Mazda 2012 CX-9, Owner'S Manual

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6. Remove the metal stiffeners from each
blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.
CAUTION
Ø
Don't bend or discard the
stiffeners. You need to use them
again.
Ø
If the metal stiffeners are
switched, the blade's wiping
efficiency could be reduced.
So don't use the driver's side metal
stiffeners on the passenger's side,
or vice versa.
Ø
Be sure to reinstall the metal
stiffeners in the new blade rubber
so that the curve is the same as it
was in the old blade rubber.
7. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.
Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.
q
Replacing Rear Window Wiper
Blade
When the wiper no longer cleans well, the
blade is probably worn or cracked.
Replace it.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
1. Remove the cover and raise the wiper
arm.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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CX-9_8AU3-EC-09G_Edition1 Page491
Monday, July 13 2009 7:13 PM
Form No.8AU3-EC-09G