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All fixed, car went in one day and was ready the next day, so quick fix. Issue was actually caused by the module in the roof that controls the lights. It was replaced and had no problems since.

Its been a few months since I last posted, so a quick update on my Enyaq. So far so good, loving it except for the range being somewhat limited in the cold weather. Hoping this will improve as we move back to warmer weather in a couple of months hopefully. Only issue has been an airbag error light that popped up a few weeks ago which I've only just got around to getting looked at. Car's currently in at my local dealer getting a new "LINDA" module, whatever that is ?? and also a software update. Hopefully get it back in a few days. Anyone else had airbag error issues, is it a common fault? Chris

Yeah I spotted the locations when I signed up to the app. Always handy to know these options exist. In other news, home charger was fitted last week prior. Changed over my tariff to an EV with my supplier as well.

Overall I'm happy with the trip, Mrs wanted me to be cautious over the range rather than push it and end up running low or worst case scenario running out of juice. We really don't go much further in one day than the trip we just did. It all feels very new to me and very much a learning experience.

159 miles since yesterday's charge. Heating was on and I sat on cruise at 70 there and back. I had from memory 56% battery left at IKEA and using ABRP I could have made it home with about 13% left but I wanted to ensure that I had enough charge left for pootling about next week so I charged at Straiton P&R upto 80% prior to leaving. ABRP quoted arrival back home with 36% however it was 41% with 85 miles remaining when I parked up. Getting the home charger will hopefully make a difference as I don't think I will be so paranoid about what remains knowing that I have access to charge rather than heading to the charger in the Ferry.

I'm sure it would have but seeing as this is my first EV and I'm pretty much new to it all I wasn't sure. Having just returned home and done a few calculations it would have been fine, however I'm still waiting for the home charger to be installed so it would have meant another trip to the local charger. Gave it a quick top up before heading back and all was good.

Having fully charged I can now see why people recommend a heat pump.

I noticed that Straiton P&R was just across the road and tbh I hadn't thought about the IKEA chargers. I've only got a CPS account (interesting website 😔) and have the RFID card and haven't registered with other suppliers, BP etc. Speaking of CPS, tonight the charger cut out mid charge and I had to restart it, however it only logged my 2nd session which was only a couple of quid. 😀 Maybe I should take this as unofficial thanks for finding and reporting a security flaw on their website. 😬

Heading to IKEA in Edinburgh tomorrow so it's going to be my first long range trip, although in the grand scheme of things it isn't that far. Do you think I will manage the return trip from Broughty Ferry or will I need a quick top up whilst at Edinburgh? If so is it worth topping up at IKEA or someplace still in the area of Edinburgh before heading home? At present I'm trying to get it fully charged before setting off. Waiting for my home charger to be installed so I'm at a public fast charger. Have got various apps for locations on my phone and have invested in a OBD2 BLE adapter for use with EvNotify and ABRP. Not quite got it figured out yet though. I guess I'm slightly panicked about it as my wife and kids will be there and I'm not wanting us to be left stranded if I get it wrong.

So fingers crossed, my Enyaq will be delivered to me tomorrow morning. I haven't arranged a charger to be installed at home yet, purely because I felt it was touch and go in regards to whether the deal with the dealership was going to go ahead due to the time delays with EST. So, I guess my next questions will be related to charger installation, whether to fund this myself or endure the EST delays again so I can take advantage of the grant schemes. Worth starting a new thread or can anyone offer some opinions/recommendations on what I should be looking at getting installed charger wise? Anyways, here's a wee pic, as if you've never seen an Enyaq before. Quite a good spec, with the exception of having no convenience pack, which I initially wanted however given the industry I work in I decided I didn't want keyless entry. I'm sure I will have a heap more questions once it arrives and I've had a play around with it.

Fingers crossed I will have the funds next week having just received a call from EST to finalize the funding, good job as well as the dealer was on the phone sound chasing me today. Cross your fingers and toes for me please.😁

That makes for painful reading. So I eventually spoke to someone today, presumably the call centre as they needed to call someone else to discuss before they could answer me further. The lady I spoke to was very apologetic and helpful however I felt like my concerns weren't really addressed. I did however find out that my application is on day 11 so was told that it would most likely be next week but then of course there is no guarantee of that plus the additional 3-5 working days for the funds to arrive. I suspect that the dealer will be fed up by that point and trying to renegotiate the deal.

Still awaiting any sort of information back from EST. Unable to contact them via phone and actually speak to anyone who understands the process, keep ending up in a call centre. Reply via email is also non existent. Dealer is asking for payment and it's becoming a tad stressful.

Thanking you kindly sir. Organising a home charger and switching to a newer tariff/supplier was the next thing to look at.

I'm not impressed with it but I'm hopeful that it won't be that long. Not entirely sure how/what the problem is, I wondered if there was some sort of deadline for some other type of grant/funding. Dealer was on the phone with me today and I had to explain the situation with them, they were ok with it but also sounded displeased at the same time. I'm hoping that it doesn't drag on too long as I was able to obtain a significant discount on the Enyaq and a good trade in price for my current car, longer it goes on, the higher the risk of possibly losing the deal.