Attention! The air conditioning system is under pressure. Do not disconnect the system piping until it is discharged. The refrigerant must be properly removed and sent for regeneration to a service station or a specialized station that has the appropriate equipment. Protect your eyes when disconnecting refrigerant lines.
Removing
1. Discharge the air conditioning system (to do this, contact a specialized station).
2. On the Probe, remove the heatsink to access the condenser piping.
3. On the Mazda model, remove the radiator support brackets.
4. Disconnect the piping from the condenser (pic. 18.4, a-c). Seal the openings immediately to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the system.
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5. Turn away bolts/nuts of fastening of the condenser and remove it from the car (pic. 19.5). On a Mazda model, when removing the condenser, lay a sheet of cardboard between it and the radiator to protect the radiator from damage. Tilt the condenser back and remove from the vehicle.
6. Inspect the condenser for cracks, bent fins, damage to the condenser and fittings, signs of leakage, etc. Repair or replace the condenser if necessary.
Installation
7. Install the condenser in the reverse order of removal. When replacing o-rings, keep in mind that the o-rings must match the type of refrigerant in your air conditioner. Do not lubricate the union nuts with compressor oil.
8. Take the system to a specialist station for charging and testing. If the condenser is replaced with a new one, add 30 ml of oil to the high pressure line of the compressor. Use only the type of oil that is compatible with your system's refrigerant.