Steamy rear window anyone?

Jonno VRs · 18-11-2006, 15:25

I have noticed occassionly when I return to the car that the rear window has misted up. Has anyone else noticed this? I had a similar problem in a Laguna once and found that I had a leak in the door seal causing the carpet to get damp so I can only think some damp may be getting it somehow? On that occasion all the windows misted up but this is only the rear window.

sko-with-go · 18-11-2006, 15:30

Yep, mine fogs up, windscreen too.

Not massively impressed on that front, rear heated screen takes an age to clear the problem too !!

bryand · 18-11-2006, 15:51

I found that demisting was speeded up no end by cleaning the inside of the rear window - taking care not to damage the wires, of course.

S41NT · 18-11-2006, 17:31

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Originally Posted by bryand

I found that demisting was speeded up no end by cleaning the inside of the rear window - taking care not to damage the wires, of course.

Just fixed a similar problem on my Vectra. the nut had come loose on the rubber seal where the wiper arm goes through, letting water in then steaming up. Rubber had degraded a bit too.
Bought new seal for about £3 and nipped it up. Maybe worth a look?

smerko · 18-11-2006, 18:46

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Originally Posted by Jonno VRs

I have noticed occassionly when I return to the car that the rear window has misted up. Has anyone else noticed this? I had a similar problem in a Laguna once and found that I had a leak in the door seal causing the carpet to get damp so I can only think some damp may be getting it somehow? On that occasion all the windows misted up but this is only the rear window.

yup, vrs estate! may try giving it a wipe tomorrow...

dan123 · 19-11-2006, 07:02

I too am suffering from this problem, it does however clear very quickly with the heated rear window and A/C on.

I thought it may have been linked to the problem I'd had with the aircon condensate drain when the car was new, but it sounds like it may be an Octavia issue.

steviec · 19-11-2006, 10:54

Thought it was a feature myself personally

scowlsandgrowls · 19-11-2006, 23:22

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Originally Posted by bryand

I found that demisting was speeded up no end by cleaning the inside of the rear window - taking care not to damage the wires, of course.

what is it best to clean the rear/interiors window with? I tried holts interior wipes but they seemed to leave smears where I had swiped

I find both front and rear seem to mist up on wet days

Wardy · 20-11-2006, 00:56

Just use whatever you do the other windows with. I'm nearly finished some TurtleWax Clear View (or similar name) and that's been fine. Or use whatever you do the house windows with.

Spray on and apply with kitchen towel, then remove with a dry piece. Job done

Steve

MrkyMrk · 20-11-2006, 10:05

Window cleaning spray and newspaper. Unbeatable combo.

ednmra · 20-11-2006, 10:06

[quote=scowlsandgrowls;763256]what is it best to clean the rear/interiors window with? I tried holts interior wipes but they seemed to leave smears where I had swiped

I've got those and they are useless.

Re: rear windscreen, I seem to get a dribble [shaddup!]. It starts sometimes right at the top, in the middle, but also sometimes starts half way down, and runs down to the bottom edge. I only notice it after it has dried and looks like a dirty mark on the outside. But it is on the inside. I just put it down to condensation.

Zebra · 20-11-2006, 17:49

Rain X Anti Fog (or similar) is an effective product.

Household glass cleaners sometimes utilise silicones in them to help the glass shine. May in some cases cause smearing. The Astonish brand, though is particularly good at £1.99.

slider · 20-11-2006, 19:32

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Originally Posted by scowlsandgrowls

what is it best to clean the rear/interiors window with? I tried holts interior wipes but they seemed to leave smears where I had swiped

I find both front and rear seem to mist up on wet days

Occasional polish with domestic window clean such as Windoleen help prevent misting up.

**GAFF** · 20-11-2006, 21:57

Would using IPA soaked wipes be okay to use on rear window ? Great for a clean finish on the front ones.

tezza72uk · 07-02-2007, 13:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jonno VRs

I have noticed occassionly when I return to the car that the rear window has misted up. Has anyone else noticed this? I had a similar problem in a Laguna once and found that I had a leak in the door seal causing the carpet to get damp so I can only think some damp may be getting it somehow? On that occasion all the windows misted up but this is only the rear window.

I would check your footwells for water as mine had a similar problem that turned out to be a door panel not sealing properly and allowing water to run in over the plastic trim and into the footwell. This is a known fault and the fix is to use a sealant.

