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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 414 (BASIC SYSTEM (HVAC))FRONT EVAPORATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Front Evaporator Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Front Evaporator Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Evacuate the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT RECOVERY .) (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING ):
Disconnect the cooler pipe No.3 from the expansion valve. (See FRONT A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the glove compartment. (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disassemble the air duct.

Fig 1: Removing Air Duct
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Slide the air duct toward (A) and push it down toward (B) to remove it.
Remove the PCM. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 2: Removing Front Evaporator Components
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.