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by Demport
Tue Jun 29, 2021 8:44 am
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Some surprising tyre news.
Replies: 6
Views: 8124

Re: Some surprising tyre news.

That's an interesting comment, Colin. First tyre change on my Edition a couple of months away. I am also favouring Michelin Cross Climates as had them on a previous vehicle but may reconsider. Incidentally, all 4 of the current tyres - Bridgestone Dueler Sport 225/45 R19 - are only going to achieve ...
by Demport
Sat Jun 05, 2021 10:25 am
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Apple CarPlay navigation (Columbus)
Replies: 3
Views: 3019

Re: Apple CarPlay navigation (Columbus)

Thanks, CJJE and Patr.

That's a shame but reassuring that I hadn't missed something.
by Demport
Thu Jun 03, 2021 6:17 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Apple CarPlay navigation (Columbus)
Replies: 3
Views: 3019

Apple CarPlay navigation (Columbus)

This works really well on the main navigation screen. I just cannot get Apple CarPlay to replicate its map on the digital instrument panel behind the steering wheel. As soon as a location is entered, the smaller screen appears black with 'Navigation on mobile device is active'. Has anyone cracked th...
by Demport
Wed Apr 14, 2021 4:17 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Nextbase dash cam won’t turn off
Replies: 4
Views: 7014

Re: Nextbase dash cam won’t turn off

Have you tried the reset button? You need to press to force a hard restart.
On a 622GW, on the underneath of the dashcam.
by Demport
Wed Apr 07, 2021 4:31 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical
Topic: Dash cam diy
Replies: 26
Views: 28961

Re: Dash cam diy

hello new member here, sorry to just jump in but this is all new to me,i have a Skoda karoq 1.6 SEL diesel 2019 model. i booked Halfords to come and fit a new front and rear dash cam and the chap said he could not fit them as it keep bringing faults up and blowing fuses' contacted my Skoda dealersh...
by Demport
Sat Apr 03, 2021 8:50 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother
Replies: 17
Views: 23274

Re: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother

Hi jjg70, The VW plug worked for me and at least one other in this thread. You can see from the ebay pages that both VW and Skoda plugs use the same product code 5GV051629. It did come with instruction notes - although I followed the straightforward, step-by-step instructions on the Connect LITE app...
by Demport
Fri Mar 26, 2021 1:47 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother
Replies: 17
Views: 23274

Re: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother

I also purchased a VW data plug on ebay for £4.75. Really easy to set up. In fact, the toughest part is finding where the data plug goes. It goes under the steering wheel on the right - not as the app shows on the left, possibly instructions intended for a LHD vehicle. And to answer my own question,...
by Demport
Wed Mar 24, 2021 8:09 am
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother
Replies: 17
Views: 23274

Re: Skoda Connect - don't think I'll bother

When I bought my Karoq the dealer took me through setting it up. Never used it. Recently I bought a cheap genuine data plug on Ebay to give the Connect Lite app a try. I like It. I like the "Trip" detail which includes the route taken on Google maps, the way it shows your mileage and judg...
by Demport
Wed Sep 30, 2020 12:35 pm
Forum: Main Skoda Karoq chat
Topic: 12 month report - Edition 1.5, DSG, 4x4
Replies: 3
Views: 4402

12 month report - Edition 1.5, DSG, 4x4

Time flies, my Karoq is now 12 months old. Very happy with performance, with just a few niggles. * 10,000 miles * 2 visits to dealer - Dashcam installation and first service * Current 40.4mpg, having improved from 34.0mpg when new * Tyre wear: 15% both fronts, 23% both rears Dislikes (1) Columbus Na...
by Demport
Mon Jul 27, 2020 4:21 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New member
Replies: 6
Views: 6211

Re: New member

Mpg seems to be disappointing- any suggestions how to get a 1.5 at its best? My 1.5 auto is now 10 months old with 8,000 miles. When new achieved around 34mpg but now averaging 40.2mpg on a mixture of motorway and slower roads. I use ECO mode whenever I remember - as it has to be reset each journey.