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It sounds like you need a new wiper switch. If electricity isn't being sent to the wiper motor, it wouldn't work. You could pull the fuse, but then you wouldn't be able to turn it on.

You can see in the Skoda alloy wheels accessories catalogue, that 225/40R19 and 235/40R19 are listed for the Karoq 2WD and 225/45R19 and 245/40R19 are listed for the Karoq 4WD. Skoda alloy rim accessories catalogue https://www.skoda.co.uk/_doc/639a0118-4da5-446b-a786-86e1f789b57b If you want maximum rim protection from potholes and kerbs and slightly better comfort, 245/40R19 could be worth considering even with the Karoq 2WD providing that you are happy with the resulting slightly higher gearing. Some Karoq 2WD owners use 215/65R16 instead of 215/60R16, especially in countries with poor roads, and as you can see in the chart below, 245/40R19 has a 1.1% smaller outside diameter than the slightly oversize 215/65R16. Therefore, you might not consider the outside diameter of 245/40R19 to be too extreme. Outside diameter of tyres 215/65R16 685.9mm 245/40R19 678.6mm (-1.1% compared to 215/65R16) You might think that a 245/40R19 is 20mm wider than a 225/40R19 tyre, but when both are fitted to the Karoq's 8Jx19 rim the difference is actually only about 12mm, as you can see in the chart below. Actual width of tyres fitted to 8Jx19 rims 225/40R19 230mm 235/40R19 235mm 245/40R19 242mm

With increased ride height Skodas such as the Scout, it might be best sticking to Skoda shock absorbers because aftermarket shock absorbers tend to be aimed at standard ride height cars. Therefore, if you go for aftermarket shock absorbers, they might not be a good match to the original Skoda shock absorbers.

The footwell area is probably better on Left Hand Drive cars. On LHD, the accelerator pedal goes in a comfortable place for the right foot, ie. not pushed awkwardly to the left by the wheelarch intrusion. On LHD, the accelerator pedal is often bottom hinged, whereas on RHD the accelerator is often top hinged. A bottom hinged accelerator is often more comfortable than a top hinged accelerator pedal. On RHD, there is often not enough space to the left side of the clutch pedal for a comfortable footrest. On LHD, the foot rest for the left foot can be in a comfortable place, ie. on the wheelarch intrusion.

Some drivers park by feel, so if their tyres' sidewalls don't bulge out enough, they damage their rims and/or wheel trims. If the tyres' sidewalls are high enough, the rims will clear the top of most kerbs. The rims on this Suzuki Jimny don't look too exposed to kerbing damage. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suzuki_Jimny#/media/File:Suzuki_Jimny_(4th_generation)_1X7A6314.jpg

As you can see below, it's a 15" rim called the MATO. 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 alloy rim (from Fabia MK3) 6V0601025A 8Z8 Aluminium rim 6Jx15 ET38 Diamond silver MATO https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/FAB/797/6/601/601050 The 6V0601025A OEM part number is a factory rim, and is listed in the Skoda parts catalogue. However, the same rim is also available in the Skoda accessory catalogue using part number 6V0071495 8Z8 Rims from the accessory catalogue have a different part number compared to the factory supplied rims, and are often cheaper. When searching for 6V0071495 8Z8 you can search for just 6V0071495 instead of 6V0071495 8Z8 The 8Z8 on the end, is simply the 3-digit colour code. 8Z8 means "diamond silver". 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 alloy rim MATO 6V0071495 https://eshop.skoda-auto.cz/cs_CZ/alu-kolo-mato-15-rapid-fabia-iii/p/6V0071495++8Z8 185/60R15 fitted to a 6J rim, won't give you much rim protection from kerbing damage because the tyre's sidewalls don't bulge out much. Fitting 205/55R15 would help a lot, but this is quite a rare and expensive size. Uniroyal 205/55R15 are about £90 each, and cheap Kumhos are about £60 each in this size. You might want to look at 5.5Jx15 ET40 5/100 57.1 rims from the Fabia MK4, and fit 195/60R15 tyres. This would give significantly more rim protection than the standard 185/60R15 fitted to the standard 6J rim. 195/60R15 is common and cheap tyre size, and slightly cheaper than the 185/60R15 tyre size. Skoda accessory catalogue (for rims) https://www.skoda.co.uk/_doc/639a0118-4da5-446b-a786-86e1f789b57b

