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clear and color base coat of the

vehicle's paintwork.

Exterior Care

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When insects stick to the paint surface

and decompose, corrosive compounds

form. These can erode the clear and

color base coat of the vehicle's

The paintwork on your Mazda

represents the latest technical

developments in composition and

methods of application.

paintwork if they are not removed.

Environmental hazards, however, can

harm the paint's protective properties,

if proper care is not taken.

Tree sap will harden and adhere

permanently to the paint ﬁnish. If you

scratch the sap oﬀ while it is hard,

some vehicle paint could come oﬀ

with it.

Here are some examples of possible

damage, with tips on how to prevent

them.

Prevention

It is necessary to have your Mazda

washed and waxed to preserve its

ﬁnish according to the instructions in

this section. This should be done as

soon as possible.

Etching Caused by Acid Rain or

Industrial Fallout

Occurrence

Industrial pollutants and vehicle

emissions drift into the air and mix

with rain or dew to form acids. These

acids can settle on a vehicle's ﬁnish. As

the water evaporates, the acid

becomes concentrated and can

damage the ﬁnish.

And the longer the acid remains on the

surface, the greater the chance is for

damage.

Bird droppings can be removed with a

soft sponge and water. If you are

traveling and these are not available, a

moistened tissue may also take care of

the problem. The cleaned area should

be waxed according to the instructions

in this section.

Insects and tree sap are best removed

with a soft sponge and water or a

commercially available chemical

cleaner.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and wax your

vehicle to preserve its ﬁnish according

to the instructions in this section.

These steps should be taken

immediately after you suspect that acid

rain has settled on your vehicle's ﬁnish.

Another method is to cover the

aﬀected area with dampened

newspaper for 1 to 2 hours. After

removing the newspaper, rinse oﬀ the

loosened debris with water.

Damage Caused by Bird Dropping,

Insects, or Tree Sap

Water Marks

Occurrence

Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can

contain harmful minerals such as salt

and lime. If moisture containing these

minerals settles on the vehicle and

Bird droppings contain acids. If these

are not removed they can eat away the

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evaporates, the minerals will

concentrate and harden to form white

rings. The rings can damage your

vehicle's ﬁnish.

cleaner or polish. Read all warnings

and cautions.

Maintaining the Finish

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Washing

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and wax your

vehicle to preserve its ﬁnish according

to the instructions in this section.

These steps should be taken

immediately after you ﬁnd water marks

on your vehicle's ﬁnish.

CAUTION

Before lifting the windshield wiper

blades oﬀ the windshield, always

follow the procedure for moving the

windshield wiper blades. Otherwise,

a wiper blade, wiper arm, or the

hood could be damaged.

Refer to the Replacing Windshield

Wiper Blades (page 6-21) section for

the procedure on how to move the

windshield wiper blades to the

service position.

Paint Chipping

Occurrence

Paint chipping occurs when gravel

thrown in the air by another vehicle's

tires hits your vehicle.

How to avoid paint chipping

When the wiper lever is in the AUTO

position and the ignition is switched

ON, the wipers may move

Keeping a safe distance between you

and the vehicle ahead reduces the

chances of having your paint chipped

by ﬂying gravel.

automatically in the following cases:

If the windshield above the rain

sensor is touched or wiped with a

cloth.

If the windshield is struck with a

hand or other object from either

outside or inside the vehicle.

NOTE

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The paint chipping zone varies with

the speed of the vehicle. For

example, when traveling at 90 km/h

(56 mph), the paint chipping zone is

50 m (164 ft).

Keep hands and scrapers clear of the

windshield 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.

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In low temperatures a vehicle's ﬁnish

hardens. This increases the chance of

paint chipping.

Chipped paint can lead to rust

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forming on your Mazda. Before this

happens, repair the damage by using

Mazda touch-up paint according to

the instructions in this section.

Failure to repair the aﬀected area

could lead to serious rusting and

expensive repairs.

If you are going to clean the

windshield, be sure the wipers are

turned oﬀ completely (when it is

most likely that the engine is left

running) this is particularly important

when clearing ice and snow.

Follow all label and container

directions when using a chemical

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Scratches are more noticeable on

vehicles with darker paint ﬁnishes.

Do not spray water in the engine

compartment. Otherwise, it could

result in engine-starting problems or

damage to electrical parts.

When washing and waxing the

vehicle, be careful not to apply

excessive force to any single area of

the vehicle roof or the antenna.

Otherwise, you could dent the

vehicle or damage the antenna.

Make sure that the fuel-ﬁller lid is

closed and lock the doors.

