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Thank you once again Steve. Very helpful. Zaph

Thanks Steve, that's a very useful reply :-) Regarding the Winter Pack - does that include a heated front windscreen (very useful I've found). Also what does the Maxx Pack include? It has more goodies than the Plus Pack doesn't it and there's also an Advanced Pack. Where can you get (apart from a dealer) info on what these include? You said Edition trim. Aren't there also Loft, Lodge and Suite trims too? Rather confusing. Zaph (and thanks for the tip on shift+return although it works a treat when writing the post but it disappears when submitted - as you can see above!) Z

Hi folks! I'm interested in a low-mileage/pre-reg Enyaq (or an Elroq) I want long-range and I'd like a heat pump. Do any models come with these as standard? If the specs mention a heat pump - how do I verify this when looking at a car - either through the infotainment system or under the bonnet (or both). Any recommendations for model / trim combinations? Cheers, Zaph (also, why does this website seem to be broken in that I can't type into it and it doesn't seem to accept end-of-line returns. This was typed in Notepad, then pasted into the webpage, and yes, I have cleared cookies, tried two different browsers on two different machines - never had a problem like this before).

Hi folks! I'm interested in a low-mileage/pre-reg Elroq (or an Enyaq) I want long-range and I'd like a heat pump. Do any models come with these as standard? If the specs mention a heat pump - how do I verify this when looking at a car - either through the infotainment system or under the bonnet (or both). Any recommendations for model / trim combinations? Cheers, Zaph (also, why does this website seem to be broken in that I can't type into it and it doesn't seem to accept end-of-line returns. This was typed in Notepad, then pased into the webpage, and yes, I have clared cookies, tried two different browsers on two different machines - never had a problem before).

Well, all sorted now and I was only charged £168 including battery, fitting and re-coding. Zaph

A local VW independent specialst is fitting me a new battery and re-coding the BMS tomorrow A total of £202 including battery, re-coding and VAT. Highly rated on trustpilot too I might add. Zaph

Thanks Gaz, To be fair, it wasn't obvious. However, I'm not too proud to admit that sometimes I give a brick a good run for its money in the IQ department! Zaph 😆

Thanks Blue for not talking what I posted the wrong way. Didn't want to come across as arsy! On reflection, yes, the additional info (message in the display) would have helped! Vehicle in queston is a 1.4 TSI Sport with an Exide EFB battery - top says "12V 59Ah 320A DIN" and "640A EN/SAE/GS" Dimensions are 278/175/190mm (L/W/H) One question, if I may. WHY does the car need to know that the battery is an EFB or AGM battery? Does the stop-start battery management system take this into account? AGM (Absorbent Glass Mat) batteries appear to be necessary for cars with an energy recuperation system (eg hybrids) whilst EFB batteries are okay for "simple" stop-start systems. AGM have better cold-weather performance and cold-temperature cranking but are more expensive. The Varta Battery Finder suggests their DYNAMIC EFB 570500076 battery. Given that the Exide EFB battery has lasted 10 years, I can't see any benefit in going AGM. One further question - after I had used the Varta site. My (current) battery says '640A' on it but the EFB battery identified by Varta says '760A' Does this matter/make any difference? Thanks in advance, Zaph

Thanks. Turns out that there was a sticker (to do with kid safety) on the underside of the new battery (a Duracell 2025 dated March 2035) Incidentally, the 2025 and 2032 codes refer to the diameter (20mm) and thickness (2.5 and 3.2mm respectively). Also CR indicates a Lithium battery, SR indicates a Silver Oxide which contain heavy metals and LR indicates an Alkaline battery. so a CR2032 is a lithium battery, 20mm in diameter and 3.2mm thick. Specifically C means a primary lithium battery (i.e. a non-rechargeable battery), R means round, S means silver primary and L alkaline primary. Coding also works for Lithium Polymer batteries such as the common 18650 (means 18mm diameter and 65.0mm long) Now works fine. Feel stupid not noticing the sticker earlier. Zaph

Not meaning to be "that guy", after all, I came to the forum seeking help, but with a car that is 10 years old on its original battery and getting the message each time that I get in the car, the centre display tells me the 12V battery needs charging it seems pretty conclusive to me. So, returning to my original question now that is cleared up, is it a simple matter to swap out the 12V battery for a new one (assuming same size battery, same type, same capacity etc) or is it more involved? A cursory internet search seems to suggest (like most things VAG) that you simply can't replace a part without some reprogramming involved. Just seeking some clarification. Z

Apologies if this seems to be a really stupid question! Car is ‘66 plate Octavia Mk.3 My car’s 12V battery needs replacing. Rather than pay the dealer $$$ to do this, can I take the car to a 3rd party and do as I have done before and simply pop in a new one? In other makes of car, when it is time to replace the 12V battery it is just a simple swap. Out with the old, in with the new battery. From a brief bit of research, it seems that it isn’t that straightforward with a VAG vehicle? Something to do with the BMS?? Any advice welcome Thanks, Zaph

Hi, first of two questions. ‘66 Plate Octavia Mk.3 One remote key fob stopped working yesterday. I unlocked the car normally, drove to my daughter’s house, went to lock the car - no joy. Had to take off the exterior cover and lock manually with the blade. Ordered replacement 2025 battery - no joy. Is it a matter of re-syncing the key to the car or do I need a replacement key fob and re-coding of the new fob? If so, what do I need to search for locally as I suspect the dealer will charge north of £150-200? I see you can buy uncoded fobs for £15-20 Cheers Zaph

Thanks. Been "Chatting to a Human" on https://www.skoda.co.uk/discover/contact-us Now have a single sheet of A4 with single-line date / what was done / mileage entries - e.g. Service History Date of Service Type of Service Vehicle Mileage 14/02/2024 Major/Full Service 43,166 14/02/2024 MOT (passed) 43,166 14/02/2024 Oil Change Service 43,166 09/06/2023 Minor/Interim Service 43,166 09/06/2023 Brake Fluid Change 43,166 09/06/2023 Oil Change Service 43,166 21/11/2022 MOT (passed) 38,723 25/11/2021 Cambelt Change 34,138 So at least it has had the cambelt done. How is the oil pump powered - belt, chain or gears? Zaph

Hi folks, '67-plate Octavia. OEM dealer-serviced from new. No service book so I guess a digital service record. How can I view the vehicle's service record? On another topic ... The engine 1.4 petrol, has, I believe, an external cam belt. At what age / mileage should this be changed? Final question. Is the olil pump belt, chain or gear driven? Cheers Zaph

What? VW Don't even paint them now 😁 I'm guessing you mean metallic or pearescent paint rather than the bog-standard "Mars Red"?? Will take a look at the Polo. Does it have/can you get an electric heated windscreen (one of my "must haves") Zaph