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Today, 21:54

The Hood replied to a thread DPF capacity in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

Thanks, I use an app called VAG dpf which when used with a bluetooth adaptor (such as the one below) plugged into the ecu port gives a reading of...

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Today, 20:14

Crasher replied to a thread DPF capacity in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

The Ash Mass is measured in grams and they vary but 60 grams is typical, VCDS often tells you in the pop up labels.

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Today, 18:58

Viking replied to a thread DPF capacity in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

The ash is actually residue from engine oil additives which gets past the combustion process (not left over when the soot is burnt off). So if you...

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Today, 17:42

The Hood started a thread DPF capacity in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

Does anyone know the capacity of a Yeti DPF? After a regeneration it leaves a small amount of ash which increases over time, how much can it hold...

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Today, 15:17

Viking replied to a thread Alloy Wheel Corrosion in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

I've a set of those in the garage which are for sale if you get stuck. Not too far from you either. But first thing I'd try is some soapy water...

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Today, 14:06

Crasher replied to a thread Alloy Wheel Corrosion in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

If they won't help, take them to www.thewheelspecialist.co.uk

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Today, 12:59

ben6464 started a thread Alloy Wheel Corrosion in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

Hi, just after some advice. I have a 2014 Skoda Octavia Estate Elegance. In December my local Skoda deal fitted winter tyres for me but since then...

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Today, 09:39

Crasher replied to a thread LED DLR bulbs in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

For certain lights the on board power supply unit J519 has coding features that allow you to turn off bulb monitoring, one of my mechanics did this...

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Today, 08:43

The Hood replied to a thread LED DLR bulbs in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

In the pre facelift Yeti the DRL's are in the fog light and are seperate bulbs, in the facelift they are in the lower part of the bumper. It is...

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Yesterday, 23:35

Crasher replied to a thread LED DLR bulbs in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

Putting LED bulbs into incandescent fittings is illegal.....

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Yesterday, 20:27

dustrat started a thread LED DLR bulbs in Skoda Yeti (Type 5L) 2009 – 2017

I have a 2016 1.2 Automatic Yeti that I am very pleased with but would like to change the DRL bulbs to LED.It seems that some models do have LED DRL...

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19-02-19, 22:23

Crasher replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

Steel, salt water, oxygen = rust......

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19-02-19, 17:28

John Lewis replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

Just replied but it went astray. It turned out to be the nipples that were blocked, even though I thought that a fine needle had cleared them. It is...

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17-02-19, 16:36

John Lewis replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

I might just look carefully where the interior comes off and see if I can find the problem. If I sort it I will post. John

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17-02-19, 16:11

Crasher replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

It happens on all VAG cars where they insist on the water going through the motor and it isn’t always the fitting coming off, often it is the feed...

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16-02-19, 20:36

John Lewis replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

Yes I had it once on one of my Octavias so guessed it might be that. Just need to trace where the pipe is and how to get at it. cheers John

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16-02-19, 18:09

The Hood replied to a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

The rear washer pipe on a Yeti is known to "blow off" if insufficient screenwash is used and it freezes. The headlamp washers can also do the same,...

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16-02-19, 16:17

John Lewis started a thread Rear window wiper/washer in Skoda Rapid [NH3] 2012 - present

Hi Guys Anyone checked to see if the tube feeding water to the rear washer had come off? The two holes in the washer head are clear and the...

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13-02-19, 21:54

Administrator replied to a thread Hi Just joined 03 Mk1 VRS in New Members - Introduce Yourself Here

Welcome to the forum :) Any photos ?

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10-02-19, 18:44

Crasher replied to a thread Hi Just joined 03 Mk1 VRS in New Members - Introduce Yourself Here

Hello and welcome, I have one but an estate. Nottingham Police still run at least one 1U saloon in silver.

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10-02-19, 18:42

Crasher replied to a thread 2003 VRS wrong replacement gearbox?Or have I lost it? Please help in Skoda Octavia (Typ 1U) 1996 – 2004

Sounds like a diesel box, can you see the code number? My 1U estate has an EHA box with 182k on it, when it does fail or the clutch needs replacing I...

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10-02-19, 13:44

Clive VRS started a thread Hi Just joined 03 Mk1 VRS in New Members - Introduce Yourself Here

Hi All. I'm running a 2003 Mk1 Octavia VRS. It's ex police, tatty and has a few trim rattles, but I love it. It's my 5th Octavia and 8th Skoda....

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10-02-19, 13:00

Clive VRS started a thread 2003 VRS wrong replacement gearbox?Or have I lost it? Please help in Skoda Octavia (Typ 1U) 1996 – 2004

Hi, I need to know I'm not going nuts and would appreciate any input based on your own Mk1 VRS. I'm running a 2003 Octavia VRS 20v and I've just had...

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04-02-19, 10:24

The Hood replied to a thread Winter wheels wanted in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

Here is a picture of my Yeti with it's Audi winter wheels fitted. I also drop from 17 inch wheels to 16 inch for winter. fitting 215/60/16 makes the...

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04-02-19, 07:57

sbrbot started a thread Gasket for oil sump - engine AQW in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

According to this info: https://skoda.7zap.com/en/cz/fabia/fab/2003-225/1/103-103002/ it seems that Škoda Fabia mk1 engine type AQW does not...

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04-02-19, 06:52

AndyMc replied to a thread Winter wheels wanted in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

Thanks for the answer Hood. Not sure I can bring myself to put steel wheels on, but the local bargain finder appeals. I'll give it a go. Thanks Andy

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03-02-19, 23:00

The Hood replied to a thread Winter wheels wanted in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

You could always get a set of steel wheels and tyres combined from the likes of mytyres, oponeo, blackcircles etc. With steel wheels you don't have...

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03-02-19, 19:36

AndyMc started a thread Winter wheels wanted in Skoda Octavia [Typ 5E] 2013 - present

Hello all, new member, first post. I've just bought a 2018 Octavia Scout. So far, it's great. I would like to get a spare set of wheels with winter...

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02-02-19, 09:19

laz6034@hotmail.com started a thread Replacement for Columbus media system in Skoda Superb 2 (type 3T) 03/2008 > 05/2015

Hi, has anyone had any sucess with finding a replacement for the Columbus media unit?, I have a Superb 2l 4x4 Elengance which is great but having...

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31-01-19, 14:10

sbrbot replied to a thread Plastic cap - what is the code number in Skoda Fabia 1 (type 6Y) 08/1999 > 03/2008

This is not important part at all, of course. And this car is for my daughter, driving beginner. But if I can find parts that are missing I'd like to...

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