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:
Trunk End Trim Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Remove the trunk mat..
2. Remove the trunk board..
3. Remove the fasteners.
4. Pull the trunk end trim indicated in the arrow shown in the figure, then detach
clips A, pins B, pin C, D and tabs E.
5. Remove the trunk end trim.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5HB ...
Front Door Checker Removal/Installation
1. Fully close the front door glass.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the inner garnish..
4. Remove the front door trim..
5. Remove the front door speaker..
6. Remove the bolt A.
7. Remove the bolts B.
8. Pull out the front door checker from the front speake ...
Recliner Motor Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait 1 min or more..
3. Disconnect the recliner motor connector.
4. Apply battery positive voltage to the recliner motor terminals and inspect
the recliner motor operation.
If not as specified, replace the ...
