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Hi. What’s the 90degree usb cable for? So you have charger in the arm rest? Thanks

Hi 100% plug and play. The yellow plugs are quite tight to push together, and I had to do a hard reboot of the radio for it to recognise the camera (press and hold power button until it restarts) If you have an electric tailgate the inside of the button is a bit awkward to get to due to the closing motor but it can be done without removing it. There’s various versions on this link for different button types but it’s camera A that I ordered. https://a.aliexpress.com/_ExXiDWk You will need some cable pulling rods to be able to route the cable. And fitting all the cables back in behind the radio is a bit of a pig. There’s a couple of good videos here for fitting/cable route. Don’t worry about the cabling on the richter one, you don’t need to be splicing wires with this camera.

I only had the fault intermittently but haven’t seen it since installing it. Getting to the plug is a pig to remove it from existing. And there’s 3 versions of the switch so you have to make sure you get the right one depending on your gearbox. One is only different by part number by one “A” at the end of the part code. But I left the pin in as I didn’t have any instructions. There’s a couple of screws to adjust the switch position once it’s installed so I used them to make sure it was in the right place. You can hear a relay clicking when the switch activates to make sure it’s right. Seemed to go ok and not seen the fault since. My switch was £27 from AliExpress.

Hi. I’ve recently picked up a late 2015 SE L Exec 2.0Tdi DSG in moon white myself. My work on it so far have been cosmetic/ functional and it’s already had some simple things done. The wheels have been recently refurbed in dark grey and the calipers painted red, the interior lights have all been changed to bright white LED and it’s had the AdBlue coded out as well as a few other bits and pieces added to the options menus with VCDS in the past. So far I’ve done: Start/stop memory module from AliExpress Chrome bumper protector strip (to cover some scuffs on the paintwork) AliExpress reversing camera Replacement top for DSG lever Switch to top of DSG to correct “Workshop only” fault Floor Mats Number plates and frame holders Replace parking ticket clip that was broken Next on the list is to obtain a proper spare wheel and tool kit as I’ve only got the pump and foam, and the foam is out of date. I also need to replace the parking brake switch as the chrome is chipped, and the gear lever leather has seen better days so that’s on the list too. I’d love to do black badges and black out all the chrome as I think it would look really good against the white. But there’s quite a lot of chrome including the roof bars, window trim and grille. So that one will be for the long list. I also don’t want to go spending too much on it until it’s had its next service and had a once over from the local specialist garage just in case there’s any nasty surprises. Most of my parts have come from AliExpress and I was initially sceptical but all of them have been spot on so far.

Today I fitted an AliExpress reversing camera. All in all not too bad to fit. Just some awkward trim panels and cable routes. Had to hard reset the radio for it to recognise it but working nicely now. And for only £36 vs £770 that Richter advertise it for.

The mod that removes the “warning workshop only shift to P” error. It’s a dodgy switch on the top of the dsg that you can retrofit to the top of the shifter housing under the trim. There’s a genuine vag part for it but I got a copy from Ali express for a quarter of the price.

This evening I fitted the parking switch to the dsg. Not too bad of a job and the only awkward bit was disconnecting the plugs for the usb and power sockets. And also getting in to the impossible location for the plug for the switch itself. Once that was done the rest was ok.

Hi. I’m afraid I cannot help you with this detail as I didn’t end up modifying mine. A good local garage should be able to advise you on this.

Just invested in a cheap Amazon obd module and tried using car scanner app on iOS. It gives you a whole host of options for connection profile as per the picture, plus more. My car is a 2016 SE L Executive with the 2.0tdi 190PS engine and DSG. The basic obd profile at the top seems to bring up the code I was expecting to see (one glow plug out currently) but just wanted to make sure I was getting the most out of it possible. Thanks

I went for this one off aliexpress https://a.aliexpress.com/_EvNdlEu The reviews said it was tight to fit the wiring in but it seemed ok to me. I just had to untangle some of the wires that were already there and be careful ticking them down as you put the trim back. The trim removal tool it comes with is perfect for the job too. Easiest done with the car in N. It’s better than coding it out as it allows you to still use the button, it just remembers the setting from the last time you used it.

fitted new dsg shift knob top and start stop memory module. Also playing around with obd2 scanner.

