Alternator/generator/regulator Problems of Mazda MPV

The contact owns a 2000 Mazda Mpv. The contact stated that his rear heater was corroded and leaking coolant. The leak was noticed once the vehicle was parked. The contact ordered TSB number 07-002/05, which indicated the coolant seepage from the rear heater pipe. The failure mileage was 124,000. Updated 09/10/08. The consumer stated the vehicle also had a coolant leak. The key would not come out of the ignition. The problem was due to the alternator draining the battery. Updated 09/12/08.

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Burring smell came from engine since last maintaince performed to resolve recall. Abs light came on, the vehicle suddenly stopped and had to be jumped to start - this happened three more times and was taken in. The alternator has been determined to be at fault, but it is only days out of warrenty and Mazda refuses to cover.

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While driving 40 mph vehicle suddenly shut off. Vehicle was towed, and the alternator was found to be defective.

Alternator froze, causing the belt to slip which almost resulted in a fire. Consumer pulled the car over. Later, had the vehicle towed to dealership. The burned belt could have ignited if consumer continued to drive vehicle.