2002 Mazda Protege Owner's Manual - Page 214

J39L(02MY).book Page 22 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Lift off the air filter cover and remove the filter. Air filter Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to affect the cleanability of windows. 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. Air filter cover 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). CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. M 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 move the wipers by hand. 8-22 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F