Black plate (348,1)
Exterior Care
Follow
all
label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.
q
Maintaining the Finish
Washing
CAUTION
l
When the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:
l
If the windscreen above the rain
sensor is touched or wiped with a
cloth.
l
If the windscreen is struck with a
hand or other object from either
outside or inside the vehicle.
Keep hands and scrapers clear of the
windscreen when the wiper lever is
in the AUTO position and the
ignition is switched ON as fingers
could be pinched or the wipers and
wiper blades damaged when the
wipers activate automatically.
If you are going to clean the
windscreen, be sure the wipers are
turned off completely
―
this is
particularly important when clearing
ice and snow
―
when it is most likely
that the engine is left running.
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Do not spray water in the engine
compartment. Otherwise, it could
result in engine-starting problems or
damage to electrical parts.
CAUTION
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When washing and waxing the
vehicle, be careful not to apply
excessive force to any single area of
the vehicle roof or the aerial.
Otherwise, you could dent the
vehicle or damage the aerial.
To help protect the finish from rust and
deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.
If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.
Scratches occur on the paint surface
when:
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The vehicle is washed without first
rinsing off dirt and other foreign
matter.
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The vehicle is washed with a rough,
dry, or dirty cloth.
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The vehicle is washed at a car wash
that uses brushes that are dirty or too
stiff.
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Cleansers or wax containing abrasives
are used.
NOTE
l
Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.
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Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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