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The interesting thing is that the code has been retained in memory and can still be read, up to about forty cold-hot-cold cycles. Get the code read and tell us all what it was.
Given the Millenia's OBDII system, (which will illuminate the light on the thinnest of reasons) I wouldn't worry much about it. You will see the light from time to time. Get yourself a code scanner, read the code, write it down and erase it. Standard Millenia procedure. The root problem is that the oxygen sensors they used were out of spec - far too sensitive, and Mazda replaced a lot of them under warranty.
1. Chrome wheels seem to be causing the tires to lose air. Could they be deteriorating on the inside?
2. Has anyone had experience with the timing belt ? When does it usually go, and how much to replace ?
3. Is the miller cycle engine still depenable beyond the 50,000 miles ?
2. Not sure, but seems like timming belt should be replaced for sure in recomended intervals or maybe a bit sooner. From what I was reading, if it breakes, it will ruin your engine.
3. I can't comment on that.
Both Millenia engines are "non-interference" and will not be damaged by a belt breaking. The owners manual should show when to change it, and on the 99 S I think it was 60000 miles.
S owners can tell you more about high milage, but 50 thousand is not high milage, and you should easily double that with no major problems, but there have been posts about the supercharger leaking oil.
There was a recall on some MM chrome wheels that should be available at your dealer's or online at AllData. There may be a link on the Edmunds site for that.
Edit: Here is the recall information on the wheels for the 99S. "TSB#0200401 Wheels - Chrome Wheel Rusting "
In CA, the recommended timing belt maintenance is at 90K miles.
>> 3. Is the miller cycle engine still depenable beyond the 50,000 miles ?<<
I have 50,048 miles on my 2001 S, and the last 48 miles have been quite dependable :-)
Just met somebody by chance with 2000 S, 97K miles, still original timing belt, 4th set of tires, 2nd set of front rotors (expensive!), no problems overall.
The total cost of the 96K service was around $1350.00 Canadian.
As noted by another user, the Millenia has a non-interference belt which means that you will be inconvenienced if it breaks, but it won't damage the engine. Obviously if you have the extended warranty, which I have, you don't want to delay any scheduled maintenance on the vehicle. Thanks
1st time, they couldnt duplicate the problem, probably because they only test drove it for 3 miles, and the noise doesnt happen until after youve been driving for 15 mins.
2nd time, mechanic came for a ride with me and it made the noise. They adjusted a rear ebrake spring. They still didnt realize it only does it after driving for 15 mins, and at this point i didnt know either. Got the car back, still makes the noise
3rd time, they sanded down the rear rotors and brake pads, and installed new calipers. Again, when i got it back, it would still make the noise
4th time i took it in, they resurfaced the rotors. I got the car back, and yet it still makes the noise. THIS is when i realized that the noise only starts after 16 mins of driving. They had no idea, did a repair and assumed it was fixed because they only drove it for 5 mins.
5th time, they replaced the right rear ebrake, hardware and shoes. Got it back, and it still made the noise.
6th time, i took it back, they replaced the right rear ebrake and hardware and shoes, and they adjusted the ebrake cables as well. I got the car back today, and after 15 mins it still makes the noise.
Anybody have any idea what this could be? theyve done all that, checked for a exhaust leak, the wheel bearing is fine. im out of ideas, all this was free becasue the cars under warranty. the noise sounds like a high pitched ring in your ear, or like a dog whistle. i read about the AT Cable service bulletin, but that doesnt apply to the 2002 millenias. anybody have any ideas? maybe they need to replace the ebrake cables completley?
I too have 2002 Millenia P 2.5L. The problem did not become noticeable until about November of 2004, consequently, this was right around the time that I had all of my brakes done, rotors and pads. The sound only seems to pronounce itself whenever I get up to 80+MPH, no sounds up until this point.
In an attempt to fix the problem, I have taken the car to shops and had them check everything thing that they and I could think of, but to this day, no one can seem to figure it out either.
I'll post again if anything changes...Anyone else have any suggestions???
Also, I don't know if this is related, but the steering column has been stuck in the "up" position for a few months - never got around to fixing it, and it didn't seem to affect the steering.
Thanks!!
Good luck.
On the steering problem, I can't see the up or down position of the steering wheel being the problem. And it does sound like a power steering pump either low on fluid or gone bad.
I'd go ahead and take it to a repair shop for diagnosis. But that type of problem is not the exclusive domain of a Mazda dealer who most likely charges a high premium over an independent shop.
Thanks, Greg
1. Confirm that you would indeed buy a Millenia?
2. Is it worth paying the premium for a 2001 versus a 2000? Are the updates worth the cost?
3. Would you consider a used Millenia with more than 80,000km? I am hesitant to buy a used Millenia with 130,000km but for no particular reason...just sceptical I guess.
4. Anything I should look for or ask inparticular when shopping?
Thank you for all your help. I'm anxious to pick one up.
