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I've been trying all my sources but they're all coming up empty. I've got this part attempting to be remade but I still think they'll have a bit of trouble with it. Especially around the sensor area. Regardless, I was wondering if anyone had this part still available or know somewhere that might be hoarding it brand new (I know that's going to be wishful thinking...)
Well, the current post for an a/c system says MANA, and looking at those pics, my line and the line posted doesn't correspond. A system I bought previously that said was a Denso, came with the same lines as the current posting claiming its a MANA. So at this point, it really doesn't matter as long as it's this exact part pictured here. Look closely because everything is in the detail (which is why I included the part # as well in the title..). They were redesigned in 94. An obvious point is the sensor connector. The previous lines had the sensor directly bolted to the line. Can't just remove it or unplug it like I can with my 94 line.
If you have this line or know someone who has one in good condition, please let me know. I'll gladly take it off their hands.
I don't have any spare switch lines
Here's pics of my 93 Mana switch line...my 94 is same.
What does not fit for your line....the sensor connector or the fittings?
I don't have any spare switch lines
Here's pics of my 93 Mana switch line...my 94 is same.
What does not fit for your line....the sensor connector or the fittings?
Both.
That's the same line I got 2 seasons back from someone who was selling a Denso system from a 93. Now you're posting the same line but you're saying its a MANA system. Not sure who's correct. All I know is this line won't work. Notice how the sensor is completely attached to the line. There's no way to disconnect it other than the long line at the other end. Mine actually has a connector I just unhook from either directly on the line or from the other part of the sensor cable. I was thankful they redesigned it because to get to the other connector side was going to be next to impossible. Its located in a very tough spot to disconnect. So much nicer to disconnect directly from the line.
Which in turn brings me to the connectors itself for the actual line. The line you're showing has an end that's strictly circular. No O ring at the end. Where as mine has a small indented place for an O ring and the circular connector is much thicker.
1. I assume your car is USDM
2. Switch line fittings....The male fitting OD on each end should measure 16mm = Mana , 14mm = Denso
3. Sensor...see pic of 93 , I would be surprised if sensors were not interchangeable but FD AC systems are at best confusing lol
1. I assume your car is USDM
2. Switch line fittings....The male fitting OD on each end should measure 16mm = Mana , 14mm = Denso
3. Sensor...see pic of 93 , I would be surprised if sensors were not interchangeable but FD AC systems are at best confusing lol
1. I'm in Canada, not sure what the designation is for the Canadian cars.
2. Can you do me a favor and take a pic of the connector on other side of the line? I'm curious to know if its actually the same as I depicted in my shots of my line.
3. I'm actually curious to see if mine unscrews the same way as yours does. Cause if your line checks out regarding the same connector I have, then I could possibly take this line off you.
1. Is your car LHD ?
2. Pic shows female fitting but the only "sure fire" way to determine Mana vs Denso is to measure the male THREAD diameter
3. I do not have a switch line for sale...only a complete Mana underhood system.
1. Is your car LHD ?
2. Pic shows female fitting but the only "sure fire" way to determine Mana vs Denso is to measure the male THREAD diameter
3. I do not have a switch line for sale...only a complete Mana underhood system.
1. Of course its LHD.. It's Canada.. not England... lol
2. No, not this end. The other end. The connector fitting for the other side should be able to accept the type of connector I have..
3. The entire system? Meaning condenser, pump, dryer, etc?!
The fittings are same on both ends of the switch line...if yours are not I have no idea what you have.
The underhood system I have shown in pic..... all 7 lines, condenser, dryer and all install hardware (bolts & plastic clips)
The fittings are same on both ends of the switch line...if yours are not I have no idea what you have.
The underhood system I have shown in pic..... all 7 lines, condenser, dryer and all install hardware (bolts & plastic clips)
Thank you for providing all the components. Right away I know that’s not my system at all. Now, according to what you said, the Mana system has 16mm ends. If that was true, the system you provided shows fittings that are too small. You see the little high pressure line that this line I’m looking for connects too? That’s the small little circular fitting I was talking about. But you say this is the bigger fitting. I can tell you, it’s not. The ending on my line is significantly bigger and thicker to connect to the line I’m posting about.
I guess the systems are different for Canada for the 94+ yr?? I have no idea why, which is why I posted the exact part number for the line in question.
thanks though for providing everything. Maybe someone out there might have the part I’m seeking...
Here’s a comparison of Denso (bottom) and MANA (top), judging by the sensor and the shape of the base where the sensor screw in to, it looks like you have a Denso system. The plug on the other end is the same, Denso system just have an extra harness to bridge the different sensor.
Thank you for providing all the components. Right away I know that’s not my system at all. Now, according to what you said, the Mana system has 16mm ends. If that was true, the system you provided shows fittings that are too small. You see the little high pressure line that this line I’m looking for connects too? That’s the small little circular fitting I was talking about. But you say this is the bigger fitting. I can tell you, it’s not. The ending on my line is significantly bigger and thicker to connect to the line I’m posting about.
I guess the systems are different for Canada for the 94+ yr?? I have no idea why, which is why I posted the exact part number for the line in question.
thanks though for providing everything. Maybe someone out there might have the part I’m seeking...
Here’s a comparison of Denso (bottom) and MANA (top), judging by the sensor and the shape of the base where the sensor screw in to, it looks like you have a Denso system. The plug on the other end is the same, Denso system just have an extra harness to bridge the different sensor.
thank you for this. I guess the previous person didn’t get the system right. Denso it is. I take it the little pipe that connects to this line has the same fitting as what I have pictured?
Thank you for providing all the components. Right away I know that’s not my system at all. Now, according to what you said, the Mana system has 16mm ends. If that was true, the system you provided shows fittings that are too small. You see the little high pressure line that this line I’m looking for connects too? That’s the small little circular fitting I was talking about. But you say this is the bigger fitting. I can tell you, it’s not. The ending on my line is significantly bigger and thicker to connect to the line I’m posting about.
I guess the systems are different for Canada for the 94+ yr?? I have no idea why, which is why I posted the exact part number for the line in question.
thanks though for providing everything. Maybe someone out there might have the part I’m seeking...
In case we are not on same page.....the fitting measurements are for the male end THREAD DIAMETERS and not the nuts. Also all my data is for USDM FD's with either Mana or DEnso systems. Canadian FD's may well be different for some very strange reason. Also your part number does not work on the Mazda parts listing 93-95.
thank you for this. I guess the previous person didn’t get the system right. Denso it is. I take it the little pipe that connects to this line has the same fitting as what I have pictured?
Yes it does, both ends look identical to yours. I have 3 full systems here, 1 Denso and 2 MANA, I can help take pictures if you need.
Measuring the thread width like Jim said is the best way to tell what system you have.
04-23-21, 09:05 AM
