Owner Maintenance

When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked.

Replace them.

 

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• To prevent damaging a windshield wiper blade, wiper arm, or the hood, perform the following procedure.

  • Before lifting the windshield wiper blades off the windshield, always move them to the service position.

  • When putting the windshield wiper blades back on the windshield, make sure that they are in the service position before switching the power switch ON and operating the windshield wipers.

• Replace with Mazda genuine wiper blades. If they are replaced with wiper blades other than a Mazda genuine product, they may not wipe with the same efficiency as the genuine product.

• To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not try to sweep the wiper arm by hand.

• Do not bend the blade rubber unnecessarily when replacing it. Otherwise, the metal stiffener in the blade may deform and the windshield wiper operation may be adversely affected.

• Do not hold a wiper blade by its end when raising the wiper arm. Otherwise, the part may deform and the wiping performance may lower.

• Forcefully lowering the wiper arms could damage the wiper arm and blade, and may scratch or crack the windshield.

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You can replace the wiper blades yourself, however you cannot replace the wiper arms.

If you want to replace the wiper arms, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Replace the wiper blades using the following procedure.

1. Move the wipers to the service positions using the following procedure.

   1. Switch the power switch ON.

   2. Switch the power switch OFF.

   3. Press up the wiper switch to the MIST position 2 times within 30 seconds after switching the power switch OFF.

      When the procedure is completed, the wipers operate and they stop at the service positions.

2. Raise the wiper arms.

3. Slide the blade component in the direction of the arrow while pressing the wiper arm tab to remove the blade component from the wiper arm.

    

   

4. Pull the blade rubber in the direction of the arrow and slide it to a position where the blade holder groove can be checked.

    

   

5. Pull the end of the blade rubber from the blade holder groove in the direction of the arrow and remove the blade rubber from the blade holder.

    

   

6. Insert the end of the new blade rubber into the groove of the blade holder until it contacts the end of the blade holder.

    

   

7. After pulling the blade rubber in the direction of the arrow and sliding the blade rubber to a position to check the blade holder groove, slide the blade rubber end in the opposite direction.

    

   

8. Make sure that the blade rubber is correctly installed to the blade holder.

9. Slide the blade component and install it to the wiper arm.

    

   

10. Slowly lower the wiper arms onto the windshield.

     

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    To prevent damage to the windshield let the wiper arm down easily, do not let it slap down on the windshield.

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11. Move the wipers to their initial positions using the following procedure.

    1. Make sure that the wipers are set on the windshield.

    2. Switch the power switch ON.

    3. Press up the wiper switch to the MIST position 1 time.

       When the procedure is completed, the wipers operate and they stop at the initial positions.

When the wiper no longer cleans well, the blade is probably worn or cracked.

Replace it.

 

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To prevent damage to the wiper arm and other components, do not move the wiper by hand.

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1. Remove the cover.

   

2. Remove the stopper and raise the wiper arm.

   

3. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the right until it unlocks, then remove the blade.

   

    

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   To prevent damage to the rear window, do not let the wiper arm fall on it.

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4. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder.

   

5. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in the new blade.

   

    

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   Do not bend or discard the stiffeners. You need to use them again.

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6. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

   Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.

   

 

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Always use tires that are in good condition:

Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident.

Replace all four tires at the same time:

Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking resulting in loss of vehicle control. Mazda strongly recommends that you replace all four tires at the same time.

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If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread.

Replace the tire when this happens.

1. New tread

2. Worn tread

3. Tread wear indicator

You should replace the tire before the band crosses the entire tread.

 

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Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. The period in which the tire was manufactured (both week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit number.

Refer to Tire Labeling (Search).

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Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle:

Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident.

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A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect:

• Tire fit

• Wheel and bearing life

• Ground clearance

• Snow-chain clearance

• Speedometer calibration

• Headlight aim

• Bumper height

• Tire Pressure Monitoring System

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• When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset (inset/outset).

• For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear, such as cupping and flat spots.

Front

1. Side turn signal lights

2. Front side-marker lights

3. Front turn signal lights/Parking lights

4. Headlights (High/Low beam)/Daytime running lights

Rear

1. High-mount brake light

2. Rear side-marker lights

3. Brake lights/Taillights

4. Rear turn signal lights

5. Reverse lights

6. Taillights (Some Models)

7. License plate lights

All the light bulbs are the LED type.

The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit.

The LED bulb has to be replaced with the unit. If a replacement is necessary, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Fuse block (Motor compartment)

Fuse block (Left side)