wiper blades SKODA CITIGO 2012 1.G Owner's Manual

Visibility
Rear window heater
Fig. 28
Switch for rear window heater
› The rear window heater is switched on or off by pressing the switch
 » Fig. 28
the warning light in the switch comes on or goes out.
The rear window heater only operates when the engine is running.
The rear window heater switches off automatically after 10 minutes. For the sake of the environment
The 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. Note
If the on-board voltage drops, the rear window heater switches off automatically,
in order to provide sufficient electrical energy for the engine control »

page 118,
Automatic load deactivation . Ð Sun visors
Fig. 29
Sun visor
Adjustment options of the sun visors for the driver and front passenger
› Fold the sun visor towards the windscreen.
› Pull the sun visor from the holder and swing it towards the door in the direction
of the arrow » Fig. 29.
The front passenger sun visor has a vanity mirror. Ð Windscreen wipers and washers
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Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Activating the windscreen wipers and washers 34
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades 35
Replacing the rear window wiper blade 35
The windscreen wipers and the windscreen washer system only operate if the ig-
nition is switched on.
The rear window is wiped once if the windscreen wipers are on when reverse
gear is selected.
Top up with windscreen wiper fluid » page 114. £
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WARNING
■ Properly maintained windscreen wiper blades are essential for clear visibility
and safe driving » page 35.
■ 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. 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.
■ Replace the windscreen wiper blades once or twice a year for safety reasons.
These can be purchased from a ŠKODA Service Partner.
■ 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
■ Periodic wiping is dependent on the driving speed. The faster the driver is go-
ing, the more frequent the wiper action. ■ If there is an obstacle on the windscreen, the wiper will try to push away the
obstacle. If the wiper is blocked by an obstruction, the wiper will remain station-
ary. Remove the the obstacle and switch the wiper on again. ■ The capacity of the windscreen washer fluid reservoir is approximately 3 litres.
■ The wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis with a windscreen clean-
er to avoid any smears. The wiper blades should be cleaned with a sponge or
cloth if they are heavily soiled by insect residues, for example. Ð Activating the windscreen wipers and washers
Fig. 30
Activating the windscreen wipers/rear window wiper
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 33.
Flick wipe
›
If you only wish to wipe the windscreen
briefly, push the lever into the spring-
tensioned position 4
» Fig. 30.
Periodic wiping
› Position the lever upwards into position 1
» Fig. 30.
Slow wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 2
» Fig. 30.
Fast wipe
› Position the lever upwards into position 3
» Fig. 30.
Automatic wipe/wash for windscreen
› Pull the lever towards the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position 5
» Fig. 30, the wash system and the windscreen wipers will operate.
› Release the lever. The windscreen wash system stops and the wiper continues
for another 1-3 wiper strokes (depending on the period of spraying of the wind-
screen).
Wiping the rear window pane
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel into position 6
» Fig. 30 and the
windscreen wiper will operate every 6

seconds.
Automatic wipe/wash for the rear window
› Push the lever away from the steering wheel into the spring-tensioned position 7
» Fig. 30, the windscreen wiper and wash system will operate.
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Release the lever. The washer system stops and the wiper continues for anoth-
er 1-3 wiper strokes (depending on the duration of the spraying process). The
lever will stay in position after releasing it 6
.
Switching windscreen wipers off
› Move the lever back into the home position 0
» Fig. 30.
ÐReplacing the windscreen wiper blades
Fig. 31
Windscreen wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 33.
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.
› Press the windscreen wiper lever into position 4
» Fig. 30 on page 34, the
windscreen wiper arms will move into the service position.
Removing the wiper blade
› Raise the windscreen wiper arm from the rear window and slightly tilt the
windscreen wiper blade towards the wiper arm, arrow A
»
Fig. 31.
› Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end.
› Unlock the locking button 1
and remove the wiper blade in the direction of ar-
row 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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Turn on the ignition and press the windscreen wiper lever into position 4
» Fig. 30 on page 34, the windscreen wiper arms move to the home position.
Ð Replacing the rear window wiper blade
Fig. 32
Rear window wiper blade
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 33.
Removing the wiper blade
›
Raise the windscreen wiper arm from the rear window and slightly tilt the
windscreen wiper blade towards the wiper arm, arrow A
»
Fig. 32.
› Hold the windscreen wiper arm at the top end.
› Unlock the locking button 1
and remove the wiper blade in the direction of ar-
row 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. Ð Rear window
Interior mirror
Basic setting
› Pull the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror forward.
Dimming mirror
› Push the lever on the bottom edge of the mirror backwards. Ð
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WARNING (Continued)
■ The City Safe Drive system can carry out unexpected braking interventions
in complex driving situations, e.g. when vehicles scrape past each other.
■ Taking the City Safe Drive system into account in one's own driving behav-
iour can lead to accidents and serious injuries. The
City Safe Drive system is
not a substitute for the driver's attention. ■ Always adapt your speed and safety distance to the vehicle ahead to the
visibility, weather, road and traffic conditions.
■ The laser beam from the laser sensor can cause serious eye injuries.
■ Never use optical devices, e.g. a range-finder camera or magnifying glass to
look into the laser sensor.
■ The laser beam can also be active when the City Safe Drive system is
switched off or is not available. The laser beam is not visible to the human
eye.
■ The City Safe Drive system cannot detect persons, animals, or crossing vehi-
cles or approaching vehicles in the same lane.
■ The City Safe Drive system cannot exceed physical and system-defined lim-
its. For instance, responses from the
City Save Drive system can happen late
or unexpectedly from the driver's perspective. Always stay attentive and take
control when required. CAUTION
If the vehicle starts to roll after the City Safe Drive system is triggered, use the
foot pedal to break. Note
■ When replacing the windscreen wiper blades, only use windscreen blades ap-
proved by ŠKODA. ■ Do not paint the laser sensor range on the windscreen. Do not cover it up with
stickers or similar. ■ Remove any snow with a hand-held brush and we recommend you remove any
ice with a solvent-free deicing spray. ■ Keep the laser sensor range free of dirt and ice at all times.
■ If the laser sensor range on the windscreen has scratches, cracks, etc, replace
the windscreen. Only use windscreens approved by
ŠKODA. Carrying out repairs
to the windscreen are not permissible. ■
A damaged windscreen in the area of the laser sensor can lead to a failure of
the City Safe Drive

