2002 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 198

J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 24 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Lift off the air filter cover and remove the filter. Air filter cover Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to affect the cleanability of windows. Air filter 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. 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 4. Replace the filter. 5. Install in the reverse order of removal. Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). 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. CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. 8-24 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F