2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 302

Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page301 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (301,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid qInspecting Washer Fluid Level Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Using Washer Fluid Without Antifreeze Protection in Cold Weather: Operating your vehicle in temperatures below 4 degrees C (40 degrees F) using washer fluid without anti-freeze protection is dangerous as it could cause impaired windshield vision and result in an accident. In cold weather, always use washer fluid with anti-freeze protection. NOTE To inspect the washer fluid level in the front reservoir, pull off the cap. Then, holding your thumb over the hole in the center of the cap, lift it straight up. The fluid level can be seen from the fluid column in the pipe. Add fluid if necessary. Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable. But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing. NOTE State or local regulations may restrict the use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are commonly used as anti-freeze agents in washer fluid. A washer fluid with limited VOC content should be used only if it provides adequate freeze resistance for all regions and climates in which the vehicle will be operated. Front and rear washer fluid is supplied from the same reservoir. 8-27 Form No.8V66-EA-06F