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Receiver/Drier Removal/Installation

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT RECOVERY .) (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING .)
  3. 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.
  4. Remove the receiver/drier. Do not allow compressor oil to spill.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  6. Fig 1: Receiver/Drier Removal/Installation & Tightening Specifications
    G03636709Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  7. Perform the refrigerant system performance test.

    (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST .)