The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a
windshield washer concentrate. This washer fluid concentrate contains
a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.

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Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.

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Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.

INSTRUMENT PANEL / INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS

Clean the interior trim areas and instrument panel with a damp cloth,
then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl
Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15).

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Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.

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Do not use household or glass cleaners, as these may damage the
finish.

WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel, instrument panel or interior
trim areas to avoid contamination of the airbag systems.

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Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.

INTERIOR

For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, seat belts and seats equipped with side
air bags (if equipped):

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Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.

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Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and Spot
Remover (0000–77–430E-01), available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.

•

If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Spot and Stain Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your
authorized Mazda dealer.

•

If a solvent ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the
entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.

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Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
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The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a windshield washer concentrate.
Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel.
Do not use household or glass cleaners, as these may damage the finish.
Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces.
Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and Spot Remover (0000–77–430E-01), available at your authorized Mazda dealer.
If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Spot and Stain Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your authorized Mazda dealer.
If a solvent ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.