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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 143 (HVAC SYSTEM)BASIC SYSTEMREFRIGERANT LINES REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard

Refrigerant Lines Removal/Installation: Notes

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the battery.
Discharge the refrigerant from the system. See REFRIGERANT CHARGING .
Remove the reservoir. (AJ-VE)
Remove the washer tank. (AJ-VE). See WASHER TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [4SD] or WASHER TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [5HB, WGN] .
Remove the charcoal canister.
Remove the under cover.
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.
Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Perform the refrigerant system performance test. See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST .

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Refrigerant Lines
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.