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A/C Compressor Removal/Installation: Notes

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Discharge the refrigerant. (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING .)
  3. Remove the splash shield.
  4. Remove the A/C drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT .)
  5. Detach the two wiring harness clamps.
  6. Remove in the order indicated in the table. Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the A/C compressor to spill.
    CAUTION:
    • If moisture or foreign material enters the refrigeration cycle, cooling ability will be lowered and abnormal noise or other malfunction could occur. Always plug open fittings immediately after removing any refrigeration cycle parts.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  8. Fig 1: A/C Compressor Removal/Installation & Tightening Specifications
    G03636706Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  9. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST .)