Mazda 3 Service Manual: Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

Mazda 3 Service Manual / HVAC / A/C / Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

MZR 2.0

A/C drive belt

NOTE:

Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the maintenance-free type A/C drive belt.

Replace the drive belt if it is found to be damaged during visual inspection, or if there is a malfunction or noise in the A/C compressor..

Generator drive belt

NOTE:

Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.

If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt..

MZR 2.5

NOTE:

Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner.

1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceed the limit.

If it exceeds the limit, replace the drive belt..

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 ...

Drive Belt Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]

NOTE: Drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary because of the use of the drive belt auto tensioner. 1. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does n ...

Other materials:

Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards. 2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at the point A shown in the figure so that the gas can escape. WARNING: Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas ...

Glass Panel Adjustment
1. Fully close the glass panel. 2. Measure the gap and height between the glass panel and body. If not as specified, loosen the glass panel installation screws and reposition the glass panel. Clearance (4SD) a: -2.4—0.2 mm {-0.09—0.01 in} b: 0 mm {0 in} ...

Driving on Uneven Road
Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when dr ...