Rear Wiper Arm Installation Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Clean the rear wiper arm connector shaft using a wire brush before installing the rear wiper arm.

Fig 1: Cleaning Rear Wiper Arm Connector Shaft Using Wire Brush
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