Also, anyone have any experience getting bent rims straightened out? I have 2 bent from a pothole and an most likely going to buy a couple on ebay, but was wondering if anyone had any other ideas.
Bear in mind that it's a pricy car and like all higher end vehicles, nothing is cheap on it!
Browse this forum and you see for yourself.
The Mazda supercharger has an " history" and only that itself is woth more than the warranty.
Melcome to the forum!
Haven't posted in a long time, but i oftently log on to see what's going on.
Who knows, you may total the car next month!
If you had an S model, yeah maybe, but the P is just a simple V6 with above average reliability.
Just my two cents.
I have been closely monitoring Millenia listings on ebay, cars.com, autotrader, and some dealer auctions: I want to buy a Millenia for a good price.
My problem, however, is that I keep going back-and-forth on the issue of "to S or not to S". Can you owners out their please give me your opinion of buying a 4-6 year old turbocharged car, or not? Price doesn't seem to be a factor when listing "S" models versus "P" models, so it comes down to this: are the extra-cost risks worth the benefits of the 2.3 turbo engine?
What do you think, experienced owners?
Thanks so much for any input. Rick Schmidt.
- the best car that I've ever owned by far. A steep depreciation curve makes this a great buy as a used car. A lot of vehicle for the money.
- I've had great luck - the only thing besides oil changes I've done is the rear brakes which were $300 cnd for rotors and pads. Same as any other car. I fixed the broken seat heaters too, but that's kind of a vanity thing. You can find that post a while back.
- this thing seems to turn its check engine light on once in a while. Overly sensitive oxygen sensors trigger this about once a month. I bought a OBDII reader, and I just turn the thing off.
- Fuel mileage is great, about 24 miles per US gallon.
- I would pick the S everytime. Nice and quick, and as long as you don't abuse it, and you get a bit of luck, that supercharger might go 400,000 km.
Last word of advice - don't take it to the dealer. Find a skilled and honest independent mechanic and trust him.
Thanks for the review.
Just got a 2001 Millenia S myself last month. Just like new with only 8000 km on it. Really enjoying it so far.
As for gas mileage, I've been averaging only 19 mpg, mainly city driving in winter conditions (Manitoba) using premium gas (93 octane). Hopefully, the mileage will improve as the weather does.
Just curious why you recommend staying away from dealers. Bad experience or bad reputation?
Thanks in advance.
Unless the dealer is going to pay me to advertise I will not drive around with a dealer logo on my car!!!
The decal stickers are all elbow grease, my new Tribute came with a white lettering decals almost like a paint. All I could do is wax, wax, wax until the darn thing came off, now it is just a Mazda Tribute...
My mechanic here in Waterloo, Ontario was the shop manager at the local Toyota dealer. He got tired of the BS and went on his own. He doesn't use a flat rate system, he charges by how long the job takes, usually cheaper. Just compare the shop rates and the experience of the technician. I've got so many stories...
Thanks for the welcome. I joined this page, because I know very little about Mazdas. I was thinking about buying a 1999 Millenia. I was wondering what the most common repairs are on a Mazda, and how they compare with Nissans?
Since the car is used, and you dont know how good of care was taken by the previous owner, I would stick with the P model. But that is my .02c. Mine has 84k and no problmes other than 2 wheel bearings, minor.
Thanks
Jeff
http://autorepair.about.com/cs/troubleshooting/l/bl_obd_main.htm
Also, Autozone should be able to give you the answer.
But it may just be a glitch in the computer unless you are actually having a problem with the car. Try having Autozone clear the codes and see if they return.
Good luck.
I DO NOT AGREE IN GOING TO AN INDEPENDANT MECHANIC, MY EXPERIENCES WITH A MAZDA DEALERSHIP ARE ALL POSITIVE.HOWEVER THERE'S ALWAYS EXCEPTIONS
AND YOU WON'T KNOW UNLESS YOU TRY IT.
I HAD MY SHARE OF PROBLEMS WITH MINE (2000 S) WITH
78,000KM 2 SUPERCHARGERS IN 6 MONTHS ( BY ALL MEANS IF ANYONE NEEDS A SUPERCHARGER GET A REBUILD FROM PSE SUPERCHARGERS ) THE OEM IS OVERPRICED AND WILL NOT LAST AS LONG AS PSE'S)
THE KEY TO SUCCESS WITH YOUR SUPERCHARGER IS: CLEAN OIL! CHANGE IT EVERY 3,000MILES AND USE FULL
SYNTHETIC OIL.
THAT'S MY 2 CENTS!
Thanks
about the recommended intervals.
Perhaps you don't have the Owners Manual!
I will look it up tonight and let you know!
But i think its 96,000km or 48,000 miles
not sure though!
:confuse:
http://www.alldata.com/
or
http://www.alldata.com/TSB/01_mk.html
For my 2001 MMP.
http://www.alldata.com/TSB/33/01333664.html
The TSB is: 0500101 APR 01 A/T - Whining/Ringing Noise in Interior
Thanks In Advance!
- Allen