2003 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 235

J39L_EA.book Page 38 Saturday, June 8, 2002 5:35 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuses Your vehicle'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. 3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the fuse panel. Fuse puller M 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. 4. Inspect it and replace if it's blown. Normal Blown Fuse panel cover 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 RADIO circuit. CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating. Otherwise you may damage the electric system. 8-38 Form No. 8Q94-EA-02G