Purpose
The blower unit switches between fresh air and recirculated air (FRESH/REC) and sends airflow into the cabin.
Function
Air is blown by the blower motor in the blower unit.
The blower unit switches the air intake port to FRESH or REC based on the position of the air intake door.
Construction
The blower motor consists of the following parts:
Blower motor
Air intake door
Air intake actuator
Air filter

Operation
When the blower motor rotates, air is taken in from the outside of the vehicle or the cabin.
The air taken in flows in the fresh air direction or recirculate direction according to the operation of the air intake link. The air intake port changes by the movement of the air intake door.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Basic System
Blower Unit Disassembly/AssemblySae Standards
In accordance with new regulations, SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers)
standard names and abbreviations are now used in this manual. The table below
lists the names and abbreviations that have been used in Mazda manuals up to
now and their SAE equivalents.
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Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation
WARNING:
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous
turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched.
Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled
off.
1. Rotate the steering wheel un ...
Drive Belt [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Purpose, Function
The drive belt transmits rotation force of the crankshaft pulley to the pulley
for the auxiliary parts.
Construction
The drive belt is installed to the front of the engine.
A V-ribbed belt has been adopted for the drive belt.
The wat ...