20 Most Recent 2004 Mazda MPV - Page 2 Questions & Answers

My 2004 MPV was just diagnosed with a corroded aluminum line to the rear cabin air-con unit. It cost me $50 to get the unit leak-checked. Also got a $700 estimate to replace the line.

They probably forgot to connect something. Look around where they were monkeying around and check for dangling connectors. If not, it could be a 'code' for the airbag, get it back to that dealer.

I think the 04 should be very similar to the 03. Here is my fix for the 03

I just fixed this same problem. It happened to me 3 different times in a month so I got good at it. Before you dive into removing your door try this. Pull the door handle and release it letting it snap back several times. The problem is a half open door latch that won't let the door unlock. Do this as aggressively as you can to attempt to get the latch to return to its original position. Check the door lock between flicks.

Ok, if that didn't work, here is how to remove the door.
1. Remove the screw behind the door latch, you will have to pop the plastic cover off first.
2. Remove the rubber insert in the door handle
3. Remove the screw that is now visible
4. Now remove the window/lock control module, the back is free but the front has a plastic lip so lift the back up and pull towards the back of the van.
5. Remove the clips that attach to the lock and to the window controls (these can be a pain)
5. (Optional) Remove the bracket that held the window/lock control module

At this point your door is basically free, it is only held in place with plastic clips that can be easily forced off. If your door were open you would simple pull the bottom of the door out (hinged at the window) and lift it off. But since we can't pull because the door is closed we have to force it out.

From here it is pretty simple. Move the seat all the way back and tip the seat way back. Lift the door panel straight up. You will be breaking 2 plastic clips from the rear part but once you do it just pulls out. This is not that easy because the space is limited but just keep pulling and force the rear end of the door panel past the b-pillar. Once you do this it is free.

Have fun and try to keep the black gook from getting everywhere.

Oh, to fix the door lock just oil/grease it and manually move the mechanism several times.

Code 6 doesnt mean anything, it will be a "P" then 4 digits, like P0306.

Google your question, That's what I'd do.

sounds like key is bad maybe worn out,have you used different key recently

many things can drain the battery: a weak battery connection, a faulty component, or a small short. check to see if the braking lights stay on after you have exited the car. I know how that sounds, but it could happen that the braking pedal switch is loose. just an idea. best luck to you.

If this is an automatic, like I think it is, you don't need parking brake.
But if you still want to fix, the parking brake uses the rear brakes through a cable. The cable might be rusted or broken. This is the most common rpoblem.

Is it a LATCH type seat? The best location is the middle row. There is an anchor in the rear bottom where you can clip the tether. The rest of the seat is secured by threading the warbler through the rear of the child seat.

It appears that this key has a chip in it. Check with a dealer or certified locksmith. You can also buy a key blank online and then have someone cut it for you. Some locksmiths will do that and some won't.

Dirt or leaves in the evaporator & drain area of the a/c system ducting Have to find & clear the drain,either from under the vehicle or taking it apart under the dash, I would guess Try You Tube Video for something to learn from