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My 245 vRS gets probably ~400 miles to a tank. Long term average is 37.6 MPG but that'll just depend how you drive it

You might want to add that info to the thread linked below and see if Pab has anything for you. At a guess, there is a 0480 update

VCDS can't change the steering curve on a MQB platform car. The steering curve(s) are now in a parameter file that needs flashing onto the steering rack. You'd need a tool such as ODIS-e or VCP to upload a new one

You might want to try some google translate on this webpage: https://www.drive2.com/l/573969809784439237/ Not something I've tried as my headunit is already 04xx so it's completely at your own risk

Yeah that's just part of the buttons then, you'll need a new set to fix it 👍 There are a few versions that look very similar so if check your existing set for their part number before buying.

You might want to say which part number your radio has...

It might help if you post the part number of the bit you removed- it'll be stamped on the rear and include a colour code

Snake oil doesn't fix problem?! Madness Maybe it didn't work because it doesn't do anything or perhaps the fuel system was already clean enough that there was no marked improvement...? Anyway, I think it's pretty unlikely that your issues is caused by dirt or deposits on injector 3 and that redex will remove that specific contaminant by using above the recommended dose. I assume you've seen the number of possible reasons for these fault codes: - http://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/16684/P0300/000768 - https://wiki.ross-tech.com/wiki/index.php/16687/P0303/000771 I don't understand why you want to keep guessing at the fault and spending money on random fixes hoping that'll sort it. You need to get the problem diagnosed properly and then you can fix it...

Assuming you mean this bit: Then yes, just for example: https://www.cars-equipment.com/en/shop/multifunction-switches-buttons-2/oem-5e0419685a-trim-for-steering-wheel/ The correct part number should be stamped on the rear of your existing part, check the colour etc before ordering

Feels like you just answered that yourself... Maybe find a garage that'll do some more in-depth diagnostics and tests before buying parts? They could have easily swapped the spark plug and coil pack between cylinders to confirm the fault before buying new parts. There are lots of reasons for a misfire so until you can narrow it down, you'll be lucky to fix it by replacing parts that 'might' be causing it.

I'd probably get a compression test done and check for any air/vacuum leaks...

Pretty sure that'll be a EA888 Gen3 engine which has a timing chain rather than a cambelt. AFAIK, that should last the 'lifetime' of the engine so shouldn't need changing...

I believe the pre-FL uses 5E0823031 and the facelift uses 5E0823031A or 5E0823031B - but you should double check For example: - https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/5e0823031-front-bonnet-21877.html (pre-FL) - https://www.skoda-parts.com/spare-part/5e0823031b-front-bonnet-34296.html (facelift)

That's a MIB2 Amundsen. I would suggest you use these maps: # ECE 1 2022/23 6.6 GB VW portal: https://vw-maps-cdn.lighthouselabs.eu/vw-maps/DiscoverMedia2_EU1_1810_V15.7z VW portal: https://navigation-maps.volkswagen.com/vw-maps/DiscoverMedia2_EU1_1810_V15.7z Files inside: 2021.05.12 Downloadable: 2021.11.21 Published: 2021.--.-- Škoda portal: - - Seat portal: http://seatmapdownloads.akamaized.net/EU1/EU1_STD_1810.zip Files inside: 2021.05.12 Downloadable: 2021.10.19 Published: 2021.--.-- And follow this guide: Which will give this coverage:

I've no idea which headunit or generation you have. Assuming it's an Amundsen: - If it's a MIB1, then I believe a 16GB card is fine for the latest maps: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/481828-amundsen-mib1-map-update-2020-2021/ - If it's a MIB2, then the 'full' Europe ECE AS(A1) maps won't fit on a 16GB card without deleting some files but the other ECE packs will: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/498473-amundsen-mib2-map-updates-202223/ At a guess, ECE 1 (Andorra, Belgium, Faroe Islands, France, Gibraltar, Iceland, Ireland, Ireland, Luxembourg, Monaco, Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom) should be OK for you

Check the coding log in C:\Ross-Tech\VCDS\Debug and set the original coding?

There is no hidden information on the SD card so you need to format it correctly then add the appropriate maps. The only check is the SD CID is correct, this cannot be changed nor wiped

The MK2 has electro-mechanical power steering so there is no pump or reservoir... At a guess, you have a MK1? Might be worth looking at the e pictures on Wikipedia to confirm: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Škoda_Octavia

If you have the tickbox, then it's likely fitted and yes, you just need to tick it If there is no tickbox, you probably don't have it

Loads on eBay as well

Yup... It's a PTC style so it won't draw the full current for long. When I retrofitted mine, the factory wiring diagram spec'ed a single, 100a fuse to protect the wiring 😳

I retrofitted one to my MK2 Octavia with a CR140. That would take 15-20 minutes or so for the coolant to get warm enough for cabin heat. After fitting, I'd get warm (not hot) air after a few minutes. Still, you could definitely feel the difference as the engine got to temperature. On a EA288, you probably have a 'dumb' version fitted. It's controlled by the ECU and two relays. There will probably be a measuring block to say that it's on but that's it. They used to fit 'smart' versions which had a control module built in. These would report exactly how much heat they generated, I guess cost savings killed them!

It's basically a 1kw electric heater. It'll take the edge off until the coolant is warm enough to heat the cabin but it's not particularly powerful.

Regardless of warranty, if it's only two days I'd expect the dealership to at least take a look! It's very likely the fault was there when it was sold and therefore should be covered.

If you're getting errors after two days, I'd take it back to the dealership that sold it and have them take a look...