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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Oil Seal Replacement [FS5 A EL]
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No. 2.. 2. Remove the oil seal. a. Drain the ATF.. b. Remove the drive shaft and/or joint shaft.. CAUTION: The oil seal is easily damaged by the sharp edges of the drive shaft splines. Do not let the splines contact the oil seal. c. Remo ...

Indirect Illumination Removal/Installation
Power Window Switch (With power window switch indirect illumination) 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the assist handle cover.. 3. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 1 Connector 2 Power window switch indirect ...

Cleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container. CAUTION Do not scrape or scratch the inside of the window glass. It could damage the thermal fi laments and the antenna lines. When wash ...