Big-lad

Hi folks, I have had the Engine Management warning lamp illuminate on my VRS TDi recently. I initially cleared the code, but after approximately 120 miles it came back on. I scanned it yesterday and got the following information off the Solus - "Particulate Trap Bank 1 Efficiency Below Threshold P2002 Short With Power - Intermittent" The DPF casing is fitted but the contents are not. Am I getting this code because the DPF is missing? Or is it likely to be a faulty differential sensor? I have read on here that the original USA ones are poor and the updated made in Malaysia ones are better, but I am not with the car at for the next couple of days so unable to check. TIA

Hi, I have replaced both the anti roll bar links (Febi) and both the strut top mounts (KYB) while replacing the shock absorbers.

Hi folks, In the quest to get rid of a knocking noise on the front of my VRS estate I am looking at replacing the ARB bushes. I have read up on it a while ago and seem to remember coming across a thread saying that replacing the subframe bolts with uprated ones is the way forward, has anyone done this? (or was I just dreaming?) Also any tips other than the general threads about it on here, would be much appreciated. I shall be borrowing a ramp so hopefully it should make things easier. TIA

Just a quick update. I emailed KYB (UK) asking if the 2 part numbers were the same physically. Almost immediately I had a reply, with a guy telling me to call him. I called and we had a chat about the 2 part numbers. He was very helpful and it turns out the 335808 is suitable for my car. (The ebay seller didn't have the Ultra SR, so I don't think they were trying to up sell me ......) I managed to locate 1 locally and fitted it with a new top mount and the knocking (my original problem) has gone. I am now waiting for the second one (off the internet) to arrive. Shout out to KYB for their help and super fast response. Thanks for the above help too.

The plot thickens..... I have been onto a UK parts supplier for some KYB 335808's who asked me for my registration to confirm fitment. They have come back and said 335808 are incorrect and I actually need 325700 because mine is a VRS with lower sport suspension. what is the difference in ride height and where is it measured from? ...... Although I feel mine may have sagged over the years anyway so might not get an accurate reading 😐

Are there any other recommendations of parts that needed/are beneficial while the strut is off? Does this model run just a rubber top mount or is there a bearing fitted too? Any idea on part numbers please? Better still is there available an O.E/Skoda online parts catalogue for Octavia's? Many Thanks

Many thanks for the replies both. A big difference in the price of them......😮

Hi folks, does anyone know if the part number 1T0413031FN has been superceded? (this is the VAG part number on my old part). I am after replacement front shock absorbers for my 2007 VRS TDi, after a bit of googling a lot of aftermarket suppliers list one of their options to fit numerous O.E part numbers. Also does anyone have any recommendations on brand/supplier, i.e. Sachs, Bilstein, KYB etc? Many Thanks