[Google Maps rapid zoom in & out CarPlay Columbus]

I think the problem is with the GPS on the phone. When I use Waze, I noticed that the speed jumps between correct one and 10km/h lower one. Google Maps uses speed to determine the zoom level. They should add a longer delay between the speed changing and the zoom change.

[Google Maps rapid zoom in & out CarPlay Columbus]

Noticed the same thing. Using Waze instead

[Wireless CarPlay - No Internet/Data Connection on phone]

There should not be a separate connection to wifi. Carplay should agree this over bluetooth automatically. Try to toggle CarPlay off and on in bluetooth connection settings for your car.

[Ignition switch (w/ Kessy) restoration]

Followed the instructions and tips. All went well. Used sewing needles from below to keep the tabs open. 

[Hissing/whistling noise on D3]

The C4 still does it. Never found a reason. My DSG is more like a whine, not hissing. And always there when I accelerate.

[Hissing/whistling noise on D3]

My car also has some kind of noise on D3. Have not complained to dealer yet.

I remember that Citroen C4 also had something similar.

[Anyone noticed... ?]

I have seen the water spinning in this location, but it did not block mirrors. Could be related to wind direction

[Rear skoda emblem removal.]

Yes, the original is stuck with double sided adhesive as well. Just start with some dental floss and use a toothpick to get it behind the badge. If this is not enough, find a denser string to saw the old badge off.

The factory badge has 1 big adhesive, not 3 strips like the ebay item. 

[MIB Columbus ECE2015/2016 Maps Direct Download Link]

http://here.com Feedback. Report a map problem

[Mk3 Owners + Workshop Manual info]

http://s000.tinyuplo...164494639850596

 

1.8 2.0 tsi engine workshop

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335530

 

tdi cr engine workshop

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335542

 

1.4 tsi engine workshop

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335548

 

basic equipment

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335556

 

electrical sys general notes

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335558

 

gearbox 02Q

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335566

 

wheels tyres

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335571

 

brake system

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335574

 

heating AC

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335580

 

ac with R134

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335591

 

axles steering

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335596

 

body work

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335605

 

0CW DSG gearbox

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335610

 

0D9 DSG gearbox

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335614

[Mk3 Owners + Workshop Manual info]

The last post here contains some interesting links http://vwforum.ro/topic/99745-info-manual-octavia-3/

[Soundproofing the octavia]

This is a skoda workshop manual mentioned in "radio removal" post

http://www.fileshare.ro/e31335605%C2%A0

[Canton speaker - anyone know actual specifications]

make sure you don't have anything in the door compartments. it drove me mad until i realised it was a parking clock or a water bottle that was rattling

[hard ride]

Another thing. The Skoda recommended tire pressures are a bit too high IMO. I lowered from the recommended 2.2 to 2.0.

[hard ride]

My experience with professionally installed sound proofing - it does not get rid of tire noise if the tires are bad. Pirelli Cinturato P7 that came from factory were noisy as hell. Goodyear Efficientgrip Performance fixed this issue.

Sound proofing helped with going through potholes, Canton and doors close like a premium car's now. Also engine noise. Generally low frequency is dampened.

[First service on 14 plate vRS - Software update recall?]

i checked any my car does not have any pending recalls. http://www.skoda.ee/hooldus/kontrolli-aktsioone

it should theoretically check skoda database for recalls.

[Extra soundproofing in Scandinavian cars?]

My swedish Scout 2.0 tdi 184 dsg has "GDM, Additional interior noise suppression" and "GRD, Additional exterior noise suppression"

do you have any visible soundproofing under the spare wheel?

[New MK3 Octavia Scout member]

The Nivalis Antracite don't look as dark in real life as in the catalogue.

[Grill surround - anyone replaced one yet?]

I had my dealer swap it before they handed it over. Cost me 75€.

[Metallic Moon White for Scout]

I have a Scout with black rails and mirror covers. Had to pay extra for the mirror covers though. Black rails were actually cheaper than silver. I plan to paint the rest of the silver parts to black also.

[DSG Oil Change at 10,000 miles / 15.000 km]

I checked the servicing cost table. DSG oil change is done on II and IV service. Cost is 136€+VAT.

So every 2 years at least.

[Scout factory fit Tow Bar]

No panel. There is a plastic insert that covers the tow bar hole.

[I didn't know it could do that!]

Mine came with Pirelli summer tires so I could choose the winter tires myself. Although I'm pretty sure the Pirellis are not suitable for nordic weather. So just sell them and buy whatever TM suggests next month.

[Superskoda Courier to UK]

https://gls-group.eu/EU/en/parcel-tracking

They do mark it as dispatched right when they process the order though. And never trust their in stock quote. Waited for a week, then contacted them to find out 1 item was out of stock and they refused to send the rest as a separate package. Had to cancel the out of stock item and order it separately in effect paying the shipping fee twice.

[De-badge or not to de-badge that is the question?]

When you peel off the glue, use a hairdryer and keep your thumb in the flow to make sure it does not get too hot. Then start peeling from one side and keep blowing between the paint and glue. Should come off almost perfectly. I used small amount of bug and tar removal with microfiber cloth to get rid of the rest.