My 2017 Kodiaq 4x4 with a manual gearbox has just developed a transmission noise. It happens just after changing up through the higher gears at relatively low speed when I give it some throttle. It can also happen when not changing down in time and giving it some throttle on slight inclines. Sounds similar to brake pads rubbing the front disc after been led up during prolonged wet weather with surface rust on the disc. This sound very much appears to be coming from the gearbox area. I am only the 2nd owner and the car has been maintained by the supplying Skoda dealer up until late 2013 when I purchased with 70000 miles on it. Regular servicing with Haldex oil change at 39683 miles. Cambelt and water pump was changed in October 2022 at 62269 miles. I do have oil and filters changed at 10k intervals along with other routine items. Whether it is a coincidence or not several dash lights have come on in the past week relating to non functioning esp, hill start, start stop and park assistance all not working. I have been to a garage for this and was informed to take it to Skoda to have a 'software update' performed as they could not 'get into the system to check and clear issues'. Is it safe to drive without causing further damage and what is likely the issue (and fix). It has just recently turned 90000 miles. TIA to responses.

Could the noise be from the clutch slipping - does the Tacho rise in sync with the noise?

I assume the 'until late 2013' is a typo and you meant 2023?

Edited Monday at 11:421 day by Warrior193
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OT but the Haldex Servicing is scheduled as @ 30,000 miles / 3 years or sooner.

7 hours ago, Evolution13 said:

OT but the Haldex Servicing is scheduled as @ 30,000 miles / 3 years or sooner.

It was always serviced by main Skoda agent around 30000 up until late 2023. Maybe I should get this Haldex service done now and see if it improves things.

9 hours ago, Warrior193 said:

Could the noise be from the clutch slipping - does the Tacho rise in sync with the noise?

I assume the 'until late 2013' is a typo and you meant 2023?

No spike in revs when flooring throttle to induce any possible clutch slip

Have you had the OBD scanned to see if its showing any fault codes???

If you apply the handbrake, select 1st gear, and slowly release the clutch, will the engine rev up or cut out?

Have tested for clutch slip but none evident.

1 minute ago, old-jag-man said:

Have tested for clutch slip but none evident.

I took the Kodiaq to an independent garage with a very good reputation and was told it needs a software update by main dealer.