Skoda Talk - Superb Skoda Owners

Tiny balls

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 11:28:49 +0000

Hi All,
For a few days now I noticed an annoying rattle, as if something was loose in one of the rear doors, and was rolling back and forth each time the car accellerated or decelerrated. So I pried the bottom of the door "card" a few milimeters, (loosened a small torx screw) and five small plastic, yellow balls, 6mm diameter fell out. The door is silent now :-) but, I am starting to worry: where did they come from, and won't they be missed?
Anybody has an idea?

OEM Aero wiper blades

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 10:02:21 +0000

Just bought some that are perported to fit Superb II, £12.99. They're one of today's special buys,

Longlife Bulb List

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:21:48 +0000

Hi,

Looking for a list of bulbs to stock a spare set for taxi, anyone got one handy front and rear spec list.... with best online dealers?

fonaspin

Columbus with DAB

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 16:54:02 +0000

This is from another topic...

takktakk, on 07 February 2012 - 22:32, said:

Later in the year Colombus will also come with DAB.

Hi takktakk,

What do you know about the Columbus coming with DAB later this year then? Do you know something or are you just speculating.

In April 2011 Skoda Auto announced that MY12 Superbs would be available with the Amundsen sat nav system which could optionally include a DAB receiver. See here. The Amundsen arrived in the SE Plus model but I'm not aware that a DAB version ever made it to the UK, even though VW offer it in their equivalent unit. Did any other country get an Amundsen unit including DAB? I was slightly bemused at the time thinking why would they fit DAB to the SE Plus without being able to offer it to customers of their flagship model, the Elegance?

I've had DAB for the last 5 years, and I don't want to be without it, but I have an Elegance estate on order and so no DAB. My build date has just gone back from week 5 to week 14 so I'd be very interested if anyone knows anything about this. It wasn't good news having to wait an extra 9 weeks but if I end up with DAB it'll be the best news this year so far. I think I'll drop an email to Skoda UK customer services. Anyone out there know anything concrete?

cheers Simon

battery clamp

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 14:31:32 +0000

Hi folks ihave just bought a battery (Bosch S4008) for my 2002 Superb which Skoda tell me is the correct one for this car, thing is when i came to fit it ( (what a job)the battery clamp- was missing s i got a new one from the Dealer but i cant for the life of me see how it fits
.
I would be very grateful if anyone can help me on this matter and is there an easy way to remove the battery

Starting to get a little disappointed

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 11:57:33 +0000

Until last week my impressions of my Superb has been really good. There have been some slight issues like rattles from the interior, unbalanced wheels/front chassie etc. But last week when we went for a skiing trip the car was difficult to start. When it finally started it only was going on three cylinders. After getting a little warmer it ran as ususal again. This time it was -20 C. A few days later when it was time to head home it didn't start at all. I had to get a friend to jumpstart the car. This time it was -25 degrees C. The car is only a couple of months old so Im very surprised. I called Skoda after getting home again and they want to diagnose the car.

Then yesterday the left mirror started to fold out more than it should. I turns around 180 degrees and almost points forward. The only thing to prevent this is to stop it by force when its folding out. A friend of mine have had this happen as well but he hasnt been in for service yet.

I have also heard some "clonking" sounds from the front suspension when going over bumps in lower speeds. This has only occured 3-4 times but it doesn't feel any good.

Overall I´m very happy with the Superb but those problems are starting to throw a shadow over the positive things...

where is the xenon range finder in the suberb

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:08:15 +0000

Can anyone tell me where i find the xenon range finder box in my skoda suberb its 2007

i was told its somewhere in the boot ?

it looks like this

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Headlight removal

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:20:28 +0000

If I take out the complete headlight unit (think my HID bulbs have gone dim over time) will I have to get the beam set up again or will the headlight fit back in exactly the same position.

Octavia Diesel Scout or Superb 4X4 CR

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 12:03:36 +0000

I'm in a bit of a quandary, it's time to let my trusted Octy go and perhaps more grudgingly my Fab to fund a 4x4. I presumed I'd go for the Scout, the natural progression from my standard Octavia but checking nationally for used two to three year olds I keep finding Superb 4x4 CR's similar or cheaper than than even a PD Scout. Even on sites like Autobid a new standard Superb 140 4x4 is similar priced to the scout with just a couple of added options.

