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Wiper And Washer Switch Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
  2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Rotate the steering wheel until the service hole is visible in the position shown in the figure.
    Fig 1: Rotating Steering Wheel Service Hole Position
    G11426880Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. While pressing the wiper and washer switch tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, pull out the wiper and washer switch in the direction of arrow (2) shown in the figure, and detach the wiper and washer switch tab from the start stop unit.
    Fig 2: Pressing Wiper And Washer Switch Tab
    G11426881Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the wiper and washer switch.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.