Mazda 3 Service Manual: Condenser Inspection
1. Inspect the condenser for cracks, damage, and oil leakage.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the condenser.
2. Visually inspect the fins for clogging of foreign material.
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If any fins are clogged, remove the foreign material.
3. Visually inspect for bent fins.
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If any fins are bent, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten fins.
Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation [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 ...
Condenser Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant..
3. Drain the engine coolant..
4. Remove the air cleaner..
5. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
6. Remove the ...
Other materials:
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Airflow Inspection
1. Disconnect the section (A) of the ventilation hose shown in the figure.
2. Start the engine and verify that vacuum is applied to the end of the disconnected
ventilation hose while the engine is idling.
NOTE:
Because it is difficult to directly inspect the PC ...
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico)
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the
following conditions
(severe driving conditions)apply.
Repeated short-distance driving
Driving in dusty conditions
Driving with extended use of brakes
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used
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Seat Weight Sensor Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If any of the following work is performed, perform the seat weight sensor
inspection using the M-MDS.
Removal of the passenger-side seat
Loosening and retightening of passenger’s seat fixing bolts
Or, the vehicle is involved in a collision
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