How to Lift the Octavia Wiper Blades Up?

[MacAnderson]

The method to lift the Octavia wiper blades up involves the following steps: 1. While the Octavia is running, quickly turn the ignition key off and immediately flick the wiper switch once. 2. The wipers will then move to the middle of the windshield, allowing you to manually lift them up and lay them flat. Additional Information: The purpose of lifting the wiper blades up is: 1. To protect the wiper blades. In summer, extreme heat can raise the surface temperature of the car's front windshield to 50 degrees Celsius. The rubber material of standard wiper blades can deform under prolonged exposure to sunlight, eventually losing their effectiveness in clearing rainwater. Therefore, lifting the wiper blades up helps prevent the rubber from deforming. 2. To prevent adhesion. Many roadside trees secrete sap, especially when parked under them. The sap can drop onto the car and stick to the rubber strips of the wiper blades, creating residues that can transfer to the windshield. This can lead to difficulties in cleaning and even obstruct the driver's view.

[VanLevi]

I used to drive a Skoda Octavia for several years, and I often performed the wiper blade lifting operation, especially in winter to prevent the glass from freezing. The method is quite simple: first, turn the ignition key to the power-on position without starting the engine, then press the wiper switch to activate the wipers. After a few seconds, quickly turn off the power button, and the wiper arms will automatically stop in the middle of the windshield. At this point, you can gently lift them up by hand. I often helped my neighbors with this operation because it protects the wiper blades from deformation or damage caused by snow and ice. If you forget to reset them, just manually lower the wipers before driving next time; otherwise, they might scratch the glass. The Octavia's design is quite user-friendly, saving you the trouble of disassembling them.

[VanEliza]

When I first started driving the Octavia, I didn't know this trick either, but after some experimentation, I found that lifting the wipers vertically is quite convenient. Here's how: First, sit in the car, press the brake, and press the start button to power on the car without starting the engine. Then, turn on the wipers and let them run. Just before the wipers reach the top of the windshield, quickly turn off the power, and they'll stop right there, motionless. At this point, you can gently lift the wiper arm to raise it vertically. I always take care to avoid using excessive force, as I'm afraid of scratching the glass or damaging the motor. When resetting them, make sure to manually return them to their original position before starting the engine and driving. Doing this in cold winters can save a lot of hassle—it's both safe and practical.

[SadieDella]

I've done this several times with my Octavia's wipers: power on the car without starting the engine, turn on the wiper switch, let it swing for a few seconds, then turn off the button, and the wipers will automatically stop in the upright position, just lift your arm. Don't rush at the end of the operation, move gently to protect the windshield. Doing this in cold weather prevents freezing, simple and efficient.