Couple of handy pointers for future viewers. First, hello from the past. 🤪 Second, at 35-45 seconds in, he talks about removing the long round upper radiator clips, with the 3 tabs that have to be pushed in at once. Tip: just reach UNDER the plate where it mounts, and you'll feel the cylinder, which you can easily push up while depressing the 3 tabs. 👍 Next, i think around 4:40, he's talking about removing the a/c condenser from the front of the radiator, so the radiator can drop out. Forget trying to figure out how to release four next-to-impossible clips at once. They are attached to the radiator, and the radiator is trash already, so just break off the four black clips. Done!
TIPS learned the hard way on 04 Mazda3 2.3L: 1) Don't be afraid to push FIRMLY (on the top edge) on the Condenser (when combined to the Radiator) toward the engine which tilts the unit (babying it doesn't gets it done)...its the only way to get clearance above to raise the unit to pop the Radiator's leg stems completely out of the sockets. 2) To help separate the Condenser from Radiator, use two ~2.5mm Hex/Allen Wrenches as spacers. When you De-Latch the Condenser on one side, slip a Hex Wrench in/under the clip, so when you go to the other side to De-Latch, you don't have the previous one slip back down/in! Note: THIS WAS A RADIATOR CHANGE FROM HELL. Good luck folks!
Thanks a lot all the videos I see on here say you have to remove the entire bumper cover but you are the first I see to do it without going through that.
I typed this exact search having lots of doubts thinking I would’ve find, thanks God you have the same car as I and the same job a need to do. Gonna watch closely and trynna do it myself.
If you're going in to replace the radiator, don't bother saving the tabs on the old radiator. Stick a screwdriver in between the fan shroud and radiator, and the AC condenser and the radiator and just snap them off. Easier to remove and the new radiator has new tabs.
Thank you very much for the video! I am replacing the A/C compressor and condenser on my 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 and this was very helpful, as the radiator needs to come out to get the condenser out. Unfortunately, 3 out of 4 bolts on the compressor broke off in the block so I ended up having to take the front bumper off too, so I could have enough clearance to drill out the broken bolts and re-tap the holes. Aren't cars fun?
Hello query, I talk about Chile, do you know I have a leak in the radiator on the left side in the corner below the question is how I can check where the leak comes from? that and thanks bro
My son gave me a mazda 3 2008,. after whatching this video, and try to find a radiator cap, and little bit disappointed about how complicated is this issue with the radiator. Man now adays it is so hard to fix your own car mechanically and electronically. i got a 97 honda crv that i fixed myself and i hope i never want to get another car, and I am 80 year old men.
Mazda 3's are great vehicles. Almost any vehicle within the last 8 to 10 years is basically impossible to work on yourself which stinks! Btw, the mazda 3 does not have a traditional radiator cap on the radiator. You just fill at the reservoir. First time i have ever seen that
Just wondering at 1:38, what is that gray electrical connector to the left used for. Mine is disconnected. Not sure if it is supposed to be connected to or not and to what it is connected to. Thanks.
What is the electrical connector behind the top part of the radiator support? When the hood prop is lying flat, it's right under there. I'm asking because I am a 17 year old that just bought an 08 mazdaspeed 3 for $650 and that connector on my car doesn't have anything attached to it. Also, the horn doesn't work. Any info/advice would be appreciated.
My radiator just cracked and all the water leaked out so I wouod have to get it replace. I watched your video and want to try doing it myself. I really hope I get through
Hey man my radiator burned out, but I had it towed in front of the shop and was gonna do the job myself, just wanted to know what sockets and etc you needed to get the job done. Thanks for the video it’s already a big help.
Hey! I hate to hear that. I used basic tools. It really wasn't too difficult, just allow yourself time. The hardest part is getting those black clips removed from the top. I used several flathead screwdrivers to push in the tabs. Shout at me if you get stuck or need help!
Just Another Tunertv thank you for the hastily reply, turns out it wasn’t my radiator but a hose, I didn’t get a close look but it’s under the air intake, not necessarily the manifold. No huge hose attached to the radiator but a smaller one attached to the block. Had to replace the top hose to my radiator before, but who knows I saw my radiator and my thermostat both steaming. Only way I could find the leak was pouring more water in.
Is there anyway you could send me a personal message im trying to send a pic of what the grey wiring harness goes to up by the radiator but im not able to send a pic of it on here for some reason
Couple of handy pointers for future viewers.
First, hello from the past. 🤪
Second, at 35-45 seconds in, he talks about removing the long round upper radiator clips, with the 3 tabs that have to be pushed in at once. Tip: just reach UNDER the plate where it mounts, and you'll feel the cylinder, which you can easily push up while depressing the 3 tabs. 👍
Next, i think around 4:40, he's talking about removing the a/c condenser from the front of the radiator, so the radiator can drop out. Forget trying to figure out how to release four next-to-impossible clips at once. They are attached to the radiator, and the radiator is trash already, so just break off the four black clips. Done!
TIPS learned the hard way on 04 Mazda3 2.3L:
1) Don't be afraid to push FIRMLY (on the top edge) on the Condenser (when combined to the Radiator) toward the engine which tilts the unit (babying it doesn't gets it done)...its the only way to get clearance above to raise the unit to pop the Radiator's leg stems completely out of the sockets.