To minimize scratches on the vehicle's

paint ﬁnish:

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Rinse oﬀ any dirt or other foreign

matter using lukewarm or cold water

before washing.

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Use plenty of lukewarm or cold

water and a soft cloth when washing

the vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.

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Rub gently when washing or drying

the vehicle.

Otherwise, the fuel-ﬁller lid may be

forcefully opened by water pressure

causing damage to the vehicle or

fuel-ﬁller lid.

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Take your vehicle only to a car wash

that keeps its brushes well

maintained.

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Do not use abrasive cleansers or wax

that contain abrasives.

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.

CAUTION

Do not use steel wool, abrasive

cleaners, or strong detergents

containing highly alkaline or caustic

agents on chrome-plated or

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the

paint surface could be scratched. Here

are some examples of how scratching

could occur.

anodized aluminum parts. This may

damage the protective coating; also,

cleaners and detergents may discolor

or deteriorate the paint.

Scratches occur on the paint surface

when:

Pay special attention to removing salt,

dirt, mud, and other foreign material

from the underside of the fenders, and

make sure the drain holes in the lower

edges of the doors and rocker panels

are clean.

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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.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,

industrial fallout, and similar deposits

can damage the ﬁnish if not removed

immediately. When prompt washing

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Cleansers or wax containing

abrasives are used.

NOTE

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Mazda is not responsible for

scratches caused by automatic car

washes or improper washing.

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with plain water is ineﬀective, use a

mild soap made for use on vehicles.

spraying the same area of the vehicle,

and be very careful when spraying

between gaps in doors and around

windows.

Thoroughly rinse oﬀ all soap with

lukewarm or cold water. Do not allow

soap to dry on the ﬁnish.

Waxing

Your vehicle needs to be waxed when

water no longer beads on the ﬁnish.

Always wash and dry the vehicle before

waxing it. In addition to the vehicle

body, wax the metal trim to maintain

its luster.

After washing the vehicle, dry it with a

clean chamois to prevent water spots

from forming.

WARNING

1. Use wax which contains no

abrasives.

Dry oﬀ brakes that have become wet

by driving slowly, releasing the

accelerator pedal and lightly applying

the brakes several times until the

brake performance returns to normal:

Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.

Increased stopping distance or the

vehicle pulling to one side when

braking could result in a serious

accident. Light braking will indicate

whether the brakes have been

aﬀected.

Wax containing abrasives will

remove paints and could damage

bright metal parts.

2. Use a good grade of natural wax for

metallic, mica, and solid colors.

3. When waxing, coat evenly with the

sponge supplied or a soft cloth.

4. Wipe oﬀ the wax with a soft cloth.

NOTE

A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and

similar materials will usually also take

oﬀ the wax. Rewax these areas even if

the rest of the vehicle does not need it.

When using an automatic car wash

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Retract the door mirrors.

The automatic car wash brushes

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could reduce the paint lustre or

hasten paint deterioration.

Repairing Damage to the Finish

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Deep scratches or chips on the ﬁnish

should be repaired promptly. Exposed

metal quickly rusts and can lead to

major repairs.

When using a high water pressure car

wash

High water temperature and high

water pressure car washers are

available depending on the type of car

wash machine. If the car washer nozzle

is put too close to the vehicle, the

force of the spray could damage or

deform the molding, aﬀect the

sealability of parts, and allow water to

penetrate the interior. Keep a suﬃcient

space (30 cm (12 in) or more)

CAUTION

If your Mazda is damaged and needs

metal parts repaired or replaced, make

sure the body shop applies

anti-corrosion materials to all parts,

both repaired and new. This will

prevent them from rusting.

between the nozzle and the vehicle. In

addition, do not spend too much time

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down the road grime without

removing it.

Bright-Metal Maintenance

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Use tar remover to remove road tar

and insects. Never do this with a

knife or similar tool.

To prevent corrosion on bright-metal

surfaces, apply wax or chrome

preservative and rub it to a high

luster.

During cold weather or in coastal

areas, cover bright-metal parts with a

coating of wax or preservative

heavier than usual. It would also help

to coat them with noncorrosive

petroleum jelly or some other

protective compound.

The lower edges of doors, rocker

panels, and frame members have drain

holes that should not be clogged.

Water trapped there will cause rusting.

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WARNING

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Dry oﬀ brakes that have become wet

by driving slowly, releasing the

accelerator pedal and lightly applying

the brakes several times until the

brake performance returns to normal:

Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.

Increased stopping distance or the

vehicle pulling to one side when

braking could result in a serious

accident. Light braking will indicate

whether the brakes have been

aﬀected.

