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I only thought about upgrading the bulbs in indicators and rear lights ….. until I joined this forum…… the you start seeing what others have done and their “bad influence” tends to effect you …. YOU KNOW WHO YOU ARE 😂😂😜

I think this is the same car as your P2563 thread, so it's worth knowing the turbo fault is still there when you judge any of this. The figure I'd focus on is the ash. A regeneration burns soot, but it can't burn ash. Ash is what's left from oil additives, plus a little from fuel and engine wear, and it just builds up in the filter over the years. At 230,000 km some is expected. If the app is right that it's at 153% of its limit, there's less room left for soot, so the filter reaches its soot threshold sooner and regenerates more often. That fits what you're seeing in town. That's why I don't think a software rollback on its own will fix it. Older software won't take ash out of the filter. Also, 9980 is presumably the 23R6 update Skoda did on EA189 engines, and Skoda say the regulators approved it, so going back to the old software means the car is no longer on the approved calibration. I'd check where you stand on that where you live before doing it. What I'd do instead: 1. Check the differential pressure sensor reading with the engine off. With nothing flowing it should read about zero. If it shows a pressure with the engine stopped, the sensor or its pipes are suspect, and so is the soot figure the ECU is working from. Check both little hoses for splits and blockages while you're there. 2. Get the filter cleaned off the car by someone who does a proper ash clean (heat, then air and vacuum, or a flush), or replace it. A chemical clean through the sensor port mainly works on soot. Ask them for a before and after flow or back pressure figure. 3. Keep an eye on oil use and use the right oil. The Superb handbook lists VW 507 00 for the 125 kW TDI CR with DPF, 4.3 litres with filter. Oil the engine burns adds to the ash. 4. The ash number in the app is the ECU's own estimate, so make sure whoever cleans or replaces the filter resets the DPF values in the ECU afterwards. If the car is in the UK, keep the invoice. The MOT manual says a DPF that has been cut open and rewelded is a fail unless you can show there was a valid reason, such as cleaning.

I'll keep it brief. Whatever you want, make sure they give you it. I was sold a crash-damaged Leon by a main dealer, which is why I'm now in my Octavia. The VAQ service, plugs and air filter should have been done - especially as £19,250 is pretty expensive for a 40k Mk3 Octavia. Check if you can see a date on the battery - my guess is it's the original, which is knackered. If the VAQ hasn't been done, it's 11,000 miles overdue. Make sure you get in writing that they acknowledge this, in case of any future issues. The DSG isn't "due", but I would suggest you do it. The 381 interval is 80k, but most follow every single other DSG interval and do it at 40k.

That may either be a blocked heater matrix or airlock. Has there been any work done on the cooling system recently .Check that the expansion reservoir doesnt have the silica bag in it. If it ruptures then it will block heater matrix. Think they have Mit Silicat on them. Have read that if may also have G13 on tank Alasdair

My Karoq is due its first service next week. I always ask for a courtesy car, due to the distance of the dealer from my home. Today I had a call from someone at the dealer to check that all was good for Monday. I was reminded to bring my D/Licence and that there would be a £30 charge for a collision and damage waiver. I have never been charged for this before and questioned it. The lady said I should have been made aware when I booked the car in. I said I had not. I was then put on hold and after a few minutes wait was told that the charge would be 'waived'. Now... my view is that dealers will have a highly specc'd insurance policy that would almost equate to any driver in any car. We don't get charged for test drives for example. This charge just smacks of a money grabbing exercise. £30 x 50 weeks x 5 days = £7500 (for each courtesy car they have). Not bad income if you can get it. Grrrr

Just finished work picked up the eBay package…. Took a before and after picture… can’t see the actual unit but you can certainly tell the difference 🤪

Hi Skoda forum, just joining after buying an Enroq VRS in gorgeous red. Picking it up next week.

The ZE320 is a replacement for the ZE310 Ecorun that I've had on my Suzuki Swift for a few years and have been very happy with and that are infinitely better than the Bridgestones it was originally supplied with. The 320's are an improvement in that they have a slightly lower noise rating and slightly better (lower) rolling resistance, so you should be more than happy with them.

