GROUNDWORK — Replace original Mazda3 hatchback rear wiper rubber Task: mazda-rear-wiper-rubber | Content version 2.0.0 Source page: https://carcare.fewrays.com/tasks/mazda-rear-wiper-rubber/ MODEL / APPLICABILITY [{"modelId":"mazda3-2017-us","market":"US","year":2017,"engine":"SKYACTIV-G 2.0 / 2.5 gasoline","configurations":["5-door"]}] EXCLUSIONS Other model years or markets, Axela / diesel and aftermarket equipment with a different procedure. 4-Door sedans have no covered rear-wiper procedure. Aftermarket holders, arm adjustment, a seized pivot, glass damage, an unknown cover or stopper and an unconfirmed replacement rubber are outside this plan. PREPARE [ ] Park away from traffic, set the parking brake and keep the ignition off unless a final parked functional observation explicitly requires the normal controls. [ ] Is this a 2017 US Mazda3 5-Door with the original rear holder and cover shown on printed pages 6–33/34, matching replacement rubber, its stopper type identified and a way to support the arm without striking the glass? [ ] The matching manual illustrations on printed pages 6–33/34 [ ] A clear workspace where the raised arm can remain supported [ ] Replacement rear blade rubber confirmed for the actual original holder; the cited procedure gives no universal length or part number OBSERVE & RECORD Observation date: __________ Vehicle / equipment confirmed: __________ Record the hatchback equipment match, stopper type, replacement rubber, retained stiffeners, final attachment and the actual wet-glass observation. Keep any incomplete step visible. 5-Door original rear holder / cover and stopper type: __________ Actual replacement rubber matched to holder: __________ Original stiffeners retained without bending: __________ Blade, cover and applicable stopper retention: __________ Safe parked wet-glass result: __________ | Choices: Satisfactory wiping; Streaks / noise remain; Loose / abnormal movement; Not checked Unresolved defect and next action: __________ Before care: __________ STEPS 1. [ ] Check that the rear rubber is worn or cracked rather than only contaminated; use the linked cleaning plan for contamination. Confirm the 5-Door original attachment. Switch the wiper controls and ignition off before handling it. Do not drag the wiper through its sweep by hand. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=445 | PDF 445; printed 6–32 2. [ ] Compare the actual cover with the illustration on printed page 6–33, then remove that cover. On the stopper-equipped type, remove the stopper before raising the arm; on the type without a stopper, raise the arm directly. Keep the arm supported throughout and stop if the parts differ or do not release as illustrated. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=446 | PDF 446; printed 6–33 3. [ ] With the arm supported, rotate the blade to the right in the direction shown in the manual illustration until its attachment unlocks, then remove the blade. This rotates the blade on its attachment; it does not mean forcing the arm through its sweep. Never let the uncovered arm fall onto the rear window. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=446 | PDF 446; printed 6–33 4. [ ] Pull the old rubber down and slide it out of the blade holder. Keep the holder and its original metal stiffeners together. Remove the stiffeners from the old rubber and install them in the confirmed replacement rubber; do not bend or discard them. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=446 | PDF 446; printed 6–33 5. [ ] Carefully insert the replacement rubber into the holder as shown on printed page 6–34. Reinstall the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. Supporting the arm, return it gently to the glass; restore the stopper on the type that uses it and refit the cover. Confirm each removed part is securely back in its original place before using the controls. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=447 | PDF 447; printed 6–34 6. [ ] For the result record, with the assembly complete and everyone clear, wet the rear glass and observe the wiper using the normal controls while parked. Record wiping coverage, noise and any looseness; do not run the test on dry glass. If the wet observation is pending, save incomplete work. Stop operating a loose blade or one that moves abnormally. https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=447 | PDF 447; printed 6–34 DECISION CHECKS Is this a 2017 US Mazda3 5-Door with the original rear holder and cover shown on printed pages 6–33/34, matching replacement rubber, its stopper type identified and a way to support the arm without striking the glass? Yes — equipment, materials and safe conditions confirmed → Follow the matched-equipment plan and record only what you actually do and observe. Not yet / uncertain → Preparation saved. Confirm the equipment, material and safe conditions before proceeding. A mismatched attachment, stuck cover or stopper, bent stiffeners, damaged glass, insecure refitting or abnormal movement during the wet-glass check → Stop for mismatched or stuck fittings, bent stiffeners, damaged glass or insecure refitting. Keep the wiper off if it is loose or moves abnormally and ask Mazda or a suitable repairer to inspect the attachment. After the complete assembly is refitted, what did the safe parked wet-glass check show? Matching rubber installed, original stiffeners reused, holder / cover / applicable stopper secured and satisfactory wet wiping observed → The rear-rubber replacement and actual wet-glass result are recorded. Continued noise, streaks or insecure retention still needs inspection. A mismatched attachment, stuck cover or stopper, bent stiffeners, damaged glass, insecure refitting or abnormal movement during the wet-glass check → Stop for mismatched or stuck fittings, bent stiffeners, damaged glass or insecure refitting. Keep the wiper off if it is loose or moves abnormally and ask Mazda or a suitable repairer to inspect the attachment. Work or the repeat observation is still incomplete → Preparation or incomplete work recorded. A satisfactory repeat observation is still pending. RECHECK After full refitting, compare the same rear viewing area on wet glass while parked. No wet observation means incomplete work; persistent noise, streaks or loose movement needs inspection. After care: __________ Retest: not checked / improved / unchanged / worse If an earlier condition changes, reassess the later checks and result. RESULT CHECK Matching rubber installed, original stiffeners reused, holder / cover / applicable stopper secured and satisfactory wet wiping observed After full refitting, compare the same rear viewing area on wet glass while parked. No wet observation means incomplete work; persistent noise, streaks or loose movement needs inspection. Preserve any unresolved defect and its next action; a completed web record does not certify a repair. STOP CONDITIONS A mismatched attachment, stuck cover or stopper, bent stiffeners, damaged glass, insecure refitting or abnormal movement during the wet-glass check Stop for mismatched or stuck fittings, bent stiffeners, damaged glass or insecure refitting. Keep the wiper off if it is loose or moves abnormally and ask Mazda or a suitable repairer to inspect the attachment. Stop if the actual part, attachment or surface differs from the matched manual. SERVICE HANDOFF Stop for mismatched or stuck fittings, bent stiffeners, damaged glass or insecure refitting. Keep the wiper off if it is loose or moves abnormally and ask Mazda or a suitable repairer to inspect the attachment. Notes: __________ SOURCES 2017 Mazda3 — Rear Wiper Replacement Scope and Precautions https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=445 | PDF 445; printed 6–32 Source checked 2026-10-25 Manufacturer copyright retained. Facts and links only; original checklist prose. No OEM images or full manuals republished. 2017 Mazda3 — Rear Wiper Cover, Stopper, Holder and Stiffeners https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=446 | PDF 446; printed 6–33 Source checked 2026-10-25 Manufacturer copyright retained. Facts and links only; original checklist prose. No OEM images or full manuals republished. 2017 Mazda3 — Rear Wiper Rubber Installation https://www.mazdausa.com/siteassets/global-resources/vehicle-resources/owner-manuals/2017/mazda3/2017-mazda3-owners-manual.pdf#page=447 | PDF 447; printed 6–34 Source checked 2026-10-25 Manufacturer copyright retained. Facts and links only; original checklist prose. No OEM images or full manuals republished. This blank plan records no completed maintenance or verified repair.