2006 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 282
2006 Mazda MPV Manual
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Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page282 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (282,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Separate the air cleaner housing and remove the filter. Air cleaner housing Air filter l Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows. To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. l 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 4. Clean or replace the filter. 5. Install in the reverse order of removal. Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). 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. qReplacing 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. 8-22 Form No.8U61-EA-05G