Hatchback (5HB)

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the set plate. (See SET PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL .) (See FRONT BUMPER INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the connector. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the washer hose from the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply battery voltage to washer motor terminal A, and connect terminal B to ground.
WARNING:
- Water sprayed on the battery and ground could cause electrocution. When performing the washer motor inspection, prepare a container to collect washer fluid and be careful not to spray washer fluid.
Fig 1: Applying Battery Voltage To Washer Motor Terminal A And Connect Terminal B To Ground
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Verify that washer fluid sprays from the front side of the washer motor.

Fig 2: Spraying Washer Fluid From Front Side Of Washer Motor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If washer fluid does not spray from the front side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Apply battery positive voltage to washer motor terminal B, and connect terminal A to ground.
Verify that washer fluid sprays from the rear side of the washer motor.

Fig 3: Spraying Washer Fluid From Rear Side Of Washer Motor
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
- If washer fluid does not spray from the rear side of the washer motor, replace the washer motor. (See WASHER MOTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)