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Yes, replaced bulb with new (makes no difference) - and also swapped over entire headlight unit to test by plugging in n/side unit to o/side connector which produces same malfunction where main beam activates briefly before cutting out - which confirms that problem must be in wiring (somewhere) to o/side?

I have owned my 2011 Mk2 Scout from new. It has recently developed a strange electrical fault: Main beam o/side comes on briefly for 5 seconds then goes out (n/side working fine) Warning light indicating 'bulb failure' appears on maxidot computer, but the bulb is not at fault, for as explained it will illuminate momentarily. So there must be a 'short circuit' occurring somewhere? Has anyone else ever experienced similar in any Mk2 Octavia? Mine has the Xenon upgrade, but that only applies to dipped beam, not main, so is probably irrelevant. Any advice gratefully received. And does anyone know where to obtain the applicable wiring diagram as my local garage is struggling to? Many thanks

Just replaced previous Goodyear Vector 4Seasons with the new Michelin Cross Climate on my Scout. As I understand it, the former is essentially a winter tyre but also for summer use, the latter the other way round! Both have the official 'snow flake' designation for winter use. Both are expensive; the new Michelins @£50 more for a set of four purchased from ATS who are owned by Michelin - but the price might fall in due course as the well known online discounter Black Circles have just been bought out by Michelin. Interestingly, the tread pattern of the 2 brands is not dissimilar, but Michelin are conducting a big pr campaign on the merits of the Cross Climate: http://www.michelin.co.uk/tyres/michelin-crossclimate and Tyre Reviews: http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article/Michelin-CrossClimate-launched-is-this-a-game-changer.htm Immediately noticable difference is that the Michelin's are much more 'supple' on the Cotswold back roads I frequently drive, but the 4Seasons were fine - and did last for approaching 40,000 miles, so I'll see if the Cross Climate's match that in due course!

Dear All Thank you for your input to my query - particularly zacherynuk. Having perused both the AA and ABI links provided in conjunction with my Owners Manual, I will take the advise. The clincher in regard to the Goodyear Vector 4Seasons is that they are marked with the 'snow flake' symbol - ie although '4 Seasons' they are classified as winter tyres and so are permisable to fit with a 'V' as opposed to (OEM) 'W' speed rating without impacting on insurance. So the man from Skoda insurance was incorrect with his statement to me! A set ordered (difficult to obtain, coming into Protyre, Gloucester, from Germany apparently) at £620 'all in'. Not sure how long they'll last, but I'd settle for 1/2 of the 48K Eenymac has experianced! Great car the Scout BTW, does everything I require and with those tyres fitted should be even better at coping with these Cotswold Hills - not just in the snow, it's the autumn leaves and mud stewn lanes where the x4 drive comes into its own.

Many thanks for responses; the 'Underwriting & Fraud Analyst' form Skoda Insurance said: "With tyre speed ratings, you shouldn't ever go down a speed rating from the rating that is defined within the vehicle's handbook, however going up a speed rating wouldn't pose as much of a problem, as it would be capable of going beyond the vehicles requirements. I take the point of the tyre fitters comment with regards to not legally reaching these top end speeds, however if you are using tyres which are under the vehicles defined tyre speed rating there is an increased chane of tyre damage so unfortunately we will not be able to accommodate in this instance" So with reference to my question, has anyone obtained formal authorisation from their insurer to fit 'V' speed rated tyres in place of the OEM 'W' and if so which one - as I would like to join those Scout owners with Vector 4Season 'V' rated tyres fitted - but without invalidating my insurance policy!

My July 2011 Octavia Scout requires new tyres after 25,000 miles on the original Dunlops. I have read a number of different posts regarding replacement with 4 seasons tyres and determined that the Goodyear Vectors are the ones to go for given the high approval rating by members here. Only problem is that these are not available in the manufacturers 'W' speed rating, only a 'V' so I contacted my insurer to seek authorisation - and was refused (Allianz via Skoda Insurance..) So have those that have fitted either not bothered to inform their insurer (potentially invalidating the policy) or can recommend an insurer who will approve? Alternatively the only 225/50/17/W All Season tyres I can find are the budget Maxxis Vectra MAZ 4S, or the more premium Goodyear Eagle RSA. Anybody any experiance of those?

Placed my order for the new Octavia Scout diesel DSG on 30th November 2010 utilising VAT free deal + 2 years 0% finance. Dealer placed order with factory on 2nd December and to date hasn't yet received a build week, let alone delivery date! Included a number of 'extras' as also VAT free, but didn't include a 'Tracker'. Perhaps I should have done, as when I do eventually receive will be 'rarer than hens teeth'! And I thought it was only 'exotic supercars' that command a premium...!