Daanio

Ok so I gave the car a big service plus spark plugs and a pcv valve. For now the rough idle is fixed. Two spark plugs were loose also. Might do the walnut blasting in summer but no hurry now. I'm happy it is fixed

I bought a blasting pistol with a long nozzle on Amazon to connect on my compressor, and this adapter from Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1782304951/intake-cleaner-adapter-for-vw-audi-tfsi?ref=yr_purchases Pistol : https://amzn.eu/d/006Z1E1m My vacuum cleaner fits it perfectly. Bought the walnut media separately, which was the most expensive

Same, only drive it home. I ordered a pcv valve and walnut blasting kit

Ok managed to get the option list through the dealer

Ok more than two months later and I finally have it on my driveway :D I will keep it there for another month because I need to service it first, it needs dsg and haldex serviced. I wanted to find out what options my superb has, but the Erwin website doesn't provide that anymore? Any good tips where I can find the option list? Are there free service manuals available or best to use the Erwin website for that?

Ok thanks, I ask because my Saab is very sensitive for OEM coils, aftermarket gives misfires. According to the garage mostly euro 95 / E10 has been used instead of E5 Mostly highway miles they say. Might get a lower price without warranty but don't know yet if I will take it, I'll have to think

You're right, I'll have to do it. Still didn't bought it yet but it was a very nice car for a good price. Because of that problem probably Do these cars need OEM coils or can I go aftermarket ?

I was thinking about the PCV as well because that is possible without giving codes in this engine ? I read 3rd gen 2..0 tsi don't have to many problems with carbon build up or am I wrong? I don't think it's possible to do walnut blasting at home or is there a diy solution ? Coils and spark plugs have been changed in 2022, for me that is also a long time for spark plugs. From the mileage Im guessing that is 50 000 to 60 000 miles ago

I took the car for a test drive, and at idle RPM in Eco mode, Normal mode, and Comfort mode, it kind of stutters when it’s cold, like misfires. In Sport mode, when the idle RPM is higher, it doesn’t do that. After the test drive, with warm engine no more misfire at all. It also drove very smooth. The mechanic also mentioned that, during the stuttering at idle, the exhaust valves open and close as well. They still think it is because of the mapping because the previous customer never mentioned something about a problem and they serviced it since new. They will try and find out who tuned it and contact them to see if it's normal. They connected the car to their computer again and couldn't see anything wrong.

Yes they will let me drive it, they are very confident though that it is not a problem and their reputation seems good with only positive reviews. It's not a typical car trader which buys and sells. I'll go and take it for a drive, I have to see it in person

Well, they tell me the car drives perfectly and they are giving one year warranty which is a plus, but of course when the moment is there and there are no fault codes I know they will not touch it. Also because the problem was known. I'm guessing they will only get the map off after it gets sold, because lets face it, when you do a test drive in a remapped car with this amount of hp you will want it. Why I am doubting very much; both the 528i and superb have a 2.0 liter engine which is a requirement because of the taxes in my country. Both cars are full specced, the skoda also comes with a remote for preheating the cabin ? Also has carplay. The bmw has different options, hud, comfort seats, etc.. but no carplay, but is also a 2016 model so its only 2 years older. Does have the n20 engine which is prone to cam chain issues which I'm not going to fix myself. But as you say, Skoda has so much more leg room and boot space, plus the power from the skoda will be lots higher than bmw. I love the room, the power, and the price from the car. That's why I'm really tempted.

Yes very true, it's like a lottery ticket I guess but same goes for a newer or lower mileage car. I don't know yet if I will walk away I'll go and see. Honestly. I'm doubting between this one and a bmw f11 528i. The skoda garage told me again that it's because of the mapping but they don't know who did it and when, but they will ask the previous owner. Previous owner told them it started doing it since the tune I can check with the tuner if necessary, or put another tune on it. If so, could a bad calibration cause damage to the engine or injectors ?

Well for me it's a plus that it is already mapped because if not I was planning to do it as well. And it seems strange that this is causing the problem. But also strange that a skoda garage doesn't know the problem so maybe they are right. I should try and find out who mapped it and see if they can ask the previous owner. I did find something online about camshaft adjuster magnet but I know it's just guessing.

Hi, I'm probably going to buy a skoda superb soon and next weekend I'll go and look at a superb 2.0 tsi 280 4x4 sport Line, 2018 model. But I do have a few questions. The car has around 140 000 miles and has a tuned ecu. It's being sold by a skoda garage and they give one year warranty. It's been serviced with them from new. They told me on the phone that it drives perfectly but it does have a rough idle/misfire when in eco mode. They checked with their computer and nothing comes up. The person on the phone told me it might be because of the ecu tuning. Anyone has an idea ? I would think this could be a problem with a injector or coil but I don't know the engine. It has a dsg 6 speed transmission, which has been serviced according to the book. Is the dsg known for giving problems at higher mileage ? Does a sport Line trim have shift paddles as standard or is this an extra option ? Thank you,

Hi, I'm a big fan of the skoda but drove a Saab for the past few years. Because of kids this car is getting too small and I'm looking for a replacement which will probably be a skoda superb. I also love motorcycles, have had a few old ones and new ones. I do all the work myself, you have to though when you own a Saab anyways. Hi to all and see you in the forums.