2009 SKODA FABIA heating

Contents3
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
ContentsLayout of this Owner's Manual
(explanations)
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Using the system
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Cockpit
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General view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The brief instruction
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Basic functions and important information . . . . .
Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights
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General view of the instrument cluster . . . . . . . . .
Engine revolutions counter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Coolant temperature gauge* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuel gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Counter for distance driven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Interval Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Digital clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional indicator (onboard computer)*
Information display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Auto Check Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unlocking and locking
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Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Child safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Central locking system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Remote control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Anti-theft alarm system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior monitor* and towing protection
monitoring* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical power windows* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric sliding/tilting roof* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lights and Visibility
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Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Visibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seats and Storage
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Front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating the front seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Variable loading floor* (Combi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Net partition* (Combi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bicycle carrier* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The roof rack* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front cup holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear cup holder* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cigarette lighter* and power sockets* . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating and air conditioning system
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Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Recirculated air mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatic (semi-automatic air conditioning
system)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Climatronic (automatic air conditioning)* . . . . . .
Starting-off and Driving
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Setting steering wheel position* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switching off the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shifting (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking aid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cruise control system (CCS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Automatic gearbox
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6-speed automatic gearbox* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Communication
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Operating the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio and mobile phone operation . . . . . . . . . . . .
Universal telephone preinstallation with voice
control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inserting the mobile phone with the adapter* . .
Mobile phone operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Voice commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enter PIN code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Dial number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repeat last call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Phone voice phonebook* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bluetooth®* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Mobile phones and two-way radio system . . . . .
Input AUX-IN* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety
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Passive Safety
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Basic information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Correct seated position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Seat belts
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Why seat belts? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The physical principle of a frontal collision . . . . . 6
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Cockpit 8CockpitGeneral viewThis overview will help you to quickly familiarise yourself with the
displays and the control elements.
Electric power-operated window* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electric exterior mirror adjustment* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Multi-functional module* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
−Turn signal light, headlight and parking light, headlight flasher
−Cruise control system* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Headlight flasher, driver airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instrument cluster: Instruments and indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for the multi-functional switch:
−Multi-functional indicator* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Windshield wiper and wash system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for rear window heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
−Switch for the ESP* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Switch for the TCS* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Air outlet vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator light for a switched off front seat passenger airbag* . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
−Operating controls for the heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Operating controls for Climatic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Operating controls for Climatronic* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage compartments on the front passenger side* . . . . . . . . . .
Front passenger airbag* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Switch for the front seat passenger airbag(s)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Switch depending on equipment fitted:
−Unlocking the boot lid* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Interior monitor* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fuse box in the dash panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Light switch and control dial for the headlight beam range
regulation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Bonnet release lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lever for adjusting the steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ignition lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio*
Rocker switch for the heating on the driver's seat* . . . . . . . . . . . .
Buttons for central locking* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
−Gearshift lever (manual gearbox) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Selector lever (6-speed automatic gearbox)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rocker switch for the heating on the front passenger seat* . . . . .
Depending on equipment fitted:
−Ashtray* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
−Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
CD changer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Note
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Equipment which is marked * is only standard on certain vehicle model
versions or only suppliable as optional equipment for certain models.
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Cars with factory-fitted radio or navigation system are supplied with separate
instructions for operating such equipment.
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The arrangement of the controls and switches on right-hand drive models may
differ to some extent from that shown on ⇒page 7, fig. 1. The symbols on the
controls and switches are the same as for left-hand drive models.
A1
46
A2
60
A3
89
A4
112
A5
54
104
A6
139
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15
A8
19
58
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57
A10
155
156
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89
A12
54
A13
146
A14
89
92
95
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84
A16
139
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146
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42
46
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216
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51, 53
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184
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99
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100
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64
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41
A27
102
108
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64
A29
81
85
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123
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The brief instruction11
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
Electric exterior mirror adjustment*Further information ⇒page 60, “Rear mirror”.
Switching lights on and offFurther information ⇒page 51, “Switching lights on and off”.

