2002 Mazda Millenia Owner's Manual - Page 186

J76Y.book Page 14 Wednesday, March 27, 2002 5:04 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2.5 liter V6 DOHC 1. Remove the coolant filler cap. Coolant filler cap Tighten Loosen Loosen Tighten 8. After the engine has cooled, remove the coolant filler cap and inspect the coolant level. If it's low, repeat steps 5 to 7. Because this procedure requires technical expertise, we recommend that it be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Miller Cycle Engine V6 DOHC 1. Remove the cooling system cap. Engine coolant reservoir Tighten Loosen Tighten Loosen Loosen Tighten 2. Only when the engine is cool, remove the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container. 3. Flush out the system with running water. 4. Drain the system completely. Insert and tighten the plug. 5. Fill the system (to the top of the filler neck) and then the coolant reservoir (to F) with as much ethylene-glycol-based coolant and water as necessary to provide protection from freezing and corrosion. In extremely cold climates, add the amount recommended by the coolant manufacturer. 6. Reinstall the coolant filler cap. 7. Run the engine at idle for about 10 minutes, then turn it off. If the coolant level warning light comes on during this time, turn the engine off. After turning off the engine, inspect the drain plug and the water hoses for leaks. Cooling system cap 2. Only when the engine is cool, remove the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container. 3. Flush out the system with running water. 4. Drain the system completely. Insert and tighten the plug. Add as much ethylene-glycol-based coolant and water as necessary to provide freezing and corrosion protection. 5. In extremely cold climates, add the amount recommended in the coolant manufacturer's instructions. 6. Run the engine at idle with the cooling system cap off. Slowly add additional coolant if necessary. 8-14 Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F