2012 SKODA OCTAVIA wiper blades

For the sake of the environmentThe heating should be switched off as soon as the window is de-iced or free from
mist. The reduced current consumption will have a favourable effect on fuel econ-
omy » page 102 , Convenience consumers .
Note
If the on-board voltage drops, the windscreen and rear window heater switches
off automatically, to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine con-
trol » page 180 , Automatic load deactivation .
Sun visors
Fig. 36
Sun visor: left/right
The sun visor for the driver or front passenger can be pulled out of the fixture and
swivelled towards the door in the direction of the arrow
1
» Fig. 36 .
The sun visors each have a vanity mirror
B
with a cover. Push the cover in the
direction of the arrow
2
.
The purpose of the note holder
B
is to store small, light objects, such as a note-
pad, etc.
WARNINGThe sun visors must not be swivelled towards the side windows in the deploy-
ment area of the head airbags if any objects, such as ball-point pens, etc. are attached to them. These objects might result in injuries to the occupants if
the head airbag is deployed.

Sun screenFig. 37
Sun screen
The sun screen is located in a housing on the luggage compartment cover.
Pulling out
›
Grab the handle
B
» Fig. 37 .
›
Remove the sun screen and hang it from the brackets
A
.
Folding
›
Grab the handle
B
» Fig. 37 .
›
Remove the sun screen from the brackets
A
and slowly roll it up again into the
housing on the luggage compartment cover.
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Windscreen wipers and washers
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Windscreen wipers and washers
54
Headlight cleaning system
55
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
56
Replacing the rear window wiper blade
56
The windscreen wipers and the wash system only operate if the ignition is
switched on and the bonnet is closed.
If the intermittent wipe is switched on, the intervals are also controlled depend-
ing on speed.
When automatic wiping in rain is active, the wiper intervals are regulated based
on the intensity of the rain. 
53Lights and visibility

The rear window is wiped once automatically if the windscreen wipers are onwhen reverse gear is selected.
Automatic rear window wiping can be activated/deactivated in the Infotain-
ment » operating instructions for Infotainment , chapter Setting vehicle systems
(CAR button) .
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 176.WARNING■
Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 56.■
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.
■
Automatic wiping in rain only operates as a support. The driver is not re-
leased from the responsibility to set the function of the windscreen wipers
manually depending on the visibility conditions.
■
Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety rea-
sons. These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Partner.
CAUTION
■ In cold temperatures and during the winter, check before the journey or before
switching on the ignition that the wiper blades are not frozen to the windscreen. If the windscreen wipers are switched on when the blades are frozen to the
windscreen, this may damage both the blades and windscreen wiper motor!■
If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wipers are switched on, the
windscreen wipers will continue wiping in the same mode after the ignition is
turned back on. The windscreen wipers could freeze up in cold temperatures be- tween the time the ignition was turned off and when it was turned back on again.
■
Carefully detach frozen wiper blades from the front or rear window.
■
Remove snow and ice from the windscreen wipers before driving.
■
If the windscreen wipers are handled carelessly, there is a risk of damage to the
windscreen.
■
The ignition must not be switched on if the front windscreen wiper arms are fol-
ded out. The wiper blades would move back into their rest position and while do-
ing so damage the paintwork of the bonnet.
Note■ The windscreen wiper switches off each time the ignition switches off for the
third time. This counteracts an early fatigue of the wiper rubbers.■
If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. The wiper stops automatically after 5 attempts to eliminate the obsta-
cle, in order to avoid a damage to the wiper. Remove the the obstacle and switch
the wiper on again.
■
The rear window wiper only operates if the boot lid is closed.
■
The windscreen washer nozzles for the windscreen are heated when the en-
gine is running and the outside temperature is less than approx. +10 °C.
■
Keep the wiper blades clean. The wiper blades can become soiled with wax resi-
dues after washing in automatic vehicle wash systems for example » page 160.
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Windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 38
Operating lever: Function of the
the windscreen wipers and
washers
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 53.
Function of the windscreen wipers and washers in the individual posi-
tions » Fig. 38
Wipers off
Periodic windscreen wiping/automatic wiping in rain slow windscreen wipingrapid windscreen wiping
Flick windscreen wiping (spring-tensioned position)
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen (spring-tensioned position) Wiping the rear window pane (the windscreen wiper wipes every 6 seconds) 
012345654Using the system

