2. Inspect for bent fins.
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If any are bent, use a flathead screwdriver to straighten them.
3. Verify that the rear heater core inlet and "outlet are not distorted or damaged.
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If they are distorted or damaged, repair then using pliers.
A/C COMPRESSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See
REFRIGERANT CHARGING
.)
3. Remove the drive belt. (See
DRIVE BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZI-3.7]
.)
4. Remove the front cooler hose (Hi). (See
REFRIGERANT LINE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
.)
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test.
(See
REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST
.)
A/C COMPRESSOR INSTALLATION NOTE
1. Rotate new A/C compressor shaft six to eight revolutions while collecting refrigerant oil in a clean
measuring device. Use this refrigerant oil to refill new compressor. Do not allow refrigerant oil to become
CAUTION:
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If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cool
ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction c
occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any
refrigeration cycle parts.
Fig. 24: Identifying A/C Compressor Components & Torque Speci
CAUTION:
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Due to the high moisture-absorption characteristics of the
compressor oil, it may absorb moisture if left over a long period of
time thereby negatively affecting A/C operation. Drain the
compressor oil and refill within 10 min. of each other.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 HVAC Basic System - Mazda CX-9
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