VOLKSWAGEN CC 2012 Owners Manual

Cleaning and changing the windshield wiper blades

Fig. 172 Changing the windshield wiper blades.

Changing wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm(s) away from the windshield.
Press and hold the release button ⇒ fig. 172 (1).
While lifting the wiper blade in the direction of the wiper arm, pull
off the wiper blade in the direction of the arrow. This may require
moderate force.
Install a new wiper blade of same length and type onto the wiper
arm by pushing in the opposite direction of the arrow until it latches.
Carefully fold the wiper arm back down onto the windshield.
WARNING
Worn or dirty wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the
risk of accidents and severe injuries.
Always change wiper blades if they are damaged or worn,
and if they cannot clean the windows sufficiently.
NOTICE
Damaged or dirty wiper blades can scratch the windshield.
Solvents, abrasive sponges and sharp-edged objects will
damage the graphite coating on the wiper blades.
Do not clean the windows with gasoline, nail polish remover,
paint thinner or similar fluids.
To help prevent damage to the engine hood and the wind-
shield wiper arms, lift the wiper arms away from the windshield
only when they are in the service position.
Waxing and polishing vehicle paint

Even if a wax solution is used regularly at the car wash, Volkswagen
recommends applying a coat of hard wax at least twice a year to pro-
tect the paint.
Polishing
Polish your vehicle if the paint has lost its shine and the gloss cannot
be brought back with wax.
The vehicle must be waxed after polishing if the polish used does not
contain wax compounds to seal the paint.
NOTICE
To help prevent damage, do not use hard wax or polish on
matte-finished parts, plastic parts, headlights or rear lights.
Do not wax or polish your vehicle if it is dirty, or in a sandy or
dusty place.
Caring for and cleaning chrome and aluminum parts

Interior care and cleaning

WARNING
Vehicle care products can be dangerous. Improper use can
cause accidents, burns, poisoning, or other serious personal
injuries.
Always store vehicle care products only in original contain-
ers that are securely closed.
Always read and heed all the instructions and all WARNINGS
on the package.
To reduce the risk of poisoning, never use empty food or
beverage containers that might mislead someone into drinking
from them.
Always keep vehicle care products out of the reach of chil-
dren.
Always use such products outdoors or in well-ventilated are-
as, because harmful vapors may be released when these prod-
ucts are used.
Never use fuel, turpentine, engine oil, nail polish remover or
other volatile fluids for vehicle care. They are poisonous and
highly flammable.
WARNING
Improper care and cleaning of vehicle components can com-
promise the vehicle's safety features and cause serious per-
sonal injury.
Always clean and maintain vehicle components according to
manufacturer's instructions.
Only use approved or recommended cleaners.
NOTICE
Vehicle care products containing solvents can cause irrepara-
ble damage to plastics and other vehicle materials.
Stains, dirt and other deposits that contain aggressive sub-
stances or solvents can corrode vehicle materials and cause
permanent damage, even after brief contact with the surface.
Remove stains, dirt, and other deposits as quickly as possible
and do not allow them to dry.

To help prevent damage, have stubborn stains removed by a
professional who has the necessary expertise and experience.
Suitable care products are available from authorized Volkswagen
dealers and authorized Volkswagen Service Facilities.
Caring for upholstery

Cleaning upholstery, fabric trim and Alcantara®

Cleaning upholstery on non-heated seats, manual seats, or seats
without airbag components
Before using any cleaning agent, familiarize yourself with instruc-
tions and warnings on the packaging.
Vacuum upholstery, fabric trim, Alcantara® upholstery, and carpet-
ing regularly with a suitable brush attachment.
Do not use power washers, steam cleaners, or cooling spray.
A soft sponge or a commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth
may be used for general cleaning ⇒ .
Clean Alcantara® surfaces with a damp cotton or wool cloth or a
commercially available lint-free microfiber cloth ⇒ .
Upholstery and fabric trim with light generalized soiling can be
cleaned with a commercially available dry-foam cleaner.
If the upholstery and fabric trim pieces are heavily soiled, see your
authorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility before you begin cleaning to learn about suitable cleaning
options. If necessary, have the cleaning done by a professional.
Treating stains
When treating stains, it may be necessary to clean the entire surface
and not just the stain itself. This is especially true if the entire surface
has become dirty from normal use. Otherwise, the area that is treated
may become lighter than the untreated area. If you have questions or
concerns, consult a professional cleaner.

Type of stain Recommended cleaning for fabric and uphol-
stery
Water-based
stains, such as
coffee or fruit
juice.
– Moisten a sponge with water and rub the stain
gently with a circular motion.
– Wipe dry with an absorbent cloth.
Persistent stains,
such as choco-
late or make-up.
– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning prod-
ucts.
– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery pro-
fessionally cleaned.

Type of stain Recommended cleaning for fabric and uphol-
stery
Grease-based
stains, such as
oil, lipstick, etc.
– Use only Volkswagen-approved cleaning prod-
ucts.
– If necessary, have the fabric or upholstery pro-
fessionally cleaned.

WARNING
If there is a malfunction in the airbag system, the airbag may
not deploy correctly or at all, or it may deploy unexpectedly.
This could cause fatal injuries.
Have the airbag system inspected immediately by your au-
thorized Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service
Facility.
NOTICE
If the upholstery on power seats, heated seats, or seats with air-
bag components is wet, electrical components and the vehicle
electrical system could be damaged.
If the seating surface becomes soaked, have it dried and the
system components checked immediately by an authorized
Volkswagen dealer or authorized Volkswagen Service Facility.
Do not use steam cleaners because the steam could cause the
dirt to penetrate deeper into the fabric and make it impossible to
remove.
Power washers and cooling sprays can damage the uphol-
stery.
NOTICE
Clean only the carpet and floor mats with brushes. Other tex-
tile surfaces can be damaged by brushes.
If detergent pastes or mild detergent solutions are applied with
a damp cloth or sponge, the surfactants in the detergent may
cause visible lines to form at the edges of the area where the

detergent was applied. These lines are generally difficult or im-
possible to remove.
NOTICE
Do not soak Alcantara®.
Do not treat Alcantara® with leather care products, solvents,
floor wax, shoe polish, stain remover or similar products.
Do not use brushes for damp cleaning, because they can
damage upholstery surfaces.
Do not use a steam cleaner, because dirt will penetrate deeper
into the fabric.
Care and cleaning of leather upholstery