2) To help separate the Condenser from Radiator, use two ~2.5mm Hex/Allen Wrenches as spacers. When you De-Latch the Condenser on one side, slip a Hex Wrench in/under the clip, so when you go to the other side to De-Latch, you don't have the previous one slip back down/in!
Note: THIS WAS A RADIATOR CHANGE FROM HELL. Good luck folks!
Thanks a lot all the videos I see on here say you have to remove the entire bumper cover but you are the first I see to do it without going through that.
Hey jo jemm, i didn't see why you would need to remove it. Really wasn't that bad of a job
Just Another Tunertv will this work on a 2.0 model non turbo
I typed this exact search having lots of doubts thinking I would’ve find, thanks God you have the same car as I and the same job a need to do. Gonna watch closely and trynna do it myself.
I am glad i could help! Ask me if ya have any questions
Just Another Tunertv Sure a will thanks for the offer.
If you're going in to replace the radiator, don't bother saving the tabs on the old radiator. Stick a screwdriver in between the fan shroud and radiator, and the AC condenser and the radiator and just snap them off. Easier to remove and the new radiator has new tabs.
Thank you very much for the video! I am replacing the A/C compressor and condenser on my 2010 Mazdaspeed 3 and this was very helpful, as the radiator needs to come out to get the condenser out. Unfortunately, 3 out of 4 bolts on the compressor broke off in the block so I ended up having to take the front bumper off too, so I could have enough clearance to drill out the broken bolts and re-tap the holes. Aren't cars fun?
I love cars! Even though i tend to curse at sometimes but yes, they are great! I am glad this video has helped! Goodluck on the compressor!
I need to replace my condenser. Would this be a good plan of attack for the condenser too?
2015 mazda3 radiator same for left and right hand drive?
Hello query, I talk about Chile, do you know I have a leak in the radiator on the left side in the corner below the question is how I can check where the leak comes from? that and thanks bro
My son gave me a mazda 3 2008,. after whatching this video, and try to find a radiator cap, and little bit disappointed about how complicated is this issue with the radiator. Man now adays it is so hard to fix your own car mechanically and electronically. i got a 97 honda crv that i fixed myself and i hope i never want to get another car, and I am 80 year old men.
Mazda 3's are great vehicles. Almost any vehicle within the last 8 to 10 years is basically impossible to work on yourself which stinks! Btw, the mazda 3 does not have a traditional radiator cap on the radiator. You just fill at the reservoir. First time i have ever seen that
@@justanothertuner4135 I remenber the good old day , the VW didn't have radiators either, they were running the cool air engines like lawn mowers.
Just wondering at 1:38, what is that gray electrical connector to the left used for. Mine is disconnected. Not sure if it is supposed to be connected to or not and to what it is connected to. Thanks.
Yeah same here im wondering if its used for anything mine is disconnected too
What is the electrical connector behind the top part of the radiator support? When the hood prop is lying flat, it's right under there. I'm asking because I am a 17 year old that just bought an 08 mazdaspeed 3 for $650 and that connector on my car doesn't have anything attached to it. Also, the horn doesn't work. Any info/advice would be appreciated.
1:41 you can see it well to the left of the screen
Hi, it’s a hood latch alarm system. Based on my research.
@@kobeknudsen5711 Thanks!
@@Aminmotors sorry I found your comment 7 months later. Hope that helps 😁
@@kobeknudsen5711 XD I actually sold the car, but I appreciate you replying :)
Thank you!!
Anytime!
I bought a new radiator yesterday and it didn't come with those doughnut rubber deals on the bottom
My radiator just cracked and all the water leaked out so I wouod have to get it replace. I watched your video and want to try doing it myself. I really hope I get through
Hey this was actually the first time that i have ever done it too. It's really not too hard and will save you lots of money!
Hey man my radiator burned out, but I had it towed in front of the shop and was gonna do the job myself, just wanted to know what sockets and etc you needed to get the job done. Thanks for the video it’s already a big help.
Hey! I hate to hear that. I used basic tools. It really wasn't too difficult, just allow yourself time. The hardest part is getting those black clips removed from the top. I used several flathead screwdrivers to push in the tabs. Shout at me if you get stuck or need help!
Just Another Tunertv thank you for the hastily reply, turns out it wasn’t my radiator but a hose, I didn’t get a close look but it’s under the air intake, not necessarily the manifold. No huge hose attached to the radiator but a smaller one attached to the block. Had to replace the top hose to my radiator before, but who knows I saw my radiator and my thermostat both steaming. Only way I could find the leak was pouring more water in.
it s 2015model ?
I did this on a 2010 Subaru Forester, much easier process. On Mazdas it's really insane
No kidding. Much harder than it needs to be.
Is there anyway you could send me a personal message im trying to send a pic of what the grey wiring harness goes to up by the radiator but im not able to send a pic of it on here for some reason
Sure! Follow me on Instagram and I will do my best!
Will this work on the 2.0 non turbo
Also will this come out with both radiator and condenser
Yes, my car was non turbo. Same setup as stock.
What year is this?
It is a 2006
Just start at the number plate and take everything off behind that
This doesn't give guidance for the hard parts - getting parts out from clips.
Hey bro i just negotiated this, holler if you still have questions, or see my post.