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    OD of heater matrix pipes near battery

    Hi, Does anyone know the actual OD of the heater matrix pipes? Everywhere I have seen say 3/4 inch piping will do it however I got a pair of calipers in there and it looks more like 1 inch (25.3 mm) although it is pretty awkward to get calipers in there so I could be wrong. Does anybody know...
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    Impeller Issues

    Hi everyone, I was recently driving when engine started over heating, and coolant light came on. Immediately pulled over and checked the water, it was fine. I gave it half an hour and turned the key and all warnings had gone, considering I was quarter of a mile from home, I decided to risk it...
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    Airbag light DOESN'T illuminate

    Hi all Just had my car in for it's MOT and it failed on airbag light not illuminating on turn of ignition. I've only had the car a couple of months, does anyone know where I should start to try and find the issue/where the fuse is so I can check. I would hope previous owner hasn't actually...
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    Strong smell in cabin [img inside]

    Just looked under the engine cover and saw this crack in a pipe coming from the crank case breather valve. Can anyone identify this pipe? It comes down from the breather towards the front of the car then down. Also would this be the culprit of strong oil smell in car after up to temp? It's a...
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    2.0 Auto Judder

    I've just recently picked up an A4 B6 Auto, and having run it until warm (approx. 20mins), I noticed a strange judder feeling, not far from that you get when wheel spinning and it's jerking and gaining grip, when pulling away. It didn't happen every time, just some times. Once it had got up to...
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    Engine mounts for A4 B6

    Hi all, Recently got a 2003 A4 B6 (2.0L petrol automatic), and the engine mounts need doing, an I'm getting a vibration on idle, and through acceleration. I found these...
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    Squealing S3

    Hi all, I've bought an S3 8P (57 plate). Had it since February, and it's been sweet. Today, whilst shamefully driving through a maccies drive-thru with my windows down I noticed there is a screeching/squealing sound whilst under low load. It doesn't happen when the car is idling, but only when...
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    Removable Tow Bar

    Hey oh! Looking for some advise. I do quite a lot of riding (down hills predominantly) and need a way of carting my bike around without scratching the s**t out of the back of my car whilst doing so. Therefor I was wondering if anyone had ever had any success in having a removable tow bar...
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    RNS-E MK1 iPod Connectivity

    Hi all, Recently bought an 8P (2007), and it has a built in iPod connector (30 pin) in the glove box. It doesn't seem to be sending any power to the connector, nor do I know how to access the iPod in the RNS-E system. Mine is one that has the CD/TV option, but can't seem to find ipod connect...
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    Thanks ya'll

    Hi 8L buddies! The time has come for me to part with my beloved A3 8L. I've only gone and bought an S3 8P!! Just wanted to say a quick thanks to you all for all your help! This sub forum has been a great help to me over the last couple of years, and I'm sure without it I'd have scrapped the...
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    Fuse for reverse lights

    Hi ya'll Quick question, does anyone have a fuse diagram or know which fuse I need to replace for reverse lights? I've read a bit up on it and apparently it could also be the switch on the gear box- if it comes to this, does anyone know the part number for this switch? TIA.:icon thumright:
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    Whining From Engine When Put Keys In Ignition

    Hi all, As stated in post name, when I put my keys in the ignition and turn one click I get a strange whining coming from somewhere around fuel rail/starter motor or somewhere. It lasts about 10 seconds and then stops? Then if I go to turn the engine over I just get a click? Any advice would...
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    Clutch has gone

    Hi all, Was doing some daily chores in the A3 over the weekend. Got in the car which was at my mums house after a flying visit, turned on the car, went to put the clutch in to put it in reverse and a terrible grinding noise came when I put my foot fully to the floor. Luckily I knew someone...
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    A3 8l Hand brake stuck on

    Hi all, I've got a bit of a problem.. A couple of days ago I parked funny with the rear wheel on curb and front wheel not. The car was only there for a few minutes, and since then the handbrake only pulls up half as much as it used to, and it feels like it's slightly always on when I drive...
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    Will this door fit?

    Audi A3 8L 3 Dr RH Driver Right Off Side Door Panel Blue Paint Colour Code LY5K | eBay It say's 1999 - 2003, mines a 1998. I don't know if there is any difference in doors between 1998 and 1999, but if there is, someone let me know before I waste a little bit of money? TIA! Also, there should...
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    18's on an A3 8l

    Hi all, Just bought some 18" alloys and now I'm wondering if they'll even fit my car.. 4 x 18" VW Audi Multi fit Size 18 x 8J Will these fit straight on or am I going to need some magic wizardry?
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    Does anyone know what this is and how to remove it?

    This blemish has been on my car since I got it, and it's really starting to p*** me off. I've no idea how it's there, and there is no rust or anything around it. It feels slightly bumpy, but it isn't deep or anything, and it's like a kind of yellow'y colour? Also, when it gets wet (like now)...
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    Weird jerk when I start the car

    Hi all, back again. I've recently started getting this weird thing when I start my car (98 A3 1.8T) that it kind of jerks or something? It kind of feels like the engine is lurching forwards?!. Once it's started though, as soon as it's done that, it runs fine. Anyone have any ideas? Also...
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    Water in passenger foot well

    Hi all, I've got a problem that I've had for awhile. My passenger foot wells (front and back) are always really wet. They're wet enough that when you press the carpet with your finger you can make a puddle appear. Does anyone have any idea where the water is coming from? I don't have a...
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    Aircon Regas

    I know this has been discussed multiple times, however I'm wondering whats best. I just called my local Kwikfit and they're charging £49.00 to recharge the aircon. Halfords charge £19.99 for the Trigger and Gauge, and £34.99 for the canister. (these can be used multiple times). Which would be...