bertJ
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Fabia Mk3 SEL DSG. VW Golf Estate Mk7.5 2.0tdi DSG
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How do I change the pollen filter on a Mk.3?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
I took the filter out this afternoon with no trouble whatsoever and found that it was a bit grubby but nothing serious. I thought of changing the filter because I have severe hay fever but the car's only done 8k miles in 3 years (one careful, previous owner) so I'm not sure if a new filter will help. However, putting the filter back was very easy until I tried to get the plastic base back! After a long struggle I realised that it's simpler to 'click' the clips back on when the plastic base is back in rather than trying to put the plastic base in with the clips located in the open position. It's no fun reclining on your back with your head in the foot well and feet on the ground outside! BTW, Europarts have one of their usual part's discount available for the next two days - EGG80 -
How do I change the pollen filter on a Mk.3?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
Try this - https://catalog.mann-filter.com/EU/eng/vehicle/MANN-FILTER Katalog Europa/Vehicles/CARS + TRANSPORTERS/SKODA;jsessionid=68F2D2A7D2DE2E99458CF214D9C27416 Thanks again -
How do I change the pollen filter on a Mk.3?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
Thank you very much. There's no way I would have worked that out without your suggestion about the Mann filter information. -
I've spent ages trying to work out how to change the pollen filter on my Mk.3. I can't find any info on the web whatsoever except some stuff that defaults to older Fabias, Octavias and Superbs. I assume that the filter is behind the glove box but I'm not even sure of that. Two screws underneath the box are virtually inaccessible plus three screws along the top of the glove box that are also quite difficult to access. I'm not even sure if these screws are relevant. I'd be very grateful for advice, especially from anyone who has done this replacement.
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Under inflated tyre warning sign
bertJ replied to JoePeddos's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
Yes, this happened to me on a Passat during some hot weather a few years ago. The pressure on all the tyres had increased by about 3ibs so I reset the pressure warning and it never happened again. This pressure warning system seems to be very crude and prone to false alarms. Just check your pressures with a good tyre pressure gauge and reset the warning system if it happens again. -
That's interesting, I didn't know you could still get these dowels from VW. I also had one in an old Passat many years ago but I tried to buy one about 5 years ago and the dealer didn't know what I was talking about.
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Just for the record you can still buy steel versions of the wheel locating dowel. They are extremely useful for locating a wheel because VW/Skoda etc. uses wheel bolts rather than studs fitted to other makes. They are particularly good when fitting much heavier wheels on Octavias, Golfs, Passats etc. but still good for the smaller wheels on Fabias. I bought mine from Demon Tweeks.
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There are no stupid questions; only stupid replies!
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Battery drain, rubbish battery, or not charging properly?
bertJ replied to vc-10's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
TBH, I've given up worrying about the low voltage warning. I've been getting it fairly frequently for at least 4 months since I bought my 3 year old 1.2 tsi dsg. The car always starts with no sign of hesitation and, as a bonus, the stop/start system doesn't work! If it's a battery problem I'll just wait until failure becomes obvious. -
As rum4mo it's a lottery!
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Ask the dealer to actuate auto locking. Also set up remote unlocking - you can have it set so that one press unlocks all doors and the boot, or just the driver's door. There are obvious advantages/disadvantages to either. IMO you're paying enough for a new car so I would be very annoyed if the dealer refuses to do these 5 minute jobs.
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Extended Warranty - Thoughts; Experience?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
Thanks very much for your excellent advice. That's a very good idea for saving money towards repairs and I'll certainly find an independent garage for regular servicing etc. Unfortunately I can no longer carry out routine servicing myself (oil changes etc.) because of advancing years and declining health. Hopefully I'll keep the Fabia until it's worthless! -
My Fabia is coming up to 3 years old with a ridiculously low mileage (8k). I bought it secondhand about 6 months ago and I intend keeping it for the foreseeable future. I'm vaguely thinking of taking out an extended warranty and would be especially grateful for comments from anyone who has had experience of these warranties. They seem very expensive with lots of restrictions. My inclination is to make sure the car is regularly serviced and checked and to keep my fingers crossed! Thanks in advance.
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Carista. Throttle response behaviour - meaning?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
You have to keep your foot on the foot brake while stationary in Drive to remain stationary. The handbrake will not keep the car stationary in Drive. It seems that the Fabia has the old version of this system so there's no way you can move off by releasing the handbrake. In contrast all recent VW's with DSG boxes (i.e. MK 7 Golfs etc.) will remain stationary in Drive without keeping your foot on the brake pedal or using the handbrake. To move off you just touch the accelerator - an excellent design. BTW, Golfs etc. have an electronic/electrical handbrake that is completely automatic and holds the car whenever it's stopped. It's about time all Skodas had this system, not just the Superb etc. -
Carista. Throttle response behaviour - meaning?
bertJ replied to bertJ's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk III (2014-2021)
Never noticed any turbo lag. Only slight problem is trying to move off from a standstill without a sudden jerk. It's probably a characteristic of the 7 speed dsg box combined with the petrol engine. My wife's 6 speed diesel 150bhp dsg Golf moves off very smoothly but does have some turbo lag.