Heating of the external mirror

Adjusting the left-hand exterior mirror

Adjusting the right-hand exterior mirror

Switching off operating control
Fig. 7 Inner part of door:
Rotary knob
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Switching off all lights

Switching on side lights

Switching on the low beam and main beam

Fog lights*

Rear fog light
Fig. 8 Dash panel: Light
switch
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Instruments and Indicator/Warning Lights 16During the driving time and always before the engine has reached its operating
temperature, generally avoid high engine speeds ⇒page 163.
Caution
The needle of the revolutions counter must on no account move into the red zone
of the scale - risk of engine damage!
For the sake of the environment
Shifting to a higher gear in good time helps to reduce the fuel consumption, mini-
mises operating noise levels, protects the environment and contributes to a longer
life and reliability of the engine.Coolant temperature gauge*The coolant temperature gauge ⇒page 15, fig. 18 operates only when the igni-
tion is switched on.
In order to avoid any damage to the engine, please pay attention to the following
notes regarding the temperature ranges:
Cold range
If the pointer is in the left-hand area of the scale* it means that the engine has not
yet reached its operating temperature. Avoid running at high engine speeds, at full
throttle and at severe engine loads.
The operating range
The engine has reached its operating temperature as soon as the pointer has
reached the mid-range of the scale*. The pointer may also move further to the right
at high engine loads and high outside temperatures. This is not critical provided the
warning symbol
 in the instrument cluster does not flash.
If the symbol
 in the instrument cluster flashes it means that either the coolant
temperature is too high or the coolant level is too low. Observe the guidelines
⇒page 29, “Coolant temperature/coolant level ”.
WARNING
Pay attention to the warning notes ⇒page 185, “Working in the engine
compartment” before opening the bonnet and inspecting the coolant level.
Caution
Additional headlights and other attached components in front of the fresh air inlet
impair the cooling efficiency of the coolant. There is then a risk of the engine over-
heating at high outside temperatures and high engine loads!Fuel gaugeThe fuel gauge ⇒page 15, fig. 18 only operates when the ignition is switched
on.
The fuel tank has a capacity of about 45 litres. The warning symbol in the instrument
cluster lights up when the pointer drops to the reserve marking
. There are now
about 7 litres of fuel remaining in the tank. This symbol is a reminder for you, that
you must refuel.
The following will be displayed in the information display*:
PLEASE REFUEL
A peep sounds as an additional warning signal.
Caution
Never run the fuel tank completely empty! An irregular fuel supply can result in
poor ignition or misfiring. Unburnt fuel may get into the exhaust system and
damage the catalytic converter.
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Unlocking and locking47
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
The power windows operate only when ignition is switched on.
Opening a window
– A window is opened by pres sing lightly on the respective butto n in the
door. The process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can open the window automatically (fully opened) by
pressing the button up to the stop. Renewed pressing of the button
causes the window to stop immediately.
Closing a window
– A window is closed through pulling lightly on the respective button in
the door. The closing process stops when one releases the button.
– Additionally you can close the window automatically (fully closed) by
pulling the button up to the stop. Renewed pulling of the button
causes the window to stop immediately.The buttons for the individual windows are located in the operating part in the
driver's door ⇒page 46, fig. 43, front passenger door and in the rear doors*.
If the buttons for the rear doors are deactivated, the indicator light
 in the safety
switch lights up.
The buttons for power windows in the operating part in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the driver's door
Button for the power window in the front passenger's door
Button for the power window in the rear door on the right*
Button for the power window in the rear door on the left*
Safety pushbutton*
Safety pushbutton*
You can deactivate the buttons for power windows at rear doors by pressing the
safety pushbutton ⇒page 46, fig. 43. The buttons for power windows at rear
doors are activated again by pressing the safety pushbutton again.
WARNING
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If you lock the vehicle from the outside, do not leave any person in the
vehicle since it is no longer possible to open the windows from the inside in
an emergency.
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The system is fitted with a force limiter. If there is an obstacle, the closing
process is stopped and the window goes down by several centimeters. You
should then take particular care when closing the windows! You may other-
wis e suf fe r se v e re inj uri es a s a re s ult of g e tt ing a n ar m , for e xa m ple , ja m m e d
in the window!
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It is recommended to deactivate the electrically operated power
windows in the rear doors (safety pushbutton) ⇒page 46, fig. 43 when
children are being transported on the rear seats.
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In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒page 176 and then operate the power windows otherwise the power
window mechanism could be damaged.Note
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After switching the ignition off, it is still possible to open or close the windows
for a further 10 minutes. The automatic closing and opening functions will not
operate during this time. The power windows are switched off completely once you
open the driver or front passenger door.
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When driving always use the existing heating, air conditioning and ventilation
system for ventilating the interior of the vehicle. If the windows are opened, dust as
well as other dirt can get into the vehicle and in addition the wind noise is more at
certain speeds.
Force limiter of the power windowsThe electrically operated power windows are fitted with a force limiter. It reduces
the risk of bruises or injuries when closing the windows.
If there is an obstacle, the closing process is stopped and the window goes down by
several centimeters.
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Lights and Visibility57
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data
VisibilityRear window heater– Press switch

