AGFalco
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It can be easier to look from behind the grill first. A thin flat trim removal tool put in the right places can help to unclip all the catches that hold the grill in. I find you want to do one clip at a time working from one end to the other. Thanks. AG Falco
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Sorry. I mean is it the light switch that is NOT working? Thanks. AG Falco
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Light switch on the dash? Thanks. AG Falco
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Is it the inner or the outer bulbs that don't work? Thanks. AG Falco
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You might want to put the HEADING in English as well. 🙂 Vous voudrez peut-être également mettre le TITRE en anglais.Thanks. AC Falco
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Before the first service was due on my car, I looked in to the oils recommended for the car. I rang TPS and asked them what oils were listed as suitable for my car. They said that both VW508 & VW504 were good. TPS are VW's parts company here in the UK:- https://tps.trade/ You give them the car VIN to look up any parts wanted so this is car specific information. Because VW508 has less wear protection than VW504 I had VW504 fitted. The VW dealer that did the first service had no problem with fitting VW504. VW508 oil has a lower viscosity and was introduced to give better fuel consumption figures in the testing that any car needs to do, to be sold in the UK. But this is a theoretical improvement of only 2% but at the cost of faster engine wear. Since I keep my cars a long time the VW504 oil will benefit me later on. The 0W part of the oil means that the oil will still flow freely at -40° So if you live in a very cold area and/or are not wanting to look after the car long term then fit VW508. I have not and will not fit VW508 to my car. HTH Thanks. AG Falco
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The VW508 0W-20 C5 LL FS oil is recommended for The D series engines. But this oil has less wear protection than the previous VW oils. This is VW505 5W-30 C3 LL FS oil. This oil can also be used in the D series engines. I have a VW UP with a D series engine in it which recommends the VW508 0W-20 C5 oil be fitted. I got the VW dealer to fit it with VW505 5W-30 C3 LL FS oil at the first yearly service. The VW508 0W-20 C5 oil has a potential for 2% better fuel economy over the VW505 5W-30 C3 oil. But this is with the downside of worst engine wear. There are two main differences between C5 and C3. In red below 1: C5 has a lower viscosity than C3. 2: C5 has a lower HTHS rating than C3 which increases the engine wear. HTHS is the abbreviation for “High Temperature High Shear”. See below. 'ACEA C5 Stable, stay-in-grade Engine Oil with Mid SAPS-Level, for further improved Fuel Economy, intended for use as catalyst compatible Oil at extended Drain Intervals in Vehicles with all Types of modern Aftertreatment Systems and High Performance Passenger Car & Light Duty Van Gasoline & DI Diesel Engines that are designed to be capable and OEM-approved for use of Low Viscosity Oils with a minimum HTHS Viscosity of 2.6 mPa*s.' Car manufactures are tending to use a lower viscosity oil to improve fuel consumption. But the improvement between C5 and C3 is listed as only 2% better. I check fuel consumption so will notice any difference. Since the biggest controller of fuel economy is 'the nut fitted between the steering wheel and the drivers seat' I tend to sort that out first. 'ACEA C3 Stable, stay-in-grade Engine Oil with Mid SAPS-Level, intended for use as catalyst compatible Oil at extended Drain Intervals in Vehicles with all Types of modern Aftertreatment Systems and High Performance Passenger Car & Light Duty Van Gasoline & DI Diesel Engines that are designed to be capable of using Oils with a minimum HTHS Viscosity of 3.5 mPa*s.' HTHS viscosity The HTHS value is a measure of the viscosity of an engine oil under demanding conditions. Defined limit values ensure that even with high-performance engines, the engine oils can maintain a tear-resistant lubricating film in the bearing area at high temperatures and high speeds (shear stability). The unit for measuring HTHS is mPas (millipascal second). If the HTHS value is above 3.5 mPas, the HTHS viscosity is to be classified as normal. An HTHS value below 3.5 mPas is referred to as a reduced HTHS viscosity. 'SAPS stands for sulfated ash, phosphorus, and sulfur.' You need a MID/LOW SAPS oil with an engine with any exhaust emission controls. So to sum up: A lubricant with low HTHS viscosity improves fuel efficiency. A lubricant with high HTHS viscosity offers better protection for engine parts. I keep my cars long term so I want long term engine protection first. If you are in a hotter part of India I would go for the VW505 5W-30 C3. Thanks. AG Falco
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Try this:- Hello everyone I have a Skoda Fabia 2 Rs from 2013, I don't have paddles or basic steering wheel controls. I bought an Octavia 3 and Fabia 3 steering wheel with the flat part (with the paddles and steering wheel controls) I wanted to know if there were people who had already done everything and get help with coding because nothing found on the internet Thank you all
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It's in the fuel tank. Not listed to be changed. ( unless you have a problem? ). Thanks. AG Falco
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@zom414 Where in the UK are you. PM me, if you are local to me. Thanks. AG Falco
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Just the clock. With a smart charger! The engine needs to run for the AC to work at normal power. Thanks. AG Falco
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Is the handbrake off? Thanks. AG Falco
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In the video that tool is not knurled. If you look at the still from the video it is the part just in front of his right index finger. With the hexagonal end that the long threaded part goes through. THT Thanks. AG Falco
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Look at this:- Thanks. AG Falco
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Are you using a Brake caliper wind back tool? If so, with a Left hand thread or Right hand thread? Thanks. AG Falco
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Swap the head unit for a Bolero unit from 2016 onwards? Thanks. AG Falco
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Don't normally need to remove the bumper. Thanks. AG Falco
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You know the answer. 😉 Thanks. AG Falco
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Here, but be careful, more than one listed;- https://www.skoda-parts.com/catalog/fabia-3/spare-parts/clutch/flywheel-81.html Thanks. AG Falco
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Laptop rotated clockwise 90°. Thanks. AG Falco
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Including the headlamp washer? Is the car parked on a camber and it is leaking out running along the front bumper to the drivers side? Could the water have frozen in the last two months? Thanks. AG Falco
