Mazda mx-5 2017 Owner's Manual page 427

Do not get any car wax on the

convertible top.
If you do, remove it with a good leather
cleaner or mild detergent (about 5%
solution).
Too much treatment on the convertible

top can be as damaging as too little.
Follow the manufacturer's directions.
Do not overdo it!
Let the convertible top dry completely

before lowering after applying treatment
or dressing.
Drain filter cleaning procedure
NOTE
If leaves or other matter block the drain
filter, water may enter the vehicle.
Clean the drain filter at least once a year.
Drain filter
Appearance Care
1. Check the position of the drain filter
with your hand from behind the bow.
Bow
Drain filter
2. Remove the drain filter while pressing
the tab.
3. Remove leaves and other matter
accumulated in the drain filter.
4. Reinstall the drain filter in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
CAUTION
When installing the drain filter, make
sure that the drain filter is securely
attached to its designated position by
pushing it until the tab locks. Water
may enter the vehicle if the drain
filter is not secured to its designated
position.
Maintenance and Care
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