⇒fig. 57 to switch on the rear window heater.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running. An indicator
light in the switch is illuminated when the rear window heater is switched on.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 20 minutes. If you press
the switch
 once again, the rear window heater is switched on permanently -
the automatic deactivation is thus deactivated.
For the sake of the environment
As soon as the window is de-iced or free from mist, the heating should be switched
off. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel
economy ⇒page 167, “Saving electricity”.
Sun visors
Using the sun visors can contribute to increasing road safety.You can pull the sun visor for the driver or front passenger out of the fixture and
swivel it toward the door in the direction of the arrow ⇒fig. 58.
The vanity mirrors* in the sun visors are provided with covers. Push the cover in
direction of arrow .
On vehicles which are equipped with double sun visor*, you can also unfold the
auxiliary visor after swivelling the sun visor⇒fig. 59.
Fig. 57 Switch for rear
window heater
Fig. 58 Sun visor: swivelling
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Lights and Visibility59
Using the system
Safety
Driving Tips
General Maintenance
Breakdown assistance
Technical Data The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate if the igni-
tion is switched on.
The rear window will be wiped again if the window wipers are on when reverse gear
is selected.
The windscreen washer nozzles are heated* when the ignition is switched on.
Top up with wash liquid ⇒page 197.
WARNING
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Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visi-
bility and safe driving ⇒page 59.
•
Do not use the windscreen washer system at low temperatures, without
heating the windscreen beforehand. Otherwise the window cleaner could
freeze on the windscreen and restrict the view to the front.
•
In the event of a freezing up of the windscreen, first of all eliminate the ice
⇒page 176 and then operate the windscreen wiper otherwise the wind-
screen wiper blades could be damaged.Caution
In frosty weather, please first of all check whether the windscreen wiper blades are
not frozen to the windscreen before switching them on. Switching on windscreen
wipers when the blades are frozen to the windscreen may result in damage both to
the blades and the motor of the windscreen wipers!Headlight cleaning system*The headlights are being cleaned after the windscreen washer system has been
operated for the fifth time, the low beam or main beam are switched on as well as
the windscreen wiper lever is held in the position ⇒page 58, fig. 60 for about 1
second.
You should remove stubborn dirt (such as insect residues) from the headlight
lenses at regular intervals, for example when refuelling. Please refer to the following
guidelines ⇒page 176, “The headlight lenses”.You should remove any snow from the fixtures of the washer nozzles and clear ice
in winter with a de-icing spray in order to ensure proper operation of the cleaning
system.
Replacing wiper blades for the windscreen wipersTaking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen.
– Press the locking button, in order to unlock the wiper blade and pull
off in the direction of arrow.
Attaching a wiper blade
– Push the wiper blade until it locks up to the stop.
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
– Fold the windscreen wiper arm back onto the windscreen.Wiper blades in proper condition are essential to obtain good visibility. Wiper
blades should not be allowed to become dirtied by dust, insect remains and
preserving wax.
Juddering or smearing of the wiper blades could then be due to wax residues left
on the windscreen by vehicle washing in automatic vehicle wash systems. It is
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Fig. 61 Wiper blade for the
windscreen wiper
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Lights and Visibility 60therefore important to degrease the lips of the wiper blades after every pass
through an automatic vehicle wash system.
WARNING
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If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage
to the windscreen.
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You should clean the wiper blades regularly with a windscreen cleaner in
order to avoid any smears. Clean a wiper blade with a sponge or cloth if it is
very dirty, for example from insect residues.
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Replace the wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons. The
wiper blades are available from specialist garages.
Replacing the wiper blade on the rear window wiperTaking off the wiper blade
– Fold windscreen wiper arm out from the windscreen and position the
wiper blade at right angles to the wiper arm ⇒fig. 62.
– Hold the window wiper arm at the top end with one hand.
– With the other hand unlock the locking button in the direction of
arrow and remove the wiper blade.Attaching a wiper blade
– Position the wiper blade onto the wiper arm and lock the locking
button .
– Check whether the wiper blade is correctly attached.
The same remarks apply here as for ⇒page 59.Rear mirrorYou can adjust the exterior mirrors electrically*.Adjust the rear mirror before commencing to drive so that there is a clear
view to the rear.
Dimming the interior mirror
– Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror toward rear (the lever
on the interior mirror must point forwards in it home position).
Heating of the external mirror*
– Turn the rotary knob to position
 ⇒fig. 63.
Fig. 62 Wiper blade for rear
windowAA
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Fig. 63 Inner part of door:
Rotary knob
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