Because you have a short in your steering column wiring.
There are four types of belts on a 1997 Mazda Millenia S. There are 4 seatbelts, a timing belt, a serpentine or drive belt, and a fan belt. Please refer to your owners manual for instructions on how to replace them. If you do not have an owners manual, you may purchase one through Amazon.com
Check the toothed wheels and sensors behind the drive wheels for crud/corrosion and clean/change as necessary.
flashing check engine lite means do not drive, or you risk permanent engine damage. you need to get the codes scanned
To remove the alternator from a 1997 Mazda Millenia with a 2.5L engine, first disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the drive belt by loosening the tensioner, then take out the bolts securing the alternator to the engine. Disconnect the electrical connectors and any remaining mounting bolts, and carefully lift the alternator out of the engine bay. Finally, reverse the process to install the new alternator.
To replace the alternator on a 2002 Mazda Millenia, start by disconnecting the negative battery cable for safety. Remove any components obstructing the alternator, such as the drive belt and possibly the intake manifold. Unbolt the alternator from its mount, disconnect the electrical connections, and then replace it with the new unit. Finally, reassemble all removed parts, reconnect the battery, and test the new alternator to ensure proper operation.
does a 2002 mazda protege have a front wheel drive
Yes, the Mazda 2 is Front Wheel Drive
The 2008 Mazda MAZDA6 has front wheel drive.
The 2006 Mazda MAZDA6 has front wheel drive.
The 2003 Mazda MAZDA6 has front wheel drive.
The 2011 Mazda MAZDA3 has front wheel drive.
The 2013 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 has front wheel drive.