2004 Mazda RX-8 Owner's Manual - Page 244

J60E_8R65-EA-03C_Edition2.book Page 19 Saturday, April 26, 2003 1:48 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Unfasten the clamps. Wiper Blades CAUTION Clamp • Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the cleanability of windows. • To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. 4. Lift off the air filter cover and remove the filter. Air filter cover 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 M Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked. Replace them. 5. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 6. Clean or replace the filter. 7. Install in the reverse order of removal. Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). NOTE CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, don't move the wipers by hand. After installing the air filter cover, make sure the electrical connector is securely connected. 8-19 Form No. 8R65-EA-03C