Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions.
qMaintaining the Finish
Washing
CAUTION
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases:
ØIf the windshield above the rain sensor is touched.
ØIf the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth.
ØIf the windshield is struck with a hand or other object.
ØIf the rain sensor is struck with a
hand or other object from inside the vehicle.
Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or damage the wipers. When washing or servicing your Mazda, make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position.
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:
lThe vehicle is washed without first rinsing off dirt and other foreign
matter.
lThe vehicle is washed with a rough,
dry, or dirty cloth.
lThe vehicle is washed at a car wash that uses brushes that are dirty or too
stiff.
lCleansers or wax containing abrasives are used.
NOTE
lMazda is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or improper washing.
lScratches are more noticeable on vehicles with darker paint finishes.
To minimize scratches on the vehicle's paint finish:
lRinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water
before washing.
lUse plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing the vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
lRub gently when washing or drying the
vehicle.
lTake your vehicle only to a car wash
that keeps its brushes well maintained.
lDo not use abrasive cleansers or wax that contain abrasives.
