Mazda 3 Service Manual: Radiator Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
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Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage the engine and cooling system.
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Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise 2.5 turns. Step back while the pressure escapes.
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When you are sure all the pressure is gone, turn the cap using the cloth, and remove it.
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the plug hole plate..
4. Remove the air cleaner component and fresh air duct (No.1, No.2)..
5. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
6. Drain the engine coolant..
7. Remove the cooling fan component..
8. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
10. Refill the engine coolant..
11. Inspect for engine coolant leakage..
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1 |
Coolant reserve tank hose |
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2 |
Lower radiator hose |
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3 |
Upper radiator hose |
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4 |
Radiator mount (See Radiator Mount Removal Note.) (See Radiator Mount Installation Note.) |
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5 |
Radiator (See Radiator Removal Note.) |
Radiator Mount Removal Note
1. While pressing the radiator mount tab in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, lift the radiator mount.
2. Remove the radiator mount.
Radiator Removal Note
1. Lift the radiator and remove it from the radiator installation holes on the shroud panel.
2. Move the radiator and condenser to the engine side.
3. Release the left and right tabs on the lower side of the radiator by pressing them in the direction shown in the figure.
4. Lift the condenser to remove it from the left and right insertion areas on the upper side of the radiator.
5. Set the condenser apart from the radiator.
6. Remove the radiator from below the engine compartment.
Radiator Mount Installation Note
1. Install the radiator mount so that the arrow on it is pointed toward the front of the vehicle.
Radiator Drain Plug Replacement [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Shroud Panel Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Because the shroud panel is installed to the bumper reinforcement, support
the shroud panel using a jack before removing the bumper reinforcement so as
not to apply excessive fo ...
Other materials:
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes
for the oil to return to the oil pan.
Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
Pull it out again and examine the level ...
SUBARU Parking Assist
The SUBARU Parking Assist system in the Subaru Solterra is engineered
to accurately estimate the distance between the vehicle and nearby obstacles, such
as walls or other objects, by utilizing advanced ultrasonic sensors. The system
then communicates this information to the driver through visu ...
Outside Mirrors
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder
before changing lanes:
Changing lanes without taking
into account the actual distance of
the vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it app ...
