De-Icing Windows And Exterior Mirrors; Radio Reception And Aerial; Headlight Lenses; Rubber Seals - Skoda 2012 Superb Owner's Manual

De-icing windows and exterior mirrors

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 174.
Use a plastic ice scraper for removing snow and ice from the windows and mir-
rors. The ice scraper should not be moved forward and backward but in one direc-
tion to avoid any damage to the surface of the glass.
Clean the windows from the inside on a regular basis.
Dry the glass surfaces with a clean chamois leather or a cloth intended for this
purpose.
When drying the windows after washing the vehicle, do not use window leathers
that have been used to polish the bodywork. Residues of preservatives in the
window leather can dirty the window and reduce visibility.
CAUTION
Never remove snow or ice from glass parts using warm or hot water - risk of for-
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mation of cracks in the glass!
When removing snow or ice from windows and mirror lenses ensure that the
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paintwork of the vehicle is not to damage.

Radio reception and aerial

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 174.
With factory-fitted radios and navigation systems, the aerial for the radio recep-
tion can be installed at different locations in the vehicle:
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on the inside of the rear window along with the rear window heater,
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on the inside of the rear side windows,
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on the inside of the windscreen,
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on the roof.

Headlight lenses

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 174.
Use soap and clean water to clean the plastic headlight lenses.
CAUTION
Never wipe the headlights dry and do not use any sharp objects to clean the
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plastic lenses, this may damage the protective paintwork and consequently cause
the formation of cracks on the headlight lenses.
Do not use any aggressive cleaning or chemical solvent products to clean the
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headlights - risk of damaging the headlight lenses.

Rubber seals

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 174.
The rubber seals on doors, folds, the sliding roof and other windows remain
smoother and last longer if the seals are treated regularly with a suitable rubber
care product. Premature wear of the seals and leakages are also prevented in this
way. Rubber seals which are well cared for also do not stick together in cold win-
ter weather.
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Door lock cylinders

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 174.
Specific products must be used for de-icing door lock cylinders.
Note
When washing your vehicle, ensure as little water as possible gets into the lock-
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ing cylinders.
We recommend that suitable materials from ŠKODA Original Accessories are
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used for maintaining the door lock cylinders.
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