MX-5 Miata Mazdaspeed L4-1.8L DOHC Turbo (2004)
Condenser HVAC: Service and Repair
CONDENSER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Discharge the refrigerant from the system. (See REFRIGERANT CHARGING.)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the cooling fan. (See RADIATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the condenser fan. (See CONDENSER FAN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
5. Remove the radiator brackets.
6. Remove the air hose.
7. keep pushing the radiator fully backward to remove the condenser.
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.
8. Remove the splash shield.
9. Remove the condenser. Do not allow compressor oil to spill. (See Condenser Installation Note.)
10. Install in the reverse order of removal.
