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My Fabia headlamps have recently started to illuminate when on the "auto" setting, even in bright sunlight. This would appear to be an issue with the light sensor - is this an easy "fix", or should I refer to my local dealership?

Thanks, Tintowellfan. Your explanation makes a lot of sense. (By the way, I asked my local dealership to check the issue out during a minor service last week. The response was that they had checked the vehicle for faults (none found) - but they offered no explanation of the likely cause of the "whirring/trickling" noises

After stopping the engine following a 20-mile journey, I noticed a whirring sound from under the bonnet. Closer inspection revealed that this noise seemed to be from the upper part of the engine, forward of the air filter location. It was accompanied by the sound of water trickling into the coolant reservoir - perhaps overflow? This eventually stopped after a few minutes. Engine coolant temperature as indicated was normal, so I don't think this was an overheating issue. Does anyone out there have any experience of this "symptom"? Would it be advisable to have this checked by my local dealership?

I did have 2 keys; but of course (s**'s law) I was away from home at the time, and effectively "stranded", I think you are correct - it needs a good battery to operate reliably. At home, I then checked the spare key - the battery similarly read 2.9v, and I intend to replace this with a new one in case the fob requires a higher voltage. By the way, at the time of the failure I was not aware of the advised procedure of pressing the start button with the end of the key fob - I am told that may have turned the ignition on. I think the learning here is that one should a) not rely on an instrument panel "low battery" warning, b) check occasionally to see that the red led on the fob lights when locking/unlocking, and c) carry a spare battery and a suitable tool carry out a replacement if necessary.

My Fabia's key fob suddenly stopped working. No electronic lock/unlock; and (worse) the keyless ignition did not recognise the presence of the key. Luckily, I managed to have a new key fob battery fitted before a nearby garage closed for the day. At first, the fob did not work; but after about 20 minutes the fob started to work, and I was able to turn the ignition on. The old battery measured 2.9 volts on open circuit - and I am surprised that the system failed at that. Does anyone know what the minimum required voltage is? Should I suspect a defective fob? Would one expect some kind of indication in unlocking/locking before the fob becomes totally useless? This incident has raised some serious concerns in my mind about the sense in having keyless/push-button ignition.