Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Climate Control Unit [Manual Air Conditioner]
Purpose
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The climate control unit performs air conditioning according to the operation by the users and the driving conditions of the vehicle.
Function
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The climate control unit determines optimum air-conditioning based on the input signals from each sensor and the control module and the operation signals from the control panel, and controls each actuator, A/C compressor, and the blower motor..
Construction
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A wire-type climate control unit has been adopted.
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The climate control unit consists of a control panel and a control unit.
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The switches and dials shown in the figure are positioned on the control panel.
Operation
Airflow temperature setting
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When the temperature control dial is turned, the length of the air mix wire is changed, and the air mix door position is switched via the air mix link. As a result, the blower air temperature is changed..
Airflow mode setting
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When the mode dial is turned, the length of the airflow mode wire is changed, and the airflow mode door position is switched via the airflow mode main link and the airflow mode sub link. As a result, the airflow mode is changed..
Fail-safe
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Function not equipped.
Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation [Manual Air Conditioner]
Removal
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.
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Condenser
Purpose
The condenser cools the high-temperature, highly pressurized refrigerant.
Function
The condenser cools the high-temperature, highly pressurized gaseous refrigerant
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Other materials:
Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Inspection
Resistance Inspection
WARNING:
When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until
it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
ECT Sensor No.1
1. Remove the ECT sensor No.1..
2. Place the ECT sensor No.1 in water with a thermometer, and heat the water
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Theft-Deterrent System
If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicle,
which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen, the alarm alerts
the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
The system will not function unle ...
Liftgate Light
Purpose
The liftgate lights are used to signal the following conditions to vehicles/people
at the rear.
Back-up lights: Signals that the vehicle is backing up.
Taillights: Signals the presence of the vehicle during nighttime.
Function
The back-up ...
