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  1. Lozzy15

    Braces and struts Fitting strut brace to MK3 Leon - without removing scuttle tray

    Hi Guys & Gals, Today I fitted a strut brace to my Leon. It was real easy to do and took around 15 - 20 minutes. You don't need major mechanical skills to do this, just some tools. The tools I used were: 13mm sockets, 3/8 ratchet, 1/4 inch ratchet, a 1/4 inch driver and a 13mm spanner. Torque...
  2. Lozzy15

    Coding and programming Retrofit Window Washer Fluid Level Sensor - MK3 Leon

    Hi guys & gals, Another guide for you today for a convenience feature more than anything. This used to come standard, but then Seat changed it to only come with the 'Winter' pack. However, it can be retrofitted! So I will show you how to do this yourself. For this job you are going to need some...
  3. Lozzy15

    Dashcams Dashcam wiring guide for MK3 Leon

    Hi guys and gals, I recently fitted a BlackVue dashcam to my pride and joy, figured I'd show you how I did it in case someone needs any help. Depending on what kind of kit you've brought, you can skip some of this guide. I purchased a BlackVue DR900 series which comes with both a front and rear...
  4. g_berserk

    Lowering Springs Installation Advice

    Hi everyone, I have a set of new lowering springs for my cupra 265 in the mail, and was wondering if should tackle the install with the help of a friend. We have tools, some experience with other cars, but no access to a lift, just jack and stands, and have never worked on any MQB based car...
  5. Flameboydan

    HID install, is this correct?

    I've finally got round to getting a set of HIDs which I'm fitting at the weekend. I thought I'd check I've got it right in my head before I give it a go, is this right: ? It looks pretty straight forward which is why I think I'm missing something. I had a look through the FAQ but some of...
  6. HID Install Complete 50mins

    i have just finished installing my HID Kit 6000k with Slim ballasts i would just like to say to anyone thinking of completing this mod that it is very easy. with the leon setup, its litterally 2 wires to connect only. the difference in light is huge, i cant wait till tonight to check em...
  7. HID Install help which is + & -

    hi guys after some help from all of you, i have managed to source a HID kit i was going to wait till next week before i install it but, well you know how it is, i need to get it done like now!!!!!! ive worked it all out and just need help with identifying the positive and negative, both...
  8. nvidia

    install white dials?

    anyone know how to fit them? i like them since i have pre facelift one ><
  9. james walker

    leon cupra custom fmic install thread, NOW WITH LOGS POST INSTALL

    could anyone please post a guide/parts needed and links for a custom/ebay fmic install on a leon cupra please id like to see a individual thread on this, either twin pass or single pass and costs and how to fit etc big ask i know but theres tons on lcr single pass love to see how youve...
  10. mk3 ibiza stero install help

    Hi there, i have just bought a 2001 ibiza sport 1.6 with the built in radio heater control unit, after some thought i have decided im going to create a complete instal from stratch as it there wasnt a stereo there to begin with, Obviously mounting the headunit somewhere different, what my real...
  11. Head Unit Install

    Hi, Was wondering if anyone can help me, in the not too distant future I will be upgrading my standard headunit in my 05 plate Ibiza Cupra tdi. I will be installing a single DIN JVC head unit, was wondering what leads, fascia adapters etc. I would need, part numbers if people have them would...
  12. coggie

    Reversing light install

    With abit of time on my hands I finally got round to installing the LED lights I bought in the summer, to act as additional reversing lamps. I reverse down an unlit access road 4-5 times a week and as it's narrow I wouldn't mind seeing abit more. After some looking and thinking I decided to...
  13. Amp and shelf speaker install

    OK. Decided to upgrade the sound system in my Leon Cupra R. Misses has a CTR and the sound from that just pees all over my Leon so decided to replicate. She has a Alpine amp and just some rear parcel shelves. All that her amp is powering is the rear parcel shelf speakers. However her head...
  14. DaveysFR

    BSH Catch Can Install on Cupra and Idling Issue Solved

    Hi guys, I bought the BSH Catch Can kit as part of the group by on mk5golfgti.com. I received the kit on Saturday and got a chance to fit it last night. It was straight forward enough to fit, just like any other Golf GTI/Octavia VRS guide, but in order to fit the bracket to support the can...
  15. Poor radio reception after Pioneer install

    Had an Pioneer F900BT installed but i've got a couple of problems with the radio: 1 - AM radio has no reception at all. If i manually tune to the freqency for 5 live there's something very faint through the fuzz. 2 - FM radio isn't too strong either. It often loses Radio 1 completely...
  16. seat_rich

    ICE Install in a MkIV Ibiza - Costings

    Hi peeps! Although I haven't actually got an Ibiza yet, I've always been one for forward planning and I'm looking to upgrade the standard ICE kit once I've got it. At the minute I've got two plans: Plan 1: Head unit (DAB, iPod connection & MP3 CD) Front components (6.5") Rear full range...
  17. Cables needed for an install of a Pioneer AVIC-F900BT

    Managed to pick one of these up second hand. Am I right in thinking I need the following: Nav Unit Fascia Surround Ipod Cable CANBUS adapter for Seat CANBUS adapter for Pioneer Anything else I need before getting my friendly fitter to come around?
  18. Mk 4 Car PC Install

    Firstly some pics of the car... The PC is as follows: AMD 64 Gigabyte GA-K8N51GMF motherboard 512Mb Corsair PC3200 memory 320GB 2.5" SATA HDD Nvidia 6100 on board video BU-353 GPS M2-ATX power In the dash is a Linitx 7" touch monitor fabbed into the double DIN...
  19. double din head unit install...

    Hi guys, I have installed my pioneer F900bt, but anyone know how to turn on the unit when the ignition is switched on? at the moment, i have made a external power switch to turn the unit on/off...but i want this to turn on automatically when i start my ignition/engine and remember my last...
  20. Chester

    Leon interior front LED install

    Be warned, these LEDs are bright, very high colour temperature, and gives a totally new look to the interior at night. If bright and white is not your thing, stay away from the white LEDs! Otherwise, have a look at this photoset. Cheers :)
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