I've had the Octy over 5 years and would keep my next motor for at least that. I want 4x4 primarily for towing my van on small grassed caravan sites and rallies on farm fields so don't need a pucker 4x4 just the added traction especially on wet/sodden rough grass.

I know I should be looking at whole life costs but my head has been turned by the Superb and it's bells and whistles. There's a dealer sale Superb 170 Elegance 4x4, low miles 59 plate up for 16K, I can't find a Scout for that. I would be trading in the Octy and either trade or private sale the Fab. My wife would occasionally need to drive and would miss the ease of driving the Fab.

My question is, which would be the better choice from the towing generally perspective and on grass in particular. I've posted this on the Octy forum aswell.

GLOWPLUG FLASHING AND ENGINE WORKSHOP

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 11:53:48 +0000

Another Newbie to the site with a four year old Skoda Superb (pre 2008 model, but 2.0 PD with PDF).

Recently it has started to warn me of Engine Workshop! and having the flashing glowplug indicator: this occurs randomly and usually after some miles e.g. 20+. It regularly gets motorway runs of 80-100 miles (recent journeys have included Leicester to Yeovil)with the job I have and is rarely used for just "pottering" around towns. I was warned by the Dealer when I bought it that short journeys can cause the PDF to clog up with soot, but told my journeys (mainly motorways and major A-roads over long distances) would mean I shouldn't have problems here, plus I have never seen the DPF warning indicator come on other than part of the normal ignition check sequence when turning on. VAG-COM check via Independant garage suggests this is the case though and they suggest cleaning of DPF required, but worried that I haven't seen any other warning, or been forced into limp home mode via the ECU, so wondering if there are any known faults with sensors or electrics?

I would expect that DPF is checked via ECU for soot levels, and would warn via DPF indicator first and then Engine Workshop and Glowplugs warning would occur only if this had been ignored: I would also expect it to have been put into some osrt of Limp Home mode. The fact it has jumped from nothing to engine warning appears to suggest it either hasn't checked properly, has a faulty sensor perhaps, or something else is causing the problem (other electrical sensors on the same circuit perhaps)?

Can you force Blackberry to use HFP instead of rSAP?

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:53:27 +0000

As many others have found, Blackberry connection via rSAP is hit and miss. I have tried rebooting my phone and that worked once and connected for a few days but after the next reboot failed to connect again.
So, is it possible to force the phone to connect via HFP instead? I never had problems using my Blackberry via Bluetooth in my old SEAT Exeo.

Map Scale Zoom Control - lost settings

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 08:16:01 +0000

Hi

I used to be able to control the Map Scale from the stearing wheel but since the battery went flat(car left 6 weeks) I have been unable to do so, or work out how I managed to set this feature up in the first place! (old age causing memory loss?)

I cannot find any mention of this in the Columbus or Car Manuals.

Can anyone offer any advice as to how to restore this function?

Thanks in advance

Philip L Jackson

Looks of the interior - Superb L&K

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:18:31 +0000

Hi.

Today I ordered my Superb L&K, moving up from the Octavia vRS.

The dealer convinced me of the beautiful look of the all brown interior. It's alligned with the new paint called Magnetic Brown. Dealer said it "sounds odd but looks very well".

Reason for picking L&K was significant money saved compared to upping an Elegance to the same level. I ticked every tickable box...

What do you guys think of the interior with piano trim? Have the Czechs gone completely mad, or does it look it's exclusive part?

My order is open for a little while and can be changed. On the other side it's looks isn't matched by many.

Throw in your comments please.

Superb TD S estate

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 22:19:02 +0000

Hi all,

Feels strange being in the Superb section

Just a quicky, my parents might be buying a Superb estate and they NEED to have climate control.... Does the Superb come with this as standard on the S model? I will be curious as to why IF it doesn't.

