Morning all,

 

I've got a couple of issues with my mk2 octavia, 

 

The Wiper Stalk OK/Reset button for the trip computer, it's getting increasingly difficult to get this to flip between trip 1 and 2 pressing the button is starting to cycle through the current trip information (same as pressing the up button on the end of the stalk). Do you think a new / second hand stalk will fix this?

 

Secondly the lock / unlock button in the center console near the hand brake only locks the car, pressing the unlock side of the switch also locks the car, will a new / second hand switch solve this, or is it a known wiring problem?

 

the courtesy lights in the boot also don't come on when the tailgate is raised. reading else where this looks to be a wiring / connector problem, I don't think it's related to the other faults but just to be safe.

The issue with the stalk buttons could simply need the contact cleaning out.

 

The guide below is for the cruise control stalk, but I should imagine it's the same only flipped around.

 

http://www.stuartdalby.co.uk/vwgolfmk5/intermittent_cruise_control/

Thank softscoop I'll give that a go, brb

I've had some issues with the central locking although not excatly as you described- mine locks and unlocks constantly as I drive along

Are you able to view any fault codes?

I would recommend removing the central locking switch from the centre console and cleaning the internal contacts with some electrical contact cleaner

Also, there is a switch at the back of the ignition barrel that can cause issues with central locking- Im actually swapping mine over for a new part (1KO905865 next week, but that may be worth looking into also?

well the brb comment was foiled by the mrs and a shopping trip :( 

 

The ok / reset button has started working again, so high hopes for taking it apart tomorrow. 

 

I'm guessing the lock button has had a drink spilt on it at some point due to it's location

 

I checked to fault codes on tuesday when when i reset the airbag light after taking the glovebox out to fix the blower fan. nothing of interest. I'll keep switch behind the ignition barrel in mind, Thanks for your input