Mazda MPV

I have this same problem and thought it was the switch because it was buzzing when I pressed it. I went to the dealer to get a replacement and he said that he's replaced hundreds of motors, but never a switch. Pig-headed as I am, I ordered the new switch and installed it. Turns out, the parts manager was correct. I'm in the process now of analyzing the job of replacing the motor. I looks like just a few bolts and an electrical connection, but it's hard to tell w/o the manual b/c everything is behind sheet metal once the panel is removed.

I always put 5W-30 in. Depending upon where you live this can make a huge difference. If you live in colder climates, definitely 5W-30. It is thinner when its cold and makes it easier to pump the oil up to the top of the engine. Another little piece of information that is useful: 5W is the weight of the oil when its cold, or the viscosity of it. The lower the number the thinner the oil. 30 is the hot temperature weight of the oil. The higher the number the thicker it becomes. In short, its thin so it flows easier when its cold, then when the engine is hot, it has the protection of the thicker oil.

There are two ways, replace the oil pan gasket or replace the oil pan. From my experience it is WAY easier and better to just replace the whole oil pan. A gasket will run you $50 and a new oil pan will cost $200 (from Mazda). The gasket will probably leak again but the new oil pan has a redesigned integral gasket that should last. Plus a new oil pan will be clean, comes with all the hardware and will save you lots of time. Here is a crib sheet of what to do. Remove the large cross brace that runs under the exhaust system. Remove one section of exhaust (the one blocking your view of the oil pan). Remove the oil pan. Reverse. First time I did it, it took 3 hrs. Now it takes less than an hour. Seriously, I don't like high priced Mazda parts but this is an exception, you won't be disappointed.

On my 94 MPV the Mitchell on demand repair manual says to remove the panel in the dash where your display is, their is a small screw, take screw out of the place it is and put it in the other place provided. I haven't done this yet but my light stays on also, they come on automatically at 80,000 miles. Hope that helps. Disconnecting the battery won't reset it.

A friend of mine told me to disconnect the battery. Not 100% sure, just what i was told.

how to reset a fuel pump on a Mazda MPV van 2000

Same problem that happens to me, I just send my car for diagsnosis and repair and they found out that spark plugs needs to be change and the cables, cost me CAD $325.00.

1. Squeeze the tabs on the electrical connector and pull to unplug.

2. Using the tab on the rubber boot, pull it back and slide it off.

3. Unhook one side of the spring clip and swing the clip back. (Push in and then down to unhook)

4. Slide the old bulb straight out.

5.Insert the new bulb straight into the holder, making sure it goes all the way to the front. The middle electrical prong should be on top.

6. Swing the retaining spring back and re-clip.

7. Slide the rubber boot back on the rear of the assembly, making sure that the electrical prongs are exposed.

8. Re-connect the three-prong electrical connector.

9. Turn on lights and make sure it works.

The thermostat is located underneath the front of the van on the driverside tire side of the vehicle. follow the radiator hose up to the thermostat housing. Note: the rubber o ring must be left in place if you are not planning to replace the thermostat, which, by the way costs like $35.00 and has to be ordered in advance.

The thermostat can be found inside of the thermostat housing. The thermostat housing is located on the front of the engine.

Take it to the dealer......hahahahaa It probably works fine. Your tranny has 4 gears. 4th is OD. Turning off OD keeps it from shifting into 4th, if you are going fast enough for 4th. If you're in 1st 2nd or 3rd then turning OD off will have no effect other than preventing 4th. Test it: With OD on, start from a stop and using the tach and your butt count how many gear shifts it does, making sure you are on a road that will allow you to get fast enough for 4th. If you sense 3 shifts, you're in 4th. Now turn OD off. It should downshift to 3rd. Or just be cruising on a freeway you should be in 4th and turning off OD should make it downshift. If you believe your car is not shifting into 4th at all even on the freeway with OD on, there's a problem in the tranny. The 00-01 has no electronic control for its tranny so there's no flash fix for that. You would know if it's only in 3rd on the freeway because the engine would be screaming and you'd get bad gas mileage.

driver side foot area in fuse block. #11

To lower the spare tire on a 2001 Mazda MPV, first, locate the spare tire tool kit, which is usually found in the rear storage compartment. Use the provided wrench to turn the spare tire lowering mechanism, typically located under the vehicle's rear, counterclockwise until the tire drops to the ground. Ensure you pull the tire out from its compartment once it is fully lowered. Always refer to the owner's manual for specific instructions and safety precautions.

In Mazda vehicles, headlight relays are typically located in the fuse box, which can be found under the dashboard or in the engine compartment, depending on the model. The specific location may vary by model and year, so it's best to consult the owner's manual for the exact location and diagram. Additionally, some models may have separate relay boxes for different electrical components. If you're having trouble locating it, a visual inspection or reference to a repair manual can be helpful.

In a 2003 Mazda MPV, the blower motor resistor is typically located underneath the dashboard on the passenger side, near the blower motor itself. It can be accessed by removing the lower dashboard panel or cover. This component controls the speed of the blower motor for the heating and air conditioning system. Be sure to disconnect the battery before attempting any repairs.