Mazda 3 Service Manual: Expansion Valve Removal/Installation

Mazda 3 Service Manual / HVAC / A/C / Expansion Valve Removal/Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..

2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system..

CAUTION:

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 ...

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Identification Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label (U.S.A. ...

Limitations to SRS Air Bag
In severe collisions such as those described previously in "SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria", the applicable SRS air bag equipment will deploy. However, in some accidents, the equipment may not deploy depending on the type of collision and its severity. Limitations to front/near ...

Operational Range
WARNING Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible person with them: Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather, temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death. ...