Skoda 2014 Rapid Owner's Manual page 123

Windows and external mirrors
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Read and observe and
Removing snow and ice
Use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and mir-
rors.
The ice scraper can be found on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
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Open the fuel filler flap.
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Slide out the ice scraper in the direction of the arrow
Cleaning windows
Regularly clean windows from the inside with clean water.
Dry the glass surfaces with a clean chamois leather or a cloth intended for this
purpose.
CAUTION
Instructions for removing snow and ice
The ice scraper should not be moved forward and backward but in one direc-
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tion to avoid any damage to the surface of the glass.
Snow or ice that is contaminated with coarse dirt such as fine gravel, sand or
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salt must not be removed from the windows and mirrors – there is a risk of
damage to the surface of the windows and mirrors.
Do not remove snow or ice from glass parts using warm or hot water – risk of
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cracks forming in the glass.
Fig. 109
Fuel filler flap: Ice scraper
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CAUTION
Information for cleaning windows
Do not clean the inside of the windows with sharp-edged objects or corro-
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sive and acidic cleaning agents – there is a risk of damaging the heating ele-
ments or window aerial.
When drying the windows after washing the vehicle, do not use window
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leathers that have been used to polish the bodywork. Residues of preserva-
tives in the window leather can make the window dirty and reduce visibility.
Headlight glasses
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Clean plastic front headlight lenses using clean, warm water and soap.
CAUTION
The headlights are never to be wiped dry - there is a risk of damaging the
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protective lacquer and the headlight glass subsequently developing cracks.
Do not use sharp objects to clean the glasses - there is a risk of damaging
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the protective lacquer and the headlight glasses subsequently developing
cracks.
Do not use any aggressive cleaning or chemical solvent products to clean the
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headlights – risk of damaging the headlight lenses.
Door closing cylinder
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Read and observe and
Specific products must be used for de-icing door lock cylinders.
CAUTION
Make sure that as little water as possible gets into the locking cylinder when
washing the vehicle - there is a risk of freezing the lock cylinder!
Cavity protection
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All the cavities of your vehicle which are at risk from corrosion are protected
for life by a layer of protective wax applied in the factory.
This wax protection does not need to be inspected or re-applied.
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Care and maintenance
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