Everything posted by AGFalco
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Does my 2018 Fabia MIB2 unit (5Q0035819C / MST2) support SmartLink / CarPlay?
Speak to @pab567 Thanks. AG Falco
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Vag com and Code readers
Not sure if the Fabia II could run variable servicing? What sort of annual mileage are doing then? Not all of the plans. ?? Thanks. AG Falco
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Vag com and Code readers
You don't need any equipment to reset the service interval to fixed. A good VAG diagnostic app / tool is OBDeleven. https://obdeleven.com/ Thanks. AG Falco
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AC turns itself on when i adjust the heat dial.
Quite normal. Especially with the air flow direction pointing straight up to the screen. Or if you turn the temperature down to cold. Thanks. AG Falco
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FABIA MK4 0W-20 vs 5w-30
I had pre paid for the first two services also. Thanks. AG Falco
- Engine oil for Superb III 2.0 TSI DNUA
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FABIA MK4 0W-20 vs 5w-30
Similar philosophy with me. Although I have already gone to a higher viscosity oil at the first two services. See above. The dealer did ask questions but happily fitted the oil I requested. I try to buy cars new and then keep them a long time. Oil change every year or sooner if the mileage limit comes first. No oil consumption in my petrol engines . The Diesel will go down a little, although I have never needed to top it up between services. I started to use fully synthetic Mobil F1 oil back in the 80's. Had one Big main dealer at a first service tell me that the Mobil F1 oil I supplied was the wrong oil for the car. They had marked this on the invoice so I had to bring in printed evidence before they reprinted the invoice. Thanks. AG Falco
- Engine oil for Superb III 2.0 TSI DNUA
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Query on the steering of our Fabia
You only notice it if you try to notice it. Same on mine. Thanks AG Falco
- Back Tyre for 1.2 TSI
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FABIA MK4 0W-20 vs 5w-30
That car is not made any more. It was discontinued between when I ordered and delivery. Soon no ICE cars will be sold new. I keep my cars a long time. The oldest one in my fleet at the minute, I bought new in 2009. So presently 16 years old and at 139K miles. Plan to keep my 2023 car that long as well. So for me, YES. Thanks. AG Falco
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Fabia 3 combi hub centre cap question
Sounds normal. I am assuming you don't have any wheel trims on the steel wheels? Thanks. AG Falco
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FABIA MK4 0W-20 vs 5w-30
After the warranty is over I will run this oil in my 2023 VW. It is also used in the other three cars I run. Thanks. AG Falco
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FABIA MK4 0W-20 vs 5w-30
I have a VW that I bought new in Oct 23. VW recommend a C5 0W-20 oil is fitted. You can also use a C3 5W-30 oil. This was confirmed by TPS. VW's parts supplier in the UK. At the first service in Oct 24 the VW dealer fitted the C3 oil for me. At the Second service in Oct 25 the VW dealer fitted the C3 oil for me. I have also changed the oil sticker under the bonnet to the oil I use. I keep my cars for a long time so the oil I chose is important to me. Details I found were:- VW 504 is a FS LL 5W 30 C3 oil and is better at reducing engine wear with a HT/HS viscosity of 3.5 cP than a C5 oil. VW 508, VW 509 is a FS LL 0W 20 C5 oil has a HT/HS viscosity of 2.6- 2.9 cP. They can improve fuel economy by 1%. Engines using this oil will suffer more engine wear than one using a C3 oil. 5W oil is still a flowing liquid at -30°C. 0W oil is still a flowing liquid at -35°C. How cold is it in Greece? ACEA C3''Stable, stay-in-grade oil intended for use as catalyst compatible oil in vehicles with DPF and TWC in high performance car and light van diesel and petrol engines, with a minimum HTHS viscosity of 3.5mPa.s. These oils will increase the DPF and TWC life.'' As apposed to C5 :- ACEA C5''ACEA C5 oils are high performance, lower SAPS lubricants. The primary goal of ACEA C5 oils is increased fuel economy in high performance petrol and diesel engines in passenger cars where advanced after-treatment systems such as Diesel Particulate Filters and Three Way Catalysts are used. HTHS viscosity must be in the range 2.6 to 2.9mPa.s (i.e. low) - typically SAE 0W-20 or 5W-20 and made with Group III base oils.'' HTH Thanks. AG Falco
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EFB Battery replacement
Anywhere near N. Dorset? I do. Thanks. AG Falco
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Fabia Mk3 (2017) - What A Carry On - Headlight Bulb
made. Thanks. AG Falco
- Asking about fuel injectors, SKODA Citigo Hatchback 1.0 (60 hp Petrol CHYA)
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Fabia Mk3 (2017) - What A Carry On - Headlight Bulb
I made one. Also a little grease on the two ears help with the refitment and beyond. Also some people have used a piece of engine coolant pipe of the right size. See this post, page 2 has photos of what I mae. Thanks. AG Falco
- Asking about fuel injectors, SKODA Citigo Hatchback 1.0 (60 hp Petrol CHYA)
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Asking about fuel injectors, SKODA Citigo Hatchback 1.0 (60 hp Petrol CHYA)
I would wait until / if the fault appears and then do a full scan. Some systems will give you more detail than just a generic P2177 code. Some can give you live data as well. This also might help in your diagnosis. I use OBDII. Does the engine have a drop in performance at this time? Thanks. AG Falco
- Asking about fuel injectors, SKODA Citigo Hatchback 1.0 (60 hp Petrol CHYA)
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Asking about fuel injectors, SKODA Citigo Hatchback 1.0 (60 hp Petrol CHYA)
First thing I would do is fill the car with a good tank of premium petrol and a can / bottle of injector cleaner. I use Tesco Momentum petrol and something like Redex petrol injector cleaner. Then when this is in the car and the engine is hot, use the engine firmly. I go up a long hill using full throttle in a lower gear with the revs above 4k all the way. Obviously clear the code first and then see if it or another code comes back after the above. Thanks. AG Falco
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Exhaust replacement - Monte Carlo Estate - 1.0 TSI
I can not check exactly because I don't know your exact car but look at Klarius here : - https://www.onlineautomotive.co.uk/skoda/fabia/exhausts/centre-exhaust-silencers I think Euro Car Parts can supply Klarius and they have two depots in Edinburgh : - https://www.eurocarparts.com/p/klarius-centre-silencer-704445321 Thanks. AG Falco
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Dead Battery-VRS mk 4.5
I have always turned the stop/start off every journey with my car from new. I am still on the original EFB battery at 9 years old and 92K miles. Stop/Start will still work if I try it. This is also interesting on the wear aspect of stop/start : - Thanks. AG Falco
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Škoda Fabia mk3 spare wheel size help
Put one of your wheels in the boot and see how it sits. The Polystyrene part should fit inside the wheel with a 16'' rim. Thanks. AG Falco