Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Expansion Valve Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system..
CAUTION:
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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. Remove the nut.
4. Remove the clip.
5. Disconnect the refrigerant pressure sensor connector.
6. Disconnect the engine ground.
7. Remove the bolt and disconnect the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
8. Set the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe aside as shown in the figure while being careful not to let remaining oil in the pipes to spill.
CAUTION:
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When setting the cooler hose (LO) and cooler pipe aside, only bend the flexible part of the hose. If force is applied to areas other than the flexible hose, the pipe will bend and could be damaged.
9. Remove the bolt.
10. Remove the expansion valve. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
12. Perform the refrigerant system performance test..
Expansion Valve
Purpose
The expansion valve atomizes liquid refrigerant to facilitate cooling of
the evaporator.
Function
The expansion valve reduces the pressure of liquid refrigerant rapidly ...
Fan Switch Inspection [Manual Air Conditioner]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Shift lever knob (MTX).
b. Glove compartment.
c. Front console box.
d. Shift panel.
e. Upper panel.
f. Rear c ...
Other materials:
Pre Tensioner Seat Belt [Standard Deployment Control System]
Purpose
The pre-tensioner seat belt retracts and tightens the seat belt webbing to
protect the front passengers during a collision.
Function
The pre-tensioner seat belts operate (deploy) based on the operation signal
from the SAS control module to instantly retract and tigh ...
Spark Plug Inspection [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Specification
Spark plug type
PE01-18110, PE02-18110
Plug Gap Inspection
CAUTION:
To avoid possible damage to the tip, do not adjust the plug gap.
To prevent damaging the tip, use a wire type plug gap gauge when inspecting
the plug gap.
1. Measure the spark p ...
Engine Mount
Purpose, Function
The engine mount secures the engine and transaxle to the vehicle body, reducing
vibration and noise.
Construction
The three points at the engine front (No.3 engine mount), one side of the
transaxle (No.1 engine mount), and the rear upper part of the transa ...
