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HVAC System: Specifications Mazda RX-8 I

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Service Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
Compressor TypeATMOS GU10
Compressor Belt Deflection(1)
Compressor Oil Capacity (2)5.07 ozs.
Refrigerant (R-134a) Capacity16.8 ozs.
System Operating Pressures (3)
High Side245-280 psi (17.2-19.7 kg/cm 2 )
Low Side14-22 psi (1.0-1.5 kg/cm 2 )
System Refrigerant Oil Capacity(4)
(1) Serpentine belt tension is maintained automatically by a spring-tensioned idler pulley. No adjustment is necessary. (2) Use ZXL 100PG compressor (3) Specification is with ambient temperature at 80°F (27°C) and engine speed at 1500 RPM. (4) If replacing the compressor, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C compressor, pour the same amount plus 0.5 ounce (15 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C compressor. If replacing the condenser, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C condenser, pour the same amount plus 1.6 ounce (47 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C condenser. If replacing the evaporator, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C unit or evaporator, pour the same amount plus 1.6 ounce (47 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C evaporator.
(1)Serpentine belt tension is maintained automatically by a spring-tensioned idler pulley. No adjustment is necessary.
(2)Use ZXL 100PG compressor
(3)Specification is with ambient temperature at 80°F (27°C) and engine speed at 1500 RPM.
(4)If replacing the compressor, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C compressor, pour the same amount plus 0.5 ounce (15 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C compressor. If replacing the condenser, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C condenser, pour the same amount plus 1.6 ounce (47 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C condenser. If replacing the evaporator, measure the amount of oil drained from the old A/C unit or evaporator, pour the same amount plus 1.6 ounce (47 ml) of clean PZXL 100PG compressor oil into the new A/C evaporator.

A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

Torque Specifications

ApplicationFt. Lbs. (N.m)
A/C Compressor Fitting Bolts11.6-16.6 (15.7-22.6)
A/C Compressor Mounting Bolts11.6-16.6 (15.7-22.6)
Dashboard Mounting Bolts (Bolt "A") (1)13.2-18.8 (18.6-25.5)
Power Steering Oil Pump Mounting Bolt14-18 (18.6-25.5)
Power Steering Pressure Pipe Mounting Bolts22-32 (29.4-44.1)
Power Steering Oil Pump Bracket Mounting Bolt (3.0L)14-18 (18.6-25.5)
Steering Wheel Nut30-36 (39.2-497)
INCH Lbs. (N.m)
Dashboard Mounting Bolts (Bolt "B") (1)19-26 (2.1-2.9)
Drivers Side Air Bag Module Mounting Bolt79-112 (8.9-12.7)
Passenger Side Air Bag Module Mounting Bolt70-104 (7.9-11.7)
Steering Wheel Column Bolts79-112 (8.9-12.7)
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A/C SYSTEM TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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