Just 3 days in to owning my old but gold (65 plate, 123,000miles) Superb having had a Fabia for the last 4 years. Replaced number plates today as they were a bit faded. Looks much smarter now. Also ordered a new DSG shift knob top as the chrome is peeling. And a start stop memory module. Both off Ali express. Will install DSG selector switch at the same time as installing these when they arrive. Only seen the fault pop up once but not since, but will fit the switch anyway. Future plans is a bumper protector from kopacek to cover up some damaged paintwork, and also need to refit my dashcam. Otherwise plan is the keep it as is, change fluids regularly and see how many miles I can put on her.

After a 4 year hiatus in a Fabia, I have traded up/down to an older higher mileage, but infinitely higher spec Superb 3 SE L Executive, 2.0TDI, 190 DSG and I am already in love again! A couple of questions though. This model has AdBlue, the range is showing 0 but there is no warnings etc. Does this mean that at some point it has been coded out and I don't need to worry about putting AdBlue into it? Also does anyone know if its possible to recode the physical buttons on the infotainment. I would like one of them to point directly to smartlink but there isnt an "APP" button on this unit. Thanks

Hi I started on my quest to dechrome my mk3 facelift and have hit a wall. I’m looking for the trim for the front grill surround in black. I know u can go oem but I think it’s ridiculous to pay £150+ for a relatively small piece of plastic trim. I bought one off eBay but it was incorrectly described as the facelift version. All other aftermarket sources I can find seem to be out of stock. Any idea on cost to wrap just that part in situ? It looks like it would be nearly impossible to remove in one piece to paint it. Any ideas?

I’m so glad I found this thread. I posted in the general mk3 thread and got slated. I think most people on this forum aren’t in to modified cars! I started my driving career with a fairly mildly modified mk3 golf. Mostly a mad stereo tbh! I Stuck with vag throughout and now ended up with a mk3 facelift fabia. Planning on buying it outright in October and then gradually modifying it. Plan is: dechrome (badges seem available but not sure on grill surround. Any ideas welcome) wheels need a refurb and may change them to black. But I like the design better tyres Osram nightbreaker headlight bulbs lowering springs. Will do shocks when they need changing polyurethane bushes if they are available monte carlo roof spoiler possibly racing line intake kit, but they aren’t selling them at the minute due to a n engine management light fault then the more expensive mods that are beyond my personal capabilities: cat back exhaust stage 1 remap ill give her a wash this week and post some stock photos and start saving up for the buy out and the mods! Edit - some pics of the golf if anyone is interested. All the work was done by me learning things the hard way at 17!

Engine management fault.

Hi. Thanks for the detailed reply. Initially I think it will be some subtle styling mods first. But I really liked the sound this kit adds of induction and turbo flutter. So may be that rather than remap. Any changes I make will be reversible so I will have options down the line.

Has anyone fitted one of these? I love the sound of it and it’s a logical step if I want to progress to a remap. https://www.racingline.com/air-intake-upgti-10tsi-vwr12upgt I notice they have paused shipping this due to a EMF light issue. Does anyone know if this affects Skoda’s? I’m aware I can contact them, just thought I would ask on here first.

Mk3 facelift 1.0TSI SE Drive 71 plate 5 door. Dark grey metallic. bought ex showroom but factory spec included sat nav, 16inch alloys, front and rear parking sensors. I was going to trade it in at the end of the PCP but decided to keep it. I need to refurb two of the wheels, after that I’m planning to do some minor mods and possibly more. Ideally: dechrome lowering springs upgrade headlight bulbs intake kit remap

Mk3 fabia. For some reason tonight the menu has moved from right side of the screen to left. I hate it! And why has it suddenly changed?! anyone know how to move it back? Apparently it’s a car setting rather than a CarPlay setting but I can’t find it in the menu anywhere! thanks!

It took me far too long to read and look up your username! I understand now. Nice to know this is possible. Car is currently on PCP for another 2 years but if we end up keeping it we will definitely get this upgrade.

That’s brilliant. Thanks for the link. Found it now. Didn’t think to look in the manual!

Interesting. Did you get parts required from dealer? Is it a DIY install and how much did it cost?

Fabia. sold my superb. Just haven’t updated my profile!

Ah, you obviously aren't as lazy as me!