot, closed

Cap

Plug 

Plug cord

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7-1

7

In Case of an Emergency

Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.

Parking in an Emergency  ........................................................... 7- 2

Parking in an Emergency ......................................................... 7- 2

Flat Tire ........................................................................................ 7- 3

Spare Tire and Tool Storage  .................................................... 7- 3
Changing a Flat Tire  ................................................................ 7- 5

Overheating  ................................................................................. 7-10

Overheating ............................................................................. 7-10

Emergency Starting  .................................................................... 7-12

Starting a Flooded Engine  ....................................................... 7-12
Jump-Starting .......................................................................... 7-12
Push-Starting ........................................................................... 7-14

Emergency Towing  ...................................................................... 7-15

Towing Description  ................................................................. 7-15
Towing/Tiedown Hooks ........................................................... 7-16
Recreational Towing ................................................................ 7-17

7-2

In Case of an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

The hazard warning lights should always 
be used when you stop on or near a 
roadway.

The hazard warning lights warn other 
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard 
and that they must take extreme caution 
when near it.

Depress the hazard warning switch and all 
four turn signals will flash at once.

Parking in an Emergency

NOTE

• The turn signals don’t work when 

the hazard warning lights are on.

• Check local regulations about the 

use of hazard warning lights while 
the vehicle is being towed. They 
may forbid it.

Hazard warning flasher switch

7-3

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.

Spare Tire and Tool Storage

Spare tire

Jack handle

Jack

Lug wrench

7-4

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

▼ Jack

To remove the jack

Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.

To secure the jack

Perform the removal procedure in reverse.

▼ Spare Tire

Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
It's lighter and smaller than a conventional 
tire, and is designed only for emergency 
use and should be used only for VERY 
short periods. Temporary spares should 
NEVER be used for long drives or 
extended periods.

Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire 
on Ice or Snow:
Driving with a spare tire on the front 
(driving) wheels on ice or snow is 
dangerous. Handling will be affected. 
You could lose control of the vehicle 
and have an accident. Put the spare 
tire on the rear axle and move a 
regular tire to the front.

Jack

Wing bolt

WARNING

To avoid damage to the temporary 
spare or to the vehicle, observe the 
following precautions:
• Don’t exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).
• Avoid driving over obstacles. 

Also, don’t drive through an 
automatic car wash. This tire’s 
diameter is smaller than a 
conventional tire’s, so the ground 
clearance is reduced about 25 mm 
(1 in).

• Don’t use a tire chain on this tire 

because it won’t fit properly.

• Don’t use your temporary spare on 

any other vehicle; it has been 
designed only for your Mazda.

• Use only one temporary spare tire 

on your vehicle at the same time.

CAUTION

7-5

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

To remove the spare tire

Turn the tire hold-down bolt 
counterclockwise with the lug wrench.

If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a 
level spot that is well off the road and out 
of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a 
busy road is dangerous.

Lug wrench

Bolt

Tire clamp

Changing a Flat Tire

NOTE

If the following occurs while driving, it 
could indicate a flat tire.

• Steering becomes difficult.
• The vehicle begins to vibrate 

excessively.

• The vehicle pulls in one direction.

Jacking a Vehicle:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not 
done properly. The vehicle can slip off 
the jack and seriously injure 
someone.
Be sure to follow the directions for 
changing a tire, and never get under a 
vehicle that is supported only by a 
jack.

Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a 
Jack:
Allowing someone to remain in a 
vehicle supported by a jack is 
dangerous. The occupant could cause 
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious 
injury. Never allow anyone inside a 
vehicle supported by a jack.

WARNING

7-6

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-

way and firmly set the parking brake.

2. Shift into Park (P) and turn off the 

engine.

3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.

4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle 

and away from the vehicle and traffic.

5. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire 

(page 7-3).

6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite 

the flat tire. When blocking a front 
wheel, place the block in front of the 
tire. When blocking a rear wheel, place 
the block behind the tire.

▼ Removing a Flat Tire

1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them 

counterclockwise one turn each, but 
don’t remove any until the tire has been 
raised off the ground.

2. Place the jack under the jacking 

position closest to the tire being 
changed.

NOTE

Make sure the jack is well lubricated 
before using it.

Jacking position

7-7

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

3. Insert the jack handle into the jack.

4. Turn the jack handle clockwise and 

raise the vehicle high enough so that 
the spare tire can be installed. Before 
removing the lug nuts, make sure your 
Mazda is firmly in position and that it 
cannot slip or move.

5. Remove the lug nuts by turning them 

counterclockwise; then remove the 
wheel.

Incorrect Jacking Position:
Attempting to jack the vehicle in 
positions other than those 
recommended in this manual is 
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off 
the jack and seriously injure or even 
kill someone. Use only the front and 
rear jacking positions recommended 
in this manual.