As you can see in the below chart, there are three different front buffers with heights of 55mm, 70mm, and 90mm. The 55mm front buffer is for sports springs, ie. lowered ride height. The 70mm front buffer is for standard ride height. The 90mm front buffer is for increased ride height. Superb MK3 buffers for front shock absorbers 3 1K0412303B rubber stop for shock absorber 70mm 2 PR-G01 3 1K0412303F rubber stop for shock absorber 55mm 2 PR-G02 3 1K0412303AA rubber stop for shock absorber 90mm 2 PR-G03 https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/SUP/851/4/411/411000 55mm front buffer 70mm front buffer 90mm front buffer As you can see in the below chart, there are two different rear buffers with heights of 112mm and 127mm. The 112mm rear buffer is for sports suspension, ie. lowered ride height. The 127mm rear buffer is for standard ride height and increased ride height. Superb MK3 buffers for rear shock absorbers 11 5Q0511357H Stop buffer 127mm 2 PR-1JA,UC7 11 5Q0511357J Stop buffer 112mm 2 PR-1JC 112mm rear buffer 127mm rear buffer

If you change to 215/60R17, there will be more room in the wheelarches (at least horizontally) compared to 235/40R19 as they are about 20mm narrower. There's plenty of owners who run 245/40R19 on their Superb MK3 without rubbing. 215/60R17 only adds 5.6mm to the radius of the tyre compared to 245/40R19. A 6.5Jx17 ET38 5/112 57.1 steel rim from the Kodiaq could be used with a 215/60R17 tyre on the Superb MK3. Yokohama Geolandar AT G015 215/60R17 96H https://www.123pneus.fr/rshop/Pneus/Yokohama/Geolandar-A_T-_G015_/215-60-R17-96H--RPB/R-358069 Alcar 9021 6.5Jx17 ET38 5/112 57.1 steel rim (from Kodiaq) https://www.123pneus.fr/rims/details?vehicleId=672860434273997936&rimCode=ALCAR9021 The Kilen and Lesjofors spring catalogue lists 5Q0411105GN front springs and 3Q0511115M rear springs for the standard ride height Superb MK3 estate 2.0TDI 190HP 4x4. Changing from sports springs to standard ride height springs would increase the ride height by about 15mm. Another option, is to fit increased ride height springs. This would increase the ride height by about 30mm compared to sports springs. So a change of tyres to perhaps 215/60R17 and a change from sports springs to increased ride height springs would increase the ride height by about 40mm. Various aftermarket increased ride height rear springs are available that are sold to replace OEM part numbers 3Q0511115AS, 3Q0511115AT, 3Q0511115BA, and 3Q0511115BB. Increased ride height rear springs for the Superb MK3 1 3Q0511115BG Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YA 1 3Q0511115AN Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YB 1 3Q0511115AP Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YC 1 3Q0511115AQ Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YD 1 3Q0511115AR Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YE 1 3Q0511115AS Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YF 1 3Q0511115AT Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YG 1 3Q0511115BA Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YH 1 3Q0511115BB Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YJ 1 3Q0511115BE Coil spring 2 PR-UC7+0YK https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/SUP/851/5/511/511005 There's also aftermarket front springs available for increased ride height.

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What engine do you have? 215/65R16 instead of 215/60R16 would gain about 10.75mm in ground clearance, and could be fitted to the standard 6.5Jx16 ET41 rims. 215/65R16 is a tyre size that has good availability of AT (All Terrain) tyres, such as the Yokohama G015 Geolander AT. The Yokohama G015 Geolander AT has the 3PMSF symbol, so as well as being an AT (All-Terrain) tyre is also an all-season tyre, ie. it's winter rated, and has passed a test for good traction in the snow. Yokohama G015 Geolander AT 215/65R16 98H (3PMSF symbol, so as well as being an AT tyre it's also an all-season tyre) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m62b0s426p148189/Yokohama_Tyres_Car_Yokohama_G015_Geolander_AT_Yokohama_G_015_-_215_65_R16_98H_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_E_Wet_Grip%3A_C_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_70dB Yokohama G015 Geolander AT tyre https://www.yokohama.eu/en/tyres/pcr-tyres/suv-off-road/?tx_tyre_pi1[action]=details&tx_tyre_pi1[controller]=Tyre&tx_tyre_pi1[diameter]=&tx_tyre_pi1[index]=&tx_tyre_pi1[name-select]=G015&tx_tyre_pi1[ratio]=&tx_tyre_pi1[speed]=&tx_tyre_pi1[width]=&cHash=51f8445d0b9edd39d6b8431ff82375cd

Textar, Hella, and Mintex on autodoc think that it's 288mm. However, they could be wrong. 288x25mm front brakes have build code 1ZC or 1LN or 1ZD 310x25mm front brakes have build code 1ZR or 1ZP I expect the 310x25mm front brakes are reserved for the Polo MK5 with 1.8 petrol 192HP and 2.0 petrol 220HP engines.

