Octavia vrs 2.0T FSI Interior trim

petehiggins · 17-12-2006, 10:29

Having owned two Fabia VRS models, first a black 04 then a silver 55 VRS decided to move up to an Octavia VRS. Bought an ex demonstrator two weeks ago in race blue with the 18 inch Zeniths and the red brake calipers. Its only done 3 thousand miles but the drivers side seat bolster already looks a bit second hand and the glove box needs to be shut with a bang. Is this common with this model? Apart from the interior niggles love the way it goes as I thought I could be making a mistake moving away from the Fabia diesel. Taking a hit at the pumps though seems to be using a gallon of super unleaded every 28 miles, is this normal?

**VRStu** · 17-12-2006, 10:33

V-Power is what mine likes to drink. If I drive 'normally' on a run it can be up to 40mpg. Around town etc is normally 32 to 35.

The seat bolsters do look a bit 'crinkled' - I think that's just how they are.

The glove box might just need adjusting.

My tailgate rattles but that is a known problem and will be sorted when I get time to take it in.

**GAFF** · 17-12-2006, 10:45

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Originally Posted by VRStu

My tailgate rattles but that is a known problem and will be sorted when I get time to take it in.

Are you meaning the rear seat clips issue or is there something else to keep an eye on ?

Hedge · 17-12-2006, 10:49

Yes the seat bolsters do look a bit "second-hand" and I have my fair share of rattles.
Currently one from the glovebox, drivers side footwell, creaking seat and a knocking noise from the drivers door when I brake, accelerate or turn a corner.
I did have a rattle from the tailgate which the dealer fixed and was down to the rubber pull-down handle.

These will be dealt with at the first service.

Fuel wise I average around 28mpg but on a run I easily get 30-35mpg.

**VRStu** · 17-12-2006, 11:15

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Originally Posted by GAFF

Are you meaning the rear seat clips issue or is there something else to keep an eye on ?

Mine is the tailgate rattling as well as the latch misaligned but it's the subject of a TSB.

**GAFF** · 17-12-2006, 11:32

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Originally Posted by VRStu

TSB.

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Originally Posted by VRStu

Mine is the tailgate rattling as well as the latch misaligned but it's the subject of a TSB.

I kinda thought that some of the creaking that I have found was sometimes from the back (initially I thought it was the bootlid itself moving about), but wasn't sure if its the way the sound was travelling, but there's definitely something from the front aswell.

Regarding the tailgate, is it the plastic inside or the whole tail gate itself moving ? And how do they plan to resolve it ?

**VRStu** · 17-12-2006, 11:35

Technical Service Bulletin

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It has been brought to our attention that you may experience customer complaints that relate to the operation of the tailgate lock on Octavia A5 hatch vehicles.
If a customer presses the centre button of the key remote for longer than four seconds the tailgate should automatic release off both catch positions so that the customer can open the tailgate by just lifting it.
Unfortunately, some vehicles only release off the first catch, therefore, the customer will have to operate the tailgate release switch.

**GAFF** · 17-12-2006, 11:47

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Originally Posted by VRStu

Technical Service Bulletin

17-12-2006, 10:29	#1
petehiggins Briskodian Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: north west uk Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Octavia vrs 2.0T FSI Interior trim Having owned two Fabia VRS models, first a black 04 then a silver 55 VRS decided to move up to an Octavia VRS. Bought an ex demonstrator two weeks ago in race blue with the 18 inch Zeniths and the red brake calipers. Its only done 3 thousand miles but the drivers side seat bolster already looks a bit second hand and the glove box needs to be shut with a bang. Is this common with this model? Apart from the interior niggles love the way it goes as I thought I could be making a mistake moving away from the Fabia diesel. Taking a hit at the pumps though seems to be using a gallon of super unleaded every 28 miles, is this normal?

17-12-2006, 10:33	#2
VRStu Briskoda Staff Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Hampshire Posts: 20,448 Thanks: 116 Thanked 925 Times in 830 Posts	Re: Octavia vrs 2.0T FSI Interior trim V-Power is what mine likes to drink. If I drive 'normally' on a run it can be up to 40mpg. Around town etc is normally 32 to 35. The seat bolsters do look a bit 'crinkled' - I think that's just how they are. The glove box might just need adjusting. My tailgate rattles but that is a known problem and will be sorted when I get time to take it in. __________________ Stu - Freedom Pimp Stu's Websites - http://www.fabia-vrs.com & http://www.octavia-vrs.com Stu's Car - 2008 Audi S3 - Ibis White, Black Optics Pack, Privacy Glass, Auto Bi Xenon Headlights, Rain Sensing Wipers, Bose Sound System, Ipod Prep, GSM Phone Prep, Flat Bottom Multi Function Steering Wheel, Electric Folding Mirrors, Acoustic Parking, Cruise Control, Non Smokers Pack. SWMBO's Car - 2008 Seat LEON TDi Stylance, Black Magic, Sports Pack, Rear Parking Sensors. Something for Weekend - A Patio

17-12-2006, 10:49	#4
Hedge Alarmist Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: North East Hants Posts: 1,958 Thanks: 43 Thanked 65 Times in 63 Posts	Re: Octavia vrs 2.0T FSI Interior trim Yes the seat bolsters do look a bit "second-hand" and I have my fair share of rattles. Currently one from the glovebox, drivers side footwell, creaking seat and a knocking noise from the drivers door when I brake, accelerate or turn a corner. I did have a rattle from the tailgate which the dealer fixed and was down to the rubber pull-down handle. These will be dealt with at the first service. Fuel wise I average around 28mpg but on a run I easily get 30-35mpg. __________________ Pentax K10D, Tamron 18-250mm lens and a lot of luck. Last edited by Hedge; 17-12-2006 at 10:50.

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