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Today, 06:28

Raj35h started a thread Leak into boot in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

I've got a mk3 octavia estate and having problems with a leak in the boot (only happens when it is raining ). Water seems to collect on the rubber...

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Yesterday, 16:35

worroourkid started a thread False Alarm Activation in Skoda Octavia (Typ 1Z) 2004 – 2013

Hi, my Skoda Octavia Estate is possibly the best car I have ever had (5 years now), that I keep professionally well maintained (not a Skoda Dealer),...

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11-12-19, 11:38

Crasher replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Yours has a purely mechanical timing belt driven main pump and a separate electric water pump; some later cars now have two electric pumps, one for...

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11-12-19, 07:26

maciekstasio replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

aha. so basically I can't do nothing unless I'll visit workshop with genuine VCDS, yes? Any one had similar problem and fix it please?

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10-12-19, 23:37

The Hood replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

A genuine VCDS lead has a small amount of software in it which is recognised by the software, the fakes on eBay do not and the software stops working.

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10-12-19, 22:15

maciekstasio replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Thanks. Cam belt and water pump has been replaced by salesman when I bought this car, but I don't know what parts they've used. Do you think if...

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10-12-19, 22:08

Crasher replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Mahle should be fine but something is obviously wrong. You could have a failed electric water pump which would need a diagnostic output test to...

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10-12-19, 20:49

kd02 started a thread Octavia vrs 2.0 petrol 59 plate air filter box in Items Wanted - Skoda Related Only

I'm taking it back to standard so need the above if anyone can help, thanks in advance.

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10-12-19, 17:48

maciekstasio replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

The one which I put is Mahle made.

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10-12-19, 17:37

Crasher replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Many times with non genuine thermostats

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10-12-19, 13:12

maciekstasio replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Super, did you had similar problem then?

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10-12-19, 13:06

Crasher replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

I am a VAG mechanic.

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10-12-19, 11:27

maciekstasio replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

I don't know part number or make of the new thermostat but I don't think that this details has much to do. It's not a gauge problem, temp in cabin...

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10-12-19, 10:00

Crasher replied to a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Which make and part number thermostat did you fit? The dash temp gauge is highly inaccurate so for it to show an over cooling problem the thermostat...

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10-12-19, 09:58

Crasher replied to a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

Personally I suspect you have blown the coils but I think your next step should be to get a VAG specific (not generic OBDII) fault code read done and...

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10-12-19, 09:27

maciekstasio started a thread Low temp after thermostat change in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Hi, I've got Skoda Superb 63reg after facelift, 2.0 140 horse power TDi. Engine temperature was hardly reaching 60°C so I replaced thermostat. For...

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10-12-19, 09:18

Crasher replied to a thread Mr in Skoda Superb 3 (type 3V) 03/2015 >

There will be a fault code or two stored so you need the ECU reading to see what they are. It could be a DPF issue or that the fans have lost...

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09-12-19, 21:23

Malcobhoy started a thread Mr in Skoda Superb 3 (type 3V) 03/2015 >

My engine management light is on and the fan is staying on intensely Skoda superb

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09-12-19, 19:03

GS1000FF replied to a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

OK I just checked the coils and voltage supply to them, this is my findings. Voltage supply to the coils through 4 pin contact. Pin 1+3 = 11,7...

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09-12-19, 15:28

Crasher replied to a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

If the coil packs are triggered when not connected to a spark plug or one which is not earthed, they blow instally... even if they are brand new.

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09-12-19, 13:59

GS1000FF replied to a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

Hmmm good question, most likely not but what if I did? I have not been able to locate the ”Speed sensor” or the ”camshaft sensor” just got a tip to...

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08-12-19, 18:02

Crasher replied to a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

Let’s go back to the spark... Did you crank the engine over with the coil packs off of the plugs but still connected to their wiring?

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08-12-19, 12:17

GS1000FF started a thread Another Fabia that won't start - Gremlins under the hood? in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

Dear all, I have Fabia 1,4 75HP BKY petrol engine that refuse to start after I serviced it. Root cause for service was loss of power and uneven...

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05-12-19, 14:11

KariT replied to a thread Superb owner in New Members - Introduce Yourself Here

My new Superb L & K 😎

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04-12-19, 23:43

david@wardjonesltd.com replied to a thread Gearbox problem - can't move! in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

Update: local Skoda dealership advises that my car (probably) needs a new Mechatronic unit costing £1866. But they can't be sure that it will fix...

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02-12-19, 13:40

Crasher replied to a thread Gearbox problem - can't move! in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

7 speed DQ200 Mechatronic failure, I have a Fabia outside that has just been recovered with the same problem and the same box.

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02-12-19, 13:39

Crasher replied to a thread Change door seal rubber in Skoda Fabia 3 (type NJ) 08/2014 >

It is a genuine Skoda only part. This is a common issue on all cars and I stop it by wiping the seal with petroleum jelly each time I service it.

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02-12-19, 11:21

casperlad started a thread Change door seal rubber in Skoda Fabia 3 (type NJ) 08/2014 >

had bad frost on thursday night and seemed to have ripped my drivers side door seal whilst opening it are these easy to replace and where would i buy...

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