185/65R14 would fit the 5Jx14 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rims. 185/65R14 has almost the same outside diameter as 195/55R15. If you're lucky enough to have the small 239x18mm front brake discs, you could fit 5Jx13 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rims, and fit 185/70R13 tyres. Vredestein Quatrac 5 185/70R13 86T https://www.camskill.co.uk/m136b0s7971p144836/Vredestein_Tyres_All_Season_Car_Vredestein_Quatrac5_Vredestein_Quatrac_5_-_185_70_R13_86T_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_D_Wet_Grip%3A_C_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_69dB Vredestein Quatrac 5 185/65R14 86T https://www.camskill.co.uk/m137b0s7980p144832/Vredestein_Tyres_All_Season_Car_Vredestein_Quatrac5_Vredestein_Quatrac_5_-_185_65_R14_86T_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_D_Wet_Grip%3A_C_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_69dB 5Jx13 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rim 6Q0601027E 6Q0601027E Steel rim 5Jx13 ET35 6Q0601027E 03C rally black CLASSIC 6Q0601027E 091 chrome colored JUNIOR https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/FAB/225/6/601/601010

Steel rims can start to look rusty after a couple of winters. Tyre fitters tend to use wheel weights that scrap the paint off, leaving bare metal to rust. The Fabia MK4 uses a 5.5Jx15 ET40 5/100 57.1 rim with a 185/65R15 tyre size, but you could use this rim on the Fabia MK3 with a 185/60R15 tyre size. As you can see in the ETRTO chart below, a 5.5J rim is a normal rim width for a 185/60R15 tyre size. ETRTO approved rim widths 185/60R15 5.0-5.5-6.5 Alcar 4055 5.5Jx15 ET40 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Fabia MK4) https://www.mytyres.co.uk/rims/details?vehicleId=1339564153178109028&rimCode=ALCAR4055

185/60R15 fitted to a 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim is a standard winter tyre and rim combination on the Fabia MK3, and allows for the fitment of snow chains. As all-season tyres have the 3PMSF symbol, they are winter rated. So if you use these, you are fitting "winter tyres" in one of the approved Skoda winter tyre sizes, which is shown in the owner's manual. So no matter how cautious you are regarding insurance and modifications, this isn't a modification. If you phone your insurance company, you may speak to someone who doesn't understand tyres and rims. Therefore, you put yourself at risk of being fleeced for "modifying" your car even though you haven't modified your car. Considering that the UK courts are the ultimate judge of what is and isn't a significant modification, ie. something that affects the risk, I would rely on what it says in the owner's manual and in other technical documentation from Skoda, such as the CoC (Certificate of Conformity), rather than an office clerk at the insurance company who may not understand tyres and rims. Additionally, to be of any relevance, a modification needs to be "significant" otherwise insurance claims could be turned down for any minor reason the insurance company pulls out of the hat. There are two types of Alcar 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rims that you might want to consider. The Alcar 7760 and the Alcar 8380. The Alcar 8380 looks a little more attractive without wheel trims. However, it probably best to consider what wheel trims you want to fit before making a final decision. Alcar 7760 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Fabia MK3, Polo MK5, etc.) https://www.oponeo.pl/felga-stalowa/alcar-kfz-7760#23136235 Alcar 8380 6Jx15 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Octavia MK1, Golf MK4, etc.) https://www.oponeo.pl/felga-stalowa/alcar-kfz-8380#22776394 https://www.mytyres.co.uk/rims/details?vehicleId=56596261528327268&rimCode=ALCAR8380 Vredestein Quatrac 6 185/60R15 88H XL (Euro label C B 70dB) (all-season tyre with the 3PMSF symbol) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m138b0s7989p202141/Vredestein_Tyres_All_Season_Car_Vredestein_Quatrac_6_-_185_60_R15_88H_XL_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_B_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_70dB A 6Jx15 ET29 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from the Audi A1) is a possible non-standard alternative to the standard 6Jx16 ET38 5/100 57.1 steel rim. An ET29 offset, moves the centre of the tyre 9mm further out in the wheelarch compare to an ET38 offset. Another alternative offset, is ET35 (from the Skoda Scala). Alcar 7415 6Jx15 ET29 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Audi A1) https://www.mytyres.co.uk/rims/details?vehicleId=46711651994440804&rimCode=ALCAR7415 6Jx15 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Skoda Scala) https://www.oponeo.pl/felga-stalowa/vw-w21-19547013091#20860106 The below, is a possible 16" non-standard alternative to the standard 215/45R16 fitted to a 7Jx16 ET46 rim. Vredestein Quatrac 6 195/50R16 88V XL (Euro label C B 70dB) https://www.camskill.co.uk/m139b0s8824p202112/Vredestein_Tyres_All_Season_Car_Vredestein_Quatrac_6_-_195_50_R16_88V_XL_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_B_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_70dB Alcar 6664 6Jx16 ET35 5/100 57.1 steel rim (from Skoda Scala) https://www.oponeo.co.uk/steel-wheel/vw-w6664#23055916 https://www.mytyres.co.uk/rims/details?vehicleId=1087670437300683876&rimCode=ALCAR6664

