2009 Mazda Mazda3 (BL) — Repair Solution

2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · A/C Clutch Not Cutting In · HVAC Control System

Mazda Mazda3 (BL) A/C Clutch Not Cutting In HVAC Control System Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Mazda
Model: Mazda3 (BL)
Year: 2009
Engine: 2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 147,365
Area: HVAC Control System
Category: A/C Clutch Not Cutting In

Customer Complaint

The air conditioning was not working, with the AC compressor not switching on.

Problem Summary

The vehicle had a U016400 fault code (Lost Communication With HVAC Control Module) stored in the instrument cluster, which returned immediately after clearing. The AC compressor would not engage when AC was selected. The vehicle had recently arrived in poor condition and undergone significant work including a service, oil leak repairs, and suspension work, with the AC repair being the final outstanding item.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeMAZBL09612
Vehicle2009 Mazda Mazda3 (BL)
Engine2.0L LFDE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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