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Maintenance and Care

Appearance Care

 Maintaining the Finish

Washing

CAUTION



  When the wiper lever is in the 

position and the ignition is switched ON, 

the wipers may move automatically in 

the following cases:



  If the windshield above the rain 

sensor is touched or wiped with a 

cloth.



  If the windshield is struck with a hand 

or other object from either outside or 

inside the vehicle.

  Keep hands and scrapers clear of the 

windshield when the wiper lever is in the 

 position and the ignition is 

switched ON as fingers could be pinched 

or the wipers and wiper blades damaged 

when the wipers activate automatically.

  If you are going to clean the windshield, 

be sure the wipers are turned off 

completely (when it is most likely 

that the engine is left running) this is 

particularly important when clearing ice 

and snow.



  Do not spray water in the engine 

compartment. Otherwise, it could result 

in engine-starting problems or damage 

to electrical parts.



  When washing and waxing the vehicle, 

be careful not to apply excessive force to 

any single area of the vehicle roof or the 

antenna. Otherwise, you could dent the 

vehicle or damage the antenna.

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.

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.

To minimize scratches on the vehicle's 

paint finish:



 Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter 

using lukewarm or cold water before 

washing.



 Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water 

and a soft cloth when washing the 

vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.



 Rub gently when washing or drying the 

vehicle.



 Take your vehicle only to a car wash 

that keeps its brushes well maintained.



 Do not use abrasive cleansers or wax 

that contain abrasives.

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