CAUTION

Do not use steel wool, abrasive

cleaners, or strong detergents

containing highly alkaline or caustic

agents on chrome-plated or anodized

aluminum parts. This may result in

damage to the protective coating and

cause discoloration or paint

Aluminum Wheel Maintenance^*

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A protective coating is provided over

the aluminum wheels. Special care is

needed to protect this coating.

deterioration.

Underbody Maintenance

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CAUTION

Road chemicals and salt used for ice

and snow removal and solvents used

for dust control may collect on the

underbody. If not removed, they will

speed up rusting and deterioration of

such underbody parts as fuel lines,

frame, ﬂoor pan, and exhaust system,

even though these parts may be coated

with anti-corrosive material.

Do not use any detergent other than

mild detergent. Before using any

detergent, verify the ingredients.

Otherwise, the product could discolor

or stain the aluminum wheels.

NOTE

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Do not use a wire brush or any

abrasive cleaner, polishing

compound, or solvent on aluminum

wheels. They may damage the

coating.

Thoroughly ﬂush the underbody and

wheel housings with lukewarm or cold

water at the end of each winter. Try

also to do this every month.

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Always use a sponge or soft cloth to

clean the wheels.

Pay special attention to these areas

because they easily hide mud and dirt.

It will do more harm than good to wet

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Rinse the wheels thoroughly with

lukewarm or cold water. Also, be

sure to clean the wheels after driving

on dusty or salted roads to help

prevent corrosion.

Avoid washing your vehicle in an

automatic car wash that uses

high-speed or hard brushes.

result in deformation of plastic parts

or paint damage.

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Plastic Part Maintenance

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When cleaning the plastic lenses of

the lights, do not use gasoline,

kerosene, rectiﬁed spirit, paint,

thinner, highly acidic detergents, or

strongly alkaline detergents.

Otherwise, these chemical agents

can discolor or damage the surfaces

resulting in a signiﬁcant loss in

functionality. If plastic parts become

inadvertently exposed to any of these

chemical agents, ﬂush with water

immediately.

If plastic parts such as the bumpers

become inadvertently exposed to

chemical agents or ﬂuids such as

gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or

battery ﬂuid, it could cause

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discoloration, staining, or paint

peeling. Wipe oﬀ any such chemical

agents or ﬂuids using a soft cloth

immediately.



High water temperature and high

water pressure car washers are

available depending on the type of

high pressure car washer device. If

the car washer nozzle is put too

close to the vehicle or aimed at one

area for an extended period of time,

it could deform plastic parts or

damage the paint.

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Do not use wax containing

compounds (polish). Otherwise, it

could result in paint damage.

In addition, do not use an electrical

or air tool to apply wax. Otherwise,

the frictional heat generated could

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sure there is no remaining moisture

on them.

Interior Care

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WARNING

If a seat belt appears frayed or has

abrasions, have it replaced by an

Authorized Mazda Dealer:

If a seat belt is used under such a

condition, it cannot function at its full

capacity which could result in serious

injury or death.

Do not spray water into the vehicle

cabin:

Spraying water into the vehicle cabin is

dangerous as electrical devices such as

the audio and switches could get wet

resulting in a malfunction or vehicle

ﬁre.

Use a mild detergent to remove

soiling from a seat belt:

NOTE

If organic solvents are used for cleaning

the seat belts or they become stained

or bleached, there is the possibility of

them becoming weakened and as a

result, they may not function at their

full capacity which could cause serious

injury or death.

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Do not wipe the interior using

alcohol, chlorine bleach, or organic

solvents such as thinner, benzene,

and gasoline. Otherwise, it may

cause discoloration or stains.



Rubbing hard with a stiﬀ brush or

cloth may cause damage.

NOTE

If the vehicle interior becomes soiled

by any of the following, wipe it oﬀ

immediately using a soft cloth.

Leaving it uncleaned could cause

discoloration, stains, cracks, or peeling

of the coating, and it will make it hard

to wipe oﬀ later.

Clean seat belts diligently if they get

dirty. Leaving them uncleaned will

make it diﬃcult to clean them later,

and it may aﬀect the smooth retracting

of the seat belt.

Vinyl Upholstery Maintenance

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Remove dust and dirt from the vinyl

upholstery using a brush or vacuum.

Remove soiling from vinyl upholstery

using a leather and vinyl upholstery

cleaner.

Beverage or fragrance

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Grease or oil

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Soiling

Seat Belt Maintenance

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1. Clean the soiled area by lightly

dabbing it with a soft cloth soaked

in a mild detergent (approx. 5%)

diluted with water.

2. Wipe oﬀ the remaining detergent

using a cloth soaked in clean water

and wrung out well.

