Note
The windscreen wipers work only when the ignition is switched on and the bon-
net is closed.
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Checking and replenishing the windscreen washer fluid level
Fig. 49 In the engine compart-
ment: Cover of the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir.
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 77.
Regularly check the windscreen washer fluid level and replenish if necessary.
● Open the bonnet
⇒ page 131.
● The windscreen washer fluid reservoir is indicated by the symbol on the
cover ⇒ fig. 49.
● Check that there is still sufficient windscreen washer fluid in the reservoir.
● To replenish, mix clear water with a windscreen cleaner recommended by Ško-
da ⇒ . Follow the mixing instructions on the packaging.
● In cold outside temperatures, add a special antifreeze agent to prevent the
water from freezing ⇒ .
Capacities
The capacity of the windscreen washer fluid reservoir is approximately 5.4 litres.
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WARNING
Never mix radiator antifreeze or similar unsuitable additives in the windscreen
washer fluid. This would form an oily film on the windscreen which impairs
visibility significantly.
● Use clean, clear water with a windscreen cleaner recommended by Škoda.
● Where appropriate, add a suitable antifreeze agent to the windscreen
washer fluid.
NOTICE
● Never mix the cleaning agents recommended by Škoda with other cleaning
agents. Otherwise, this could cause flocculation of the ingredients resulting in
clogging of the windscreen washer nozzles.
● When replenishing, be sure not to mix up fluids under any circumstances!
Otherwise, this could cause severe malfunctions and damage to the engine!
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