Get Lights and vision -> Windscreen wiper and washer Guide for Volkswagen Up 4 Door First Generation (2011-2019)

Protection from the sun

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Sun visors

WARNING

Sun visors can restrict vision when folded down.

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Sun visors should always be replaced in their holder when not in use.

Sun visors

Fig. 64 Sunblind (left-hand side). The right-hand side is a mirror image

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

Various positions for the driver and front passenger sun visors:

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Folded down over the windscreen.

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Pulled out of the bracket and swung over towards the door ⇒ Fig. 64 (arrow).

Vanity mirrors

Some vehicles have a vanity mirror on the folded-down sun visor.

Windscreen wiper and washer

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Windscreen wiper lever

⇒ Windscreen wiper functions

⇒ Service position for the front windscreen wipers

⇒ Checking and refilling the windscreen washer fluid level

Additional information and warnings:

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Exterior views ⇒ Exterior views

Air recirculation mode ⇒ Heating, ventilating, cooling

Preparation for working in the engine compartment ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine

compartment

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Cleaning and caring for the vehicle exterior ⇒ Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior

WARNING

Without adequate frost protection, the washer fluid can freeze on the windscreen and obscure

your view of the road.

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In winter temperatures, the windscreen washer system should only be used when

adequate frost protection has been added.

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Never use the windscreen washer system at winter temperatures before the windscreen

has been heated by the ventilation system. The anti-freeze mixture may otherwise freeze

on the windscreen and restrict vision.

WARNING

Worn or dirty windscreen wiper blades reduce visibility and increase the risk of accidents and

severe injuries.

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Windscreen wiper blades should therefore always be changed if they are damaged or

worn and no longer clean the windscreen properly.

NOTICE

In icy conditions, always check that the wiper blades are not frozen to the glass before using

the wipers. When parking the vehicle in cold weather, it may be helpful to leave the front

windscreen wipers in the service position ⇒ Service position for the front windscreen wipers.

Windscreen wiper lever

Fig. 65 Operating the front windscreen wiper

Fig. 66 Operating the rear window wiper

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

Move the lever into the required position ⇒

⓪

①

Switches off the windscreen wiper.

Interval wipe for the windscreen.

②

③

Slow wipe.

Fast wipe.

④

⑤

Flick wipe – wipes briefly.

Pulling the lever activates the wash and wipe system for cleaning the windscreen.

Interval wipe for the rear window. The windscreen wiper will wipe the window

approximately every 6 seconds.

⑥

⑦

Pushing the lever activates the wash and wipe system for cleaning the rear window.

NOTICE

If the ignition is switched off while the windscreen wiper is switched on, the windscreen wiper

will continue to wipe on the same setting when the ignition is switched on again. Frost, snow

and other obstructions on the windscreen can cause damage to the windscreen wipers and

wiper motor.

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Remove any snow and ice from the wipers and the windows before setting off.

Carefully loosen wiper blades that have become frozen onto the windscreen. Volkswagen

recommends using a de-icer spray for this.

NOTICE

Do not switch on the windscreen wipers when the window is dry. Using the wiper blades when

the rear windscreen is dry could cause damage to the rear windscreen.

The windscreen wipers will only function when the ignition is switched on.

The interval wipe for the windscreen depends on the speed of the vehicle. The wipers will

wipe more frequently as the vehicle moves faster.

The rear window wiper is switched on automatically if the front windscreen wipers are

switched on and reverse gear is engaged.

Windscreen wiper functions

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

Windscreen wiper response in various situations:

When the vehicle is

stationary:

When switched on, the wipers will temporarily be switched to the next

setting down.

When the interval wipe is The wiper intervals are adjusted depending on the vehicle speed.

switched on: The faster the vehicle is travelling, the shorter the interval.

The wiper will try to wipe away any obstacles that are on the windscreen. The wiper will stop

moving if the obstacle blocks its path. Remove the obstacle and switch the wiper back on again.

Service position for the front windscreen wipers

Fig. 67 Wiper blades in service position

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

The windscreen wiper arms can be lifted off the windscreen when in the service position ⇒ Fig. 67.

Carry out the following steps to move the windscreen wipers to the service position:

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The bonnet must be closed ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine compartment.

Switch the ignition on and then off again.

Briefly press down the windscreen wiper lever ⇒ Fig. 65④.

Place the windscreen wiper arms back onto the windscreen before driving away. Briefly press the

windscreen wiper lever down to bring the windscreen wiper arms back to the original position.

Lifting the windscreen wiper blades

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Move the wiper arms to the service position before lifting ⇒

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When lifting a wiper arm hold it only by the wiper blade mounting.

NOTICE

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In order to prevent damage to the bonnet and the windscreen wiper arms, the windscreen

wiper arms should only be lifted when in the service position.

Always return the windscreen wiper arms to the windscreen before starting your journey.

Checking and refilling the windscreen washer fluid level

Fig. 68 In the engine compartment: cap of washer fluid reservoir

First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒

Introduction

The windscreen washer fluid level should be checked regularly and topped up as necessary.

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Open the bonnet

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The washer fluid reservoir is identified by the

symbol on the cap ⇒ Fig. 68.

Check whether there is enough windscreen washer fluid in the reservoir.

To top up, mix clean water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen ⇒

dilution instructions on the packaging.

. Observe the

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At low temperatures, add a special anti-freeze agent so that the fluid cannot freeze ⇒

Recommended windscreen washer fluid

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For warm weather: summer windscreen wash- G 052 184 A1 -. Dilution 1:100 (1 part

concentrate, 100 parts water) in the washer fluid reservoir.

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All-year washer fluid- G 052 164 A2 -. Dilution in winter to -18°C (0°F) approximately 1:2 (1 part

concentrate, 2 parts water), otherwise dilute one part concentrate to four parts water (1:4) in the

washer fluid reservoir.

Capacities

The windscreen washer fluid reservoir has a capacity of about 3 litres.

WARNING

Never mix anti-freeze or other unsuitable additives into the windscreen washer fluid. An oily

film may otherwise be left on the screen, and restrict the field of vision.

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Use clean, clear water with a washer fluid recommended by Volkswagen.

A suitable anti-freeze agent should be added to the windscreen washer fluid if necessary.

NOTICE

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Never mix other cleaning agents with the cleaning agents recommended by Volkswagen.

This can cause the ingredients to separate and block the washer jets.

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Never mix up service fluids when refilling. Failure to observe this warning can result in

serious malfunctions and engine damage.

Mirrors

Introduction

This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:

⇒ Interior mirror

⇒ Exterior mirrors

For safety reasons it is important that the driver positions the exterior and interior mirrors correctly

before starting a journey ⇒

The driver can use the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror to observe rear traffic and then adjust

his or her driving style accordingly. Looking in the exterior mirrors and the interior mirror does not

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