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Hi all. New to the forum and stopping in to say hi. My names Josh, I’m based in London driving an ageing but loved Fabia Monte Carlo 2012. It’s my 2nd one with the previous having the slightly more powerful engine in (until it died hahah) All the best, Josh

My 2p: Plates: Get motorsport plateholders? They usually come with a million different positions; not sure if you can get ones for shorter plates though; unless you mean without the welsh badge, in which I'm sure you can. I had some nice ABT ones on an old Audi I had and might consider getting some of those again. If you're looking at wheels, look for a reduced offset instead of spacers - saves cost of getting longer bolts and faffing. I'd also not bother so much with 245 tyres although appreciate you're looking at 8.5" wide. They were a thing on the standard 19s due to lower price for a greater footprint, but tbh I never found any real impact and prices have changed now so that 235s aren't any more expensive. Early call: I'll be surprised if you stop there...

Yeah if mine turns out half as good I will be happy Given me tons of inspiration and help for sure

So is this a pre-FL thing where the interior light is a torch? Mine is just a fixed light although its a cool white rather than yellow. Only downside is because it sits on one side only as soon as you put a big bag on that side you can't see anything else in the boot in the dark. Would be good to replace it with a couple of short strips under the parcel-shelf supports (hatchback only I appreciate)

Hi all. I hope someone can help? I have removed the front upright seat cover for washing. Skoda Fabia vRS mk1. I have spent a couple of hours trying to get the metal wires back into the hole at the base of the seat. One each side. Any tips on how to do this. Attached is a picture of the wire. Thanks.

The silver trim that runs between left hand circular air vent to speedo binnacle reflect on windscreen really bad, the trim is glossy.

#engineswap Yeah Gandalf's a bit of a beast but done with lots of attention to detail.

I have read that Skoda stop building TDI Octavias in 2027.

& the VW 502 00 is 5w 40. which is what they do recommend after 5 years with the Euro 5 TSI,s. That is the not recommending continuing using the VW 504 00 / 507 00, 0w 30 0r 5 w 30. After all the Manufacturers warranty has expired and the Service Costs and running costs of Fleet cars no longer concerns them. Honesty being the best policy from them... Because Dealership like to keep it simple and buy in 2 oil specs 0w 30 FS III & 0w 20 FS IV and not the Non Long Life suits them but does not mean it suits the engines / owners,.

Or a wee tap with a centre punch. Nod and a wink to a blind man. Best be sure that your local fitter can get a windscreen or has one in stock.

I tried turning off radio before starting. It turned off! It is illuminated even when on standby but ignition off. So, not fully turned off if you get my drift. I think I've seen the lights go off on cranking. The crank is immediate unlike the old starter, although that was good. I've delayed cranking waiting.for ignition lights to extinguish and some more. Also, I've waited for radio to boot up, then crank. All result in radio cutting out and restarting. Blower fan, lights all off etc Taking it to motor store I bought from. It is a yuasa 760cca ybx5096 which is bigger battery than original spec. Incartec 10-602 make a voltage regulator I'm thinking of buying.

Thanks all for the input, I think I'll just have to wait until I catch up with a suitable truck and follow it until a rock flies out from between its wheels......

Hi Pab! Have you got MST2_EU_SK_ZR_P0253T firmware? Can't find anywhere..

Out of interest on my FABIA MK4 - KUMHO 215/45 R17 19V ECSTA PS 71 must admit never heard of them before & suppose at the the time its the price that SKODA require plus availability......when needed will fit an all weather tyre as replacements , around MOT time ?😏

Plug & Play doesn't work here—not even with an adapter. You don’t buy the components first and only then start thinking. Naturally, the vehicle has to be reprogrammed. Are you aware that a new bumper is required? Likely also a new BCM module and an LCM module.

Can you not read the part number off the current one?

Thanks for ur help Papez. He was being lazy and didnt even removed the lock to check on the holes. It is resolved now \m/

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Heyooo peeps So this oil sensor has started giving me 'low oil' warnings even though I know it's not an issue. It only happens once in a blue moon but it's one of those things that now I know it's a problem I want it fixed. Also car is due a service so perfect time to change it as it requires an empty sump. So if I purchase the wrong one it would need draining again to replace which is a huge faff. Finding the sensor isn't an issue but I believe this same sensor (in bottom of sump) is also the same sensor for the oil temp? So my question should anyone know is are ALL sensors BOTH level and temp? Or do I have to find one specifically that is capable of both measurements? The oil temp display on the dash is what I use 99.5% of my driving so I really want to keep it's function. 2012 1.2 tsi cbzb Skoda fabia combi elegance. Thanks 👍🏻

Hello! I have a Skoda Superb 2025 and came across this forum as I'm having trouble with an aftermarket tow bar - I'll find the correct thread and post there :)

Hi there @borderbilly - I've just joined this forum as well, but because I already have a Skoda Superb (purchased to tow a caravan) and am having a lot of issues with the tow bar. My advice is do not go for an after market tow bar as it could cause you a lot of problems later on! I've currently got a superb that isn't safe to tow a caravan with as the hazards randomly come on and seat belts tighten up. I believe the Superb is a brilliant tow car once the tow bar issues will be resolved, but just take care when you choose what tow bar to buy! I've joined this forum so that I can participate to the conversation this topic, but saw your message in the search so wanted to bring this to your attention!

VW group specify the numbers like 502 00, 504 00, not viscosity.

Hi everybody, can anyone help with MST2_EU_SK_ZR_P0253T firmware? I can't find it anywhere.. Thanks!

They did. But the recommendation never changed. Actually there were recommendations as the engines. Actually with the Euro 5 TSI,s VW recommended as engines aged you changed to servicing using 5w 40 FS and fixed service regime. the 40 better at higher temperatures more stable & better turbo charger protection. Compensating (after 5 years) for internal engine wear. The slightly higher hot viscosity oil helps maintain oil pressure and cushioning. Those were from VW not me, and not AI.