Everything posted by KenONeill
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Do Skoda care/ how to advise them, of failures in safety systems? LKA lane keep assist confused by shadows
@JayLibove - This is why I normally call the feature "Lane Enforce"; it tries to make up its own mind when you need it to activate, and responds to things like shadows, vehicles approaching on curves, and even things like blowing crisp packets. @roottoot - Given the OP's tale, I can't believe you've ever done something like, say, trying to drive over the Queensferry Crossing on a sunny day, or if you have that you think the system is vaguely defensible. @Ecomatt - Agreed.
- 5000 mile oil change?
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Thoughts on a switch to hybrid.
At which point a PHEV ceases to be as economical as a plain diesel vehicle with the same engine and tyres.
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Driving in France
Even if it can do, would you actually trust VAG electronics to do this?
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Glow Plug Warning on 2012 Skoda Octavia 1.6 CR TDI
Nor of any other "engine additive".
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Engine code sticker
I missed that sorry. You're stuck with finding the stamped on engine number or hoping the V5 is correct then.
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Date and Nav issues...
Sounds like the main stealer broke it, so they should fix it at their expense.
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Glow Plug Warning on 2012 Skoda Octavia 1.6 CR TDI
Aka snake oil; enough said? Anyway, a glow plug issue is more likely electrical, in the control box or the temperature sensor. I can say this much but you need diagnostics to go much further.
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2016 definitely slave cylinder issue
Only if explicitly asked. Also the clutch and brakes share a common fluid reservoir.
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Engine code sticker
Use the full options sticker normally found on the boot floor.
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...Yet another servicing query.
Well, you are in scope for a fixed interval service then because of the duration rule. I think an independent specialist will do the cambelt and water pump for more like £400 than the quote you have from a main stealer.
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...Yet another servicing query.
It is now August 08th; Services tend to be every N miles or M months, whichever is sooner. As you haven't stated the date for the pending service it could well be in scope by the date BSS will take the car in.
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2016 definitely slave cylinder issue
Also @Boabster I'd agree; also, I think that the issue is with the friend, not with WES.
- Help save my MkIII VRS from my toddler - Seat back protectors etc
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Strange feature ...City cruise control ? ...
That sounds a lot like anti-stall.
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ROOMSTER TRACKING FUN
That depends; is the rear suspension some form of multi-link, double wishbone, strut, or torsion beam? Work this out for your car, and then maybe think about rear toe angle.
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Rob's Ur Quattro
Quality beading shot.
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Skoda parts
OK, that I'll give you but your own photo clearly shows top and bottom swivel points, not kingpins!
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1964 Octavia in NZ
Ah got it; try searching for "tool factor" and "obstruction spanner" as terms.
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Driver Assist Functions not Working
Trust me; this is an improvement unless you're just a wheel holder.
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Swapping 16” alloys for black steels?
@Carlston Write out 1_000 times "Ken means exactly what he says. Do not correct him by typing a possible meaning of what he said".
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Swapping 16” alloys for black steels?
Well, the alloys should cool the tyres and brakes better, leading to longer tyre and brake life. They may or may not also be lighter, leading to better acceleration, braking and fuel economy.
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Unlocking a car without a key - is this real?
Schrodinger's Plip!
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Weird Error Message (Only Leave vehicle in Position P)
It would seem that I may owe Hawco Inverness an apology.
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Main Brake lights illuminate when sidelights are turned on
Rear cluster earths, front sidelight earths, dodgy brakelight bulb if 5/21W