Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Cooling System Cap
Purpose, Function
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The cooling system cap maintains appropriate pressure in the engine coolant passage. In addition, cooling efficiency has been improved by increasing the engine coolant boiling point.
Construction
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The cooling system cap is installed to the upper part of the radiator.
Operation
When engine coolant temperature is high
1. When the engine coolant temperature is high, the pressure in the engine coolant passage increases and the pressure valve is pressed and opened.
2. Engine coolant flows into the coolant reserve tank when the pressure valve is open.
When engine coolant temperature is low
1. When the engine coolant temperature is low, the pressure in the engine coolant passage decreases and the vacuum valve is opened.
2. Engine coolant in the coolant reserve tank flows into the engine coolant passage when the vacuum valve is open.
Cooling System Cap Inspection
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
Cooling System Service Warnings
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may ...
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1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform
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Ignition Switch
Push Button Start Positions
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational
range while the key is being carried.
Each time the push button start is pressed, the ignition switches in the order
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Purpose
The air bag system warning alarm notifies the driver that a malfunction occurred
in the air bag system instead of the air bag system warning light.
Function
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