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Basic System (HVAC): Diagnosis Mazda 3 BL рестайлинг

Automatic HVAC System 24 illustrations ~2865 words

AIR FILTER INSPECTION

  1. Verify that there is no damage, excessive dirt, or abnormal odor on the air filter. If there is any malfunction, replace the air filter.

Note. The air filter cannot be reused by cleaning it with water or compressed air.

Scheme 70

Scheme 70: A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Scheme 70: A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

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  1. Set the air mix mode to MAX COLD.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520427-S28538867222013010300000).)
  3. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  4. Drain the engine coolant. (See «ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520407-S15726163132013010300000).) (See «ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520381-S28229079622013010300000).) (See «ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520423-S34603428342013010300000).)
  5. Remove the plug hole plate.
  6. Remove the charge air cooler cover. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo) (See «INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520406-S34114749492013010300000).)
  7. Remove the insulator. (MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo) (Scheme 70): Identifying Insulator And Nut
  8. Remove the bolt. (SKYACTIV-G 2.0, MZR 2.5, MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo) (Scheme 71): Identifying Refrigerant Line Bracket Bolt (SKYACTIV-G 2.0, MZR 2.5, MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo) With Torque Specifications
  9. Remove the nut. (MZR 2.0) (Scheme 72): Identifying Refrigerant Line Bracket Bolt (MZR 2.0) With Torque Specifications
  10. Disconnect the following parts from the A/C unit. (Scheme 73): A/C Unit Components With Torque Specifications CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts. Cooler hose (LO) (See «REFRIGERANT LINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S00817590292013010300000).) Cooler pipe (See «REFRIGERANT LINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S00817590292013010300000).) Heater hose (See «HEATER HOSE REMOVAL NOTE»(ref-520443-S01738435492013010300000).) (See «HEATER HOSE INSTALLATION NOTE»(ref-520443-S28238807402013010300000).)
  11. Remove the following parts: Front doors (See «FRONT DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520502-S29761468942013010300000).) Front scuff plate (See «FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S34787470772013010300000).) Front side trim (See «FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S10636860092013010300000).) Dashboard under cover (See «DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S21271611252013010300000).) Glove compartment (See «GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S00904275812013010300000).) Upper panel (See «UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17814587652013010300000).) Shift lever knob (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]»(ref-520487-S22617144462013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever knob (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Shift panel (See «SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17124509942013010300000).) Side wall (See «SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S11769586082013010300000).) Console (See «CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S28438507612013010300000).) Shift lever component (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]»(ref-520487-S22617144462013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever component (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Hood release lever from the lower panel (See «HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520433-S28071592822013010300000).) Lower panel (See «LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S41081192382013010300000).) Knee bolster (See «KNEE BOLSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27123388922013010300000).) Driver-side air bag module (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S38458334842013010300000).) (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S30398979032013010300000).) Steering wheel (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Column cover (See «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S20642177192013010300000).) Combination switch (See «COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520371-S40136905382013010300000).) Joint cover (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Steering shaft (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Center panel (See «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S30556586742013010300000).) Audio unit (See «AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520392-S39809031982013010300000).) Climate control unit (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520438-S23945830732013010300000).) (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520428-S03093920172013010300000).) Instrument cluster (See «INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S33083702672013010300000).) Center cover (See «CENTER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S03838017672013010300000).) Dashboard upper panel (See «DASHBOARD UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S05052835622013010300000).) Hole cover (See «HOLE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27042200702013010300000).) Information display (See «INFORMATION DISPLAY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S03721336672013010300000).) A-pillar trim (See «A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S23919795892013010300000).) Windshield wiper arm and blade (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S22760724222013010300000).) Front fender molding (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Cowl grille (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Windshield wiper motor (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S41944567142013010300000).)
  12. Remove the A/C unit installation nut from the engine compartment, then remove the A/C unit. (Scheme 74): Identifying A/C Unit Installation Nut CAUTION: If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
  13. Remove the shower ducts. (Scheme 75): Identifying Shower Ducts And Bolts
  14. Remove the rear heat duct (1). (See «REAR HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S38287141522013010300000).)
  15. Remove the heater case. (Scheme 76): Identifying Heater Case, Tabs And Screws Remove the screws. Pull up tab A in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure and remove it from the A/C unit. Pull up tabs B in the direction shown by the arrow in the figure and remove it from the A/C unit.
  16. Disconnect the drain hose connected to the A/C unit. (See «DRAIN HOSE INSTALLATION NOTE»(ref-520443-S35876366462013010300000).)
  17. Remove the nuts and bolts for installing the dashboard to the body.
  18. Remove the dashboard with A/C unit. (See «DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S25921094582013010300000).)
  19. Disconnect the following connectors: Blower motor connector Power MOS FET connector (Full-auto air conditioner) Resistor connector (Manual air conditioner) Evaporator temperature sensor connector Air intake actuator connector Air mix actuator connector (Full-auto air conditioner) Airflow mode actuator connector (Full-auto air conditioner) (Scheme 77): Identifying Blower Motor Connector, Power MOS FET Connector, Resistor Connector (Manual Air Conditioner) And Evaporator Temperature Sensor Connector
  20. Remove the nuts for installing the A/C unit to the dashboard. (Scheme 78): Identifying A/C Unit To Dashboard Nuts With Torque Specifications
  21. Install in the reverse order of removal. (See «A/C UNIT INSTALLATION NOTE»(ref-520443-S05380609052013010300000).)
  22. Inspect for engine coolant leakage. (See «ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520407-S25513143092013010300000).) (See «ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520381-S36090675942013010300000).) (See «ENGINE COOLANT LEAKAGE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520423-S16734547232013010300000).)
  23. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

