TimoB

Awesome to hear it was usefull! ☺️ My toolbox also was enriched with a tiny cheap ratchet (Image 7, top left 😜)

1.5 Etec (MHEV) has no setting to disable it (from the infotainment at least). My car doesn't have different drive modes, so I don't know if those change anything. However switching the DSG-selector from D to S, switches the controlunit to a mode where there's no coasting and start-stop is disabled (while in S-mode). I've had the DQ200 tuned, so D is a bit more sporty and S a bit less, it was an option to also disable coasting in D-mode with that tuning.

Hi, I somewhat recently added some steps to another topic when I changed my 3rd brake light. I'll link the post if it's still any help; https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/529111-how-to-replace-the-rear-center-light/page/2/#findComment-5964938

Hey guys, It took me some time, but managed to replace the 3rd brake light last weekend. I'll try to write a summary on the different parts that needed to be removed to get to it to help any further attemps along. However, it took ages even with the help of someone as we didn't really know how to remove each part and didn't want to damage anything, if you're not comfortable I recommend going to a dealer or other garage to get it fixed. Everything is at your own risk, be especially carefull when working with connectors of electronics or near electronic parts, to not damage them. (The following video is on a Octavia 3, but can you some idea of the removal of the big plastic piece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=uXg_Cw9DWtA) Step 1: Get the replacement part (V5E7945097 I believe). I recommend you also get new screws, I had to do with cleaning two that were a bit rusty. Step 2: Choose a day with a mate and plenty of time. Step 3: Remove the big part of the boot interior plastic (5E7867975A), be carefull to remove the connector of the button for the electronic boot before completely taking it off. This plastic part is mounted with 16 metal clips (image 1). Step 4: Remove the smaller plastic that's around the window (5E7867605), this has two screws (visible when you've done step 3), 11 clips and needs to be pulled to the inside to undo all clips (image 2 & 3). Step 5: Unclip the connector of the brake light and washer jet that's mounted in the spoiler (https://youtu.be/nH4BN3Fib1U?feature=shared&t=176). Also release the cableholder for the wire set to get more room to work by pulling it straight out (image 4 & 5). Step 6: Add protection (masking tape or cloth) to prevent damage to spoiler and rear of the car. Step 7: Remove 11 screws and nuts (image 6). A very small ratchet is highly recommended, or one can manage with a Torx 25 allen key for the 4 screws in the square holes. Step 8: After closing the tailgate, lift up the spoiler slowly although with some force to click it off. It is still somewhat held in with 5 red clips (image 7). Step 9: Replace brake light (I didn't take pictures, this step is pretty easy though as it is just 1 wire clip, 4 bolts and maneuvering the clips of the brake light out afterwards). After replacing the light, connect the cables back on the spoiler and to the car to confirm it works. I even went as far as to check all other lights and the washer nozzle. To mount the parts do the steps in the reverse order. Make sure to keep track (as good as possible) that all clips are correctly clicked in. I am to this day not sure if I got them all, although there are not rattles or weird bump in the plastic. If there are any questions, feel free to get in touch. Thanks to the people in this topic that helped by their posts here and especially @naialsl for his support. Timo Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Image 4 Image 5 Image 6 Image 7

If you're able could you send me a dm? I don't have enough activity on briskoda yet.

Thanks for the info, I'll have a look tomorrow and get back in touch with you.

I'm not sure which part you're refering to, could you clarify or mark it on a picture?

we got all screws, we used the picture from this post: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/529111-how-to-replace-the-rear-center-light/#findComment-5908681 However the rotation/lift like in the image is where we got stuck, wires didn't seem to be the issue. The only thing we thought it could be were red and black studs/pins.

actually made a photo earlier, red arrow are the nuts/screws we removed

the screws like in the image from 2 januari from semzo, I didn't take pictures today unfortunately. We managed to lift the window side up maybe a few centimeters, but the side near the antenna didn't feel like it was loose.

I've gotten al the trim of, but got stuck today taking the spoiler of. With all bolts/screws removed (11 total) the middle part of the spoiler (towards the front of the car) didn't really feel safe to lift, like there was some kind of clip. We couldn't find what precisely so any help welcome. We mounted the spoiler back but the trim is still removed for now.

As promised

I should add; it's the 1.5 e-Tec, although removing that badge was the first mod I did, besides removing the octavia letters. Also changed the logo on the front and skoda writing on the rear to black.

I have the same issue and purchased a new light trough the dealer. @Semzo would you be able to share the workshop instructions? Thanks in advance! Timo

Hey Guys, Recently purchased a used Octavia 4 after driving a Seat for a couple years. Went with a racing blue almost-sportline version, with the black exterior and sportseats. There are a couple things on the list to change, such as most likely a KW V1 and some new wheels, but after a good polish and a DSG tune at TVS-engineering, it's time to save up first. I'll share some pictures soon! Timo