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Whilst I'm not currently planning a trans-continental adventure, I like the equipment available for these trips because of the efficient use of space and aesthetics. The suppliers that I've found for both internal and external storage tend to have kit designed for a limited list of vehicles - that doesn't include any Skodas. Does anyone know of anywhere that already supplies equipment for a Kodiaq? I have seen some companies that offer make bespoke kit, but that understandably comes at a greater cost and involves visiting them for measurements and fitting, often at a greatbdistance from home (Poland or northern Italy anyone?). I'm particularly looking for boot shelves and roof racks similar to those below - an AI image of a roof rack on my Kodiaq and a screenshot of a low-cost Chinese supplier of internal storage solutions.

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it can be connection between BCM and Gateway soo its doenst matter if u connect it to BCM pins or Gateway pins, i was connecting it to gateway pins Only connection going to BCM is With also goes into Tailgate locking mechanism

Fronts have been fine for squealing but the rear started to after a while - not getting enough heat in them. The rears on the 280s are a little oversized for the balance and the pads would glaze. Some enthusiastic braking would sort it but I wasn't about to stand the car on its nose a few times every other time I went out in the car. Went back to standard pads and all was fine. They're not R90 certified and I wonder if actually the DS Performance are more appropriate for road; lower dust, better cold bite - designed to work in the more appropriate operating window so less likely to glaze from under-use.

A few trips only of the length you describe may very well not restore the battery charge sufficiently, given the predominant use. Unfortunately, the smart charging alternator strategy does not appear to recognise intermittent vehicle use and adapt the strategy to bring battery SOC to a higher level - overriding strategy seems to be fuel saving. IMO, current VAG smart-charge strategy can lead to increased plate sulphation through persistent low SOC unless the vehicle gets regular long runs along with substantial energy micro-recuperation. My Octavia has a similar use to yours and I use a Ring smart charger occasionally to maintain battery health. I do this at 2-monthly intervals during winter - and approx. 4 to 6-monthly intervals during warmer part of the year (whenever SS stops operating consistently) Works for me as my 10-year old Moll EFB still tests at almost 90% healthy.

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maybe I read that wrong but I see in Elsa orange/green and orange/brown connected to J519 BCM but china guide is to J533 gateway.THX

Giles from Somerset here - joined up to try and find a new home for my loved (and slightly abused) Octavia vRS mk3

Looks same as mine, what is different? If u connect it according to this it should works.

I'd like to thank all who have responded to the thread with their experiences and suggestions. I've had ASS on my previous 2 vehicles, both KIAs, and it worked most of the time dependant on engine and external temperatures. I've only being doing short local journeys since purchase, but had a couple of longer trips (20 mile each way) which I would have thought would have charged the battery to it's ASS working criteria. I've reported the issue to Cinch who are sending a mechanic out next week to investigate. I'll report back on the outcome.

Hi I posted a couple months back about this issue I’ve been having. Just got the car back from Skoda who advise me it’s normal for the car. I’m still not convinced. Are all Elroqs like this? A near constant vibration from the accelerator and brake pedal. Not severe and not affecting anything else but enough that you can feel the vibrations in your feet. Very annoying!

After a long run yesterday, I can confirm that my 2025 Mk4 behaves in the same way that @Rifleman reported. Normally, the display only shows the current lane, regardless of how many lanes there are in the road. But when there is slower moving traffic in the outside lane (on the right in the UK), a second lane appears in the display and shows the vehicle. Traffic Assist will reduce your speed to match the slower car and prevent 'undertaking' it. A little tap on the accelerator will override this if you do want to take the risk and break the rules. This works on motorways and on multi-lane trunk roads outside of cities. I haven't noticed within cities, but I don't have many examples around here to test it with.

Any advice with wiring china boy sent me this guide looks different to Elsa thx

get a new battery delivered to your door (tayna.co.uk) and the basic version of OBDeleven 3 (£72.89) to give the battery the right code. Job done All from the comfort of your own driveway... happy days... no more problems.... (and get a Ctek charger to maintain it - use the negative post on the bulkhead to charge)

One doesn't have to go electric... www.facebook.com/share/r/14tt366Bf9k/ and in Gosport ....

They don't take heat and heavy cars very well either with mine cracking on E34 M5 with AP Racing 6 pots. Pagid also known for squeals too

Get them to swap the battery for a known good one/new one. There a garage so I assume they will have access to a battery to swap. If it doesnt cure problem then you can rule out battery. If it does tell them your keeping new battery. A new battery would have been cheaper than a dealer checking car. Alasdair

Good morning! I’m in the middle of trying to activate Apple CarPlay on my 2015 Skoda Octavia MK3. And please correct me/ point me in the direction if I've messed up! I have updated my TechniSat Amundsen MIB2 head unit from its old factory firmware up to MST2_EU_SK_ZR_P0253T... But I think I am currently stuck at a hurdle. I can't seem to access the Green Engineering Menu. Holding down the MENU button just drops me into standard Service Mode rather than launching the developer menu to toggle the Apple_DI0 thing. Is there anyone local to the Nottingham / West Bridgford area with the knowledge and hardware VCDS or an OBDeleven who would be willing to plug into my OBD port to try and help me? Many thanks Chris

Try a live feed to solanoid. Cant see if its one or two wires. If it clicks with known 12v then it may be a wiring fault. You should be able to get one online. Dont suppose theres a part number on it? Alasdair

Does anyone have experience comparing progressive steering with the standard steering?

I’ve received an OTA update to version MOI3_EU_SKMQB_P33400P. I haven’t noticed any new features. The new version has stopped the daily updates for other apps. However, I still don’t have a wireless connection option for Android Auto. Myskoda app also works. I own 2023 Kamiq with Amundsen infotainment.

We replaced our 8 year old Karoq with a new one in March this year. We also have a 4 year old Kamiq, both are 1.5 DSG. I don't recognise any of the problems raised by the OP. Gear changes are as smooth as silk, we have no problems with the infotainment system. I was anti ACC at first compared with the standard CC, and still wish I could switch between the two. I don't like the way ACC works on multi lane carriageways but it's ideal when following traffic on single lane roads, unlike CC. Overall though all our Skodas have been bombproof, only needing normal servicing.

I have a Seat Virtual Cockpit on the bench with MOST and inactive Component Protection. The immobilizer doesn't matter in this case. I'd be happy to test it.