wiper fluid MAZDA MODEL MX-5 2016 Owners Manual (in English)

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When Driving
Switches and Controls
Windshield Wipers and
Washer
The ignition must be switched ON to use
the wipers.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the windshield,
affect your visibility, and could result in
an accident.
Only use windshield washer fluid mixed
with anti-freeze protection in freezing
weather conditions:
Using windshield washer fluid without
anti-freeze protection in freezing
weather conditions is dangerous as
it could freeze on the windshield and
block your vision which could cause
an accident. In addition, make sure
the windshield is sufficiently warmed
using the defroster before spraying the
washer fluid.
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam the
wiper blades, the wiper motor is protected
from motor breakdown, overheating
and possible fire by a circuit breaker.
This mechanism will automatically stop
operation of the blades, but only for about
5 minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper switch
and park off the right-of-way, and remove
the snow and ice.
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and
the blades should operate normally. If
they do not resume functioning, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. Drive to the side of the road and
park off the right-of-way. Wait until the
weather clears before trying to drive with
the wipers inoperative.
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When Driving
Switches and Controls
NOTE
 Switching the auto-wiper lever from the
to the position while driving
activates the windshield wipers once,
after which they operate according to
the rainfall amount. The auto-wiper control may not operate
when the rain sensor temperature is
about -10 °C (14 °F) or lower, or about
85 °C (185 °F) or higher. If the windshield is coated with water
repellent, the rain sensor may not be
able to sense the amount of rainfall
correctly and the auto-wiper control
may not operate properly. If dirt or foreign matter (such as ice or
matter containing salt water) adheres
to the windshield above the rain sensor,
or if the windshield is iced, it could
cause the wipers to move automatically.
However, if the wipers cannot remove
this ice, dirt or foreign matter, the auto-
wiper control will stop operation. In
this case, set the wiper lever to the low
speed position or high speed position
for manual operation, or remove the ice,
dirt or foreign matter by hand to restore
the auto-wiper operation. If the auto-wiper lever is left in the
position, the wipers could operate
automatically from the effect of strong
light sources, electromagnetic waves, or
infrared light because the rain sensor
uses an optical sensor. It is
recommended that the auto-wiper lever
be switched to the position other
than when driving the vehicle under
rainy conditions. The auto-wiper control functions can
be turned off. Refer to Personalization
Features on page 9-9.
Windshield Washer
Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fluid.
W asher
OFF
NOTE
With the wiper lever in the or
position/ position, the wipers will
operate continuously until the lever is
released.
If the washer does not work, inspect the
fluid level (page 6-31). If the fluid level
is normal, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information ........................................................................\
6-2
Introduction ........................................................................\
...........6-2
Scheduled Maintenance .....................................................................6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico) ........6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) ..............................................6-13
Maintenance Monitor ..................................................................6-20
Owner Maintenance ........................................................................\
.6-22
Owner Maintenance Precautions ................................................6-22
Hood ........................................................................\
....................6-24
Engine Compartment Overview .................................................6-26
Engine Oil ........................................................................\
...........6-27
Engine Coolant ........................................................................\
....6-29
Brake/Clutch Fluid ......................................................................6-31
Washer Fluid ........................................................................\
.......6-31
Body Lubrication ........................................................................\
6-32
Wiper Blades ........................................................................\
.......6-33
Battery ........................................................................\
.................6-36
Key Battery Replacement ...........................................................6-38
Tires........................................................................\
.....................6-41
Light Bulbs ........................................................................\
..........6-45
Fuses ........................................................................\
...................6-52
Appearance Care........................................................................\
......6-57
Exterior Care ........................................................................\
.......6-57
Interior Care ........................................................................\
........6-64
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