1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See RECOVERY.) (See CHARGING.)
Caution
3. Disconnect the cooler hose (Lo) (L.H.D) or cooler pipe No.4 (R.H.D.) and cooler pipe No.3. (See REFRIGERANT LINES REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the dashboard. (See DASHBOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Remove the duct (1).
6. Remove the air mix actuator. (Full-auto air conditioner)
7. Remove the screws and cover.
8. Remove the one plate (L.H.D.) or two plates (R.H.D.).
9. Remove the bolts and shift the outlet pipe. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
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. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST.)
A/c unit disassembly/assembly
Evaporator inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Rear seat disassembly/assembly
4SD
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
5HB
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine
will not start, thereby helping to prevent vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult ...