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2008 Mazda MAZDA3 5-Door Mazda3 Owners Manual Built After Jan 1

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Wiper Blades

CAUTION

Ø

Hot waxes applied by automatic
car washers have been known to
affect the wiper's ability to clean
windows.

Ø

To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, don't use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.

Ø

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:

Ø

If the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched.

Ø

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

Ø

If the windshield is struck with
a hand or other object.

Ø

If the rain sensor is struck with
a hand or other object 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.

Contamination of either the windshield or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.

If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.

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Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades

When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.

1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade

assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Slide the assembly downward; then lift
it off the arm.

Plastic locking clip

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the windshield
let the wiper arm down easily, don't
let it slap down on the windshield.

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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  • 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.

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