Nope, even back in 2024 (last saved list I could find) it could also be 0W40, 0W30 and 5W30, here's just the first few oils listed as 502/505 approved.

That is not a courtesy car, that is a hire car. ☹️ Thanks. AG Falco

Yes. You could retrofit torch. But I’ve seen posts where people have put led strip light along back of seats and included a plug so it can be disconnected when folding the seats. You can splice into existing wiring without too much drama.

Got car back from oil change and as always after the service engine is as sweet as a nut. You would think that 0W would hit the tensioner quicker but 5W has more body. The consensus is that the tensioner is tired and at maximum adjustment so a replacement chain, tensioner and sprockets.

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

Anyone else notice that their windscreen vents are reflected in the screen itself? And has anyone fixed the issue?

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......

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 :)

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

It's has gone into an independent garage today for oil an filter change. He uses 5W 30W for this engine so looking good

What he said. Exact same thing. Just be aware they really won't come out once in.

Nope Booked it into a skoda dealer for either a simple adjustment ( as soon as I felt resistance turning the adjuster for some basic levelling (before I took it to a garage for proper setting ) I stopped maybe it just needs to turn more) or for a warranty claim against the new headlight that’s potentially faulty

Yes, I used the Powerflex PF3-1663K. I did not cut anything, but I will do it in the front next year, it is only necassery in front. But will only be an issue if you have to remove the plasticpanelsat some point. Front before: front with pad: rear before: rear with pad: and I used this OE spray in the hole before mounting them, and as lube to get them in.

Or somebody with OBDeleven. Thanks. AG Falco

That's an interesting experience. I agree that 4WD makes a big difference, especially in snow, but tyres still play a huge role in overall safety and handling.

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Easiest/cheapest first. Then you don’t feel so bad about spending more money on singular larger mods as you’ve achieved so much already… Make sure you let your insurance know. Just done a renewal and declared everything and had to send photos but no change in premium as nothing is permanence changing.

I have a huge list of mods And I truly don’t know where to start first 🥲

Hi, IMHO, all these things were standard spec on L&K, except surround camera and heated steering wheel. I used to be a Superb Mk3 Estate TDI190 L&K 4x4 DSG6 (MY2018) for 7.5 ish years and 136500km (coming from a Superb Estate Mk2 TDI140). I had water ingress problems with the panroof on the Mk2 (sunroof frame cracked 😱). As I bought my Mk3 while it was already on the assembly line, I did not chose any options. I took it as it had been specced, i.e.: with a panroof. No need to say, it was a bit of stress... Fortunately, I had no water ingress issue with it. BUT I used it as less as possible, and I was really careful with speed bumps and sidewalks so that panroof chassis had to face very smooth stresses variations. The only issue I had with the panroof, is the seal of the rear glass panel, which cracked after 6 years (probably because my Mk3 slept outside for its entire life). It was probably burnt by the sun. I nevertheless treated seal with silicone spray before each winter. No panroof was one of my criteria when I looked for my current Kodiaq Mk1. I perfectly live w/o panroof, It has been 19 months last week, but I stilI hold strong. 😁 Additionally, I had 2 issues: Waterpump failed at 62000km, a known issue. Skoda France granted me an extra warranty though the normal warranty had already expired. I only had to pay 10%. Front shock absorbers started leaking at 95000km, also a known issue. The dealer made a 15% bargain though warranty was well over... This being said, I liked my Mk3 though.

Took my car to my detailer Just for an inside clean He ended up washing the outside of the car for me as well So we can see how much bodywork it needs And also cleaned the engine bay as well done for free to Nice base for me to keep on top of it 👌 And know what needs doing going forward

Fair play Read every post Proper build this And some lovely touches Kinda wish I didn’t get a 1.5 TSi now As I am struggling to find parts that I would love that don’t seem to fit 🥲

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