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:
Electric Variable Valve Timing Motor/Driver Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
Do not disassemble the electric variable valve timing motor/driver because
it is a precision unit.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect th ...
Outer Mirror Glass Installation
1. Connect the mirror heater connectors. (Vehicles with heated outer mirrors)
2. Connect the BSM indicator light connector. (Vehicles with BSM system)
3. Press part C on the outer mirror glass and install pin C.
4. Press part A on the outer mirror glass and install pins A.
5. Press part ...
Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [G66 M R]
1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety stands.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Drain the oil from the transaxle..
4. Remove the front splash shield..
5. Separate the drive shaft and joint shaft from the transaxle..
6. Remove the oil seals u ...
