Skoda Laura vRS : Test Drive & Review

MonsterPatrol · 5th June 2017, 00:33

Thanks Agam, yes I checked it out. It's a Caska headunit. I bought the car with the unit installed already. I know the car comes with a bolero headunit, just wondering if this is better. Also I'm not able to either pair my device or get the reverse cam working. I read about caska on other Lauras here on the forum and they say it works fine. I wonder if the person who installed hasn't done a complete job. Plus the audio settings seem to be too basic on this. Not great audio quality considering the VRS has a 8 speaker Bose surround. Should I try and source out the OE Bolero unit and get it installed ?

PS: how do I get MapmyIndia maps on a SD card?

csr9 · 5th June 2017, 07:50

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Originally Posted by MonsterPatrol

Thanks Agam, yes I checked it out. It's a Caska headunit. I bought the car with the unit installed already. I know the car comes with a bolero headunit, just wondering if this is better...

If you want to switchover from caska to the stock unit, I highly recommend the RCD 330 plus. Screen resolution and touch response will be much better than Caska and the Bolero. It supports rear view camera. However, it doesn't come with navigation. The newer ones come with carplay as well. You just need to get the audio panel (Link).

MonsterPatrol · 5th June 2017, 08:17

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Originally Posted by csr9

It supports rear view camera.(Link)[/url].

So the Caska unit doesn't support the reverse cam?

csr9 · 5th June 2017, 08:24

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Originally Posted by MonsterPatrol

So the Caska unit doesn't support the reverse cam?

AFAIK, it should support the rear view cam. Please check up the connections and the camera.

MonsterPatrol · 6th June 2017, 21:35

Is it possible to get the DRLs working on high intensity during the day?

bharat4ever · 5th September 2018, 10:07

Hello guys,
You may remember my Jetta ownership thread - Artemis (Artemis, the goddess of the hunt: VW Jetta MK6 Comfortline TDI)

I have since then moved to Sydney, and have bought a pre owned Octy / Laura vRS 2011 for a paltry 6 lakhs. Brilliant vehicle, remapped to 250 bhp.
Anyone can point me to a brochure for this model?

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gubbi555 · 10th October 2018, 03:43

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Originally Posted by bharat4ever

Hello guys,
You may remember my Jetta ownership thread - Artemis (Artemis, the goddess of the hunt: VW Jetta MK6 Comfortline TDI)

I have since then moved to Sydney, and have bought a pre owned Octy / Laura vRS 2011 for a paltry 6 lakhs. Brilliant vehicle, remapped to 250 bhp.
Anyone can point me to a brochure for this model?

Hey, congrats on the acquisition! Definitely looks good. This might help! http://www.skoda-auto.co.in/aid/owners-manuals

manonsong · 26th November 2020, 13:12

I have a 2010 Skoda Laura Petrol TSI. I stopped using the authorised service centre due to very high costs. I now realise that they have not returned my service manual so I have no way of knowing what needs to be replaced and when.
Car has done 50,000 km. Someone told me to change the timing belt? is this necessary now?
Also the central locking is not working and windows do not open. Local mechanic tells me that the FRM is faulty and repairs will cost 8,000 rs.
Any advice welcome with gratitude.

condor · 26th November 2020, 13:43

Have you checked online for a soft copy of the Owner's Manual ? You should be able to find one for the Laura.

We have some on TBHP too. Do check.

5th June 2017, 00:33	#181
MonsterPatrol BHPian Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Mudumalai Posts: 199 Thanked: 198 Times	Re: Skoda Laura vRS : Test Drive & Review Thanks Agam, yes I checked it out. It's a Caska headunit. I bought the car with the unit installed already. I know the car comes with a bolero headunit, just wondering if this is better. Also I'm not able to either pair my device or get the reverse cam working. I read about caska on other Lauras here on the forum and they say it works fine. I wonder if the person who installed hasn't done a complete job. Plus the audio settings seem to be too basic on this. Not great audio quality considering the VRS has a 8 speaker Bose surround. Should I try and source out the OE Bolero unit and get it installed ? PS: how do I get MapmyIndia maps on a SD card?
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MonsterPatrol BHPian Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Mudumalai Posts: 199 Thanked: 198 Times	Re: Skoda Laura vRS : Test Drive & Review Is it possible to get the DRLs working on high intensity during the day?
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5th September 2018, 10:07	#186
bharat4ever BHPian Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Sydney Posts: 589 Thanked: 604 Times	Re: Skoda Laura vRS : Test Drive & Review Hello guys, You may remember my Jetta ownership thread - Artemis (Artemis, the goddess of the hunt: VW Jetta MK6 Comfortline TDI) I have since then moved to Sydney, and have bought a pre owned Octy / Laura vRS 2011 for a paltry 6 lakhs. Brilliant vehicle, remapped to 250 bhp. Anyone can point me to a brochure for this model?
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26th November 2020, 13:12	#188
manonsong Newbie Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Mumbai Posts: 22 Thanked: 18 Times	Skoda Laura Petrol TSI 1.8 I have a 2010 Skoda Laura Petrol TSI. I stopped using the authorised service centre due to very high costs. I now realise that they have not returned my service manual so I have no way of knowing what needs to be replaced and when. Car has done 50,000 km. Someone told me to change the timing belt? is this necessary now? Also the central locking is not working and windows do not open. Local mechanic tells me that the FRM is faulty and repairs will cost 8,000 rs. Any advice welcome with gratitude.
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26th November 2020, 13:43	#189
condor Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Speed-brkr City Posts: 15,864 Thanked: 16,013 Times View My Garage	Re: Skoda Laurs Petrol TSI 1.8 Have you checked online for a soft copy of the Owner's Manual ? You should be able to find one for the Laura. We have some on TBHP too. Do check.
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