BionicJohn
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Personally I'd avoid Halfrauds. I had a dipped headlight bulb fitted by them. The car failed the MoT a few days later because the "expert" forced the bulb in upside down.
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After some 18 months of use, my wireless Android Auto link has died. It would connect automatically to the my phone in my pocket. See attached vid for what happens now. https://bigjohnd.org.uk/Octavia1/Video/SmartBox.mp4 My phone connects to the SmartBox but the car doesn't connect to the Smartbox. The car will not read my phone when it is conected directly to the USB port either. Smatlink/Android Auto/CarPlay all seem fine on my OBDII I am suspecting the Amundsen or USB port itself. Any suggestions where to look next
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That looks like an Amundsen MIB2. I bought the necessary software for about UK£40 from here: https://www.visioncoding.co.uk/collections/skoda You need your current SW Train Version, yours looked like MST2_EU_SK_ZR_P0241T You then need an OBD Eleven Pro to switch on Android Auto and Apple Carplay. Here's the procedure. _______________________________________ OBD Eleven Coding Procedure: Module 5F > Adaptation > Vehicle Configuration > Apple DIO > On > Google GAL > on _______________________________________
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Result!! "Dear Mr. Davies I’m happy to let you know we have successfully recovered the costs involved in your vehicle damage claim from the responsible party. This claim has now been closed in your favour and I’m pleased to confirm that the no claim discount has not been affected. Yours sincerely Minna Jacob Minna Jacob Recovery Claims Consultant"
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Car is now repaired. Looks like they managed to straighten out any dints as the bumper and wing look like the originals. I got a new wheel. For the 3 working days the car was being repaired, I was driving around in a 75 plate Mini Cooper. I won't be buying one of those in the future. I spoke to my insurers about all the the cold offers I got offering alternative repairs. They said there would be a £200 charge for not using their authorised repairer (which is Vella).
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It was a 14 plate 2 seater Merc with restricted ¾ rear view and no reversing sensors. So looking to see the way was clear before moving was essential. Plus he said to me "I never saw you".
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My insurers are dealing with it - probably a new wing, front bumper and wheel. I keep getting messages from his insurer (the AA) who say they will deal with repairs to my car. They are not acting on my behalf or in my interests - my insurers are. I'm not impressed with the number of messages from the AA and they are now blocked and reported for spam.
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https://www.bigjohnd.org.uk/Octavia1/Crunch/Orrysdale%2027-3-26.mp4 My car's being repaired next week, meanwhile the Merc's insurer (the AA) is harassing me.
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@BigAde Thanks again!
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Nope. After >8 years of ownership, I've suffered a faulty electric window swtich assembly, a small oil leak (sorted when the timing belt and water pump were replaced at around 100K miles), a new battery at 7 years and recently free replacement front discs and pads following scheduled new discs and pads which vibrated like h*ll. A front headlight bulb failed and I made the mistake of letting the trainee at Halfrauds replace it. He put it in upside down. Otherwise little to report. Regular servicing at a recognised independent Skoda dealer pays off.
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There might be an entry at MENU -> CAR -> STATUS (done that from memory so may be incorrect) to give a hint. It could just be a dirty connection on your trailer light socket/plug.
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Try: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/537730-amundsen-mib2-map-updates-20262027/ Note that Traffic Info has ceased - VAG no longer subscribe.
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See here: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/536308-interior-lights-not-working/#findComment-5983557 https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/536308-interior-lights-not-working/#findComment-5983634 Photos (as I was unable to upload them): https://bigjohnd.org.uk/Octavia1/ You shouldn't need to remove the whole assembly, it can be dismantled in situ. There are three sets of wires to consider as well, which can be tricky to disconnect. A set of trim removal tools aren't essential but make the job easier. There are small springs either side of the drawer which are fiddly to replace, but it can be done! I can send more photos later as I'm not at home at the mo.'
