Windshield Wiper Arm Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean the windshield wiper arm connector shafts using a wire brush before installing the windshield wiper arms.

Fig 1: Cleaning Windshield Wiper Arm Connector Shafts With Wire Brush
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