Mazda 3 Owner's Manual page 432

Replacing Rear Window Wiper
Blade (5-Door)
When the wiper no longer cleans well, the
blade is probably worn or cracked.
Replace it.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, do not move
the wiper by hand.
1. Remove the cover and raise the wiper
arm.
2. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the
right until it unlocks, then remove the
blade.
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the rear window,
do not let the wiper arm fall on it.
3. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it
out of the blade holder.
4. Remove the metal stiffeners from the
blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.
CAUTION
Do not bend or discard the stiff eners.
You need to use them again.
Maintenance and Care
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