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.
- 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.
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.