Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the A/C pressure cut-off switch. Refer to PRESSURE CUTOFF SWITCH .
Remove the evaporator core orifice. Refer to EVAPORATOR CORE ORIFICE .

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Condenser-To-Evaporator Line
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.
Disconnect the condenser to evaporator line from the A/C evaporator core. Refer to SPRING LOCK COUPLING .

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Evaporator Line Support Nut
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the evaporator line support nut and remove the line from the A/C evaporator core.
Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to FRONT BUMPER COVER .

Fig 3: Disconnecting/Connecting The Condenser To Evaporator Line
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
CAUTION:
- Plug all ports to prevent contamination from dirt or moisture.
Remove the nut and disconnect the condenser to evaporator line from the A/C condenser core and remove the condenser to evaporator line.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Lubricate the O-ring seals with PAG compressor oil. Refer to REFRIGERANT OIL ADDING .