18-11-2006, 15:25	#1
Jonno VRs Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Newcastle upon Tyne Posts: 1,176 Thanks: 9 Thanked 46 Times in 45 Posts	Steamy rear window anyone? I have noticed occassionly when I return to the car that the rear window has misted up. Has anyone else noticed this? I had a similar problem in a Laguna once and found that I had a leak in the door seal causing the carpet to get damp so I can only think some damp may be getting it somehow? On that occasion all the windows misted up but this is only the rear window. __________________ 06 Skoda Octavia VRs 200 bhp (Black) Previous Cars: 04 Audi TT 3.2 V6 250 bhp (Black) 02 VW Golf V5 170 bhp (Black)

18-11-2006, 15:30	#2
sko-with-go Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 107 Thanks: 1 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Yep, mine fogs up, windscreen too. Not massively impressed on that front, rear heated screen takes an age to clear the problem too !!

18-11-2006, 15:51	#3
bryand Fabian Join Date: Jun 2004 Posts: 1,767 Thanks: 1 Thanked 21 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? I found that demisting was speeded up no end by cleaning the inside of the rear window - taking care not to damage the wires, of course.

19-11-2006, 07:02	#6
dan123 Briskodian Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Midlands Posts: 388 Thanks: 3 Thanked 2 Times in 2 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? I too am suffering from this problem, it does however clear very quickly with the heated rear window and A/C on. I thought it may have been linked to the problem I'd had with the aircon condensate drain when the car was new, but it sounds like it may be an Octavia issue.

19-11-2006, 10:54	#7
steviec Briskodian Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Warrington, Cheshire Posts: 751 Thanks: 10 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Thought it was a feature myself personally __________________ Cheers Steve Skoda Octavia vRS 2.0T FSI - Black Magic, 18" Alloys, Dual Zone Climate Control, Jumbo Box, Rear Electric Windows, Xenon Headlights, MaxiDot, Light Assist, Front & Rear Parking Sensors, Rain Sensing Wipers & Dipping Rear View Mirror. Pentagon SupaGlass in Midnight, Parrot 3400LS GPS Bluetooth Car Kit.

20-11-2006, 00:56	#9
Wardy Smokey Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Around Manchester & Cheshire Posts: 10,645 Thanks: 378 Thanked 262 Times in 251 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Just use whatever you do the other windows with. I'm nearly finished some TurtleWax Clear View (or similar name) and that's been fine. Or use whatever you do the house windows with. Spray on and apply with kitchen towel, then remove with a dry piece. Job done Steve __________________ Wardy's Fabia vRS xenons : sunroof : cruise : OEM+ "Racing is life. Anything before or after is just waiting." - Steve McQueen

20-11-2006, 10:05	#10
MrkyMrk Briskodian Join Date: May 2003 Location: Reading, UK Posts: 912 Thanks: 3 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Window cleaning spray and newspaper. Unbeatable combo. __________________ *Mark*

20-11-2006, 10:06	#11
ednmra Briskodian Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: south east Posts: 1,153 Thanks: 2 Thanked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? [quote=scowlsandgrowls;763256]what is it best to clean the rear/interiors window with? I tried holts interior wipes but they seemed to leave smears where I had swiped I've got those and they are useless. Re: rear windscreen, I seem to get a dribble [shaddup!]. It starts sometimes right at the top, in the middle, but also sometimes starts half way down, and runs down to the bottom edge. I only notice it after it has dried and looks like a dirty mark on the outside. But it is on the inside. I just put it down to condensation.

20-11-2006, 17:49	#12
Zebra Briskodian Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 224 Thanks: 15 Thanked 9 Times in 9 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Rain X Anti Fog (or similar) is an effective product. Household glass cleaners sometimes utilise silicones in them to help the glass shine. May in some cases cause smearing. The Astonish brand, though is particularly good at £1.99.

20-11-2006, 21:57	#14
GAFF Briskodian Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Dublin, Ireland Posts: 5,659 Thanks: 19 Thanked 57 Times in 56 Posts	Re: Steamy rear window anyone? Would using IPA soaked wipes be okay to use on rear window ? Great for a clean finish on the front ones. __________________ GAFF Briskoda Ireland Events, Meets & Pictures.....Race Blue Octavia MkII vRS.....Old Octavia MkI vRS

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