Mazda 3 Service Manual: Expansion Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system..
CAUTION:
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If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise will occur. Always immediately plug all open fittings after removing any refrigeration cycle parts to keep moisture or foreign material out of the cycle.
3. Disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe. Do not allow compressor oil to spill..
4. Remove the following parts:
a. Front side trim (RH).
b. Front scuff plate.
c. Dashboard under cover.
d. Glove compartment.
e. Lower panel (passenger-side).
f. Side wall (RH).
g. Shower duct (RH).
5. Remove the adhesive polyurethane (2)..
6. Remove the bolt A.
7. Disconnect the evaporator pipe.
8. Remove the bolt B.
9. Remove the expansion valve. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
11. Perform the refrigerant system performance test..
Evaporator Inspection
1. Inspect the evaporator for damage, cracks, and oil leakage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the evaporator.
2. Visually inspect the fins for bending.
If there is any bend ...
Fan Switch Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift lever knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
f. Consol ...
Other materials:
Spark Plug Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Specification
Spark plug type
PE01-18110, PE02-18110, PE5R-18110, PE5S-18110
Plug Gap Inspection
CAUTION:
To avoid possible damage to the tip, do not adjust the plug gap.
To prevent damaging the tip, use a wire type plug gap gauge when inspecting
the plug gap.
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M Position Switch Inspection [FS5 A EL]
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
c. Remove the console..
d. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
2. Inspect the continuity between the selector lever component terminals A and
H.
If ...
Antenna Feeder No.5 Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (RH).
b. Front side trim (RH).
c. Rear seat cushion.
d. Rear scuff plate (RH).
e. Tire house trim (RH).
3. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.4.
4. Disconnect the antenna feeder No.3.
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