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Airflow Mode Main Link Installation

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  1. Align the airflow mode main link and the airflow mode sub link projection as shown in the figure below.
    Fig 1: Aligning Airflow Mode Main Link And Airflow Mode Sub Link Projection
    G11430213Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. When lightly pressing the airflow main link to rotate it in the direction of the arrow, verify that the airflow mode door switches to the position for each mode.
    Fig 2: Aligning Airflow Mode Main Link
    G09075808Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Align the airflow mode main link installation hole with the shape of the airflow mode actuator shaft, and install while holding the airflow mode main link.
    Fig 3: Aligning Airflow Mode Main Link Installation Hole With Shape Of Airflow Mode Actuator Shaft
    G09075809Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the airflow mode actuator.
    Fig 4: Airflow Mode Actuator With Screws
    G11430216Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the screws.
  6. Connect the connector.
  7. Install the following parts:
    1. Passenger-side front heat duct (See FRONT HEAT DUCT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Dashboard under cover (See DASHBOARD UNDER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Glove compartment (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  8. Connect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)