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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Side Turn Light Inspection
Side turn light illumination inspection 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the outer mirror glass.. 3. Remove the outer mirror garnish.. 4. Remove the side turn light.. 5. Connect the battery voltage as shown in the figure. If the side turn light does illuminat ...

Rear Upper Arm Removal/Installation
1. When working on the right side of the vehicle, disconnect the canister vent (CV) solenoid valve from the rear crossmember. (MZR 2.0 (Except Mexico), SKYACTIV-G 2.0, MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, MZR 2.5 (Except Mexico)) 2. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 3. Install in the reverse or ...

Purge Solenoid Valve Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
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