Petrol smell on Fabia Mk II(1.2TSI)(2010)
Hi I've noticed an intermittent petrol smell after my Fabia has been running for a while.I also seem to be filling up more often but I haven't checked mpg yet. I've checked the fuel...
View ArticleSize of hole for spare wheel in the boot with false boot floor and 16-17 inch...
I need information from someone who has fabia mk3 combi with false boot floor, and at least 16 inch wheels or 17. What is the size of spare wheel hole? My friend is going to buy fabia combi with false...
View ArticleOil change how hard?
The oil change warning/nag underneath the mileage counter has just come on. It's currently at 90k miles, I have owned the car since 80k. Is an oil change on this car something worth paying for or is it...
View ArticleG28 Sensor wiring
Hello, I'm hoping someone can point me in the right direction. I need to test the wires that feed the G28 sensor coming from the EU at the bulkhead. I've disconnected the Sensor and currently get...
View ArticleVRS backbox on standard bumper
My backbox on my 1.2 is very noisy and rattles so ideally needs replacing. I currently have an ebay exhaust tip fitted with a cut out in the bumper on the standard backbox. I was wondering if i could...
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KESSY Ignition Button Breaking up
This looks like a first ... can't find another reference to similar on the forums ... just noticed this evening, that the KESSY Start button is beginning to self-destruct. (Pics below) It looks...
View ArticleHow to prevent losing bolt caps?
Hello guys, my Fabia's got alloy wheels (glossy black 16" Antia) and the other day I noticed I lost a couple of bolt caps (I don't have safety bolts)? How do I avoid losing more of them? Do you...
View ArticleMonte Carlo Steering Controls
Has anyone got or got pictures of a Monte Carlo steering wheel with multi function controls? The earlier steering wheel with the red stitching etc...
View ArticleBrake caliper rebuilds
Looking to rebuild my brake calipers on my fabia vrs ? Has anyone done it before and have any links to videos or general instructions? Or how hard it is to do ? Also links to the best place for guide...
View ArticleBrake caliper rebuilds
Looking to rebuild my brake calipers on my fabia vrs ? Has anyone done it before and have any links to videos or general instructions? Or how hard it is to do ? Also links to the best place for guide...
View ArticleEbay rearview camera?
Hello! I am thinking about trying to install a rearview camera on my fabia combi III. Do you know if it could be difficult? I mean to the problem of activate this mode on my swing radio. (wich...
View ArticleRear suspension
Hi folks Car failed MOT on a broken rear shocker spring. Im running AP coilovers and as im a bit skint, what cheap rear springs will fit just to get me through the MOT? Thanks in advance D
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fan constently blowing hot & cold - Fabia 1.9Diesel
Hi Guys, I've looked through the forum but didn't seem to find an issue similar to mine - sorry if i missed it. I've got a Fabia Mk II 1.9Diesel. For the past month the fan keeps on blowing on the...
View ArticleDouble din
Hi i have tryed to put a double din in my 2004 vrs the unit is gettin power but wont turn on so tryed it in a seat leon and it works fine took an aftermaket sterio out of the vts to fit double din can...
View ArticleWing mirror wiring
Hello, I have 2005r. Fabia and I need to replace driver side mirror with 3 pin plug. I can only find 5 pin plug on ebay, will it work ?? What are the other 2 cables in 5pin plug doing? My one is...
View ArticleLight Switch Removal
The light switch for some reason doesn't always light up. Is there an easy way of removing so I can see if there is something loose or are they a sealed unit?
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Snag Fixes --- Any Ideas Guys Please.
Hello guys just wondering if people could point me in the right direction for some replacement parts or how to rectify these little snags. No1....Really getting annoying staring at this everyday lol...
View ArticleRetrofitting a sat nav in place of my stereo?
Hello All, I have just purchased a 2013 mkII fabia estate. As lovely as it is, I feel it's missing the sat nav. I have looked into the retrofit of a sat nav unit and looks to be simple enough. However...
View ArticleSuperchips bluefin-vrs
Hi folks, I know there's a good few posts out there about remaps, but I'm wondering does anyone have any experience with the Superchips bluefin on thier mk2 vrs? My motor is 2011 CAVE, was an oil user...
View Articlelooking a spare key
Hi there whats the best way to get hold of a spare key?do i have to go to the dealers and pay a fortune or is there an easier solution any advice greatly appreciated
View Article£15 new VRS fog lights
Anyone who has looked for these before knows they are really expensive, These are £15 brand new delivered, just thought some of you would find this useful!...
View ArticleABS kicking in early
My ABS seems really sensitive at low speeds around town. I can hit a bump whilst braking moderately and the pedal starts pulsing. It happens with the rears more noticeably when cold as if they are...
View ArticleRemap circa Inverness suggestions
As per the title, considering a wee remap for my stock engined VRS.
View Article1,9 TDI MAF Problem/no engine fault lamp
Hi, i recently bought a fabia 1,9 TDI, the car starts normaly but has no power... I went to the mecanic and he tested the ecu whit his tester. He said the MAF Sensor shows low values and changed it.....
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Car mats
Hi everyone So I went to collect my new fabia tonight but due to unforeseen circumstances the car wasn't ready and it was a wasted journey. Very annoying when I busted a gut to get out of work earlier...
