Mazda 1996 626 Service Manual page 273

HEATER AND REFRIGERANT SYSTEM
CONDENSER
Removal / Installation
1. Discharge the refrigerant from the system.
2. Remove the fresh-air duct.
3. Remove the radiator brackets.
(Refer to the 1996 626/MX-6 Workshop Manual, section E.)
4. Disconnect the pipes from the condenser.
5. Insert a protector (such as cardboard) between the con­
denser and the radiator.
6. Remove the condenser as shown in the figure.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal. Apply clean
compressor oil to the O-rings before connecting the fit­
tings; do not apply compressor oil to the fitting nuts.
When installing a new condenser, add 15 ml {15 cc, 0.5
fl oz} of compressor oil through the high-pressure side
of the condenser.
Inspection
Check for the following and repair or replace the con­
denser as necessary.
1. Cracks
2. Bent fins
3. Distorted or damaged condenser inlet or outlet
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