The aerodynamics needed to improve to match or better the Octavia MK4. Hopefully the Superb MK4 2.0TDI 200HP 2WD will crack 250km/h (155mph), just like the Octavia MK4 version.

Like Pete has said, the front brake discs are either 239x18mm or 256x22mm. So with a wheel off, it shouldn't be difficult to find out. Take a rough measurement of the diameter, or measure the thickness. The minimum allowable thickness of the 256x22mm disc is 19mm, whereas the minimum allowable thickness of the 239x18mm disc is 16mm. Therefore if the thickness of the disc is more than 19mm, it will be the 256x22mm disc. You can make a rough gauge out of some cardboard, by cutting it to form two parallel lines/sides 239mm apart or 256mm apart. Some people use an old wire coat hanger to use as a gauge.

It looks like this is the OEM part number. 8X0601025BR 8Z8 Aluminium rim 7.5Jx17 ET34 5/100 https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/audi/RDW/A1/792/6/601/601070 A 7.5J rim is quite wide for a 205/55R17 tyre size. As you can see below, a 7.5J rim is the maximum width for a 205/55R17 tyre size. ETRTO approved rim widths 205/55 5.5-6.5-7.5

Not according to wheel-size.com, although they do often make mistakes. SKODA FABIA MK1 (6Y) [1999 .. 2007]1.9TDI 129 hp EUDMRUS Generation: Mk1 (6Y) [1999 .. 2007] [EUDM] Production: [2003 .. 2007] Sales regions: Europe, Russia+ Power: 129 hp | 96 kW | 131 PS Engine: 1.9 L, ASZ, BLT, I4 , Diesel Trim Levels: vRS Center Bore / Hub Bore: 57.1 mm Bolt Pattern (PCD): 5x100 Wheel Fasteners: Lug bolts Thread Size: M14 x 1.5 TIRE RIM bar OE195/50R15 82V 6Jx15 ET43 2.2 2.3 OE195/45R16 82V 6.5Jx16 ET43 2.1 2.2 205/45R16 82V 6.5Jx16 ET45 2.1 2.2 205/40ZR17 82W 7Jx17 ET45 2.1 2.2 https://www.wheel-size.com/size/skoda/fabia/2005/#trim-mk1-6y-1999-2007-eudm-19tdi--129

What engine code do the 239mm front brakes belong to? I'm guessing that it's the AZQ rather than the BME engine code.

ATE front brake pads for the 239mm and 256mm front brake discs, are both available with and without wear indicators.

A main dealer won't want to lift a finger without getting paid, so contact UK Skoda customer services with your car's VIN number and ask for your car's build codes and options list, as they might let you have this for free.

6.5Jx16 ET37 5/100 57.1 alloy rim 6Y0601025M 1 6Y0601025M Aluminium rim 6.5Jx16 ET37 4 RS 6Y0601025M 7ZS chrome coloured metallic https://www.lllparts.co.uk/catalogs/skoda/CZ/FAB/453/6/601/601060 195/45R16 is the normal tyre size for this rim and 205/45R16 is quite a popular upgrade, but I would go for the slightly higher sidewalled 195/50R16 which would give more comfort and protection from potholes. Vredestein Quatrac 6 195/50R16 88V XL https://www.camskill.co.uk/m139b0s8824p202112/Vredestein_Tyres_All_Season_Car_Vredestein_Quatrac_6_-_195_50_R16_88V_XL_TL_Fuel_Eff_%3A_C_Wet_Grip%3A_B_NoiseClass%3A_B_Noise%3A_70dB The below three tyre sizes form a group of three, as they have almost the same outside diameters and are interchangeable where space allows. In the case of the Fabia MK1 1.9TDI VRS, the 288x25mm front brake discs are too big to allow the fitment of 14" rims, but the 15" and 16" rims will clear the front brake calipers. Outside diameter of tyre 175/70R14 600.6mm 185/60R15 603.0mm 195/50R16 601.4mm

According to Jurid on autodoc, the Fabia MK1 1.2 petrol 64HP (ie. AZQ/BME) uses 256mm front discs.

