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/AssemblyAir Intake Actuator Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Connect battery positive voltage to air intake actuator terminal B (or C),
connect terminal C (or B) to ground, and then verify that the air intake actuator
operates as shown in the table.
If the operation condition is not normal, replace the air intake actuator.
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Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge
forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants
could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that ...
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 ...