Thanks

Uneven Tyre Wear

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:00:12 +0000

In our company we have 2x new shape Superbs, both are having problems with uneven wear on the tyres, some times all four, or sometimes back or front, both cars have been fourwheel aligned, and have had numerous different makes of tyres to try and resolve this issue, has anybody else had the same problem, and if so did they correct it and by what means

What mods?

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:37:56 +0000

So, after a not-so-good experience with a Mondeo ST (http://briskoda.net/forums/topic/225818-what-car-should-i-buy/page__p__2654944#entry2654944) and a recent look at Baker21's Superb I've had a rethink.

I'll be keeping the Superb but want to throw some money at it – suspension, remap, possible SMF conversion. Does anyone have any sound advice on the best bits and pieces?

I'm looking at the Bilstein B6 and Eibach spring option, but not sure about the SMF. Any advice appreciated

Thinking about buying a 109k Superb II

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 14:06:20 +0000

I know modern diesels are much better than years ago, but should I be wary of buying a 109k 58 plate 2.0d Superb II if it's been properly serviced and maintained? (for the right price of course)

anyone got experience of high mileage reliability with these?

many thanks.

CCM Part number

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 11:57:22 +0000

Help,

Has anybody an idea as to the part number for a 54 plate Superb Elegance 1.9tdi Auto's Comfort Control Module ?

Thanks folks.

Boring, staid, no fun at all

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 09:06:48 +0000

We had a bit of snowfall in Brussels on Friday afternoon - about 4cm or so. So after work, and after all the traffic jams had cleared (1500km of queues of traffic in little Belgium on Friday!), I took the car out to see how it performs in slippery conditions.

Supberb Combi, 140hp, 4x4 DSG. Plus winter tyres.

Boring. It would only go in straight lines, and I wasn't able to make it misbehave at all. I finally thought to turn off ESP, and that made the wheels spin a bit more, but still, the car would not slide and slip.

I'm delighted. Safe and dependable, and the cars went where it was pointed. Magnificent Even after 8 months of ownership, it still impresses me.

Servicing How-To

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 21:36:18 +0000

Is there one on here nocking round for servicing the 1.9 TDi lump (the 130bhp version if it makes a difference)? After being less than happy with the last idiots who serviced it, i've decided I'd rather do it myself. Pollen filter, air filter, and the fuel filter seem pretty straight forward. Is that the oil filter in front of the fuel filter (in like a plastic canister). I'm using an oil pump/extractror rather than the usual, drop the sump plug off and put a bucket underneath, purely because I don't have access to a ramp an I don't fancy crawling about on my back in this weather! Plus easier to take down the tip to dispose of it. Any advice gratefully recived

Does anyone know WJ 56 OJT ?

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:45:42 +0000

Per title, just wondered if anyone on here had previously owned the Mk1 Superb registration WJ 56 OJT or new anything about it??

Current registered in Somerset, where the cider apples grow!!!

cheers.

Adaptive Cruise Control available soon?

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:30:42 +0000

Has anyone heard if this will be possible to retrofit anytime soon? It was almost a deal breaker for me that Skoda could not be delivered with this, but dealer told me it might be available on the facelift coming.. don't know when.

Soo - what do you guys think? Will it be released with the facelift? And if yes; will it be possible to retrofit at a fair price?

No problem in snow on standard coatis

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:22:48 +0000

As per title, in 4x4 estate I had no probs today on standard conti 2's in 5" snow. Frankly any deeper and I'd start to worry about ground clearance.

So personally, I wouldn't bother with winter tyres on a 4x4 superb. I also have a set of snow shocks in the boot in case I really need them.

Cheers

Steve

Heater problems

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 11:59:15 +0000

My 58 plate Superb 170 elegance, has developed a problem with the heating, I have raised this before but no one had anything to offer so trying again.
When you set of it warms up normally if you were to drive on a straight road once warm then fine but the moment you turn a corner the heating goes and a cold draught blows around the lower part of the car.
Now this is winter it is becoming a problem.
Can any one help as the car is not drivable in this weather, the heat does not return to the heating, but does warm up slightly after going round an opposite way bend.
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Panorama sunroof and headroom

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 06:44:34 +0000

Hi.