3. Before retracting seat belts which

have been pulled out for cleaning,

dry them oﬀ thoroughly and make

Upholstery Maintenance

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1. Clean the soiled area by lightly

dabbing it with a soft cloth soaked

in a mild detergent (approx. 5%)

diluted with water.

2. Wipe oﬀ the remaining detergent

using a cloth soaked in clean water

and wrung out well.

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Leather Upholstery Maintenance^*

Exposure to direct sunlight for long

periods may cause deterioration and

shrinkage. When parking the car

under direct sunlight for long

periods, shade the interior using

sunshades.

Do not leave vinyl products on the

leather upholstery for long periods.

They may aﬀect the leather quality

and coloring. If the cabin

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1. Remove dust and sand using a

vacuum cleaner.

2. Wipe oﬀ the soiled area with a soft

cloth and a suitable, special cleaner

or a soft cloth soaked in a mild

detergent (about 5%) diluted with

water.

3. Wipe oﬀ the remaining detergent

using a cloth soaked in clean water

and wrung out well.

4. Remove moisture with a dry, soft

cloth and allow the leather to

further dry in a well-ventilated,

shaded area. If the leather gets wet

such as from rain, remove the

moisture and dry it as soon as

possible.

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temperature becomes hot, the vinyl

may deteriorate and adhere to the

genuine leather.

Plastic Part Maintenance

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CAUTION

Do not use polishing agents.

Depending on the product ingredients,

they could cause discoloration, stains,

cracks or peeling of the coating.

NOTE



Because genuine leather is a natural

material, its surface is not uniform

and it may have natural scars,

scratches, and wrinkles.

Instrument Panel Top (Soft pad)

Maintenance

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

To maintain the quality for as long as

Extremely soft material is used for the

soft pad surface. If the soft pad surface

is rubbed harshly with a dry cloth, it

could result in the surface being

damaged and leaving white scratch

marks.

1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft

cloth soaked in a mild detergent

(approx. 5%) diluted with water.

2. Wipe oﬀ the remaining detergent

using a cloth soaked in clean water

and wrung out well.

possible, periodical maintenance,

about twice a year, is recommended.

If the leather upholstery comes into

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contact with any of the following,

clean it immediately.

Leaving it uncleaned could cause

premature wear, mold, or stains.

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Sand or dirt

Grease or oil, such as hand cream

Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or

hair dressing items

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If the leather upholstery gets wet,

promptly remove moisture with a dry

cloth. Remaining moisture on the

surface may cause deterioration such

as hardening and shrinkage.

Active Driving Display

Maintenance^*

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The dust-proof sheet has a coating.

When cleaning, do not use a hard or

rough-surface cloth, or cleaning

detergent. In addition, if a chemical

solvent gets on the active driving

display, wipe it oﬀ immediately. The

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dust-proof sheet could be damaged

and the surface coating could be

scratched. Use a ﬁne, soft cloth such as

those used for cleaning eyeglasses.

Use of glass cleaning products could

damage the thermal ﬁlaments and

the antenna lines.

Cleaning the Floor Mats

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NOTE

Rubber ﬂoor mats should be cleaned

with mild soap and water only.

Use of compressed air when cleaning

the dust-proof sheet is recommended.

Panel Maintenance

WARNING

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If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it oﬀ

with a soft cloth soaked in clean water

and thoroughly wrung out.

If some areas require further cleaning,

use the following procedure:

1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft

cloth soaked in a mild detergent

(approx. 5 %) diluted with water.

2. Wipe oﬀ the remaining detergent

using a cloth soaked in clean water

and wrung out well.

Do not use rubber cleaners, such as

tire cleaner or tire shine, when

cleaning rubber ﬂoor mats:

Cleaning the rubber ﬂoor mats with

rubber cleaning products makes the

ﬂoor mats slippery.

This may cause an accident when

depressing the accelerator, brake, or

clutch (Manual transmission) pedal or

when getting in or out of the vehicle.

After removing the ﬂoor mats for

cleaning, always reinstall them securely

(page 3-49).

NOTE

Be particularly careful when cleaning

shiny surface panels and metallic parts

such as plating as they can be

scratched easily.

Cleaning the Window Interiors

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If the windows become covered with

an oily, greasy, or waxy ﬁlm, clean

them with glass cleaner. Follow the

directions on the container.

CAUTION

Do not scrape or scratch the inside

of the window glass. It could

damage the thermal ﬁlaments and

the antenna lines.

When washing the inside of the

window glass, use a soft cloth

dampened in lukewarm water, gently

wiping the thermal ﬁlaments and the

antenna lines.

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