Improper Jack:
Using a jack that isn’t designed for 
your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle 
could slip off the jack and seriously 
injure someone. Use only the jack 
provided with your Mazda.

Placing Objects Under the Jack:
Jacking the vehicle with an object 
under the jack is dangerous. The jack 
could slip and someone could be 
seriously injured by the jack or the 
falling vehicle. Never place objects 
under the jack.

WARNING

Jack handle

7-8

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

▼ Mounting the Spare Tire

1. Remove dirt and grime from the 

mounting surfaces of the wheel and 
hub, including the hub bolts, with a 
cloth.

2. Mount the spare tire.

3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled 

edge inward; tighten them by hand.

Removing Dirt and Grime from 
Wheels, Hubs and Hub Bolts:
When changing or replacing a tire, 
not removing dirt and grime from the 
mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub 
and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug 
nuts could loosen while driving and 
cause the tire to come off, resulting in 
an accident. Make sure the mounting 
surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug 
nuts are clean before changing or 
replacing tires.

WARNING

Applying Oil and Grease to Lug Nuts, 
Bolts:
Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and 
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could 
loosen while driving and cause the 
tire to come off, resulting in an 
accident. In addition, lug nuts and 
bolts could be damaged if tightened 
more than necessary. Do not apply oil 
or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do 
not tighten the lug nuts beyond the 
recommended tightening torque.

WARNING

7-9

In Case of an Emergency

Flat Tire

4. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise 

and lower the vehicle. Use the lug 
wrench to tighten the nuts in the order 
shown.

If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts 
should be, have them inspected at a 
service station. 

Nut tightening torque:

5. Store the damaged tire in the trunk.

 Have the damaged tire repaired as 
soon as possible.

N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)

88—117 (9—12, 65—87)

Loose Lug Nuts:
Improperly or loosely tightened lug 
nuts are dangerous. The wheel could 
wobble or come off. This could result 
in loss of vehicle control and cause a 
serious accident. Always securely and 
correctly tighten the lug nuts.

Metric Studs and Lug Nuts:
Because the wheel studs and lug nuts 
on your Mazda have metric threads, 
using a non-metric nut is dangerous. 
On a metric stud, it would not secure 
the wheel and would damage the stud, 
which could cause the wheel to slip 
off and cause an accident. Be sure to 
reinstall the same nuts you removed 
or replace them with metric nuts of 
the same configuration.

Incorrect Tire Air Pressure:
Driving on tires with incorrect air 
pressure is dangerous. Tires with 
incorrect pressure could affect 
handling and result in an accident.
Don’t drive with any tires that have 
incorrect air pressure. When you 
check the regular tires’ air pressure, 
check the spare tire, too.

NOTE

To prevent the jack and tool from 
rattling, store them properly.

WARNING

7-10

In Case of an Emergency

Overheating

If the temperature gauge indicates 
overheating, you experience power loss, 
or you hear a loud knocking or pinging 
noise, the engine is probably too hot.

If this happens:

1. Drive safely to the side of the road and 

park off the right-of-way.

2. Shift into park (P) .

Apply the parking brake.

3. Turn off the air conditioner.

4. Check whether coolant or steam is 

escaping from under the hood or from 
the engine compartment.

If steam is coming from the engine 
compartment:
Don’t go near the front of the vehicle. 
Stop the engine. Then turn the ignition 
switch to the ON position without 
starting the engine.
The radiator cooling fans will start to 
cool the engine.

If neither coolant nor steam is 
escaping:
Open the hood and idle the engine until 
it cools. If this doesn’t lower the 
temperature, stop the engine and let it 
cool.

5. Check the coolant level.

If it’s low, look for leaks in the radiator 
hoses and connections, heater hoses 
and connections, radiator, and water 
pump.
If you find a leak or other damage, or if 
coolant is still leaking, stop the engine 
and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

If you find no problems, the engine is 
cool, and no leaks are obvious, carefully 
add coolant as required (page 8-12).

Overheating

Steam from Overheated Engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is 
dangerous. The escaping steam could 
seriously burn you. Open the hood 
ONLY after steam is no longer 
escaping from the engine.

WARNING

Coolant filler cap

2.5 liter V6 DOHC

Engine coolant 
reservoir

Coolant system cap

Miller Cycle Engine V6 DOHC

Engine coolant 
reservoir

7-11

In Case of an Emergency

Overheating

Cooling System Caps:
When the engine and radiator are 
hot, scalding coolant and steam may 
shoot out under pressure and cause 
serious injury. Don’t remove either 
cooling system cap when the engine 
and radiator are hot.

If the engine continues to overheat or 
frequently overheats, have the cooling 
system inspected. The engine could be 
seriously damaged unless repairs are 
made.

WARNING

CAUTION