B3000 DS Regular Cab 2WD V6-3.0L OHV (2002)
Wiper Blade: Technical Service Bulletins
Wipers/Washers - Wiper Blade Cleaning & Maintenance
TSB: 09-006/06
MULTI MODEL - WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADE MAINTENANCE AND
CLEANING
APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS
2004-2006 Mazda3
2003-2006 Mazda6
2006 MAZDASPEED6
2004-2006 RX-8
2006 MX-5
2000-2006 MPV
2001-2006 Tribute
2000-2006 B-Series Truck
2000-2003 Protege
2002-2003 Protege5
2000-2005 Miata
2000-2002 626
2000-2002 Millenia
DESCRIPTION
The following procedures are recommended to maintain windshield wiper blade performance.
Customers having this concern should have their vehicle repaired using the following repair procedure.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Scheduled Maintenance:
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Check wiper blades every 4 - 6 months or 7,500 miles for wear, cracking and contamination.
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Clean glass and wiper blades if blades are not cleaning glass adequately.
If this does not correct the problem, then replace the rubber blades.
2.
Cleaning Procedure:
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Wiper Rubber: Bugs, dirt, sap, and road grime on blades will cause streaking. Clean wiper rubber of road and environmental debris using a
cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or mild detergent.
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DO NOT USE fuel, kerosene, or petroleum based products to clean wiper blades.
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Windshield: Bugs, road grime, sap and car wash wax treatments decrease wiper blade performance.
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Rinse windshield with water and apply non-abrasive cleaner with a sponge.
NOTE:
Make sure to use plenty of water with all powder based cleaners so the glass is not scratched.
3.
Contributors to Poor Performance/Decreased Rubber Blade Life (requires rubber replacement):
