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Sorry to hear that your HU is stuck in demo mode A couple of suggestions : have you tried pressing the reset button next to the volume knob? Worth a try - both with the unit off and with it on. Also what software is yours running? Bear in mind that my HU is over 3 years old so newer ones may have changed. I have updated the firmware in mine a couple of times - the photo below shows the current settings. Hope this helps, Andrew

Yes, I'm still around but don't get much chance to read and post these days. Please fire away with your questions ......

Hi Hakelm, The handle does need a strong pull to remove it. Try warming the handle with a hot air gun/hair drier to make the plastic more flexible. Whilst levering it also pull at the top of the handle directly away from the door. Hope this helps ... Cheers, Andrew

I have an Atera Strada 3 bike carrier that clamps onto the ball. OK, they are expensive but built to last - mine is over 6 years old and still going strong. Have a look at The Roof Box Company - they do an extensive range of carriers: http://www.roofbox.co.uk/bike-carriers/bike-carriers-racks-range-towbar-mounting.php Cheers, Andrew

Surprisingly, I found the main dealer prices competitive. Make sure you get the right colour to match the rest of your trim - there are a number of different options. Remember to keep the original facia trim so you can refit the oem headunit when you sell the car. Cheers, Andrew

Hi, I'm intending to get a remap once Skoda decide what's happening over the diesel emissions scandal (received the letter to say a software update is required but when?) In the mean time, my Yeti's air filter is due a change so wondering if it's worth going for a K&N filter and what effect that may have on a remap, if any? It's a 2012 170CR Yeti. Most likely go for a Shark remap next time there's a GB or they have a sale .... fingers crossed Comments welcomed ..... one obvious advantage of the K&N filter is being able to clean and reuse it - and advantage with the number of miles I do and regularly using the car on dusty gravel roads. Cheers, Andrew

Yes, the Bluetooth module is separate to the HU (under driver's seat on UK spec car). I disconnected the wiring connector and tucked this into the hole in the carpet and removed the module for safe keeping (so I could fit a fire extinguisher under the driver's seat). The phone option no longer appears on the maxi-dot display and the steering wheel buttons for the phone no longer operate so I have to use the screen on my Kenwood HU for the phone. May be other HUs interface to the car better than the DNX525DAB but for the number of times I use the phone whilst driving, I'm not too bothered. Cheers, Andrew

What car is he installing them in? Generally, the speakers are set too low to get a good sound stage with co-axial units as they will the tweeters. Better to go for component speakers with the tweeters mounted higher. Requires more effort installing them but the results are worth it. I too have Infinity speakers in my Yeti but Hertz get good reviews. Cheers, Andrew

I'm in the same boat - the fuel filter is due a change on my 2012 Yeti (CFJA engine). Looking at ElsaWin, the "bleeding operation" using the VCDS runs the fuel pump for 180 seconds to purge the system. I would assume that turning the ignition on and off (without starting the engine) a good few times should achieve the same effect. The issue is that if there is air in the high pressure system, the injectors and pump will run dry leading to potential damage. Not sure whether to risk it or get a quote from the dealer to do just a filter change (and possibly the brake fluid) - did my old Octavia (1.9 TDI engine) without VCDS no problem. Cheers, Andrew

Thanks - now let's see if I can find my voucher Cheers, Andrew

Having had a Kenwood DNX525DAB for over 9 months, sound wise it's great (with the speakers upgraded) but there are various niggles with it that don't make it perfect especially considering how much it costs. I don't think I would have bought it knowing what I do now - yes, it's good but not worth the money. The Chinese Android based head units look good on paper but how reliable are they in the long run? Have you thought of keeping the Swing and upgrading the speakers as the OE ones are pretty basic to improve the sound quality? Cheers, Andrew

Did they turn out to be the pukka ones? I may go for a set if they are the genuine ones especially as I have an Amazon gift voucher. Cheers, Andrew

It's not just a case of car manufacturers stopping your fiddling with their cars, it's down to cost - rivets are quicker and cheaper to fit than nuts and bolts. Here's my post with a few pics but basically as Ryan explains above - click here Drill off the heads of the rivets using a 6mm drill and carefully prise out the OE speaker (which has an integral spacer). Using pliers, push the rivets through not letting them drop into the door (they'll rattle). You will require adaptors to fit aftermarket speakers - I used Connects2 CT25VW07 sourced via ebay. Fit these in place with M6 bolts, washers and nyloc nuts then screw the speaker in place with self-tapping screws. You will have to modify the wiring to connect to the new speakers (and cut a hole in the speaker adaptor to pass the wires through). Cheers, Andrew

I too find DAB coverage around parts of Birmingham hit and miss. The sound quality on FM is better for music as a lot of the DAB radio stations use lower bit rates while speech sounds fine e.g. sports commentary on 5live.Cheers, Andrew

Hi Morry, The tweeter wiring is "piggy-backed" off the woofer speaker so if you do take the door card off, it's worth checking that connector too. The tweeter is heat staked onto the back of the door card so if you can get a replacement, you'll need to cut the old one out and glue the new one in place. Part number is 1U0 035 411E (confirm before you order). Cheers, Andrew