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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Follow 

all

 label and container directions 

when using a chemical cleaner or polish. 
Read all warnings and cautions.

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Maintaining the Finish

Washing

To help protect the finish from rust and 
deterioration, wash your Mazda 
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a 
month, with lukewarm or cold water.

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the 
paint surface could be scratched. Here are 
some examples of how scratching could 
occur.

Scratches occur on the paint surface 
when:

•

The vehicle is washed without first 
rinsing off dirt and other foreign 
matter.

•

The vehicle is washed with a rough, 
dry, or dirty cloth.

•

The vehicle is washed at a car wash 
that uses brushes that are dirty or too 
stiff.

•

Cleansers or wax containing abrasives 
are used.

Exterior Care

When the wiper lever is in the AUTO 
position and the ignition switch is in 
the ON position, the wipers may move 
automatically in the following cases:

•

If the windshield above the rain 
sensor is touched.

•

If the windshield above the rain 
sensor is wiped with a cloth.

•

If the windshield is given a shock.

•

If the rain sensor is given a shock 
from inside the vehicle.

Be careful not to pinch hands or 
fingers as it may cause injury, or 
damage the wipers. When washing or 
servicing your Mazda, make sure the 
wiper lever is in the OFF position.

CAUTION

NOTE

•

Mazda is not responsible for 
scratches caused by automatic car 
washes or improper washing.

•

Scratches are more noticeable on 
vehicles with darker paint finishes.

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