BigTim

Thanks to all for your responses. Nice to see how caring the Skoka community is and a special thanks to the post that actually answered the question regarding the charcoal filter. Now to the mouse that has won so many hearts...Given the time of year, goodwill etc, I stuffed a couple of blobs of cotton wool soaked in peppermint into the nest/front wing and some bleach (nowhere near the paintwork-in a container), both of which, Im led to believe mice find unbearable. I also taped up the bits hes been nibbling and no apparent activity since, so hopefully hes moved out. If hes moved into my wifes car, you will ned to check the Hyundai forum for further updates. Have a good Christmas, Kim John Son permitting...

Much appreciated. Its eaten a little more since I discovered it earlier. Now covered in gaffer tape, till I can find a suitable mouse remover. No idea what the charcoal cannister does, but should he eat any more, would you know if the car going to stop, run badly or something else ?

The car has been parked overnight in a barn in rural wales for the first 3 years of its life, or it may be local. I threw a rugby ball in its direction and it hid, so suspect its probably Welsh.... Useful tip regarding removal....Thanks

New to the forum. Used to have a Mazda Bongo, for which forums were an invaluable resource in keeping the van on the road on a sensible budget. Our Yeti has a full Skoda service history and has only covered 36k, so hope I dont need too much assistance just yet. Bought the Yeti (1.2 auto) privately a couple of weeks ago. Disappointed with the fuel consumption, having come from a diesel E-Class which averaged at least 10pmg more, despite driving it very gently. Other than that and the gearbox that is taking some getting used to, Im delighted with the car so far. Went to top up the washer fluid earlier and noticed movement out of the corner of my eye. It seems a mouse (picture 1) has set up home inside my front offside wing. I then noticed some damage (picture 2) where said mouse has been nibbling. Thankfully I cant see anywhere else thats been eaten. Anyone know what has it eaten and what, if anything, should I do about it ? Sadly the mouse will have to go, but its well hidden. For now.... Rgds BigTim