Filament Repair
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Protege5 and 2003 Mazda Protege. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Use isopropyl alcohol to clean around the damaged section of the filament.
- Attach tape above and below the damaged section of the filament.
- Using a small brush or marking pen, repair the filament with silver paint or equivalent.
- After approximately 2-3 minutes, carefully remove the tape without disturbing the repaired area.
- Use a hot air blower heated to 150°C (302°F)
for 30 minutes
or let the paint set for 24 hours
at 25°C (77°F)
to allow it to dry completely.CAUTION:
- Do not use the rear window defroster until the paint is completely dry. It may cause other malfunctions if it is used before the paint is dry.