How To: MFSW Retrofit - 2012 Octavia VRS Manual

[137699]

Hi I am about to do this upgrade on my yeti. I already have MFSW but it doesn't have paddles so I'm upgrading it to a wheel that does have paddleshift.

Does this mean the module I already have will suffice or will I need to upgrade this also?

Thanks

[rc_vRS]

Hi I am about to do this upgrade on my yeti. I already have MFSW but it doesn't have paddles so I'm upgrading it to a wheel that does have paddleshift.

Does this mean the module I already have will suffice or will I need to upgrade this also?

Thanks

Possibly, but check compatibility first. I think there was an older thread on here on a Tiguan doing the paddle shifter upgrade, it might be the same as yetti.

You really need to find out what version module you have then check online whether it supports paddle shifters, I didn't look into it at all because I have a manual.

[rc_vRS]

Update:

For a while I had been having issues with the mfsw buttons not responding intermittently. I'm not sure if it was since install or later on.

Mostly it is the scroll wheel clicks not working (ie the select button), but sometimes the back button as well. Scrolling through the options via the thumb wheel always works though.

Yesterday I tracked it down to the headlights, whenever they are on AND I have the instrument cluster lights on the brightest setting the steering wheel buttons play up. If I turn the cluster brightness down or switch off the headlights everything works as normal.

It is very strange, it does not matter whether the headlights are in auto or manually on, the mfsw buttons stop working properly either way. I believe the switch goes through the steering control module, I'm not sure if it is a coding issue or just a faulty switch.

If anyone with a standard fit dsg/mfsw could do a test with headlights/cluster brightness turned up that might help she's some light on this issue.

[donweather]

Just a question. What is this part and what does it do? (Ie why do we also need to get this part if we want to upgrade to the MFSW?)

www.skodateile.cz

[brad]

It's the radial connector in the steering wheel that allows the wires to stay connected when you turn the wheel. I assume that if your car didn't have a MFSW then there are a limited number of connections (horn & flappy paddles???).

[donweather]

Ok, thanks Brad.

[Danton]

Good evening!

Recently I bought a Skoda Octavia Combi 1Z FL (2011) 1.2 TSI (manual) with cruise control but without a MFSW... Plus I have an Amundsen+ in combination with a Parrot MKi-9200.

Today I received a set of MFSW controls (3T0 959 537 B and 3T0 959 538 D) and I hope to receive a Fabia RS steering wheel (with shifters which need to be removed). The controls are without the phone function because my Amundsen+ does not have this option.

Is the 5K0-953-549-B compatible with my setup and new MFSW?

Steering Wheel Control Module Versions - Ross-Tech Wiki

5K0-953-549-B
3T0-971-584

Will add pictures soon.

Thanks!

*sorry... forgot to introduce myself...

[Smiley_Walsh]

Hi I am about to do this upgrade on my yeti. I already have MFSW but it doesn't have paddles so I'm upgrading it to a wheel that does have paddleshift.

Does this mean the module I already have will suffice or will I need to upgrade this also?

Thanks

Resurrecting an *old* thread here!

I’m considering upgrading my Yeti to a DSG paddle steering wheel. Did you go ahead with yours? Any issues at all? I’m of the understanding that a Mk2 Superb or possibly Octavia Mk2 steering wheel will work.

Any experience here would be great. Thanks.


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[tanman]

Bringing this thread back from the dead...

I just bought a MY11 Octavia VRS Manual and lack of MSFW is quite annoying compared to my old 2008 Jetta which has them.

So I am about to go down the path of gathering parts to convert to MFSW.

I was thinking of changing the stalks over as well to delete the buttons the MSFW will make obselete.

I am think the steering module, clock spring, stalks and wiring can obtained a MK5 golf/jetta at the wreckers.

I will check what version of steering module I have first using VCDS.

Was considering buying the wheel new from skodatiele.com, are these guys reliable?

[NOO63N]

I might have some of the parts you’re looking for, PM me