TenaciousLee

Ok so looking like I may need a new Gateway. I guess it’s a trip for CP to be removed. Anyone able to give any assurances that this is the last piece of the puzzle? Also any recommendations on CP Removal in/around Liverpool or NW?

Hi all, Hoping someone can help out as AI is driving me mad. Mk3 Octavia 2013… No MFSW from factory. Bought MFSW Upgraded Clock Spring(Squib) and Indicator Stalk to a high line models Clock Spring (Squib) 5Q0953549F Indicator Stalk 5Q0953507HL I’ve also swapped out the airbag loom to 5E0971584A So I can connect to the MFSW buttons. I coded in anticipation however, I’m getting no lights on the MFSW Buttons and in turn, no functionality. Just wondering if there is anything I’ve missed at all, as from what I’ve seen (and told by local VAG guys) it should work. Any input is appreciated Thanks Lee

Hi all, Octavia 1.2tsi 2013. I noticed the oil was sitting half full. No unusual smoke from the back so could be within tolerance for ‘normal’ consumption. I decided to take a look and everywhere looks dry apart from the pictures below. Not sure if anyone can identify the part that seems to be leaking, seems to connect to part of the air intake, which seems weird. If that’s the case, why so much oil?

Thanks for the replies all, some good info… 👍🏼

Thanks for the replies… Will go for a 5w30 then. Always though a 0w30 would be best, esp in winter. I seem to find the 5w30 is cheaper and more widely available compared the 0 when looking for for 504/507 spec. Just wondering what your consideration are when deciding between the two? Do you have any thoughts on Mannol, seems reasonably priced…

Hi all, Recently purchased a 2013 1.2TSI Octavia has the E211 engine i believe. Looking to swap the oil and filter soon and wondering what oil you guys recomend? I’m up in NW England figure 0w30 would be best but don’t see a whole lot of manufactures who make 0w30 VAG504 Oil. Wondering what your guys use or recommend? Cheers!

@Giorgi New wheel came today, will be fitting this later. This isn’t a big deal, but is there a way to wire up the multifunction buttons so they can be used? If not I’m still happy to transfer the blanking plates over. Thanks Lee.

Thanks! Appreciate the info and help. The 3 spoke looks so much nicer, seems an easy decision to upgrade. Hopefully it’s as easy as it seems :) Thanks Lee!👍🏼

Thanks for the quick reply! I’ve just ordered the same 3 spoke wheel as you using the part number you listed. Seen a video on how to remove airbag and steering wheel and seems ok I guess. How difficult was it to remove the buttons and replace with the black plastic?

@Georgi I have the same situation. A 2013 Octavia with the 4 spoke steering wheel with no buttons. I will want to transfer the blank buttons from my old to the new wheel as I don’t need the buttons. But did you original airbag fit the new wheel? Thanks Lee

Cool. I don’t have any of them yet as only a new owner. So VCDS alone will be sufficient for this…?

Yes I guess that would be all that’s needed. If that’s something you can assist with the would be happy to see how much it would cost and how to do it :)

I’ve been looking at this more and seems a nightmare. @pab567 , did you say your able to prepare a plug and play OEM set up? May be the best option, do you have a price for this? Cheers Lee

🤦‍♂️ I think keeping it OEM is harder than I thought. Is it possible to use one of the aftermarket boxes to get Apple car play instead (using my original Bolero setup)? If not I may have to just buy an Android head unit.

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You. Managed to get it plugged in and on. However, I get the message saying “Component Protection Active” And the display doesn’t seem to fit properly (pic attached). Is it a case of swap over the plastic trim from the old display? (I owe you a beer)

The old bolero seems to have a LDVS H port and the new display looks to have a LVDS C port

I have the new MIB2 Amundsen unit and 5E0919605M display from the list. However the LVDS cable that is in the car is a different shape to the port on the 5E0919605M display, so I can’t plug the display in. is it a case of buying an LVDS adapter or can I “shave” off the profile on the LVDS plug? :/

Hey Tcuk, How did you manage to remove the panel that houses the USB and AUX ports. Can’t see and clips or screw, have no idea where to start with it…

I managed to find a 5E0919605M display with a MIB2 Amundsen for £250. I’m still searching for the USB. The MIB2 USB ports I see seem to be for Golfmk7, which looks slightly different to the Octavia mk3. I’m the process of trying to figure out how to remove the USB panel too 😂

That the best reply I’ve ever had on any forum. Thanks so much for the info. I have no interest in - Video playback from DVD, USB, SD - CD playback - OEM navigation - displaying OEM maps in Virtual Cluster For me, Apple Car Play sits top of the list and will be probably the only feature I use. I just have two questions: Regarding the USB port that needs swapping out, is this the one that sits below the A/C controls? And what would it need swapping for? If I was to choose from the list you provided, would any of this kit need coding in order to work? I’ve heard sometimes vehicle info screens may not work (showing mpg etc)? Again, appreciate the response and help! Cheers Lee

So collected Octavia yesterday. The VIN is “TMBBB7NEXD0xxxxxx” Currently have the Bolero head unit. Thanks in advance Pab 👍🏼

Thanks for the reply! Will do, not due to collect until Tuesday so will pop back into the thread when I have it. 👍🏼

Yup, Sorry guys, it’s a 2013… my bad Good start to joining the forum 😂

Hey all, First time posting here, I’m picking up a 2003 mk3 Octavia soon with the bolero head unit but would really like to get Apple car play. I’ve seen loads of Android units but I’m a fan of keeping thinks as OEM as possible. Is there a “best” way to equip Apple car play on the Bolero head unit? Would I be best to upgrade to another OEM unit? I’ve use the Apple Car Play modules in the past that are like a match box that you stuff behind the head unit and uses the AUX channel. Sorry if this has been covered before but I can’t see an obvious way to do this with being new to Skoda. Thanks! :)