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:
Blower Motor [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The blower motor sends airflow into the cabin.
Function
The blower motor rotates the blower fan to create airflow and sends out the
airflow in the blower unit and A/C unit.
Construction
The blower motor is installed to the blower unit.
The blower m ...
Personalization Features
The following systems can be customized.
When performing a customized setting, refer to the referenced section for
the detailed setting procedure.
Security And Locks
NOTE:
There are two types of customization procedures; one using the M-MDS and
the other using the ...
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Column cover.
b. Wiper and washer switch.
3. Use a tester to measure and verify that the continuity between the windshield
wiper and washer switch terminals is as indicated in the table.
If the continu ...