I just over 190cm (6'3") in height and want to order a new superb combi(estate) with the panoramic sunroof. I've read in a road test that headroom can be a problem for tall people with the sunroof option.

Can anyone tall with the panorama sunroof comment if this is a real problem or not, front with electric seats and rear seats?

My local dealer does not have any cars for me to try out my self, as the sunroof is not a option people in Norway usually get.

Elegance Headlamp Washer Cover

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:59:28 +0000

Does anyone know how the headlamp washer chrome covers are installed. I have one which is loose, which appears to have become unclipped/detached from something. How can you make the washer arm detract manually?

What's this part?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:04:59 +0000

Hi

Does anyone know what this rubber / grommet / steel washer is used for? It's one of the items in the bag of bits I inherited with the Mk1 Superb I picked up recently

Regards
Mark

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Does the clutch pedal pulsate in the Superb TDi 140CR?

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 11:06:55 +0000

Hi everyone,
I'm an Octavia owner but thinking of changing to a Superb. One of my dislikes about the Octavia is that the clutch pedal pulsates, most noticeably when you change from 4th to 3rd and are releasing the clutch. Dealer says its normal and is due to the Dual Mass Flywheel and I've driven several other VAG 2.0TDi cars including an Audi A6 which also did it. Whilst it may be a normal "feature" of this engine and 6 speed gearbox combination it really spoils the driving experience for me.

By the way I've owned several other DMF equipped diesels including Volvo with D5 engine, 2007 Passat with PD engine, Peugeot 2.0 HDi and none of them did it.

Does the Superb with the CR140 engine also do it?

recall

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:33:16 +0000

does anyone know if this applies too the skoda cr engine?

http://www.autoblog.com/2011/10/06/vw-and-audi-recall-nearly-170-000-tdi-diesel-models/

check brake lights warning

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:20:04 +0000

Our mk1 '05 Superb is telling me "check brake lights", but on inspection (even immediately when it happens) all three lights are on and appear fine. I've replaced both light bulbs (not the strip) and the garage can't find anything obvious. I've noticed that it tends to do it when it's been raining or generally damp, but I don't suffer from water ingress at the front (that's been checked already).

Any ideas on where to look next?

Superb starting problem

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:04:12 +0000

Starting Problem Skoda Elegance 2.5 V6 diesel reg. 2005

If my car is left for 2 to 3 hours after a run it is then difficult to start again.

The run may be a longish run (e.g. 20 miles), after which the engine is at proper working temperature; or it may be a very short run (e.g. 1 mile), after which the engine is still cold.

It can take 3 or 4 attempts on the starter before the engine starts. When engine does start it is initially accompanied by a short burst of smoke from the exhaust (i.e. a build up unburned diesel, due to repeated attempts to start). Sometimes it helps to start by depressing accelerator slightly.

The problem has been getting much worse recently.

Note: There is no problem starting from cold (e.g. first thing in the morning).
Also, no problem starting after a short stop.

The problem was first reported to a Skoda dealer when it was last in for service (Nov. 2010). They did a diagnostic check which didn’t show up anything. However, they did do an update recommended by Skoda – to do with engines failing to start when warm (I think).

Also, a new fuel filter was fitted at that service.

The problem still persisted.

I have now just had the car in again at another Skoda dealer. They also ran a diagnostics check, but again no fault codes were reported. However, they also did a battery check, which reported that the battery was ‘good’ (showing 12.15 volt), but with ‘recharge’ also shown on the report.

I am a little skeptical about whether the battery is the problem. Considering the fact that I first reported this problem some 15 months ago, then if it was a battery problem I would have thought the battery would be well shot by now. Also, the battery seems to be turning the engine over OK.

Possibilities:

I have mentioned other possibilities to the Skoda dealer – i.e.

(i) Do the glow plugs need replacing? The car has done 60,000 miles, and is nearly 7 years old. The dealer is adamant that it is not the glow plugs, saying if anything was amiss it would show up on the diagnostics check.