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 bending, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten the fins.

HEATER CORE INSPECTION

  1. Inspect the heater core for damage, cracks, and water leakage. If there is any malfunction, replace the heater core.
  2. Visually inspect the fins for bending. If there is any bending, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten the fins.
  3. Visually inspect the heater hose for deformation. Repair with pliers if there is deformation. If there is any malfunction, replace the heater core.

Scheme 79

Scheme 79: AIRFLOW MODE MAIN LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Scheme 79: AIRFLOW MODE MAIN LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
  1. Set the air intake mode to FRESH.
  2. Set the air mix mode to MAX COLD.
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520427-S28538867222013010300000).)
  4. Remove the following parts: Front doors (See «FRONT DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520502-S29761468942013010300000).) Front scuff plate (See «FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S34787470772013010300000).) Front side trim (See «FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S10636860092013010300000).) Dashboard under cover (See «DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S21271611252013010300000).) Glove compartment (See «GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S00904275812013010300000).) Upper panel (See «UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17814587652013010300000).) Shift lever knob (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]»(ref-520487-S22617144462013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever knob (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Shift panel (See «SHIFT PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S17124509942013010300000).) Side wall (See «SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S11769586082013010300000).) Console (See «CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S28438507612013010300000).) Shift lever component (MTX) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G35M-R]»(ref-520487-S22617144462013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [G66M-R]»(ref-520488-S03861652532013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [A26M-R]»(ref-520490-S28221261652013010300000).) (See «MANUAL TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [C66M-R]»(ref-520489-S37301789532013010300000).) Selector lever component (ATX) (See «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520491-S31259650412013010300000).) Hood release lever from the lower panel (See «HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520433-S28071592822013010300000).) Lower panel (See «LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S41081192382013010300000).) Knee bolster (See «KNEE BOLSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27123388922013010300000).) Driver-side air bag module (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S38458334842013010300000).) (See «DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]»(ref-520390-S30398979032013010300000).) Steering wheel (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Column cover (See «COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S20642177192013010300000).) Combination switch (See «COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520371-S40136905382013010300000).) Joint cover (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Steering shaft (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITHOUT ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S38694288302013010300000).) (See «STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [WITH ADVANCED KEYLESS ENTRY AND PUSH BUTTON START SYSTEM]»(ref-520445-S21804587892013010300000).) Center panel (See «CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S30556586742013010300000).) Audio unit (See «AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520392-S39809031982013010300000).) Climate control unit (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [FULL-AUTO AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520438-S23945830732013010300000).) (See «CLIMATE CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER]»(ref-520428-S03093920172013010300000).) Instrument cluster (See «INSTRUMENT CLUSTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S33083702672013010300000).) Center cover (See «CENTER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S03838017672013010300000).) Dashboard upper panel (See «DASHBOARD UPPER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S05052835622013010300000).) Hole cover (See «HOLE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S27042200702013010300000).) Information display (See «INFORMATION DISPLAY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520387-S03721336672013010300000).) A-pillar trim (See «A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S23919795892013010300000).) Windshield wiper arm and blade (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S22760724222013010300000).) Front fender molding (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Cowl grille (See «COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S03226136712013010300000).) Windshield wiper motor (See «WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520457-S41944567142013010300000).) Rear heat duct (1) (See «REAR HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S38287141522013010300000).) Shower ducts (See «A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S01420897172013010300000) ) Heater case (See «A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520443-S01420897172013010300000) )
  5. Remove the nuts and bolts for installing the dashboard to the body.
  6. Remove the nuts and bolts for installing the A/C unit to the dashboard.
  7. Remove the accelerator pedal. (See «ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520380-S21553458192013010300000).) (See «ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520406-S15113497872013010300000).) (See «ACCELERATOR PEDAL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520422-S16308587892013010300000).)
  8. Disconnect the following connectors: Blower motor connector Power MOS FET connector (Full-auto air conditioner) Resistor connector (Manual air conditioner) Evaporator temperature sensor connector Air intake actuator connector Air mix actuator connector (Full-auto air conditioner) Airflow mode actuator connector (Full-auto air conditioner)
  9. Remove the dashboard. (See «DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520454-S25921094582013010300000).)
  10. Remove the airflow mode actuator (Full-auto air conditioner).
  11. Remove the airflow mode rod (Manual air conditioner).
  12. Remove the screw. (Scheme 79): Identifying Airflow Mode Main Link And Screw
  13. Remove the airflow mode main link.
  14. Install in the reverse order of removal.

CONDENSER INSPECTION

  1. Inspect the condenser for cracks, damage, and oil leakage. If there is any malfunction, replace the condenser.
  2. Visually inspect the fins for clogging of foreign material. If any fins are clogged, remove the foreign material.
  3. Visually inspect for bent fins. If any fins are bent, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten fins.

Scheme 80

Scheme 80: MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (4SD), SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (5HB, Vehicles With Receiver/drier On Vehicle
Scheme 80: MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (4SD), SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (5HB, Vehicles With Receiver/drier On Vehicle
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520427-S28538867222013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See «AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S37186396192013010300000).)
  4. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.1. (See «AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S27288731052013010300000).)
  5. Remove the front bumper. (See «FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520458-S33419321672013010300000).)
  6. Disconnect the block joint type pipes by grasping female side of the block with hand holding firmly then loosen the connection bolt A. (Scheme 80): Identifying Block Joint Type Pipes And Connection Bolt A With Torque Specifications
  7. Remove the bolt B.
  8. Remove the bracket.
  9. Remove the receiver/drier. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. 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.
  10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  11. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 81

Scheme 81: MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (5HB, Vehicles With Receiver/drier On Vehicle Left)
Scheme 81: MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 (5HB, Vehicles With Receiver/drier On Vehicle Left)

