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2002 Mazda Millenia

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2002 Millenia.

Body PASSENGER CAR

The 2002 Mazda Millenia is a passenger car that, according to owner data, accumulated 22 total complaints with the most frequent issues arising in the engine and engine‑cooling area and had no recalls for the model year. Within the Millenia’s complaint history spanning 1991‑2003, the 2002 year sits far below the peak of 99 complaints recorded in 1995 and only slightly above the low of a single complaint in 1991. This positions the 2002 model as one of the quieter years in the nameplate’s reliability record, suggesting a comparatively trouble‑free ownership experience.

Model year20022001200019991998199719961995

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque65-94 ft-lbsOEM · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

Tail / brake / turnFUSEOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Spark plugKJ1718110 alt KJ1818110
Battery000080124FWB
Front wiper bladesTC4467330 alt WG8467330
Serpentine beltKFC815907 alt KJ0218381B9U
ThermostatKL0115171A9U
Cabin air filterTA0561J6X

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length191.7 in
Overall width69.7 in
Overall height55.1 in
Wheelbase108.3 in
Curb weight3488 lb
Track (front / rear)59.8 / 59.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)63/37

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Millenia of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

7.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 7.70 sec — 2002 S Sedan
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2002S Sedan 2.3L Supercharger V67.70 sec15.90 sec210 hpFWD
2001S Sedan 2.3L Supercharger V68.40 sec16.30 sec210 hpFWD
2000Millennium Edition Sedan 2.3L Supercharger V68.50 sec16.60 sec210 hpFWD
1995S Sedan 2.3L Supercharger V67.60 sec15.80 sec210 hpFWD
1995S Sedan 2.3L Supercharger V68.00 sec16.00 sec210 hpFWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 65-94 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6.

Lubricants & capacities

Engine CoolantETHYLENE GLYCOL
Power Steering FluidDEXRON VI OR MERCON V

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts65-94 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Spark Plug ManufacturerDenso
Spark Plug Gap0.039-0.043 in
Spark Plug Torque11-17 ft-lbs
Spark Plug Gap0.052-0.055 in
Spark Plug Torque11.0 ft-lbs
Ignition Timing10, Not adjustable degrees
Ignition Timing Acceptable Variance2 degrees

Battery & A/C

RefrigerantR134a
Refrigerant Capacity1.76 lbs
Oil GroupPAG
Oil Type46
Oil CapacityModels w/2.3L engine, 5.92; models w/2.5L engine, 5.07. oz

Service checks

Pressure Test23 psi
Radiator Cap Pressure Relief14-18 psi
Thermostat Opening Temperature176-183 °F
Injector Primary Resistance12-16 ohms
Engine Compression132-189 psi

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket12-17 ft-lbs / 88 ft-lbs
Torque to Knuckle44 ft-lbs / 65-87 ft-lbs
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.102 in / 0.374 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.102 in / 0.374 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.055 in / 0.326 in
Rotor Discard at or Under1.024 in / 0.295 in

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 7,500 mi; coolant every 30,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 30,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 7,500 miBody Latches, Locks & Hinges (inspect) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Weatherstrip Seal (inspect)
Every 12,000 miCabin Air Filter (replace)
Every 30,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Axle Shaft Oil Seal (inspect) · Brake System (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Engine Air Filter Element (replace) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
At 45,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill)
Every 60,000 miEngine Valves (inspect valve lash)
At 105,000 miTiming Belt (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

In 2002 the model recorded 22 federal complaints and 103 TSBs, with no recalls. That complaint level is lower than the 30 complaints logged in 2001 but higher than the single complaint recorded in 2003, marking a peak in the complaint arc that begins to decline after this year. The 2002 TSB count of 103 is also markedly above the 14 TSBs reported in 2003, indicating a comparatively higher service‑bulletin activity. The complaint distribution shows Engine & Engine Cooling, Air Bags, Suspension and Structure as the top areas, each tied to multiple reports. Because the subsequent 2003 model year drops to just one complaint and 14 TSBs, the 2002 model carries a relatively heavier complaint burden and therefore is not the optimal year to purchase.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
103
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
22
Owner complaints
2 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 22 complaints on record, top 8 components.

Engine & Engine Cooling4
Air Bags4
Suspension3
Structure2
Unknown Or Other1
Engine1
Engine & Engine Cooling,Latches/Locks/Linkages1
Wheels1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 103 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
SA-029-262026-04-21Power TrainThis Service Alert supersedes the previously issued SA listed below: The changes are…
07-004-25a2025-12-10Unknown Or OtherA musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system…
07-004-252025-04-25Unknown Or OtherA musty/mildew type odor may come from the vents when the air conditioning (A/C) system…
09-038-242024-08-08Electrical SystemIn accordance with Federal regulations, follow the procedure listed below when replacing…
SA-011-24b2024-07-29Unknown Or OtherMazda has developed factory recommended scheduled maintenance services that support all…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

Does the 2002 Millenia have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.