[DSG lag on gear change.]

3 minutes ago, DaveMiller said:

Does the DSG actualy change down to 4 (and you can see the revs go up), or is it just the display which wrongly says 4?

I could defo feel that it not in right gear. As well the display shows D4 D5 going back forth then to D6 same going up to D7 first it goes to D5, D6 etc. Initially I thought mabe me the display doesn't sync with engine 

[DSG lag on gear change.]

2 minutes ago, shyVRS245 said:

Are you sure you are not climbing up a hill/incline because this can sometimes trigger the DSG to change down rather than up to ensure the engine is not laboured in too high a gear at too low revs? Fortunately my remapped petrol Superb has 514nm (standard is 350nm at 4,500rpm) at just 2,600rpm so my car will go uphill in 7th gear from just 1,200rpm much to my surprise/delight.

Yes this happens mostly straight clear road as in Motorway. 

[DSG lag on gear change.]

Hi Guys I have question regarding my DSG Kodiaq 2liter SEL.  I have noticed that the gear doesn't  shift as quick as I would expect it to be shifting.

 

Sometimes if I'm on 5th gear going up to 6th I can see on VC that it went first to 4th gear then goes back to 5th and then finally moves to 6th.

 

I am not sure why it does it. I can definitely feel the car has right speed to hold on 6th gear and changeing on right time.

 

As a result of this lag on gear change it feels I burn more fuel. I would appreciate if you all could share your views.

[Kodiaq Self Seal Tyres]

3 hours ago, silver1011 said:

For anyone curious to see what the inside of either the Pirelli or Hankook self sealing tyres fitted to the Kodiaq looks like...

 

 

 

 

 I still had to change twice on my last one 🙄Slef sealing sometimes it works sometime it doesn't. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

3 hours ago, silver1011 said:

I've been told that if I'm there for 08:30 I should be away by 10:30, fingers crossed!

Thats more reasonable time. Due to Covid I was not allowed to wait so took a lease car for few hour. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

22 hours ago, silver1011 said:

 

Mine is also booked in with Chris Farthing on Saturday morning, £280 inc. VAT for the genuine Skoda highline version fitted in a Skoda workshop.

 

Do you know how much of the interior trim is removed? He told me it'll take approx. two hours to complete.

 

This was from one of his Facebook posts, it looks like quite a significant strip down 

 

 

I'm hoping I'll still be rattle free afterwards...

 

Gosh that looks like a proper instalation of 1080p film camera 😛 I dropped mine at 9am pickied it back same day by 14:00. 

[Skoda Kodiaq Dash Camera Installation Guide]

On 07/07/2020 at 16:55, StevieDexter said:

I'm looking at buying the Nextbase 522 and rear camera and wondered if anyone has any pics or advice on routing that cable from the rear screen. I'm going to buy the Nextbase hardwire kit which means I'll have a hard wire from the dash cam to the fuse box which given the superb tutorial here shouldn't be too much of an issue, but I'll also have 6m of rear camera cable to route and/or hide which needs to feed back to the main dash cam. Any ideas tips or hints? Thanks

 I am thinking of getting the same camera Which fuse you are thinking to go for? Did you manage route the cable for the back camera? 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

6 hours ago, BoxerBoy said:

Wow!
 

That’s a lot of fuel. Or hotel rooms.

 Depends if you have to drive in Eco or Sports

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

6 hours ago, DaveMiller said:

 

Or less than one unfortunate bump into something hidden behind?

Or could get away not leaving a note..as its getting widely acceptable and sleep well on someone else's damage 😛

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

4 minutes ago, AndyMorris said:

Your quoting factory fit price, mine was fitted when car was a few months old, and yes £280 was with vat. 

As posted above its £500 an odd @ most dealerships to have fitted. 

To be honest I am pleased it was possible to fit.

Yes it would be nice to have it fitted for less. I tried 2 dealership both quoted exactly the same. I think with brexit parts price has gone up as well. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

55 minutes ago, AndyMorris said:

Had mine fitted @ skoda dealership in Leeds, £280.

Well worth the drive up from Birmingham! 

If anyone wants the lads number drop me a PM

Thats not bad price £280 with vat 🤔  The price list say £395 with vat and labour cost rest I guess. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

5 hours ago, J.R. said:

£542 for a reversing camera 😯😯

 

The last 2 I have fitted have been ones integrated into the OE boot handle or number plate lights and have cost less than £10 including delivery from China.

 

You can see where they make their money on new cars.

If its was Chinese it would void my warranty 😬 Thats why I had go with skoda part. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

1 hour ago, jasoncmiles said:

Did they install the P button / switch to cancel the view? Unless already installed.

 I already had the P button.  My 20 SEL has front and back sensors. 

