2003 Mazda MPV Owner's Manual - Page 253

J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 18 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Separate the air cleaner housing and remove the filter. Air cleaner housing 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. 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). 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. 8-18 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G