Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Cooling System Cap
Purpose, Function
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The cooling system cap maintains appropriate pressure in the engine coolant passage. In addition, cooling efficiency has been improved by increasing the engine coolant boiling point.
Construction
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The cooling system cap is installed to the upper part of the radiator.
Operation
When engine coolant temperature is high
1. When the engine coolant temperature is high, the pressure in the engine coolant passage increases and the pressure valve is pressed and opened.
2. Engine coolant flows into the coolant reserve tank when the pressure valve is open.
When engine coolant temperature is low
1. When the engine coolant temperature is low, the pressure in the engine coolant passage decreases and the vacuum valve is opened.
2. Engine coolant in the coolant reserve tank flows into the engine coolant passage when the vacuum valve is open.
Cooling System Cap Inspection
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 ...
Cooling System Service Warnings
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 ...
Other materials:
Center Accessory Socket Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper console..
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap between the cap tab
and socket.
4. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, press the center accessory socket ...
Glass/Windows/Mirrors
Outline
The following glass has been adopted.
Windshield
Front door glass
Rear door glass
Rear door quarter glass
Quarter window glass
Rear window glass
Outer mirror glass
The following mirrors h ...
Hood Latch Switch
Purpose
Detects the open/closed condition of the hood.
Function
The hood latch switch is utilized in the theft-deterrent system control.
For the theft-deterrent system, refer to (see THEFT-DETERRENT SYSTEM.).
Construction
Built into the hood latch ...