Scheme 82

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Scheme 83

Scheme 83
Scheme 83
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).) (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520427-S28538867222013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2. (See «AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S37186396192013010300000).)
  4. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.1. (See «AERODYNAMIC UNDER COVER NO.1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S27288731052013010300000).)
  5. Remove the front bumper. (See «FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520458-S33419321672013010300000).)
  6. Disconnect the block joint type pipes by grasping female side of the block with hand holding firmly then loosen the connection bolt A. (Scheme 81): Block Joint Type Pipes With Torque Specifications
  7. Remove the bolt B. (Scheme 82): Identifying Bracket Bolt B With Torque Specifications
  8. Remove the bracket.
  9. Remove the receiver/drier. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. (Scheme 83): Identifying Receiver/Drier 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.
  10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  11. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 84

Scheme 84: SKYACTIV-G 2.0
Scheme 84: SKYACTIV-G 2.0
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520427-S28538867222013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Set the coolant reserve tank out of the way. (See «COOLANT RESERVE TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0]»(ref-520423-S08802234522013010300000).)
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. 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. (Scheme 84): Identifying Refrigerant Line Removal Sequence With Torque Specifications
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 85

Scheme 85: MZR 2.0
Scheme 85: MZR 2.0

Scheme 86

Scheme 86
Scheme 86
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Remove the clip. (Scheme 85): Identifying Harness And Cooler Hose Clip With Torque Specifications
  4. Remove the bolt.
  5. Disconnect the cooler hose (HI) and cooler hose (LO).
  6. Remove the P/S fluid reserve tank.
  7. Set the coolant reserve tank out of the way. (See «COOLANT RESERVE TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520381-S19620383462013010300000).)
  8. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
  9. Remove the splash shield. (See «SPLASH SHIELD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(ref-520448-S04813808932013010300000).)
  10. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. 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. (Scheme 86): Identifying Refrigerant Line Removal Sequence With Torque Specifications
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  12. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 87

Scheme 87: MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo
Scheme 87: MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo

Scheme 88

Scheme 88
Scheme 88
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520412-S07601908282013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Remove the charge air cooler cover. (See «INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520406-S34114749492013010300000).)
  4. Remove the insulator. (Scheme 87): Identifying Insulator And Nut
  5. Set the coolant reserve tank out of the way. (See «COOLANT RESERVE TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO]»(ref-520407-S18644481462013010300000).)
  6. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
  7. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. 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. (Scheme 88): Identifying Refrigerant Line Removal Sequence With Torque Specifications
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  9. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 89

Scheme 89: MZR 2.5
Scheme 89: MZR 2.5
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See «BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520388-S24063200782013010300000).)
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See «REFRIGERANT CHARGING»(ref-520437-S36735399982013010300000).)
  3. Set the coolant reserve tank out of the way. (See «COOLANT RESERVE TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5]»(ref-520381-S19620383462013010300000).)
  4. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. 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. (Scheme 89): Identifying Refrigerant Line Removal Sequence With Torque Specifications
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See «REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST»(ref-520437-S04122794112013010300000).)

Scheme 90

Scheme 90: Block joint type
Scheme 90: Block joint type
  1. Disconnect the block joint type pipes by grasping female side of the block with pliers or similar tool and holding firmly, then remove the connection bolt or nut. (Scheme 90): Disconnecting Block Joint Type Pipes By Grasping Female Side Of Block With Pliers

Scheme 91

Scheme 91: Spring-lock coupling type
Scheme 91: Spring-lock coupling type

Scheme 92

Scheme 92
Scheme 92

Scheme 93

Scheme 93
Scheme 93
  1. Set the SST. (Scheme 91): Setting SST On Spring-Lock Coupling Type
  2. While looking through the inspection hole of the SST, insert the protruding part of the SST until it makes contact with the cage section. (Scheme 92): Inserting Protruding Part Of SST
  3. Use the SST to disconnect the male pipe or hose from the female by pulling the male pipe or hose. NOTE: The male pipe or hose can be disconnected easily from the female pipe by pulling from the male pipe or hose while maintaining the pressure of the protruding part of the SST. (Scheme 93): Disconnecting Male Pipe Or Hose From Female By Pulling Male Pipe Or Hose

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