(ii) Is the glow plug pre-glow system thinking the engine is warm, when in fact it isn’t?

Any ideas will be much appreciated.

Panoramic Roof Sunblind

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 11:44:54 +0000

I like driving with the blind open as I like a light and airy cabin.

However, the blind occassionaly closes itself on locking the car.

I have looked through the maxidot, looked through the manual and the only real mention about auto closing is when you
hold the lock on the key. As I have kessy, all I press is the sensor on the door.

Anyone any ideas as to how I stop the auto closing of the blind ?

Thanks

Better reversing lights - at last

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:13:40 +0000

Hi

I finally managed to brighten up the reversing lights on my Superb. The trick is to put stronger bulbs and in addition to put a load sharing relay to rear 12V socket. A relay is neccessary because even with stock bulbs the voltage at the reversing lights is a pitiful 10V, with uprated bulbs it drops to a silly 8.5V. Net effect of adding the relay is 11.6V at the bulb for 2x 35W 860lm lights, and about 3x (three) times more light than stock install (stock bulb is 460lm at 12V, but only 200lm at 10V).

If you just do the relay and stay with stock bulbs, you get 2x more light.

Here is what you need:

2x Ancor GY6.35 to BA15S low profile bulb adapter, got it from Internet somewhere. Must be low profile, high profile adapters as sold for most LEDs will make the bulbs stick out too far.

2x Osram Halostar IRC bulbs GY6.35 12V, 4000hrs, either 25W/560lm if you tend to use reversing lights for a long time or 35W/860lm if not, I got mine from Screwfix. These are halogen HIR bulbs, quite efficient and very long living so you are likely to only need them once. You need to cut bulb's legs a little to fully fit in the adapter.

1x fused relay, I had an old one from Halfords, put 15A fuse in it

2x 90SQ045 or similar high current Schottky diode, these are 9A/45V, anything over 6A/25V is OK, from Maplin/RS/Farnell/Rapid/Conrad, take your pick

First step is to put the diodes in line with reverse lights, at rear cluster plugs, diode stripe on the bulb side. I use crimp connectors. At this point it makes sense to also crimp in 1 cable each side from the bulb end to the relay, and 1 cable from the other diode end (on one side only) to drive the relay. This completes a bypass circuit which will come in handy should relay fail or if cigarette lighter fuse blows. You can run load cable to the other light above trunk opening, under the parcel shelf.

The relay gets connected in the following way:
85: reversing lights in (ie not bulbs, the other diode end),
86: ground,
30: boot cigarette lighter socket +,
87: both reversing light bulbs (after diodes).

The relay can be mounted on bottom outer light cluster mounting screw, you need 1 additional nut and a spring washer or locktite/superglue.

Whilst I was at it, I also connected grounds on each light cluster to chassis (inside metal panels behind the sound proofing). This buys another 0.2V at each light, and for all lights, stop/fog etc. I also grounded cigarette lighter socket there. Dremel small holes, clean surround to shiny metal, screw in small cable eylets (I used small M3 eylets with old computer case screws and twin beryllium copper washers on each side. Coat finished and connected ground points with some vaseline or other grease of your choice to prevent corossion.

Finally, put the bulbs in, wrap/protect all cables and you're good to go

Thinking of buying an se

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 01:56:40 +0000

But I see they come with 17 inch wheels, would 16 inch wheels fit,as they are fitted to the S, as it would be a taxi 16inch would save some shekels on tyres

Illuminated door handles

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:41:32 +0000

Hi there I have just ordered my 1.6 superb S yesterday and was wondering if the illuminated interior door handles are fitted as standard to the S ?

Haynes manual

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:03:28 +0000

Looking to get a Superb MK2 in the not to distant and was wondering which Haynes manual best covers this car?

Thanks for your help.

Xenon headlight bulbs needing replacing?

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:01:07 +0000

My car is now 7 yrs old and covered 150k miles. I do quite a bit of night time driving and have recently noticed that dipped beam seams rather dim. I'm thinking that maybe the xenon bulbs are getting a bit old?

