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Hi, I have been researching the S3 PCV system (BAM engine) as I am trying to fix a whooshing sound when the turbo spools. So far I have repaired 2 split hoses under the inlet manifold, but it still makes the sound. I'm in the process of checking all hoses, TIP etc. and found the PCV valve near...

Hello - the boot handle/plinth that sits above the rear number plate and houses the boot lock and plate lights: is it made of steel or aluminium? I'm assuming aluminium as I have a bit of white bubbling corrosion. Does anyone have the right name and part number please? Or is it a simple treat...

I had to take my headlights off the car, split the lens and clean inside due to some residue on the lens. This all went really well and the lights were rebuilt and put back on the car with no issues. The only thing I have now is the near side light is too low. Having read up on adjustments it...

Hello. Did the thermostat on my S3 BAM and noticed this: Its a pipe (or pipe with others pipes attached) that runs underneath the inlet manifold and its caked in greasy oily mess. It looks like my injectors need to be cleaned and have new seals but it doesn't look like its coming from the...

Evening all, S3 225 BAM 85k miles. I recently had to be recovered by the AA as the car stalled and would not restart. The AA chap did a scan and it picked up brake light switch (has been on list to do for ages) and an immobiliser fault. I recognised the immobiliser issue may be down to the key...

Hi, My 02 S3 rear back box is rattling a little so will be looking to replace soon. I want to stay standard in looks and sound (yeah boring I know) so does anyone know where I could purchase a quality rear exhaust back box please? I haven't tried main dealer just yet as its going to be a bit...

I recently noticed that I sometimes get a flatspot at around 5200 - 5500 RPM. I can't reproduce it everytime I go through this rev range, but it does catch me a out sometimes. Is there any advice on what this could be or could be leading to? I am due a service soon and will bring this up then...

Had my Nogaro Blue S3 (unmodified except for an AndyMac sub mod) for just over 5 years and it has just gone past 70k of which 50k has been driven by myself :) I still really like the car. Its my daily driver - to be honest most of the time it just gets me to work and back. The wife has an E46...

Hi all, 2002 S3 BAM. I had a recent issue where the ABS and ESP lights would stay on. Used my ebay version of VAGCOM and it came up with the right rear ABS sensor. My mate has a garage and he also read the same error on his Snapon setup, replaced the sensor and cleared the fault. The lights...

I need to replace the steering rack on my 2002 S3. OEM part is £578 + VAT + fitting. Recon part is around £200 inc VAT plus the surcharge plus fitting (ACS). Mates rates are £200 cash to fit either, more from a specialist. It looks like I will need to keep the car for 2 to 3 more years...

I am not sure what it is called, but the black plastic trim that attaches to the top of the rear bumper (S3) and is covered by the boot lid when its closed - there is an 8mm x 1mm strip of double sided adhesive/rubber which holds the trim to the bumper. Does anyone know if this comes with the...

I have a 2002 S3 with Xenons and decided to replace the sidelight bulbs as they looked very poor (yellow) next to the Xenons. Looking online I purchased some Ultimate II LED's from Ultra LED's (The Ultimate II 501/T10/194 1 x 1 Watt Ultra Xenon White by Ultra Leds U.K) which when installed...

Audi S3 8L. When manoeuvring into a parking space last week I could hear a 'click' if I gently steered left or right. I had the door open as it was a corner space so it was quite audible. Upon testing further I can replicate the noise by turning the steering wheel from clockwise to counter...

My S3 beesting aerial is in tatters on the front facing part of the rubber. It looks untidy. Do I need to buy an OEM part or will an eBay replacement be OK? I do not want to compromise signal strength if possible as it is not great, but at the end of the day an aerial is an aerial. Isn't it...

My S3 6 speed is a little knotchy moving into second gear. As I was having some work done I asked them to change the gearbox oil in the hope it would improve the gear change. Not much happened to the gear change but the mechanic suggested using molyslip. Is this a good practice? Does it...

My S3 has Xenons but the side lights look like candles when both are on. Can anyone make any recommendations for some decent looking repalcements that are a little brighter please?

Over the last week, when I first start my S3 from cold there is a rattle from the rear exhaust box. I am no expert on these but could it be a baffle that has come lose? Does anyone know the average price of an Audi replacement or should I be looking at an after market 'performance' part? If...

My 2002 S3 shipped new without heated mirrors (yeah I know...). The cables are there for heated mirrors, new glass has been installed with heated elements, and they are connected. But they do not work having tried front demister, rear demister, centre position of mirror adjuster etc. there is...

I need to chaneg the front disks and pads on my 02 S3 (the pad low sign is on and the disks were picked up on the MOT because of a lip). Any recommendations please? Audi wanted £358 parts and labour.

Does anyone have one please? Leading on from this thread http://www.audi-sport.net/vb/showthread.php?t=62377 I need to check the wiring for my mirrors. thanks