SteveTheElder

I’m pretty sure that once CarPlay is active it is an exclusive WiFi link effectively disabling any other WiFi connection. I, for example, can’t sync videos from my dashcam to the app if CarPlay is active; as soon as I disable it, all is ok with the dashcam sync. Kinda frustrating…. This might be the root of the issue you have with tethering; I suspect CarPlay kicks in and kicks out the tethering. Never tried it so can’t be sure.

Nope, they need to come with an 11 year old same as when we first got a VCR… 😂😂

I’m aware some folk have had 12V battery issues but thought it was only mHEV (e-Tec) and PHEV versions. Could be wrong though. Mine is a 1.5tsi, 2020 model, registered Sept ‘20. Currently on 65,000 miles and the battery has not shown any issues to date. I do tend to drive long journeys though - already done 1500 miles this month.

Does this apply equally if using CarPlay, AndroidAuto or generic Bluetooth connection?

You concentrate on reversing 😉

In its very early days mine was in and out of the dealer more times than I care to remember - lots of investigations etc but they NEVER charged me for a courtesy car; they waived the fee because it was under warranty.

OK, mine isn't a VRS but shares the same infotainment system; was a complete 'mare in the early days but has been rock solid for a couple of years since getting upgraded to v1941 by the dealer. Now it's out of warranty I'd have to pay for it to be done or follow the DIY method outlined on here - and accept the risk of bricking the car. The way I see it, the benefit is little, the risk likelihood is low, the risk impact is high - so why bother. v1941 works fine (for me). My car lacks a few toys compared to the VRS, such as matrix headlights & roadsign recognition which had issues in the early years of a mk4. ACC, SOS, blindspot detection, all work fine (now). As others have said, the mk4 is a very good, highly capable, and fuel efficient car; and in estate form a brilliant load lugger. Aim to buy new or an Approved Used model which should have all software updates applied before delivery.

Hmmm... Been a while since I did mine; maybe need to turn on the ignition whilst setting it up, turn it off, then lock the car. Thinking this may initiate the saving/sync of the personalisation. Sorry to be a bit vague...

Short answer, Yes, for seats and door mirrors. Though as always the devil is in the detail. Firstly, there is no actual need to set up a second user. My wife uses our second key and the seat moves to her last position when opening the drivers door. We don't have a second user set up in the Infotainment system. This however, is dependent on which key is used to lock it and unlock it, and a setting in the Infotainment. Somewhere buried in there is an option to enable personalisation, which IIRC is the default, (sadly I can't remember where it is off the top of my head and am away form the car at the moment). Then, driver 1 unlock the car with their key, seat the position of the seat, and at the end of the journey lock the car with the same key. Driver 2 repeats the process with their own key. After that each key will bring its own personalisation. There is no need to store the seat position either, though it makes life easier should the personalisation be lost (which it does from time to time). For CarPlay, the system reconnects to the previous iPhone if it is in range, I assume similar for Android. For 'Favourites' (radio, SatNav, etc) then I think you'd need a second user login, which should auto-login with the key personalisation active. This is based on my Pre-FaceLift model, the newer cars may have different behaviours.

Thanks for a useful reference point for the CrossClimates and pressures. For comparison, over July & August I’ve covered 3000 miles, mostly UK motorway limits, averaging 60.5mpg on Goodyear Efficient Grip Performace tyres at the ‘standard’ pressures. Again, 1.5TSI Estate; 2 adults and boot rammed.

I run mine at the pressures given, usually at 39 and 40 psi (front & rear respectively) increasing to 46-49 on the rears when loaded up. The car is on 205/55R17 tyres and feels fine in wet and dry conditions, tyres last well (originals did 44k miles), fuel economy is excellent.

I've read elsewhere that you can update the maps using the Map Creator on this link https://updateportal.skoda-auto.com Not tried it myself so can't confirm.

@avi4tor there was me thinking the appeal of a Triumph Stag was the old school charm, walnut dashboard, and 1970s unreliability all cloaked in drop dead gorgeous looks 😂😂

It’s the same on mine; the extra bits are just dummy lenses, and AIUI, not even lamp holder at add extra bulbs🙄

Others are correct, the accelerator pedal is the best bet. As for a limiter in the car, it likely depends on the model you have. An SE-L, for example has adaptive cruise control and speed limiter, lowest effective speed is 20mph. SE spec, and SE Technology differ. I drive an SE First Edition for a while some four years ago; it had standard cruise control but don’t remember a speed limiter. Check the manual for your car and have a look at the control fitted. If it’s there it’ll either on the end of the indicator stalk or an additional stalk on the left side of the steering wheel.

Oh yes it will... ... guess how I know.

Yes, I had one of those in the car when I bought it at 6 months old from a main Dealer. It's an SE-L First Edition which also includes the variable floor. After a few days I found the rail was always in the way so took out of the car and stored.

They did on a loan car (Octavia mk4 e-TEC) I had a while back so I assume they would on an iV too. Easy enough to check on an unlit road, especially if you get a passenger to look out of the back they'd see the road light up red.

Is your 2024 car a pre-facelift model?

The crackling sound is most likely the SOS module; many of us with 2020/21 build cars have needed replacement units to solve it. It’s a known [to Škoda] issue. Choice of service workshop is a personal thing. If you have any form of warranty then ensure you comply with the terms. Otherwise I would expect any good VAG specialist workshop would have all the s/ware gizmos needed. Personally I like the built in satnav but many on here prefer to use Waze, Apple Maps, or whatever on the smartphone via CarPlay or Android Auto. Map updates can be downloaded to a USB-C stick and installation is whilst driving around. Several threads on here so have a search. Or take a look here: https://www.briskoda.net/forums/topic/531909-sat-nav-maps-latest-version/#comment-5957491 On the street wheel there are chromed rollers/buttons. Click the right side one and you can access the settings to change what is displayed in the centre of the two dials. Scroll up/down and/or use the left/right buttons under the scroll wheel. Click to select the option wanted. It’s not that intuitive but you’ll soon get the hang of it.

Alas I have no idea, sorry. Having said that, I’d be surprised if it can’t be done.

Only with matrix headlights can you adjust for mainland Europe. The stickers work well - if they are located correctly. That sounds an obvious statement (which it is) but the placement is absolutely critical; I fitted some and they were totally ineffective; moved them no more than 2mm and bingo! Absolutely fine. Unlike the days of old fashioned headlights there is no nice lines on the glass so it is trying to line them up with the internal components. A pain in the wotsit! Nowadays I just set the beam to a lower angle to avoid dazzling in coming traffic. Not had an issue even with a heavily laden boot (but have a set of deflectors in the car just in case).

I’ve no knowledge of the error codes but a while back my 2020 build car had a software update for the AC - presumably there was some kind of issue early on.

Based on my (UK, pre-facelift mk4) experience, if the car does not have the drive modes button, then neither is it in the menus. Only the mid and high specification models have drive mode selection so SE-L (and SE-L First Edition), vRS; maybe SE Technology do; SE and SE First Edition did not.

Mine was blocked, managed to clear it by poking gently with a cocktail stick.