Automatic Car Washes; Manual Washing - Skoda Citigo Owner's Manual

Automatic car washes

The paintwork of the vehicle is sufficiently resistant that the vehicle can be wash-
ed normally in automatic vehicle wash plants without any problem. That said, the
actual wear on the paint to a large extent depends on the design of the car wash,
how the water is filtered and the type of washing detergent/care product used. If
the paintwork appears glossy after the wash and is scratched, inform the operator
of the car wash. Use a different vehicle wash plant, if necessary.
There are no particular points to note before washing your vehicle in an automatic
vehicle wash system other than the usual precautionary measures (closing the
windows, unscrewing the aerial, etc.).
If you have any particular attached parts fitted to your car - such as spoiler, radio
aerials - it is best to first of all consult the operator of the car wash.
It is important to degrease the lips of the windshield wiper rubbers after passing
through the automatic vehicle wash system.
CAUTION
Before driving into an automatic car wash, switch the City Safe Drive system off
⇒ p age 63.

Manual washing

It is important to first soften the dirt with plenty of water and rinse it off as thor-
oughly as possible before washing your vehicle by hand.
One should then clean the vehicle using a soft washing sponge or a washing
glove, applying only slight pressure. Work from the top to the bottom - beginning
with the roof. Only place slight pressure on the vehicle paintwork during cleaning
Only use a car shampoo for stubborn dirt.
Wash out the sponge or washing glove thoroughly at short intervals.
Clean wheels, door sills and similar parts last. Use a second sponge for such areas.
Rinse off the vehicle well after giving it a wash and dry it off using a chamois
leather.
Using the system Safety
● The ignition should always be switched off when you wash your vehicle -
risk of accident!
● Protect your hands and arms from sharp-edged metal parts when you are
cleaning the underfloor, the inside of the wheel housings or the wheel trims -
risk of cuts.
● Do not wash your vehicle in bright sunlight - risk of paint damage.
● Ensure that the jet of water is not aimed directly at the locking cylinders or at
the door and panel joints if you spray your vehicle in winter down with a hose -
risk of freezing.
● Do not use any insect sponges, rough kitchen sponges or similar cleaning
products - risk of damage to the surface of paintwork.
Only wash your vehicle at washing bays specifically reserved for this purpose. It is
not even permitted to wash your vehicle in certain areas except at such specific
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washing bays.
Washing with a high-pressure cleaner
When you wash your vehicle with a high-pressure cleaner, it is essential to comply
with the instructions for use of the cleaning equipment. This applies in particular
to the pressure used and to the spraying distance. Maintain a sufficiently large
distance to soft materials such as rubber hoses or insulation material.
On no account use circular spray nozzles or so-called dirt cutters!
It is particularly important that you do not clean tyres with circular spray jets.
Damage may occur even at a relatively large spraying distance and if sprayed
only for a short time.
The wash water must be no hotter than 60 °C, otherwise the vehicle can be dam-
aged.
Driving Tips General Maintenance
Taking care of your vehicle and cleaning the vehicle
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