Jase_31

I agree. The fogs are like French headlights, many a lower spec / older car is going around with LEDs whilst the superb still has oil lights! In the UK the MOT test does not allowed LED to be used where Halogen was original (although some MOT testers will pass without an issue as long as beam pattern is ok). Problem really seems to come from "cheaper" chinese LED bulbs that have no beam pattern. In other countries LED bulbs are now starting to be permitted. Osram make a Nightbreaker LED that has german TUV approval, the Phillips LED bulbs also claim to give the correct beam pattern with reflectors. If you stick to Phillips / Osram and find a suitable MOT tester you should be ok. .....

Gone for Textar on the Rears, and TRW on the fronts as these were cheaper than TRW or Textar all round. Closer examination of the front show they are VAG pads (made by TRW) so kept with the same. Textar on rear as cheaper than TRW. Cost £53.50 for front and back for "branded" pads and will fit myself as usual. Quote for replacement (unknown pads) between £150 and £250.

Just about to order my pads. Eicher is the budget option from ECP. Im note sure about quality, a lot of people seem to avoid as it is the "budget" option. However these are made by TMD Friction (who also produce Pagid, Mintex, Textar - so I am not sure how these 4 differ!) I can get a decent price on Textar on the rears, but fronts are relatively expensive so considering Jurid, or (more likely) TRW. All brand seem to be OE producers for certain manufacturers. Anyone used any of these brand? Reasonable mid range choice or avoid?

Can anyone help me out with the correct brake fluid for a MKIII Superb. Some sites say that a "ESP" fluid is required to be compatable with ABS etc, other recommend a DOT 5.1 (which is comptable - DOT 5) Manual says, Specification - the brake fluid must comply with VW 501 14 standard (this standard meets the requirements of FMVSS 116 DOT4). If I look for the VW standard, I only seem to get VW fluid. Would something like Mannol Brake Clutch Fluid DOT4 SAE J 1703 FMVSS 116 DOT 4 be suitable (£7 delivered ebay) Alternatives seem to be Comma DOT 4 ESP Brake Fluid 1L from Halfords / £10.50 Ive tried to google, but still unclear. What are others using? This is helpful though https://www.apecbraking.co.uk/Apec/media/product-bulletins/Brake-Fluid-FAQs.pdf

Im about to change the pads on my Superb 2018. Done my own brake before on previous cars (inc Skoda), but this is my first time with a car with EPB I have the diagnostic tool to wind back the EPB. Do I just run diag to wind the parking brake back, and then push the pistons back (not wind in as usual?). Do both sides? Do I need to reset the EPB after changing the pads or will it self adjust? Do I need any special tools? I think the caliper pin might be TX45? Anything else I need? I might do the fronts as well, while Im at it, anything unusual on the superb? (what tools are needed for the front?). Do the pads come with sensor, or is it separate?

Anyone used vcds to change throttle response? (2018, 150ps 2.0tdi) There seems to be 2 settings 'Incremental: controlled over time' to 'Direct: controlled over threshold value' Some sites also mention a change in long coding. In Controller 01- Engine, 07 - Coding Byte 0, Bit 0-2, Change from Škoda (01) to AUDI (02) Anyone done this? What does it actually change? Any differences?

See my post above about Twenty20 Hybrid. I would stick to them over Osrams night breakers (on my previous car). If you dont mind a "warmer" light look at Twenty20 Daylight. - There is a autoexpress review somewhere rated 1st - and lower cost

One bump (right by my house) is where it is worse? I try to go over very slowly and so do not usually brake. Ill try braking when I go out shortly

Hi, Ive got a 2018 Estate, when I go over a large speed bump (i.e long enough so both wheels on the speed bump) I get a creaking / groaning sound, particular as the back comes off the bump. Ive searched the forums, which mention front bushes, bit I am not sure if this is coming from the rear? If it is the bushings, was this resolved on later models? Could it be the springs compressing? Anyone else got this? How did you resolve? Is it a warranty claim, or does it just need a bit of lube somewhere?

Thanks Lyminton for the info. So we now know that 2.0tdi SE from April 2018, was already using DQ381 (so looks like change was for MY18) Anyone know how I can find out the option codes for the car (I dont seem to have a sticker in the wheel well - and there is no service book on newer models)

Thats why I am a little confused. My 2018 Superb (July 2018) is according the the VIN a MY18. It has the flat button infotainment unit, and Front Park sensors on a SE. It also has a DQ381 rather than a DQ250 When I bought the car I was surprised to find it has a 7 speed DQ381 as I expected DQ250 to still be used?

Thanks. According to the VIN it is a MY18. Anyone know when the gearbox changes from the speed DQ250 to DQ381 7 Speed?

I have a superb. July 18. I think it is a MY2018 but has the newer flat infotainment and front park so not sure.

Anyone know location of the Online Connectivity Unit? 5NA 035 284 B

Looks a neat setup. Cant find many reviews, but the czech reviews make it look a neat install. Tempted.