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So a while back my skoda octavia 2014 started to not start up and displays a "Put gear lever in P/N to start" although it is in P(tried also in N infact), and at the beginning just switching the key on and off a several times and then it will start eventually, but over time it didnt work at fast, and now it doesnt work at all. what ive done?, ive got a friend that has a mechanics OBD scanner(expensive ones), he cleared errors for me and it started!, then next day it went back to the same issue, then ive bought a microswitch from aliexpress named "Shifter Position Micro Switch 5Q0713128A Replacement for R32 Rabbit Variant Novo Micro Switch Shifter Micro Switch", got the item then i installed it, quite straightforward, unplugged the older one, put it in the switch and rerouted that to be the new plug, and installed the lever switch(sits on the P position), and IT DID WORK!, only for a few days then it did the same thing again, and doesnt work at all. and now im stuck, ive got an obdeleven from a long time ago, and tried maybe switching the feature off manually?, because the car's battery voltage is getting low and i wanted the alternator to charge it slightly so it doesnt die soon, i cleared errros using it, but it refused to work, unplugged the aliexpress kit ive got, and it still didnt work. so can anyone that has experenice with this tell me how to either: 1) diagnose or fix the issue, 2) force start the engine to not let it die, 3) bypass it using obdeleven somehow(or an official OBD scanner, i can get my hands on it). Much appreciated!

I have ones like these. They are brilliant.

Some tyres, not all, must rotate in one direction only. If yours are of that kind you can rule out side-to-side rotation. I avoid it even if it is possible, since tyres wear in a bit to one direction of rotation, depending on toe-in and other settings in the geometry. So it's front to back for me, if at all. My 2026 Sportline is on factory-fit summer tyres. Later this month they will come off and get replaced by four of the best all-season tyres, then the factory-fit tyres will get sold. I've done this often and they do sell eventually.

https://a.aliexpress.com/_EwTWKJ0 Perfect fitment and crisp white color

Just popped up for sale in NI, MOT'd and taxed (still seems to be registered as a 1.0 lol) asking only £12,995 😲 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1106310648666514

Karoq 1.5 Sportsline 2025 2wheel drive. I have search the manual and the forum but can not find any infomation regarding rotating the tyres front to back. Any advice, cross rotation? or just front to back? Reset tyre pressure monitor? I'm trying to ensure that the tyres wear evenly so that I can eventually change all 4 together for all season tyres.

Mileage now 125,600 , remap at 64,700, that’s 63,900 on the remap and the upgrades

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Any other present error codes in 5F or 65 module?

funny enough I was just reading with AI to use measuring blocks on VCDS instead of the graph. I don't know, but AI says IU can't be a tooth out as I've gone through the pump range of not starting (too retarded) to bad clattering (too advanced).

That’s the point: until last week I was able to see the pressure values as on the Amundsen, then on rear wheels pressure was lower, after restoring 2/3 days later I got the message I posted above. Do I have to code again from beginning or any other idea/proposal?

Hi, did you ever resolve this? I want to remove this side airbag on octavia 2018 MK3 to re-fit the c-pillar properly but i read it is such a difficult job i dont dare remove the airbag piece and trim

Good evening everyone, Thanks for having me. Owned an Octavia 2018 for 3 years now. It's been great but a few niggles are happening now so I'll be looking for advice.

There was forum discussion here https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/537030-skoda-fabia-24-inspection-reset/ but I'm not sure if the advice works. There's also this YouTube video where the guidance offered is much more complex.

Hello I have big problem. Today i noticed that my oil cap is not sit properly. I see that two pins of four (marked with red on picture) are broken. I dont know how is this possible. Now i cannot tight the cap good. The cap is now holding only two pins.. The cap is not sealing. And this part is not for sale….you must buy entire valve cower becouse is integreated in cover. Is there another solution? The car is superb 2.0 tdi 2021.

I have a late 2025 1.5 Monte Carlo Edition which has just under 6000 miles on it. I had loads of electronics and mechanical issues in the first 4 months and nearly rejected the car. One of the issues is just like you say sounding like wheel spin or clutch slip pulling away. The car seems to change up from 1st to 2nd instantly when pulling away, I think it has also happened when accelerating at 40 to 50 mph. I haven't yet had any hard mechanical noises 🤞 Mine went back to the supplying dealership for three weeks in June and they ended up replacing the main ECU which stopped the majority of the problems but the gearbox still occasionally does the same thing. I have fitted an IO pedal box which connects between the throttle pedal and the car, it allowed me to dial out throttle lag which helped. I also regularly plug my OBDELEVEN 3 in clear down any codes, it seems to generate codes regularly without any dash errors showing. I think it's just common that modern cars do log random stuff. I too have had two dealerships say the sounds in the drive train are normal but I am still suspicious. Other things not related, my car has DCC and when it is in D mode the suspension is very bouncy but in S it's firm but doesn't lift off over bumps, I use individual mode with everything as per D except the suspension. The other thing is the std brakes are poor, they lack feel and response, I have fitted EBC Yellow Stuff pads and the car is transformed. In hindsight I wouldn't have bought it but my previous two Skoda's were faultless so trusted the brand.

I very vaguely remember my Mk1 Octavia timing belt change, ASV engine, also using VCDS, about 18 years ago. I also remember the graph not working for me, but that I could read injection timing in measuring blocks somewhere and set the value using the 3 bolts as per Skoda spec ( I think small amount ATDC), readout was changing when the gear was moved within the 3 bolt slots. Login 12233 might be needed. If after adjustment the timing is within spec and the engine still stutters / smokes etc, you're off by one tooth, loosen the belt and retime crankshaft, pump and camshaft again. HTH

Hi all, First time poster so very grateful for any help with this. My wife recently bought a 63 plate Octavia III estate off a friend which has power folding mirrors. The mirrors worked when we first collected it but have since stopped completely. No power folding, no adjustment control, nothing. I assumed it would be a fuse that had gone but haven't been able to find an associated fuse on any fuse box diagrams and have been through the fuse box to check them and all seemed fine. Has anyone had a similar experience or can direct me to any resources that might be helpful? Thanks in advance

What was the cause?

Hi everyone! I’d like to find out how to turn off the central display in a 2026 Škoda Superb L&K (with the large screen/navigation system) while keeping the media/radio playing. The display is a bit distracting when driving at night. When I turn it off—so that it shows the analog clock—the music/radio turns off as well. If I turn the brightness down to the minimum, I can no longer see the instrument cluster properly. Has anyone else encountered this issue? Thanks in advance for your help.

sadly the fuel temp sensor didn't make much difference. I'm totally stuck with AI sending me round in circles

The MIB has nothing to do with the functionality. Even with the MIB removed, it still works perfectly fine for me.

I used to use that stabiliser system until i bought a van with the alko stabiliser built in. maybe something similar is available in Australia. But i believe they have no speed restrictions on towing and usual use pick ups and bigger vehicles for towing trailers. When Škoda designed the 2014 Superb, they rated its towing capacity based on the assumption that it would be pulling a European-style trailer, not an Australian one.

Skoda Fabia 72 Reg, I tried to remove this service reminder. Pressed 00/set, turned on ignition, pressed set again, followed instructions, but it reappears. Anyone any solution. Thanks.

@pab567 Plese, can you send me the link for download in PM too? Thanky you.