[Electric tailgate opens fully, then lowers a bit?]

I've had this issue. I opted to let it drop then press and hold the button. Now it doesn't drop slightly after opening.

[Superb Mk3 vs Passat b8]

The drive mode setting affects smoothness of ACC.

[White noise from rear passenger side tweeter]

Been getting an annoying buzzing noise. Have managed to locate it to the rear passenger side tweeter. It's the sort of noise that I know if I mentioned to someone else they would struggle to hear it, but it's definitely not a fignent of my imagination. And it's definitely only the rear passenger nearside.

 

Weird thing is it's still there even with the stereo muted or turned off. Take keys out of the ignition and it's still there, but randomly stops about a minute after removing keys. I've tried rebooting the stereo by holding the power button. With ignition off the noise returns a few seconds after closing a door (but NOT just merely opening it alone).  goes away a short delay after the interior lights go off. With everything off a while and doors left closed, if I turn the stereo on even muted, the noise returns.

[If I have heated washers, does that mean the windscreen should be heated?]

On 28/10/2023 at 07:52, ApertureS said:

Have you got a photo of these connections on your washer jets?

Had my windscreen replaced and the fitter left them hanging out. Had to clip them back in. I assume they unclip relatively easily.

[If I have heated washers, does that mean the windscreen should be heated?]

These are my buttons. Always assumed it wasn't heated as it just seems to put Aircon on and max blowers directing to the screen. Also never seen "front window htg" in convenience consumers like the rear comes up.

 

[If I have heated washers, does that mean the windscreen should be heated?]

Have SEL executive. Noticed my windscreen washers have wiring going to them, which I assume means they're heated. Does this mean I should have a heated windscreen? Thanks.

[Screen wash comes out of front when rear screen wash activated]

I'm sure this has to be a common issue but couldn't find anything searching. Thanks.

[Boot open warning randomly comes on]

Swapped the LEDs in the boot out for the original bulbs and the issue is gone. Wonder if there might be a setting in VCDS to adjust.

 

For connect the roof bulbs were always the original ones (not led).

[Boot open warning randomly comes on]

But only when any of the interior roof lights are turned on, and the engine is running.

 

I only noticed it after cleaning the car so I'm guessing some stay water has gotten somewhere.

 

It's a 2016 hatchback with electric opening boot.

[Help changing adaptive xenon d3s bulb?]

Having exactly the same issue. Bulb came out fine. Finding it impossible to get a new bulb in. It feels like it's seated correctly, but whatever I do I can't get the clips to secure the bulb in place. I can see it should simply be a case of squeezing the prongs then pushing them towards the front of the car then releasing. Any hints/tips please?

 

Edit. Used needle nose pliers on the spring clip. This gave me enough purchase to push forwards to engage it properly.

[S3 Xenon lamp replacement guide]

Have removed bulb but struggling to refit. It's the type with a metal spring clip.

 

Is the bulb meant to come out on its own with no plastic add-on? Any tips on getting the spring to reseat properly with the bulb in position? Thanks.

 

Edit. Used needle nose pliers on the spring clip. This gave me enough purchase to push forwards to engage it properly.

 

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[Dismantling rear tail light]

I have a dead insect in the bottom right of the outer tail light. Is it possible to remove it from my tail light? I can see 4x tx20 bolts on the rear of the light. Thanks.

[Faulty fuel level needle?]

With Skoda Connect Lite, the detected fuel fill amounts are way off the actual amounts.

[Refitting tailgate rubber boot grommet at body on hatchback]

Have only succeeded in bending one of the clips in further the wrong way. Currently trying to bend a hook into a metal skewer to try push it from the back that way.

 

Edit: metal skewer bent as shown worked perfectly.

[Refitting tailgate rubber boot grommet at body on hatchback]

Struggling to identify where the clips are. Haven't been able to find a pic of one removed on the internet.

[Refitting tailgate rubber boot grommet at body on hatchback]

Just fitting a rear dashcam, and having a difficult time refitting the rubber bit around the plastic insert in the body end.

 

Any tips?

 

Can the plastic insert be forced out? (Then fitted to the rubber grommet and pushed back in)?

 

Thanks.

[Engine bay surprises]

On my Fabia 1.4 mpi with engine beauty cover removed, I used cable ties to prevent the oil cap from disappearing. One around the bottom going under the pipes, and another going around that and across the top of the oil cap. It could easily be slid to the side to take the cap off.

[Just bought and think my car came with incorrect wheels]

1 hour ago, roottoot said:

@anewman

Has it got new tyres on it now or are these still fitted? 

 

New tyres, but they are cheap ones unfortunately

[Just bought and think my car came with incorrect wheels]

1 hour ago, roottoot said:

If the advert is clearly saying 18" alloys then exactly.  They will need to get some or pony up some cash money.

 

If it is in the Spec they show in a Autotrader Ad with the duff spec that many just have showing in adverts they will still need to deal with their incompetence or their employees. 

 

@anewman

???

Is this it?   

 Is it actually a  SE-L Executive? 

 

17" Alloys.    'STRATOS'.

 

 

https://ojsautos.co.uk/vehicle/name/skoda-superb-se-l-executive-tsi/

[Just bought and think my car came with incorrect wheels]

It's a 2016 SE L executive which was advertised as coming with 18" wheels, and I think should have come with 18" Zenith alloys, but it has these 17" wheels instead. Anyone know what type of wheels they are and if they're the right ones?

 

What type of recourse should I expect from a used car dealer if they're incorrect?

 

(Pretty annoyed with myself I didn't pick up on this detail from the pictures).

 

Thanks.

 

[Looking at used 2018 SE L Exec estate 1.4tsi - thoughts?]

https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202205195880675

 

Seems a reasonable balance of spec/features I am looking for, and price for my budget. KESSY and park assist would be nice, but figure can't expect to get everything.

 

Can't help but feel it's paying over the odds, but I figure that's just the used car market right now (with Covid cutting supply of new cars and everyone keeping hold of old ones)?!

[SOLD : SUPERB MK3 2016 SE L EXECUTIVE GREENLINE 1.6 - FSH £12,995]

There's no car with the registration KE14 NAN.

[Worthwhile plugging in VCDS prior to purchasing a used car?]

Going to view a used car, and considering whether I take my laptop and cable to plug in and scan for any codes.

 

How likely is it a trade seller would object?

 

Could it reveal any issues if there are no warning lights on the dash?

 

Thanks.

[Looking at 2017 2.0 tsi 4x4 high mileage ex private hire]

Is an SE L executive model. Has nearly 150k miles on it. Looks like it's been impeccably maintained as MOT history shows zero fails/advisories,  though actual hard evidence of main dealer skoda service history only present for first 80k miles. 

 

Any specific issues to look out for?

 

Thanks.