Summary: This Service Bulletin addresses an issue with the air temperature on specific 2014-15 Mazda3 (Japan built with manual A/C) and 2014-16 Mazda3 (Mexico built with manual A/C) models. The problem is characterized by a failure to change air temperature with the air temperature control knob, accompanied by a rattle noise from behind the dashboard. The root cause is the temperature control link being pulled out of the HVAC housing. A repair procedure is provided to modify the temperature control link, replacing it with a modified one for Japan-built vehicles and the AC unit for Mexico-built vehicles.
Repair Procedure:
The procedure involves verifying the customer concern, checking the MIX LINK connection to the MIX DOOR CRANK, and replacing the MIX LINK with a modified one for Japan-built vehicles or the AC unit for Mexico-built vehicles.
Warranty Information:
This repair is covered under Mazda’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty for verified customer complaints on eligible vehicles. The labor hours and parts information are also provided for each vehicle type.
Manual:
Download: Mazda Air Temperature Will Not Change: Bulletin No: 07-003/16
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