Mazda 3 Manual page 233

Mazda3_8BY6-EA-11F_Edition1 Page233
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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.
qWindshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever
up or down.
With INT position
Form No.8BY6-EA-11F
Black plate (233,1)
Switches and Controls
Switch Position
Wiper operation
Type Type
No.
A B
Single wipe cycle (mist)
Intermittent
Low speed
High speed
With AUTO position
Switch
Wiper operation
Position
Single wipe cycle (mist)
Auto control
Low speed
High speed
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