Mazda MX-5 Miata (1997+). Manual - part 80

Fig. 4 .  

Installation 

To install, reverse removal procedure. Apply clean compressor oil to "O" rings before connecting fittings. DO 
NOT apply compressor oil to fitting nuts. If installing new evaporator, add 1.7 ounces of compressor oil to A/C 
compressor. Evacuate and charge A/C system. Check for leaks. 

Fig. 4: Exploded View Of Evaporator Unit 
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP. 

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

A/C-HEATER SYSTEM - MANUAL 1997 Manual A/C-Heater System

  

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS 

WIRING DIAGRAM 

Application

Ft. Lbs. (N.m)

Compressor Bracket-To-Engine Bolt

28-38 (38-51)

Compressor-To-Compressor Bracket Bolt

11-15 (15-21)

Refrigerant Pipe Fittings

Condenser Inlet

11-18 (15-24)

Evaporator Outlet

15-21 (20-29)

INCH Lbs. (N.m)

Evaporator Unit Nut

71-97 (8-11)

Refrigerant Pipe Fittings

Compressor Inlet & Outlet

89-132 (10-15)

Evaporator Inlet

89-168 (10-19)

Receiver-Drier Inlet & Outlet

89-168 (10-19)

Steering Wheel Nut

79-121 (9-14)

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

A/C-HEATER SYSTEM - MANUAL 1997 Manual A/C-Heater System

  

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

A/C-HEATER SYSTEM - MANUAL 1997 Manual A/C-Heater System

  

Fig. 5: Manual A/C-Heater System Wiring Diagram

 

1997 Mazda MX-5 Miata 

A/C-HEATER SYSTEM - MANUAL 1997 Manual A/C-Heater System