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    2.0T FSI oil consumption advice

    I have one of these bought thru' my local Audi dealer. I asked about this issue when I took delivery in January and was told " if it becomes an issue let us know and we can do the test" Guess what it was an issue, approx. 5 litres in 4 months so in it went, failed the consumption test and has...
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    excessive oil consumtion? Or is it?

    I have one of these bought thru' my local Audi dealer. I asked about this issue when I took delivery in January and was told " if it becomes an issue let us know and we can do the test" Guess what it was an issue, approx. 5 litres in 4 months so in it went, failed the consumption test and has...
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    2.0 TFSi quattro

    Has anyone got experience of either a Superchips Bluefin plug n go or a Spider Performance tuning chip Any assistance gratefully received Cheers
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    Tyres

    Anyone know a reason why both fronts on a B7 quattro (2.0 TDi 170) would where evenly down on both outside edges (but not across the whole tyre) when the tracking has been checked and is well within "tolerances. Can I expect the same to happen on the back and if so os there a solution I've...
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    Glow Plug Light flashing

    Thsi happened to me tyhe day before it went in for service and cambelt etc. Same code shown P0299 and my Indy suggested changing the turbo diverter valve, which he did. Two days after collecting the car it happened again tiwce in three days, so I will be getting it in again for him to check...
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    Flashing glow plug light

    I have a BRE coded 2.0TDi 170 q that has just had 70k major service, cambelt and water pump etc through a local InNdy Whilst driving home last friday my glow plug light started flashing and I think the car went into limp mode (No power). Turned off engine when I got home, turned it on again and...
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    Has anyone used bg244 diesel additive in their 2.0tdi?

    I've used it my TDi 170 quattro and it made a significant difference (quieter, more responsive and mpg a bit better as well)
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    Remotre central locking

    Anyone experienced a "squeak" in the vicinity of the fuel filler cap when unlocking the car. I'm hoping some WD40 or grease will do the trick but interetsed if anyone else has this issue. I don't think it's a major issue but just annoying when unlocking the car and it sounds like a mouse and...
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    Ashtray removal

    Can anyone tell me how the ashtray comes out. I have removed the gear stick trim surround and taken the two bolts out holding the ashtray in position, but cannot figure out how the ashtray actually comes out of the centre console I want to carbon wrap the lid and the gear stick trim but cannot...
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    2.0 TDI oil pump / balance shaft failure?

    Morning All I contacted Audi Customer Services direct to ask whether i needed to be concerned about my 4 year old BRE engined 2.0Tdi 170 quattro with this issue and this is the reply I got:- I have spoken with our technicians regarding the issuethat you are describing and they have advised that...
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    TDI *[manual] Quattro* owners: Questions regarding consumption

    November 2007 2.0TDi quattro Manual Saloon (not chipped or remapped). I don't know whether it makes a massive difference but it's an S Line with 235/40 18" wheels as well I usually get approx 500-530 miles to a tank (brimmed) based on 60% Motorway and 40% A & B roads I'm happy with that as I...
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    Upgrade from A4 B7 to A5

    I'm thinking of upgrading from a 2.0TDI 170 Quattro (PD engine) B7 A4 to the equivalent A5 coupe not sportback (common rail??) I'm aware of the balance shaft & piezo injector issues on the PD engine and have had all that sorted on my current car, but fancy a change Is there anythimng I should...
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    VMR v708

    Can you post a pic of the RS4 grill Cheers
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    A5 Coupe Quattro experiences

    I'm thinking of replacing my B7 A4 2.0 quattro for an A5 and was wondering if anyone would give me any advice on what to look for, any issues to consider and what is good or bad about them Thanks in advance
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    ? realistic remap gains 170 tdi

    richardesty - How long was the Bluefin remap on yours before the clutch needed replacing. I have a 170 at 59k miles and was thinking of going this route. If the clutch is gonna go pop in approx 6k miles am I better to leave it if there is additional strain with a remap Cheers
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    Anyone with a cloth interior want to PX for leather?

    Have you still got the leather interior for sale