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: Front shock absorber disposal
Warning
Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear.
The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips
into the eyes and face when drilling.
1. Clamp a shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2-3 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear window glass removal
1. For the 4SD, remove the following parts:
(1) Remove the headliner.
(2) Remove the rear package trim.
2. For the 5HB, remove the following parts.
(1) Remove the rear wiper arm and blade.
(2) Remove the liftgate lower trim.
3. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body to pr ...