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  1. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    I know - I think I'm going to have to brave it tomorrow, then see if I can get it booked in for next week. I work 25 miles away, so bus isn't an option unfortunately. Cheers again though - I do appreciate it.
  2. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    That's the thing - I don't know what to do for the best. I don't know if I should be driving it, as I'd hate to do tons of damage when IO shouldn't be driving it, but at the same time I need to get to work and back.
  3. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    Thanks for all of your help and advice - I think I'm going to have to take it in again as I have a very limited skill set as far as cars are concerned. At least it's given me some pointers though. Thanks again.
  4. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    Ok, I've just done a few checks : 1) I started the engine and left it running for about 7-8 minutes - the temperature sensor went up to 90 and stayed there. However, earlier tonight it reached 120 in less than 5 minutes whilst driving. Does this signify anything ? 2) I put the heaters on to...
  5. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    1.6 petrol engine. Not really sure about the fan cutting in to be honest. If I put the heaters onto cold though, cold air definitely comes in.
  6. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    Hello, I've now had it into the garage and he has pressure tested the car and found no leak ! There was oil leaking but this was due to the oil cap being missing (I knew this was missing and I had one on order, and now it's on there). I checked both the oil and coolant before driving it...
  7. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    Thanks a lot - It's actually going in tomorrow, but I guess it's going to be expensive regardless.
  8. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    That doesn't sound good ! How much would I be looking at for this do you reckon ? Ballpark figure would be great as I know it will obviously vary from place to place. Thanks.
  9. J

    A3 Coolant Problem

    Hello, I wonder if anyone can give me some pointers / advice please ? Basically I've recently bought a second hand Audi A3 (51 plate - 66,000 miles) and it's been running fine for the last couple of months, although there was a coolant leak when I bought it so this was fixed as it was due to...