1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Column cover.
b. Wiper and washer switch.
3. Use a tester to measure and verify that the continuity between the rear wiper and washer switch terminals is as indicated in the table.

If the continuity is not as indicated in the table, replace the wiper and washer switch..

General
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch InspectionExtractor Chamber Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear splash shield.
b. Rear combination light.
c. Rear bumper.
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver shown in the figure and remove
clips in the direction of arrow (1).
4. Remove the extractor cham ...
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...
Rear Wiper Arm And Blade Adjustment
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off or on).
2. Operate the rear wiper.
3. Verify that the rear wiper is operating and stop the rear wiper.
4. Verify that the rear wiper is stopped at the auto-stop position.
5. Remove the rear wiper arm and blade..
6. Install the rear wiper arm to the ser ...