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

1 hour ago, olderman1 said:

 

I didn't have the option as mine was a pre reg. I didn't think I'd miss the one I had on my previous car, but I do.

Can I ask how much it cost and did you fit it yourself ?

On my previous one I didn't have it. I think its a good option to opt for as parking places are getting smaller and smaller. I paid £542 (inl vat) I checked with 2 dealers both same price.

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

1 hour ago, DaveMiller said:

It looks exactly like the view on my factory-fitted one.

The coloured lines should move with the  steering and the “buttons” on the right give different views.

 Yes I could do that. It also gives some boxes on one of the option not sute what that for.

[Retrofitted a reverse camera]

Hi Guys. I have just retrofitted a reverse camera on my Kodiaq from my skoda service partner but I am not sure if its any different to the factory fitted one. I was told it was exactly the same. 

 

Attaching a picture of it please let me know if its any different to factory fitted one.

 

Its placed in boot opening latch. I belive its called highline camera. I regret not opting for it when I ordered the car.

[Retrofitted reverse camera.]

Hi Guys. I have just retrofitted a reverse camera from my skoda service partner but I am not sure if its any different to the factory fitted one. I was told it was exactly the same. 

 

Attaching a picture of it please let me know if its any different to factory fitted one.

 

Its placed in boot opening latch. I belive its called highline camera. I regret not to opt for it when I ordered the car. 

[Annoying beep every 30 seconds]

Maybe try to look in infotainment settings on vehicle tab to see any error displayed..? 

[Annoying beep every 30 seconds]

Sounds like a charger sound..? Do you have a charger cable attached to phone or something?

[cosmetic insurance if it's worth getting one?]

8 hours ago, DaveMiller said:

Hello Monto.  I think you’re getting no replies because we don’t know what “cosmetic insurance” is.  What is it?

 

8 hours ago, DaveMiller said:

Hello Monto.  I think you’re getting no replies because we don’t know what “cosmetic insurance” is.  What is it?

 

8 hours ago, DaveMiller said:

Hello Monto.  I think you’re getting no replies because we don’t know what “cosmetic insurance” is.  What is it?

 

 

Hi Dave Sorry for the late reply. Smart/ cosmetic is separate to your main insurance which covers minor chips, dent or scratches.  As Scot5 said guard against botox going wrong 😛 

[cosmetic insurance if it's worth getting one?]

Could someone please suggest any cosmetic insurance company and if it's worth taking one?

[PCH advice for handover]

28 minutes ago, BoxerBoy said:

 

Ah!  At the other end of the process.

 

My old car has been sitting at my door for 8 weeks since the contract expired waiting for collection.

 

In simple terms, the car you're handing back should be as clean as possible, so that whether you take it to the dealer or the dealer comes to you - as in my case - the car will make a good impression.

 

There is a well defined list of things that will be inspected.  Any damage will be charged at a pretty hefty price, e.g. scratches and scuffed alloys.

 

The only "defect" on my car is an "Inspection Service message that would have been cleared at the dealer in March, but they shut the shop.

 

My collection is booked for 1 June so I will give the car a final wash the day before as it will have been unused for 10 weeks.

Thanks. I am on the same boat  no warning lights but only few minor cosmetic scratches etc. I am now waiting for them to collect my old one.

 

I am also due to pick my new one but have slight issue as I am not sure how the WLPT would work for me as I could collect in March coz C19. There was a possibility the dealer didn't seem to be bothered much 😕

[PCH advice for handover]

On 19/05/2020 at 16:32, BoxerBoy said:

I’ve interpreted the question as Collection Of New Car.
 

Don’t let the excitement stop you giving the car a thorough once over.
 

Scratches on the bodywork and wheels are the obvious one. But seats and trim inside too.

 

Check any added extras are present and working.

 

In fact, check that everything is working. You’d be surprised that some don’t.

 

Tyre pressures may still be set at transit level.  Possibly even spring blocks.

 

Check in boot for locking wheel bolt key. And tweezers to remove bolt caps.

 

Spare wheel and jack if you’re getting one.
 

Handbook.

 

Tell them to stick on the number plates. Straight would be good.

 

A new apprentice must have drilled my new number plates. An atrocious job of butchering the plates with a drill. Luckily I’ll be sticking the new plates on soon.
 

Etc.

 

Etc.

 

Etc.

 

 

Sorry I meant handover of my old car to the leasing company :) 

 

 

[PCH advice for handover]

PCH Kodiaq ready for handover things to pay attention too also if some could kindly advice how I could check online service history? Many thanks. 

[Virtual cockpit and Waze]

1 minute ago, Montozuma said:

Hi does any one know if I connect my android ph on USB port in my Kodiaq and use Android auto, would I be able to see Waze on the virtual cockpit screen as well..? 

On my new car I have opted for VC hope it could work..

1 minute ago, Montozuma said: