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Is this the gearbox oil filler plug? Mk2 estate.
wiilydog replied to Davidmb's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
Yes, the bottom one is the drain -
2007-2014 Fabia 3 1.4 diesel Brake wear light on
wiilydog replied to Chickenlickin's topic in Skoda Fabia Mk II (2007-2014)
yes that is the brake pad warning light, the warning can be turned off permanently by someone with vcds cable + software -
Another high oil consumption Octavia!
wiilydog replied to Robbo28's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
agree with bigjohn and reject the car as the 1.8tsi are known to have piston ring issues causing high oil consuption you are lucky you have bought it from a dealer and not priviately as you will be protected by consumer rights -
Buying used estate - expectation management
wiilydog replied to MattDB's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
the 1.4tsi also a good option if you don't do the mileage and don't want a diesel as no dmf or dpf to worry about also does decent mpg around 40mpg around town and 50 mpg on a motorway run -
Loud creaking when going over bumps/speed bumps
wiilydog replied to BennyG's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
Worth checking out front and rear anti roll bar drop links as these are cheap to replace. -
Glad your not hurt is the important thing as cars can be replaced. Good luck with finding your replacement.
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Tips, tricks, things to check or try
wiilydog replied to Elgee's topic in Skoda Superb Mk III (2015 - 2023)
I've heard that comment too on some YouTube engine rebuilt videos and 0w20 is like water may be good for mpg / emissions but may be not so good for engine longevity as 5w30 vw spec will offer better protection. -
Jobs to do at 100,000 miles octavia vrs tdi cr
wiilydog replied to craycrayfrog's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
Gearbox oil worth doing -
try https://www.autodoc.co.uk/ and download the App on to your phone as they do special promotions on certain days
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Better suspension on my 2019 MK3 FL L&K
wiilydog replied to varaderoguy's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Worth looking into some bilstein b6 shocks too -
The technology is already out there to retrofit LED bulbs that don't dazzle on coming traffic as Philips also produce a Street legal LED bulb for the the EU market https://www.philips.com/c-e/au/road-legal-led-headlights/ultinon-pro6000-led.html
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Octavia 1.5 TSI 170k miles
wiilydog replied to WalterM1's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Nothing wrong with the mileage especially if has been well maintained and mainly motorway miles. My 1.4tsi has done 160k and had no major work apart from regular oil service. Just check that the Cambelt has been done by a specialist as the 1.5tsi has ACT and needs proper timing equipment. Also just be aware that Cambelt changes on the 1.5tsi can cost around £750 to £1k whereas the 1.4tsi with no ACT is around £350, so something you wish to consider before going for a 1.5tsi -
No light or fault codes, just felt gutless below 2k, new MAF sorted the issue, hence try unplugging it to see if it drives better.
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Does your car have a maf sensor? As worth try unplugging it if it has one, to see if it makes a difference as out of spec MAF may make it a bit gutless at low revs as the fuel and air mix will be wrong as had a similar issue with Oct MK2 tdi
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1.0 TSi and 1.5 TSi Cambelt change interval
wiilydog replied to JamesK's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Yes it is a non ACT 1.4tsi, I got mine done at 150k as didn't want to risk of pushing it any further despite no specific intervals from VW -
1.0 TSi and 1.5 TSi Cambelt change interval
wiilydog replied to JamesK's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
I got my 1.4tsi belt changed at indy for £320 back in May so guess the 1.0tsi will be similar. Anything with ACT will be expensive due to the complex nature of the variable valve timing. -
Looking for Low Maintenance Motoring
wiilydog replied to DiscoSkipper's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk II (2004 - 2013)
Give it another few more weeks there should plenty of good non ULEZ cars up for grabs from London. Go for something with good service history preferable with annual oil changes rather than variable servicing. I ran my 2.0pd 140 to 215k before I sold it and it was still going strong. Can't beat the old PD engines as long as you avoid PD Vrs as that came with DPF. -
Sump. Paint, leave, replace ?
wiilydog replied to classic's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Here is proper guide for Golf Mk7 but should same for Oct MK3 as they share a similar platform https://www.golfmk7.com/forums/index.php?threads/how-to-retro-fit-skid-trays-aerodynamic-under-trays-stone-guards-to-a-mk7-golf.320687/ -
Sump. Paint, leave, replace ?
wiilydog replied to classic's topic in Skoda Octavia Mk III (2013 - 2020)
Also consider sourcing a used full length plastic under tray as I'm sure some models come with full length trays -
sounds like the service indicator hasn't been reset properly last time round and fine to wait to next January for it's next service given your low annual mileage.
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true, but there is rubber inside so they can deteriorate over time but difficult spot just by sight alone I had a bad ns rear top mount that went bad and that did made a knocking noise but os one was still fine at 200k Try identifying which corner the knocking noise is coming from and worth changing it, to see if it eliminates the noise as the mounts are only £15 each, and should take no longer than half a hour to change. also worth checking that the coil springs are not broken at the bottom of the control arm, as sometimes a tiny bit can break away from the base of the coil spring