Exterior - Skoda CITIGO IV Owner's Manual

Exterior

What you should be mindful of
WARNING
Risk of accident!
After washing the vehicle, the functionality of the
brake system may be affected by moisture and, in
winter, by ice.
Dry and clean the brakes by braking several times.
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NOTICE
Bird droppings, insect residues, litter and sea salt
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residues, etc. are to be removed as soon as possi-
ble.
Do not use rough sponges, scourers or similar to
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remove dirt.
Use cleaning agents intended for cleaning and care
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of the individual materials.
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical
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solvents.
Do not polish the vehicle in a dusty environment.
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NOTICE
Paint damage should be repaired as soon as possi-
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ble.
Do not treat painted parts with or hard waxes.
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Do not polish panels.
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We recommend treating door seals and window
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guides with the appropriate materials from ŠKODA
original accessories. These ensure that the protec-
tive lacquer layer of the seals and window guides is
not attacked.
Before driving through a car wash
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Observe the usual specifications of the car wash,
e.g. close all windows, fold the mirrors, antenna
rod, etc.
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Move the windscreen wiper lever to position
to adjust.
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If there are special attachments on your vehicle,
observe the instructions of the car wash operator.
After washing with a wax preservation
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Wipe off the windscreen wiper blades with a dry
cloth.
Wash with a pressure washer
NOTICE
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
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pressure cleaner. This particularly applies to infor-
mation with respect to the pressure and spray dis-
tance from the vehicle surface.
Do not direct the water jet directly at the following
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vehicle parts.
Components of the high-voltage system, for
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example the charging socket, high-voltage ca-
ble etc.
▶ Foils.
Maintaining and cleaning ›
▶ Locks.
▶ Columns on the vehicle.
Sensors.
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▶ Plastic, chromed and anodised parts.
Remove snow and ice
NOTICE
Remove snow and ice with a plastic scraper or a
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suitable deicing agent.
Clean the cameras with a hand brush.
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Only move the scraper in one direction.
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Do not use scratchers or other sharp objects for
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foils.
Do not remove snow and ice with hot or warm wa-
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ter.
Do not remove snow and ice from surfaces with
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coarse dirt.
Clean the charging cable
WARNING
Risk of electric shock!
Clean the charging cable only after disconnecting it
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from the vehicle and from the charging station.
NOTICE
Risk of damaging the charging cable!
Water must not come in contact with the charging
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cable.
Wipe off the charging cable with a dry cloth.
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A damp wipe can be used for heavier soiling.
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Moisten the wipe in detergent-free water.
If the charging cable is not used for a long time,
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clean it before reusing it.
Instructions for cleaning
Notes on the high-voltage system
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Stop the charging process and close the battery
charging flap.
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Switch off the ignition.
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Components of the high-voltage system, such as
orange cables, must not be damaged.
Handwash
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Wash the vehicle from top to bottom with a soft
sponge or wash glove and plenty of water, if nec-
essary with additional suitable cleaning agents.
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For foils and headlights, use a mild soap solution
that contains two tablespoons of white neutral
soap to one litre of lukewarm water.
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Use a glass cleaner for the windscreen wiper
blades.
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Wash the cameras with clean water and dry with a
suitable clean wipe.
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