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Refrigerant Line Removal/Installation: Notes

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  1. Remove the battery.
  2. Remove the fresh-air duct and air cleaner. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  3. Remove the windshield washer tank. (See WINDSHIELD WASHER TANK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove the PCM. (See PCM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [13B-MSP] .)
  5. Remove the EPS control module. (See EPS CONTROL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  6. Remove the front suspension tower bar. (MT) (See FRONT SUSPENSION TOWER BAR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MT] .)
  7. Remove the bracket.
  8. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING .)
  9. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  10. Do not allow remaining compressor oil in the piping and connecting parts to spill, and remove in the order indicated in the table.
    Fig 1: Identifying Bracket And Nuts
    G05985426Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    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.
    Fig 2: Cooler Pipes And Hose With Torque Specifications
    G05985427Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  12. Perform the refrigerant system performance test. (See REFRIGERANT SYSTEM PERFORMANCE TEST .)
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