No asbestos.
Reduction in the “vaporisation” of plastics.
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General information
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Pay attention to low-slung parts of the vehicle, such as the spoiler and ex-
haust, particularly in the following situations.
Manufacture
Solvent-free cavity protection.
Solvent-free protection of the vehicle for transportation from the production
plant to the customer.
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When driving on poorly maintained roads and tracks.
When driving over kerb stones.
When driving on steep ramps, etc.
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The use of solvent-free adhesives.
No CFCs used in the production process.
Without use of mercury.
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Particular attention is necessary for vehicle with a sports suspension and
when then vehicle is fully laden.
Use of water-soluble paints.
Driving through water on streets
Trade-in and recycling of old cars
ŠKODA meets the requirements of the brand and its products with regard to
protecting the environment and the preserving resources. All new ŠKODA ve-
hicles can be utilized up to 95 % and always 1) be returned.
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Driving through water
In a lot of countries sufficient trade-in networks have been created, where you
can trade-in your vehicle. After you trade-in your vehicle, you will receive a
confirmation stating the recycling in accordance with environmental regula-
tions.
Note
Detailed information about the trade-in and recycling of end-of-life cars is
available from a specialist garage.
The following instructions must be observed if vehicle damage is to be avoided
when driving through water (e.g. flooded roads).
Avoiding damage to your vehicle
Determine the depth of the water before driving through it.
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The water level must not reach above the web of the lower sill » Fig. 111.
Introduction
Do not drive any faster than at a walking speed.
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This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
At a higher speed, a water wave can form in front of the vehicle, which can
cause water to penetrate into the engine's air intake system or other parts of
the vehicle.
General information
Driving through water on streets
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Never stop in the water, do not reverse and do not switch the engine off.
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Subject to fulfilment of the national legal requirements.
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Driving
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