View ArticleEmission workshop, engine management light on, no power
12 months ago had same issue but with black smoke when I applied power, was a splitt in lower boost pipe (turbo exit) after pricing a new pipe i decided to try a repair first (worked a treat) so just...
View ArticleBrake squeal/squeak
Noticed last few days that when coming to a stop the brakes squeal terrible Car has done 2000 miles Any others the same... would the dealer's look at under warranty or not Car is mainly used in traffic...
View ArticleTurbo change underway but stuck
Hi all, If you've seen my last thread, I've had some turbo woes and need to get it changed. I'm in the process at the moment (by the car right now), but I can't seem to get the inlet manifold off. Any...
View ArticleFabia VRS MK2 loss of power under acceleration
Hi All, Help needed, I was pulling out of a junction earlier today and the car lost power under acceleration twice with no engine fault lights displayed, after this the car was going a little slow e.g...
View ArticleFabia VRS MK2 loss of power under acceleration
Hi All, Help needed, I was pulling out of a junction earlier today and the car lost power under acceleration twice with no engine fault lights displayed, after this the car was going a little slow e.g...
View ArticleSquealing noise
Hi, my skoda Fabia 1.6 tdi estate has started to make a weird noise when I pull away in low gear. It only happens when the engine is warm, usually after about 20 miles or so and initially sounds like...
View ArticleOil breather tube on Fabia Mk2 1.2 TSI(2010)
Does anyone have the part number for the plastic part that connects between the top of the right hand side of the engine and the breather tube?The rather small nipple has broken off.Or where I can get...
View ArticleConnect2
I have recently bought my fabia vrs and it had an aux cable sticking out the tray underneath the cd player and I tried and tried to get it to work but it wouldn't budge , so took cd player out and it...
View ArticleMight be of interest to someone
Fabia vrs se for sale,looks a bit rough but might be of interest to someone on here,not mine by the way! https://m.facebook.com/groups/298894896987314?view=permalink&id=579124692297665
View ArticleSkoda Fabia MK I Engine Swap from 1.4 8v to 1.4 16v
Hello, First of all, my family have a Skoda Fabia MK1 1.4 8v with AQW engine 68hp and 145.000 km till now from 2003. Few days ago the engine decided that he can't support me anymore and now he's...
View ArticleVery erratic tickover
Driving car sometimes hard, stopping for a quick pee, when starting car again the tickover is high and erratic...... I drive on, but getting to lights/junction, the st tickover can be as high as...
View ArticleWherl centre stickers
I believe someone here makes stickers for the wherl centres? Can someone point me in right direction please? Cheers
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Haynes manual
Got a brand new one off Ebay, item no 262583876305. Total cost £14.49. Later fuse box diagram and description missing, phoned Haynes and they sent the missing pages out on an email. Haynes fuses.pdf...
View ArticleBrakes fabia
Brakes work fine at speed.then the next time at slow speed it feel as if they are worn out,grinding? Then work fine again.then the next time grinding and almost no brakes at all.then fine again. HELP.
View ArticleHarsh noise in tight corners?
I've picked up a 6 months old Fabia this week from the dealer. Great car but when I took it on a ride in a more advanced driving area then the city I noticed some harsh noise. When I push it thru hard...
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2016 Fabia first service
Hi All My Fabia is due for its 1st service, basically oil & filter change, oh and a free wash if i am lucky !, Now my problem is with the selling dealer who i feel have shafted me a few times...
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Running fabia without heat shield on turbo
So I think I messed up abit today I was cleaning the heat shield on the front of the 1.4 twincharger ready for painting and to do it I took it off then my sister wanted a lift to her friends so I...
View Articlevrs just will not start
help help help!!!! in the last week ive changed.... cam sensor crank sensor glow plugs glow plug relay and master fuse my car still wont start... brake lights work fine and can spray easy start and it...
View ArticleI'm back in the Skoda family!
Hi all! Yay! I'm back with a Skoda after a 2 year break away. I had a 2013 Octavia which I sold for a new (at the time) 2015 Mercedes C class C250 AMG line premium plus. The Mercedes went late last...
View ArticleTuning & other questions.
Hello everyone new here. I recently bought a MK2 fabia 3 1.9 TDi PD on an 08 plate. Really pleased with it so far it's a great drive. I've ordered some new tyres as I got a puncture on one of the...
View ArticleSkoda Fabia Hatch 2012 parcel shelf holder/panel broken!
I closed the boot I heard a crunch. The plastic bit which holds the parcel shelf has snapped off on one side. it's actually attached to the rear boot panel so it's part of the panel not something which...
View Articlerear break shoe replacement
hi guys can anyone help i need to replce the rear break shoes in my fabia mk2 tdi and wanted to know if its possible to replace them without removing the the wheel hub if so whats the best way to do it
View ArticleBoot parcel shelf mount broken off
Hard to explain. I closed the boot and heard a crunch sound. The parcel shelf is held by the string to hold it up and by little plastic pegs which are moulded to the rear panel in the boot. One of...
View ArticleHow are your blowers?
Picked up my fabia mk2 estate last week. It drives superb but only query is about the blowers. My blowers pulse as in making a vroom vroom vroom noise. Definitely more noticeable when on high speed....
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