1. Is the D2S the correct type of xenon bulb fitted to a Superb MK1?
2. How easy are they to replace?
3. Will the beam alignment need setting up afterwards?

Thanks for your time.

Bargaining

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:47:13 +0000

I am thinking of buying a new Superb Estate and I have looked at the prices from Broadspeed and Drive The Deal. Some years ago I bought a Volvo through Broadspeed and it was a good experience.

The lengthy delivery times are a disincentive but while there are some cars about for early delivery at local dealers, they are not in the specifications I want.

I have found that in a couple of cases salesmen have become incensed at the mere mention of Broadspeed and terminated the discussion.

If I find a dealer with a car I want, what would be a reasonable compromise on price and should I come clean on my knowledge in discount prices at the onset? What have others achieved?

Audi A6 2.5 TDI Qattro 180hp tiptronic 6 speed engine

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:33:58 +0000

As topic says, do you have any knowledge or advise on this engine? Does it suffer the same faults as the 163hp version or is it a further development of the 155hp version?

I know the economy/service costs etc. will be very bad, but please let me know, if you have any thoughts. :-)

Aux In Cable on MFD1 Navi Help 2006 Superb TV 2012

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 04:31:26 +0000

I am trying to install a TV Tuner in my 2006 superb. Does anyone know where to get a Dietz 1212 cable from at a reasonable price or something similar that will do the job so i can input audio & video to my MFD1 Screen. Searched everywhere!! Links if possible
Thanks

oil in intercooler pipes

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 00:55:07 +0000

Had posted intercooler pipe busted tread a little while back done a repair job on it but when I inspected it this evening to see how it was holding up I have noticed that there is a lot of oil coming down the pipe so it would seem that the oil seals are getting worn in the turbo. Would it be best to remove the turbo and get it reconditioned now before it lets go or just ignore it and hope for the best then if need be just replace it if it does fail. As the car has 200k on the clock I don't want to spend a fortune on it

Tiptronic owners please read

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 22:21:19 +0000

Guys - I first noticed this last winter and now this winter same story. As soon as the temperature drops below zero, during the first mile, the car refuses to engage 5th gear for the first mile.
Have you noticed the same? My work place is literally on a dual carriageway, so within a minute I will be doing 60mph. Is perhaps the transmission trying to warm itself up? Even in tiptronic mode it refuses to listen. But once it's done a mile it's fine. Weird!

Raised suspension performance?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:22:53 +0000

Does anyone know how much the "Bad road"/"rough road" raised suspension affects the handling of the car, suspension softness/hardness and so on...?

The suspension is raised from 141mm to 159mm ground clearance.

My local dealer does not have any cars for me to test drive..

2.0 tdi 140 bhp worth the £4000 extra?

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 18:16:33 +0000

Hi.

As I live in Norway, and the taxes for cars are really high, there is a £4000 premium on the 2.0 tdi 140bhp over the 1.6 tdi 105bhp...

Is it worth the extra money, and what would you choose?

-Kaj

Initial observations between 2009 170CR Twindoor and 2012 V6 Combi

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:57:23 +0000

After only 150 miles ............... Both Elegance trim

Columbus

2009 rSAP only base connectivity option for telephone integration
Display of route junctions in split screen mode
2012 Crisper Display - more vivid
Road speed limits displayed
iPhone 4s connected in a heartbeat
Display of next action in split screen mode (preferred)
Voice tagging of destinatons

Enhanced Sound System

2009 Brilliant
2012 Even better - sound seems to be enhanced as rear screen further back

Hill Hold Control

2009 DSG box - always caught between handbrake and not etc.,
2012 DSG box - Simply brilliant - a must have for DSG drivers
For me currently the most value for money extra

Head Lamp Wash

2009 Colour matched
2012 Simulated Chrome

Kessy

2009 Not an option
2012 Hmmmmm. Love it yet has limitations
Make sure you read the manual as I (nor dealer) was aware of how to switch on/off
ignition without starting vehicle. Dealer demo'ed car with engine running.
Only opens drivers or passenger door - not good if you have passengers
When alone - very good.