system.
■ Repairing the laser sensor requires specialist expertise. We recommend an au-
thorised
ŠKODA Service partner. Ð Switching the City Safe Drive on and off
Fig. 71
Lower part of the centre con-
sole: Button for the City Safe
Drive system
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 66.
Switching on the City Safe Drive
The City Safe Drive

system is automatically switched on after turning on the igni-
tion.
Switching the City Safe Drive system on and off again
The City Safe Drive system is switched off by pressing the button » Fig. 71 in the
front centre console.
When the City Safe Drive system is switched off while the vehicle is travelling at a
speed between 5–30 km/h (3–19 mph), the warning light   will light up in the
instrument cluster display.
You can switch on the City Safe Drive system again with the button » Fig. 71. The
warning light    lights up for around 5 seconds in the instrument cluster dis-
play.
The City Safe Drive system must be switched off in the following cases.
› When the vehicle is being towed away.
› When the vehicle is driven though an automatic car wash.
› When the vehicle is on a rolling test bench.
› When the laser sensor is faulty.
› After force is applied to the laser sensor.
› When driving off-road (overhanging branches).
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Starting-off and Driving

Towing 136
Towing eye 137
Traction control 61
Traction Control System Warning light 17
Transport Luggage compartment 41
Roof rack system 44
Transporting children safely 87
Two-way radio systems 72
Type plate 145
Tyre repair 132
Tyres see Wheels and tyres 121
U
Underbody protection 101
unlock Central locking system 22
Unlocking Remote control 24
Uphill start assist 60
V
Vehicle battery Automatic load deactivation 118
Charging 117
Checking the electrolyte level 116
Operation in winter 117
Replacing 117
Safety instructions 115
Vehicle data sticker 145
Vehicle dimensions 146
Vehicle key 20
Vehicles running on CNG see CNG 106
Vehicles running on natural gas see CNG 106Vehicle tool kit 127
Visors 33
Visual parking system 63
W
Warning lights 14
Warning lights 14
Warning symbols 14
Warning triangle 127
Washing 97
Automatic car wash system 98
by hand 98
Chrome parts 99
High-pressure cleaner 98
Weights 145
Wheel bolts Anti-theft wheel bolt 131
Caps 123
Loosening and tightening 130
Wheels 119
Wheels and tyres Changing a wheel 128
Full wheel trim 122
General information 119
Handling wheels and tyres 121
New tyres 121
Service life of tyres 120
Snow chains 123
Spare wheel 122
Wheel bolts 123
Winter tyres 123
Window Interior 35
Windows De-icing 100
See Electrical power windows 26
Windscreen washer fluid Checking 114
Replenishing 114
Winter 114Windscreen washer system 34, 114
Windscreen wiper Replacing the rear windscreen wiper blade 35
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades 35
Windscreen wipers Activating 34
Cleaning the windscreen wiper blades 35
Windscreen washer fluid 114
Winter operation Snow chains 123
Winter tyres see Wheels and tyres 123
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