Warrior193

Hi, try Timpsons if you have one local - some branches are able to supply correctly coded replacement keys.

Was the fuel gauge reading full after putting in that 27.5 litres? Assuming that your gauge was well into the red sector before you started filling, I suspect what happened was that the pump you used may have had a faulty auto-stop and 'clicked-off' early. Less than 28 litres should have only given you between 60-75% on the gauge.

Anything up to approx. 5% increase in rolling circumference will usually tend to reduce any existing, built-in, speedo error. Can be checked with portable GPS unit. I use 215/60/16 winter tyres on my Octavia (instead of 205/55/16 in summer) and GPS matches speedo almost exactly with them fitted. From memory, winter size gives around 4. something % increase.

Hi Karock, your battery will be either EFB or AGM. Performance of AGM is supposed to be superior.

I'd take a guess that it was flagging one of the front wheels? - what was most probably setting off your TPMS was a long enough change in traction between the front wheels when you 'booted it', which resulted in sufficient difference in rotational speed to set it off.

For full reassurance Google the website 'Will they fit' - you can try all possible tyre and wheel size permutations on it.

Hi ND, do you know the engine code?

Hi PD, the lower message on the display status refers to the angle of the front wheels - because the steering rack is electrically-assisted, moving the wheels too far from straight ahead can drop the battery voltage enough to disable the stop-start system. You can check this by turning the steering wheel while the engine stop is active - the engine will restart.

Hi, very unfortunate, but you say 'only 3 years old' - your profile does say 2015 1.6 TDI.

I agree, the responsibility lies with the driver to take a pro-active approach towards any vehicle they operate - not just drive until some warning light flashes up. Especially in relation to tyre pressures, modern radials may often be dangerously under-pressure before it is obvious - and the TPMS, if fitted, may not have even be correctly set. I recently picked up a rental car and found the left rear was around 10 PSI! Probably had been like that for some time as it didn't lose any pressure over the next 4 days.

That's a really nice blue, low miles too. Will keep an eye on your project. Track days?

I agree with JD, the one on the foot pump is more likely to be incorrect. Without having a calibrated gauge, it's difficult to be completely sure of accuracy - I prefer to use a dial type gauge - and try to prevent it from getting knocked-around too much. One of the 'race' type of dial gauges from a reputable supplier should be ok.

Hi Chris, welcome to the forum. What was the story regarding the Fabia being consigned to scrap? Enjoy.

Very likely, although no harm in trying a long charge to check actual battery condition. My stop-start becomes intermittant during winter due to low mileage runs. Battery is Moll EFB, was replaced (along with alternator) during first 6 months of warranty, and still tests as +- 90% on battery condition meter. In fact, it's on charge right now as I seem to one of the few owners on this forum who actually likes the function.

Hi Matt, glad that you found a satisfactory solution. Given the present delays in lessons, will you be the primary instructor for the time being?

Hi, it shouldn't make so much difference that would be obvious to the casual eye - the larger wheel will be fitted with lower-profile tyre (smaller sidewall) resulting in very similar actual tyre diameter.

Hi Andy, apologies for delay in answering your question - smart chargers are fitted with electronics to allow different charge-rate programmes and selectable settings to allow charging of the three common types of starter battery fitted (standard lead-acid, EFB and AGM) They usually have a 'battery recovery' programme to allow recharging a battery that may be suffering from sulphation and also minimise risk of overcharging. Common manufacturers are Ring and Ctec.

Hi Andy, your problem is most likely insufficient charge in battery - either from fading battery (especially if still original) or just needs a charge. The 'power consumption is high' message can translate to low battery volts - or something like AC, power-steering, etc. is actually drawing too much current to allow engine auto-stop to enable. There are quite a number of parameters that have to be met before auto-stop is enabled. Because these are micro-hybrids, the alternator control does not normally allow the battery to charge to 100% - usually only to 70 - 75%, so as to allow capacity for regenerative charging. If you have a 'smart' charger, try a full recharge first. Battery condition test would also be good - not sure if I would trust Halfrauds to be completely impartial though! PS. there are quite a few reports on this forum regarding a possibly faulty batch of MOLL batteries around MY16 - MY18 period.

Around 14.7 volts is normal for either type, which is a little higher than normally used for standard lead-acid batteries - my Ring smart charger just lumps EFB and AGM types together for charging. Both can be used for stop-start

Hi Ords, when you want to go to a new position, the navigation always requires you to enter the country first - rather than default to a location (or postcode) in the country you are already in.

Really dislike the way the GPS works - why does it always default to assuming that you want to depart country you are presently located when you search a new destination?

Hi, more likely that the valve core didn't seat properly after letting some air out. Surprised that you could not feel the flat tyre, possibly it didn't go flat until almost at end of trip. Are the tyres you have fitted run flats? Some valve caps do have an O ring fitted and so can form a secondary seal - but their main purpose is to keep dirt out of the valve. A good quick check for valve stem leakage is to wipe a film of spit over the top of the valve and watching it for a short time before replacing the cap - leakage is indicated if a film will not form.

Take a look at Amazon or another online supplier to get a price comparison, also useful for user reviews. There are also several references on this forum for suitable chargers.

Hi C, welcome to the forum. An 8 or 10 amp smart charger will do the job - Amp hour rating of battery not particularly important in selecting a suitable charger, but do get one with the correct charging mode for your type of battery. You should have EFB or AGM battery fitted to your Octavia - all relevant information will be marked on top or side of battery. Important - always use the tag on the engine bulkhead for the negative charger connection. I use a Ring RSC 608 (8 amp) on my Octavia, which gets me from around 50-60% to 90-100% charged in 12 hours.

A4 is the minimum grade required for corrosion resistance in marine applications, especially if submerged in salt water.