Replacing the windscreen wiper bladesFig. 39
Windscreen wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-ings on page 53.
Before replacing the windscreen wiper blade, put the windscreen wiper arms into
the service position.
Service position for changing wiper blades
›
Closing the bonnet.
›
Switch the ignition off and on again.
›
Within 10 seconds, press the lever in position
4
and keep it held for around 2
seconds » Fig. 38 on page 54.
The windscreen wiper arms move into the service position.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Raise the windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen » Fig. 39.
›
Tilt the wiper blade as far as it can go in the direction of the windscreen wiper
arm - arrow
A
.
›
Hold the upper part of the windscreen wiper arm and unlock the securing mech-
anism
1
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
B
.
Attaching the wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade until the stop and it locks in place.
›
Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arms back to the windscreen.
›
Turn on the ignition and press the lever into position
4
» Fig. 38 on page 54.
The windscreen wiper arms move into the home position.
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Replacing the rear window wiper bladeFig. 40
Rear window wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn- ings on page 53.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Raise the windscreen wiper arm away from the windscreen » Fig. 40.
›
Tilt the wiper blade as far as it can go in the direction of the windscreen wiper
arm - arrow
A
.
›
Hold the upper part of the windscreen wiper arm and unlock the securing mech-
anism
1
.
›
Remove the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow
B
.
Attaching the wiper blade
›
Push the windscreen wiper blade until the stop and it locks in place.
›
Check that the wiper blade is correctly attached.
›
Fold the wiper arm back to the windscreen.
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Rear mirror
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Interior mirror
57
Exterior mirror
58

56Using the system

Hazard warning light system49
Headlight beam adjustment44
Headlight flasher45
Main beam45
parking light45
Parking light44
Rear fog light48
Replacing bulbs202
Tourist light46
Turn signal light45
Lights Low beam
44
switching on and off44
Warning lights12
Loads207
Locking Remote control
32
Locking and unlocking from the inside32
Lock the vehicle Keys
31
Luggage compartment Emergency unlocking
38
Fixing nets66
Folding double hooks66
Unlocking the luggage compartment lid38
M
Mirror Exterior mirror
58
Vanity53
Mobile phone134
Multicollision brake112
Multifunction display Functions
22
Memory22
Select data22
Multimedia135
AUX137
MEDIA IN137
USB137
N
Nets
66
O
Oil refer to Engine oil
172
Onboard computer see Multifunction display
22
Operation in winter De-icing windows
162
Diesel fuel169
Vehicle battery179
Outside temperature21
Overview Engine compartment
172
Warning lights12
P
Paint see Paint damage
161
Paint damage161
Parking automatic brake assist
116
Manoeuvring out of a parallel parking space116
Park Assist116
Parking aid114
Parking ticket holder80
Passive Safety138
Pedals99
Petrol refer to Fuel
168
Polishing the paintwork refer to Taking care of your vehicle
161
Power sockets 12 V
71
230 V71
Power steering93
Power windows Button in the front passenger door40
Preservation refer to Taking care of your vehicle
161
ProActive passenger protection125
R
Radiator fan
175
Radio reception Aerial
162
Functional fault162
Raise vehicle191
Rear mirror56
Exterior mirror58
Interior mirror57
Rear seats Seat backrest
63
Rear window - heating52
Recirculated air mode Climatronic
87
Manual air conditioning system85
Recommended gear21
Refuelling167
Fuel167
Regulation Headlight beam
44
Remote control32
Auxiliary heating (auxiliary heating)90
Synchronisation process33
Remote control key Replacing the battery
28
Replacement of parts165
replacing Vehicle battery
179
Replacing bulbs
202
Fuses199
The rear window wiper blade56
Wiper blades56
215Index

Windscreen wiperReplacing the rear window wiper blade56
Windscreen wipers Activating
54
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades56
Windscreen washer fluid176
Winter operation Snow chains
186
Winter tyres see Wheels
186
218Index