Warm-up time

2009 Forever - normally 10-12 miles of driving
2012 4-5 Miles max - quite quick by comparison

Sunroof

2009 Normal - Good
2012 Panoramic - Absolutely fantastic

Torque Chracteristics (Torque figures roughly equal but 2009 at 1500rpm, 2102 at 2500rpm)

2009 Gets into 6th gear quick quickly and able to hold well due to
low rpm torque chacteristics
2012 Around town generally gets into 4th quickly but difficult to get into higher gears
due to high gearing. Drops down more frequently to accelerate

Thoroughly enjoying new car - but needs to go back to dealer to resolve screetching sound when turning right.

ebay MDI kit and coding

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:38:53 +0000

Hi all,

Will shortly be receiving my new Superb SE from the factory (its on the boat at the moment), but it hasn’t got the MDI fitted.

Have found on ebay this kit:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/250976362317?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
which is supposedly oem and comes with all the wiring harnesses (minus actual iPod lead) for plug and play, but according to the seller, it will still need to be coded in order to get the steering wheel remote and dash display to work. The car has a bolero head unit by the way.

My questions to you are:
Are there other kits available that don’t need coding and can literally be plugged in and will work 100% correctly?

What exactly would happen if it wasnt coded? would it play, but just not show up on the dash display and not be able to be controlled by the steering wheel?

Anyone know where I can get coding done reliably and professionally in or near to Suffolk?

Thanks

Alternator light coming on >2300rom

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 07:38:30 +0000

Hi All

Yesterday, I had a new problem, squeal, >2300rpm, the battery light (alternator) comes on.

I have read online that this could possibly be the alternator clutch pulley on its way out ?.
faster and the light comes on - as above. Alternator service light comes on as message on dash....

I can drive upto 70MPH, any clues please ?

Also, what is the process in removing the pulley from Alternator, don't fancy spending money on a new Alternator.

Superb 2009 TDI Surge

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 02:04:14 +0000

Hi,

I am from New Zealand and have a Skoda Superb 2009 103kw TDI. I am having a slight problem with the engine surging sometimes when going up a hill, it happens when the engine is warm and normally on a long incline. The dealer cant find any fault codes. I am sure I read somewhere that this is a known problem and can be fixed with a remap, eg Shark, Any info would be great.

Thanks

870 miles on the clock and stranded!

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:44:16 +0000

Hi everyone,

Well, here's one to make my "dashboard reflection" problem look a bit tame.

Working late tonight, gets in, only to have TCS and Tyre Pressure warning lights on and they won't go away, no matter what combination of "ignition on / ignition off", press TCS or Tyre Pressure reset I tried.

Oh, and no power steering at all ie undriveable.

Fortunately, I had the Skoda Assist info in the glovebox and give them credit, they had an RAC van / man there in what, 45 mins?

He then also spotted that the Power Steering warning light was on.

He tried the basic resets (including disconnect battery), but no joy and we agreed there was no point in trying again / moving until the morning.

While I was back onto Skoda Assist, he ran some diagnostics and came up with "Steering Angle Sensor "(or something similar).)

Again, credit to Skoda Assist, they sorted me a taxi back.

From a quick search on the whole site, this seems to come up a lot on Fabia, occasionally on Octavia, but certainly nothing under Superb II.

At 870 miles on the clock, this is an honour that I can seriously do without !!

Further inspection / collection booked for mid-morning tomorrow (Weds) - I'll keep you posted.

(Incidentally, I had the problem very briefly last week, but aforesaid on / off / reset etc seemed to clear - I put it down to Tyre Pressure warning because of not checking pressures since delivery, WRONG, I think.)

But here's the big question.

While I can accept it as the proverbial "one of those things", (though the dealer will be getting an earful in the morning), any suggestions on my wife's immediate reaction of "no confidence, get rid".

What size of rims on winter tyres?

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 10:50:29 +0000

Hello.

I was wondering what size your rims are in the winter?

I am about to buy a new set now, but cant decide between 16¨ and 17¨... I guess the 16¨ will be the most comfortable, but for sure the 17¨ will look better..

What do you think?