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  1. satanmademedoit

    CO Level High @ Idle?!?

    Hi all, Its been a while since i needed some info but alas the time has come again. After getting my 01 S3 tested for emmissions it appears that the CO level at idle is 0.8%. The maximum test pass is 0.5%. I have no fault lights on and the car drives great but this is a major problem if I...
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    PD130 Cold Idle Smoke.

    Hi all, I'm trying to help my mate out with a problem with his 2001 VW Passat 130PD. I know its a VW but your input is greatly appreciated. After having a turbo blown and replaced he is having an annoying issue. When the car is started from cold, it plumes smoke and stinks of un-burnt fuel...
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    That my excuse anyway!!

    In one episode of "Cheers", Cliff is seated at the bar describing the Buffalo Theory to his buddy, Norm. I don't think I've ever heard the concept explained any better than this . . "Well you see, Norm, it's like this . . . A herd of buffalo can only move as fast as the...
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    Fuel Smell

    HI all, Been having a problem with a strong smell of fuel when i open the drivers window of my S3. It tends to be only when the car is warm, usually get the smell when slowing down in traffic or stopped at lights. I have changed the fuel filter(as suggested on previous posts) and that seemed...
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    Pro Boost Beauty....

    Time for a bit of a rant..... I recently bought a 210 S3, 50k hard driven miles and standard(Forge DV 007). I Am happy enough with its performance, not mindblowingly quick, gut renching stopping power or rail like handling, but nice, progressive power and overall a nice place to be! Having...
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    The Report Card

    THE REPORT CARD A mother is driving her 7 year-old daughter to her friend's house for a play date when the little girl asks "Mommy," How old are you?" "Honey, you are not supposed to ask a lady her age," ! the mother replies sweetly. "It's not polite." "OK", the little girl says, "How...
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    Coincidence

    A chicken farmer went to a local bar, sat next to a woman, and ordered a glass of champagne. The woman perks up and says, "How about that? I just ordered a glass of champagne, too!" "What a coincidence," he said, "This is a special day for me, I'm celebrating." "This is a special day for me...
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    Scottish Weddin'

    Two Scots, Archie and Jock, are sitting in the pub discussing Jock's forthcoming wedding. 'Och, it's all going magic,' says Jock. 'I've got everything organized already, the flowers, the church, the cars, the reception, the rings,the Minister, even ma stag night.' Archie nods approvingly...
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    Chicken Sandwiches!!

    Don't eat chicken sandwiches, no matter what..... A little boy and a little girl attended the same school and became friends. Every day they would sit together and eat their lunch. They soon discovered that they both brought chicken sandwiches every day! This went on all through the fourth...
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    S3 Outside Temp Sensor

    Howdy folks, Can anyone shed some light on a problem for me? Recently, especially after washing the car, the outside air temperature reading on the DIS has decided to go from ambient to -50 DegC, then back again, whenever the mood takes it. Has the outside air temperature got any control...
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    Big Peoples Words!!!!

    A class of kindergartners was trying very hard to become accustomed to the first grade. The biggest hurdle they faced was that the teacher insisted on "NO baby talk!" "You need to use 'Big People' words," she was always reminding them. She asked Chris what he had done over the weekend? "I went...
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    S3 Rear Suspension Exploded Diagram.

    Firstly, happy new year to you all. Secondly, i'm trying to find an exploded view of the complete rear suspension for an '01 S3, including axel and differential diagrams. I've checked out the diagrams on Vagcat.com but there's no 1 diagram with all parts on it? Any help is appreciated lads...
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    DBW Throttle Question

    Hi all, I just need to know if all S3's (L8) have DBW throttles? I presume they are but just need to confirm? Checked the forum but there's not definate answer. Thanks :think:
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    Doctors Reality.

    An 80-year-old man went to his doctor for his quarterly check-up. The doctor asked him how he was feeling and the 80-year-old said 'Things are great and I've never felt better. I now have a 20 year old bride who is pregnant with my child. So what do you think about that?' The doctor...
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    ET...

    Why has E.T. got such BIG Eyes? Coz he's seen got the phone bill.............
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    Which Gearbox and Diff Oil?

    Hi, I'm in need of some advice. I'm getting my 2001 S3 225 serviced tomorrow and want to know if anyone has any suggestions on what is the best gearbox and differential oil to use? The car has 45k miles under its belt and not got a full service history so i'd like to change all to be sure,to...
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    Pick your Brains!!!!!!!!!!!

    Hi to all, Sorry firstly for posting in the wrong section...... I have bought a 2001 S3 225 about 6 weeks ago. Although i'm more than very happy with performance ,comfort and drivability i am experiencing small, and quite annoying little problems. Firstly, under hard braking the front end...