From the below chart that is in the November 2014 Yeti owner's manual: The smaller outside diameter 205/55R16 and 205/50R17 tyres are the normal sizes for the 1.6 diesel, but for the 1.6 petrol, the bigger outside diameter 215/60R16 and 225/50R17 are the normal tyre sizes. 205/55R16 and 205/50R17 are winter tyre sizes that can be used with snow chains, and all Yeti's can use those. However, on the 1.6 diesel 205/55R16 and 205/50R17 are also used on normal summer tyre sizes. What may be surprising, is that the 1.6 diesel can't use 195/65R15 and 225/45R17 tyres like the 1.2 petrol with low ground clearance (155mm). I suggest you give the seller these three OEM part numbers, as they should have all of the 205/55R16, 205/50R17, 215/60R16, and 225/50R17 tyre sizes printed on them along with their tyre pressures. I expect they cost less than 1 Euro each from Skoda parts departments, as they are only white labels that are stuck inside the fuel filler flap. White labels for inside of fuel filler flap, with 205/55R16 91T, 205/50R17 93T, 215/60R16 95T, and 225/50/R17 94T tyre sizes listed on them showing tyre pressures 5L0010657G 5L0010724Q 5L0010871G

You can purchase those white labels inside the fuel filler flap. They have the OEM part number on them for ease of ordering. Perhaps purchase a label from the Yeti 2.0TDI 81kW as that lists the tyre pressures for 205/50R17 93T, 205/55R16 91T, 215/60R16 95T, 225/50R17 94T. There were two engine versions of the Yeti 2.0TDI 81kW FWD (Front Wheel Drive), Euro 5 engine 2009-2015, and Euro 6 engine 2015 onwards. OEM part number 5L0010724Q looks like it might be the right one. 7 5L0010657F data plate for tyre pressure D >> - 27.09.2009 1 PR-TW0,TE6 7 5L0010724P data plate for tyre pressure D - 28.09.2009>> - 27.06.2010 1 PR-TW0,TE6 7 5L0010764F data plate for tyre pressure D - 28.06.2010>> 1 PR-TW0,TE6, TU0 7 5L0010657G data plate for tyre pressure D >> - 27.09.2009 1 PR-TU3 7 5L0010724Q data plate for tyre pressure D - 28.09.2009>> 1 PR-TU3,TP4 7 5LF010828L data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-D91,D96 "IND" 7 5L0010724R data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-M92 7 5L0010826H data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-TE6 7 5L0010744E data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-TF3 7 5L0010871E data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-TU0,TW0 7 5L0010871F data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-D67,M92 7 5L0010871G data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-D96 7 5L0010871H data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-D93,D91 7 5L0010793C data plate for tyre pressure 1 PR-D91 VW Codes Decoder http://igorweb.org/equidec.aspx TW0 = 4-cylinder gasoline engine 1.2 L Unit 03F.B TE6 = 4-cylinder gasoline engine 1.8 l unit 06J.3 TU0 = 4-cylinder gasoline engine 1.4 L unit 03C.K TU3 = 4-cylinder diesel engine 2.0 l Unit 03L.H TP4 = 4-cylinder diesel engine 2.0 l unit 03L.P D91 = 4-cyl. turbo diesel engine 2.0 l/103 kW (4V) TDI common rail; Base engine: TG3/ TJ3/TU3/TU4/TL4/TP4/TM3/TW3/TR4/TS1/TN5 D96 = 4-cyl. turbo dies. eng. 2.0 l/81 kW (4V)TDI common rail Base engine is TG3/TP4/TU3/TL4 M92 = 4-cyl. gasoline engine 1.8 l/112 kW 16V turbo FSI, homogeneous Base engine is TJ2/TE6 TE6 = 4-cylinder gasoline engine 1.8 l unit 06J.3 TF3 = 4-cylinder diesel engine 1.6 L 03L.1 D67 = 4-cyl. gasoline engine 1.8 l/118 kW 16V turbo FSI, homogeneous Base engine: TJ2/TT2/TE6/TH2/TF6/TW2/TH6 D93 = 4-cyl. turbo dies. eng. 2.0 l/125 kW 4V TDI common rail Base engine is TG3/TH3/TL4/TM4/TP4/TU3 D91 = 4-cyl. turbo diesel engine 2.0 l/103 kW (4V) TDI common rail; Base engine: TG3/ TJ3/TU3/TU4/TL4/TP4/TM3/TW3/TR4/TS1/TN5