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It would appear to be p/n 5E0803882 swan neck - looks like the one pictured below. I am after the lock cylinder with key (arrowed) if anyone has a spare lying around.

Great tip, this really helps. Thanks for the quick response.

Hi folks 2015 Octavia Scout with OEM trailer hitch fitted. I had to drill out the existing trailer hitch lock cylinder, as the car came with no key. I now need to replace this lock cylinder. Skoda dealer parts department gave me a blank look when I tried to buy one. Does anyone have a suggestion where to try and find one? Is this OEM hitch unique to Skoda ? Any ideas appreciated. I am in the UK if it makes any difference.

Varaderoguy, thanks for your reply. The Haldex fluid and filter were both changed about 6 months ago, same time as I replaced the driveshaft coupling, so I would think they would still be OK. Appreciate your head's up on not draining/filling at the wrong points on the diff ! I found photos showing the fill/drain plug, both requiring a 5mm hex key. Any thoughts on what fluid (type and viscosity) would work best ?

Well, not sure what the next step should be. It drones/howls from around 65mph upward. Debating now about selling the car, as I fear diff replacement would be ££££. Shame, as the rest of it is in great nick. I can try draining/replacing diff fluid - would 80/90W be OK, or perhaps a heavier weight worth a try ?

Further info. After discussing with my mechanic, we noted that the drone typically happens once you firmly depress the accelerator - there is a 'click' felt through the pedal, which he said is a physical switch that tells ECU to give the driver all power available, and at the same time, engaging the Haldex coupling, and this is where the 'moan' is coming from - the car under full throttle also engaging 4WD. Does this theory sound plausible ?

Perhaps I celebrated too early ! Although the persistent noise originally reported has now disappeared with replacement of rear prop shaft coupling, I notice now that if you get on the throttle in 5th, say around 65mph, the differential seems to drone when under that load. So I am now wondering if the original noise was masking this underlying noise. Short of a replacement diff, what might alleviate this noise ? And should I be worried, as under normal loads and speeds, it is now quiet...just moans when accelerating with a bit of oomph.

SOLVED ! Skomaz, you nailed it. Replaced rearmost propshaft coupling, and hey presto - no more noise ! Thanks a million for the advice.

Denim Blue 2015 Scout 2.0 TD 6-spd manual estate, 60K miles, only 2nd owner !

Skomaz, you must be psychic ! That is exactly the symptoms. I can 'drive through' the noise once I get 78-85mph. It's right around 65mph and in 6th that I hear it the most. Will investigate this ASAP. Also think it might be worthwhile to change the diff fluid as it's probably the original. Belt and braces ! Thanks guys, appreciate the prompt input on this problem.

Thanks for the input. I am certain Haldex service was done 100%, as he is a specialist in VAG products, especially Audi and Skoda. Will have a poke 'round this weekend when we get it up on his ramp, but we gave it a pretty thorough going over a week ago, looking for possible causes. Underside of this car is as clean as the topside, so it was well-kept, but the trailer hitch has me pondering what they dragged around for 60K miles !

Hi guys and girls - Long time Skoda owner, first time poster ! On my 3rd Skoda now - had 2009 Scout, 2021 Karoq and now a 2015 Scout 2.0 Diesel manual. I am chasing a drone from rear of the car, and am seeking opinions following my unsuccessful forum searches on this topic. Car is 2015 model, 60K miles, 6 spd manual, 2.0 TD. Oh, and Denim Blue, as I know such things are critical! I am second owner, and car is fitted with trailer hitch - no idea what it was used for, or how often. There is a drone from rear of the car, most noticeable at 65mph - 75mph. When you lift off the throttle, it is most pronounced. Car had 1 odd tyre on NSR which I have replaced to match remaining 3. Have also had new rear wheel bearings fitted NSR and OSR. New F and R brake discs and pads. Car recently had a service, including full Haldex service. I think the diff noise was masked by the worn NSR tyre I replaced. All U-joints checked - no excess play or stiffness in any of these. I can only think the differential itself is to blame. I was considering swapping diff fluid as a possible next step - this would allow inspection of the old fluid, and possible swapping to a slightly heavier weight fluid. Are the differentials on the Scout a weak point, i.e. is this a common fault ? Would welcome advice as to the next course of action to take. Thanks in advance ! Chris