Mazda 6 Service Manual: Condenser removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See RECOVERY.) (See CHARGING.)
3. Remove the shroud panel. (See SHROUD PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
Caution
- 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.
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST.)
Condenser Installation Note
1. When installing a new condenser, add a supplemental amount of ATMOS GU10 compressor oil inlet the refrigerant cycle.
Supplemental amount (approximate quantity) 20 ml {20 cc, 0.7 fl oz}
A/c compressor removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See RECOVERY.) (See CHARGING.)
3. Remove the right side splash shield and mudguard (L.H.D. only).
4. Loosen ...
Condenser inspection
1. Inspect for cracks, damage, and oil leakage.
If any are found, replace the condenser.
2. Inspect for fins clogged by dust.
If any are clogged, remove the dust from the fins.
3. Inspec ...
Other materials:
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should
be used only for VERY short periods. Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used
for long drives or extended periods.
WARNING
Do n ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway
in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn s ...