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So I've tried to activate this but doesn't seem to work. I have a 2011 FL 1.4 (CAXA) with Maxidot and DSG. Anything else I can try or it's just not going to work?

Could be a CV joint. And when power is applied it sounds worse.

Cool. I'll do another scan tomorrow and see what version I have.

Ah, ok. No way to view the software version via VCDS or only looking at the module.

So I've scanned the car and I have the required 5M0907357C Module. I've found some info from a German site with the coding I need to change (the current coding there is the same as my car- LHD, 2WD, German market). I just need to find somewhere flat in front of a white wall to park so I can set the lights afterwards!

Awesome. Thanks for the tip. Yeah I'm in no rush as I've ordered a Bluetooth handsfree to plug into the aux for the meantime and I need to sell my Pioneer sat-nav first too to have the funds.

True. I'll wait till autumn. They do a thing here at the garages "light test" where they offer a free checkup of headlights, alignment and all other light functions before winter. You then get a sticker to put in the windscreen to say it's passed. Or they then only charge a small nominal fee to have adjustments made 😁👍

And with regards to having to do the basic settings on the lights... Is my logic sound that if I park on a flat surface towards a wall, mark where the lights currently sit, do the basic settings and then adjust them to the marked position that this would work ok?

Perfect. Thanks. I'll have to wait till I have the car and check the coding then. 😁👍

Thread revival time! Just searching around for info on my new car and thought I'd revive a thread rather than create a new one. According to the vin search I got for the car it comes with AFS II. So does the FL Octavia have AFS II or ist this a mistake? It may be that it's a German market difference.

Thanks guys. That's helpful. Yes I think you're right. Looking at the picture it certainly looks more like the Columbus picture. I think I remember buying a new facia for my previous octy. I bought it from the dealer I'm sure and only cost about 12 pounds. Will have to have a look on eBay and see what I can find. Obviously I need one that fits the FL climate too as they're a different shape I believe.

Hi guys. Rather than opening a new thread I thought I'd ask here. I have a 2012 FL Octavia that current has the "Swing" radio in. Is this a direct swap for something like the PX6? Or I need a new facia? The Columbus looks smaller but then I think the Pumpkin is bigger than a Columbus and the Swing looks bigger too.

I've just found my old VCDS cable in the cellar. Bonus. Thought I'd sold it! The only thing I'll be missing is Bluetooth/sat-nav but I've ordered a decent phone mount that clips down the side of the stereo and Bluetooth thing that plugs into the aux and has a control and microphone. Also been looking at the Pumpkin PX6 9" Android stereo. Seems good value for money. But first. Just enjoy the car a bit. Picking it up hopefully this week and then we're driving down to the Mosel (where all the lovely German wine comes from) next Monday 😁👍

My dash cam hasn't been in for a long time. The battery is dead in it. So I either need to see about a new LiOn battery pack or get a new dash cam. But yeah. In principle I will be installing a dash cam again and will upload anything interesting. Although the driving is general good here. Also far less aggressive than the UK. But you still get the odd idiot! I think I may want to invest in a dual cam setup now.

Jein. It's basically the same block as the 1.9 CDTI (it's a Fiat/GM/Alfa block) but with many changes made to it. But it did suffer from failed swirl flaps being injested and also oil pump issues caused by a dodgy seal. So I reckon that was the cause.

Lol... Yeah but then it will be the angry Merc/BMW/Audi's on the Autobahn wanting to get past as I'm trying my hardest to accelerate! 😁😂🤣

Hi guys, As some of you know/remember (or maybe you don't) I sold my 2008 Skoda Octavia 1.9 TDI DSG some time back and since move to Germany with my 2008 Saab 9-3 convertible. Well since then it's not been plain sailing with the Saab. My Saab ownership consisted of: - Rough gear shifts- finally cured with several gearbox oil changes - One breakdown in France 40km from the Eurotunnel- Alternator and battery died - Starter motor went - Battery cable melted - Xenon bulbs had to be replaced - Swirl flaps broke and took it to someone reccomended to me who made a pigs ear of it and glued everything up resulting in massive boost leaks - Swirl flaps finally removed and sorted elsewhere - Further breakdown caused by blocked MAP sensor - Further breakdown caused by a siezed turbo- Both turbos replaced (they come complete as a set) at a cost of €1,000 - Final breakdown as the engine decided to eat itself for some reason 😞 But other than that it was a lovely car. Flew through 2 MOTs and a German TÜV. We've been to look at a car today and put a deposit down on it. Back in a Skoda! It's a 2012 Octavia 1.4 TSI DSG. The spec is a european spec called "Family" lol. Basically consists of: - Xenons - Auto lights - Auto wipers - Cruise control - 4 electric windows - Removeable factory fit towbar - Maxidot - Auto dim mirror Hopefully picking it up this week if all goes well. So, hi again guys!