Everything posted by Skodacrazy
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Front shock absorbers replaced, steering off?
Put the car on the ground before tightening it up? I say this because i had a complete lower arm replaced and they didn’t lower the car onto the wheels to torque it up and it drove absolutely crap lol Even the wheel alignment didn’t correct it or the cheap ebay arm was the problem
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interior middle light no illumination when opening door
Taking the light down has nearly fixed this issue with the slider switch all works however doesn’t turn off after entering and starting car
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Mpg 1.6tdi
its the fact when engaging CC the mpg jumps drastically to what i would expect it to be Faulty throttle position sensor? I can relearn the throttle today using Autel Maxi 200 other than that idk
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Mpg 1.6tdi
I’m getting low 40’s-46mpg using the throttle and around 50+ when using cruise control, it quite noticeably improves when using cruise control country roads no traffic approx 50mph No codes ive got autel 200 with live data if theres anything i should be looking for ? thanks
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Spaceback drain holes
Ive just noticed the one in the fuel filler is blocked I’m getting slight condensation issues so would like to rule these out Doors seem fine is it only the front scuttle?
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Spaceback drain holes
Anyone have a diagram or know where all the drain holes are TIA
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Annoying metallic rattle middle dash
Unsure if this the Elegance Silver trim near the radio or something deeper in the dash board pressing near that area seems to help any ideas?
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Breather pipe
would this be same on the 1.6tdi? i've noticed the same smell
- Rapid misting up problem
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Skoda Rapid 1.6tdi 2014
fitted new oem and resolved issues however this was not the cause of the glow light flashing or EML (P0101) hopefully this problem is only a new maf had enough fixing things already lol
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2014 Rapid elegance swing radio upgrade
thanks
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interior middle light no illumination when opening door
2014 spaceback dashboard icons signals which door is open both end reading lights work and the middle light works if manually using slider is there a microswitch located somewhere in the door? same as 2007 fabia? or could this be controlled via VCDS tia
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Door warning and interior lights problem
I'm having the same problem 2014 skoda rapid however its only opening the doors that doesn't trigger the reading light the slider works to switch the centre light on manually so i know the bulb works everything else works fine, dash door icons ,central locking I don't have any lights on the doors or could this be switched off/on using vcds?
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Retrofit indicator wing mirrors
is this possible? I have heated mirrors however no indicators would the wiring loom still be fitted? Or would i have to reroute the wiring from the wings? Is this difficult?
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Upgrading side mirrors to dynamic turn signal indicators
I have heated mirrors however no indicators would the wiring loom still be fitted? Or would i have to reroute the wiring from the wings? Is this easy?
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What more comfortable tyres to fit to 215/45/16 rapid elegance alloy
Generic branded trash currently, any decent tire is going to be an improvement however more rubber & air is surely going to help absorb alot of the road /potholes etc
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What more comfortable tyres to fit to 215/45/16 rapid elegance alloy
Looking for comfort over style or cornering Also would this negatively affect mpg? tia
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Mpg adjustment
sorry it was a joke haha that said I currently have rapid 2014 elegance spec alloys with 215/45/16 tyres which size tyres can i fit to this alloy that give a more comfortable drive I’m just going to purchase 4 new @Ootohere
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Mpg adjustment
I want my mph accuracy to the 00.1 anything less does not comply
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Spaceback folding boot floor repair
Awesome thanks
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n75-valve-turbo-boost-pressure-converter clicky
I’ve ordered a new oem valve however lots of other people online saying it’s likely the vacuum hoses not the actual valve Ideally needs a smoke test or use some tie wraps/clips on the hose connections
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2014 Rapid elegance swing radio upgrade
Hi which is the easiest/connection to upgrade this radio for using DAB / google maps & waze I have full steering wheel controls also stock or aftermarket is fine also currently the initial sound during a bluetooth call seems to crackle is this the headunit or speakers? thanks in advance
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Spaceback folding boot floor repair
Hi Could somebody advise which spare wheel setup to install in my spaceback 2014 currently it has a circular tool store with a bottle of tyre fix However the folding boot floor is sagging due to no support which spare wheel should I purchase fix this issue? Tia
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Wheel arch noise insulation
Silicone earbuds with no sound only lower frequencies it doesn’t totally block all sound,everything important is still quite easily recognisable abnormal engine / other traffic sounds yet the minuscule rattles /road noise are lowered considerably Try it you’ll be surprised how much less fatigue you experience after a long drive
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Wheel arch noise insulation
Forget insulation just wear Airpods with no music on Cuts all the rattles & road noise completely while still being able to hear the radio & a clearer voice call You could also buy custom tips that are moulded to your ears for added comfort