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Stator and Thermal Protector Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Apply approx. 1 g {0.04 oz}  of silicone (Shin-Etsu Silicone KE-347W or similar) to the contact surface of the thermal protector, then thoroughly install it onto the A/C compressor, leaving no gaps.
    Fig 1: Applying Silicone To Contact Surface Of Thermal Protector
    G00975598Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.