1. Connect an R-134a recovery/recycling/recharging device to the vehicle and follow the device
manufacturer's instructions.
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE CHECK
1. Connect the manifold gauge. (See
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM GENERAL PROCEDURES
.)
2. Start the engine and after it is warmed up, run it at a constant
1,500 rpm.
3. Set the fan speed MAX HI.
4. Turn the A/C switch on.
5. Set to RECIRCULATE mode.
6. Set the temperature control to MAX COLD.
7. Set to VENT mode.
8. Close all the doors and all the windows.
9. Measure the ambient temperature and high-and low-pressure side reading of the manifold gauge.
10. Verify that the intersection of the pressure reading of the manifold gauge and ambient temperature is in
the shaded zone.
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If there is any malfunction, inspect the refrigerant system according to the troubleshooting chart.
Fig. 12: Ambient Temperature And High-And Low-Pressure Side Graph
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST
1. Inspect the refrigerant pressure. (See
REFRIGERANT PRESSURE CHECK
.)
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 HVAC Refrigerant System - Mazda CX-9
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