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    Q7 Audi Q7 MK1 Parcel Shelf Sun Blind Clips

    Hi, Does anyone know how to replace the mk1 parcel shelf blind clips? Am I missing a trick because I can’t see how they open? I have new OE clips to replace the old and again I can’t see how they open. Thanks
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    Front and Rear washers not working 2006 8p

    How strange is this!... Headlight washers work But the front and rear windscreen washers do not work. I have tried the car in parked, neutral and drive and nothing. When I try the front windscreen the rear washer switches on aswel. Please help. Thanks
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    A3 8P No Sound from speakers (factory bose)

    Hi, please could somebody help me. I have a 2006 A3 with the full Bose system from new. I changed the double DIN (cassette) to a single DIN pioneer unit by halfords. It worked an absolute treat for two months with no problems apart from a minute 'engine interference' you can hear at low...
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    No Sound from speakers (factory bose)

    Hi, please could somebody help me. I have a 2006 A3 with the full Bose system from new. I changed the double DIN (cassette) to a single DIN pioneer unit by halfords. It worked an absolute treat for two months with no problems apart from a minute 'engine interference' you can hear at low...
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    Replacement of A3 2006 Audi Symphony CD Cassette

    Hi all, I am looking to replace my 2006 Symphony CD Cassette stereo. My car has the Bose system from original. I have decided to go for Pioneer mvh-s410BT (not purchased) Please could you advise me if this job is for a novice? (me!) please advise which extra leads I will need and also which Bose...
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    Replacement of A3 2006 Audi Symphony CD Cassette

    Hi all, I am looking to replace my 2006 Symphony CD Cassette stereo. My car has the Bose system from original. I have decided to go for Pioneer mvh-s410BT (not purchased) Please could you advise me if this job is for a novice? (me!) please advise which extra leads I will need. Hopefully...
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    Audi A3 3.2 V6 Main Dealer Service Question

    Hi everybody, I own a 2006 Audi A3 3.2 V6 and in January 17 I took it to my main dealer for a long life service at 58k. 16 months later and at 67k the service indicator has come on start up - 20 days or 4,000 miles. I think I have had a short life service rather than long life service. My...
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    Rear windscreen dealership sticker

    Hi, a previous owner/garage has removed the rear windscreen dealership sticker. I have sourced one and it seems to be of different size. I have cleaned the inside of rear screen 3 times and still get this patch from old sticker when condensating etc What is the best way to clean before...
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    2005 A3 3.2 V6 DSG engine issue

    Hi everyone, I have had my A3 3.2 V6 fDSG or a faultless four years covering over 30k. It has been serviced every year with Audi. Just recently the EML has been on and on journeys the car switches off everytime I come to stop. The car does switch back on but switches off again at the next...
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    Clear Spray Lubricant For Car Door Hinges

    Hi, looking at using the AG degreaser to remove all the white spots left by previous door lubricants used on the car doors and then applying a clear spray directly on the hinges. Does anyone recommend a product for this? I hae just searched and found this from Halfords - would this do the...
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    Audi ipod lead for Symphony Stereo

    Is it possible to connect a ipod or android cable to the rear of the symphony stereo? (Double din tape/cd) 2006 model. Does anyone have a genuine part number? Picture available from last thread created. Thank you
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    Upgrading the 2006 headunit

    I am not sure of what the best option is to replace my 2006 A3 8P Bose headunit is? (pictured below) My dream would be the Piano Black Finish RNS-E Sat Nav (or 2006 sat nav). Ideally I want to stay OEM from the 2006 range but everything is primitive. I am looking to use...
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    2005 cigarette lighter not working

    Hi guys the cigarette lighter on my 2005 Audi A3 does not work. It often has the load of a pressure pump going through it to keep me on the road (every other day) maybe the fuse has gone? Does anyone know how I can change it/where the fault is? Thanks guys.
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    Car tyre losing pressure

    Hi guys, I changed all four tyres to Michelin pilot sport 3. A few weeks later the rear left corner would start losing pressure. I would regularly pump it up and got it re sealed at STS. A year passed by and I took the plunge and went for the same tyre make on the wheel. It lasted 6 months...
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    2005 Audi A3 8P boot not shutting

    Hi on my brothers A3 2005 3dr the boot suddenly stopped shutting. We tried shutting it gently/hard nothing will close it. When the boot is open and pressing the boot release on the number plate plinth the motor is not making any noises. The same when pressing the boot release switch on the...
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    Audi A3 8p dash air vents upgrade

    Hi please can you guys tell me which other Audi models the pictured air vents fit? They have been removed from a my12 sportback. Thanks.
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    Audi A3 2006 Melting door B Pillar Trim

    Hi, my 2006 Audi A3 3 door has an issue I think only on the drivers side where the vinyl keeps melting in direct sun light. I thought it would cure itself after I used a debit card to make it flat again, I have also left it bubbled untill the weather has cooled down and it reverts back to its...
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    2006 A3 8P S Line Sport Bumper Grill

    Hi, not the best start to a Monday morning, I hit a pidgeon at 70mph on the dual carriage way this morning, on impact it hit the grill and broken the slats of the grill also. Upon inspection it seems like I need: New Slats S Line badge for the grill Audi badge My car is Brilliant Black but I...
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    Ebay bargain - Brand New 1L 5w 30 oil with Genuine Velco Oil Bag

    manfieldtk on ebay is selling brand new 1l Castrol Oil 5w 30 with the genuine velcro oil bag (to store in the boot) for a bargain price on ebay (I got speedy delivery also) bargain considering the oil is £17 from hellfrauds. My car came with the Audi bag with no oil so a great way to replace...
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    Audi A3 8P Centre Cap Question

    Hi guys I have the 18" 5 Arm alloy wheels as per below picture. My question is can I change the centre wheel caps to the ones below? I think they will be a nice subtle change.