Skoda cars are deservedly popular due to the good performance characteristics, reasonable cost, a wide range of models. And also due to the availability of service, including availability of spare parts for cars of this car brand. Therefore, to choose accessories for replacement of worn parts is not difficult.
How to choose Skoda parts
Experienced car owners in the choice of spare parts for Skoda cars are guided by several principles. It is necessary:
1. Identify the cause of the malfunction. On your own or with the help of specialists-automotive mechanics to find the breakdown, determine the way of its elimination.
2. Carefully study the offers of the car market. To define reliable suppliers of spare parts owning an extensive assortment with regular updating of the catalog.
3. Compare original and analogue offers. Not always the assortment of the former can offer what you need. Then the problem can be eliminated with the help of the latter.
4. It is not necessary to choose parts by their cost. It is better to evaluate the quality of the product, durability.
And master car mechanics recommend:
- Only as a last resort, buy used parts. It is dubious economy: such parts are not always cheaper than the new ones, and in terms of service life they are definitely inferior.
- If the quality of the product is questionable, it is better to refuse to buy.
- Conclude the deal only if the seller establishes a warranty obligation, complies with the conditions of return.
How to choose a spare part by car make and model
Depending on the performance characteristics, cars differ in design. This is also typical for Skoda. And in order to choose parts for the used car model, you need to know your car, including year of manufacture, place of assembly, etc. Get the right information you can with the help of:
- service station technicians;
- manufacturer's official web-site;
- Car VIN, which can be deciphered with the help of specialized online services.
How do I know the number (code) of a spare part?
The VIN is applied to the plate attached to the body. It includes 17 alphabetic and numeric characters (except I, O, Q), is written without spaces, in one line.
What does the VIN code contain?
The marking indicates:
- year of manufacture;
- model
- series;;
- country;
- manufacturer;
- body type, engine type.
And also equipment and other technical information.
What is better: original or analog parts?
The former are characterized by a guaranteed quality, the latter are attractive in terms of cost. On this basis, the buyer should assess his own financial capabilities.
How can you tell the difference between the original and analog parts?
Original parts are produced by certain companies that have certificates and follow the technology. When producing analogs, you cannot use the brands of certified manufacturers, otherwise copying is allowed. The price reduction is due to savings on brand promotion, logistics and other costs. In particular, the difference is noticeable in the design of the packaging, as well as in the warranty.
What is an OEM number?
The Original Equipment Market (OEM) number, or cross-code, is unique to each type of part. It is assigned when an item is listed in the catalog and helps you find a fully identical replacement.
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