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    Quoted £900 egr valve issue. 2lt TDI.

    Hi, my friend's been quoted £900 all in to fix what there telling him is an egr valve issue. They saying 6hrs labour and they need to drop the engine and remove part of the exhaust, below is picture of the engine. Can any one advise if this rings true and can it be done DIY to save money. 2012...
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    Bye bye Audi hello Mercedes

    So I've decided to sell my car (which is now for sale/ top spec every extra! ;) ....and I've bought myself a Mercedes C220 AMG Plus. I really wanted the new S-line Audi A3 but was a little out my Budget on spec I wanted, I'll be back in a few years when I get bored but I wanted to say thank you...
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    PPF Protection - Leeds (clear bonnet bra)

    Can anyone tell me a proximate prices for having a clear PPF (bonnet bra) fitted? ... and whereabouts is best to go with if anyone knows anywhere in the Yorkshire area that would be great!
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    Cold start issue I need to sort asap.

    The car has been difficult to start from cold for a while now it does always start but sometimes I have to crank it a few times before it fires up. My battery voltage appears to be very good, so I was thinking of replacing the starter motor but I just wondered is there anything else I could try...
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    Sline Quattro rear springs on fwd

    Could anyone tell me if the springs for quattro would fit a FWD 2lt diesel S-line? Failing that I'll check part no's with stealers tomorrow.
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    Xenon stuck in dipped.

    For the last week my Xenon headlights have been stuck in a bit position. When I turn the car on they do not self level anymore. It does seem to be affecting both headlights does anyone know the best place to start looking i.e connect vcds? I heard there are some Senses on the Wheels does anyone...
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    VCDS - Throttle input ratio Vs throttle flap postion - Remap issue?

    Car: 170 TDI Dsg. Issue: Throttle is jerky/jumpy on revs and very sensitive to input, makes car jerky from neutral to first not terrible but ****** annoying, sometimes worse than other times but I always have to be gentle with it - drives smooth once in gears. Note; The car had a remap before I...
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    How do I fit brake light sensor / switch

    I can't find any information or guides on the best way to get to this switch. Has anyone ever replaced they're own? I can't seem to get my hands in at all to even located the screw to remove the switch, its so tight! Image below shows its location on the master cylinder, left hand side of the...
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    Changing 2.0tdi Engine mounts?

    I plan on changing all three, left/right and the bushes to the dogbone mount underneath so I'm looking for fitting advise as I can't seem to find much on it? Also, any advise on the best place to order the parts from (not audi)? Thanks!
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    Brake switch on DSG TDi - Where is it?

    Does anyone know the location of the brake switch on an DSG TDi. I can't see anything on the pedal !? I'm trying to solve a judder issue I've had with my car since buying it.. going from neutral to first . Various threads I've read suggest to replace the gearbox mount (dogbone bush) and brake...
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    Airbag light after glovebox removal

    As title, my airbag light is on after glovebox removal. I have read up on this and it apparently happens when you turn on the ignition when whilst it was removed. Also, it only seems to happen on cars with the airbag switch in the glovebox. Simple question, Has anyone successfully cleared this...
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    anyone in Leeds with a DSG A3 and VCDS

    Looking for someone with DSG in Leeds or surrounding area to compare with, mines always been twitchy on engaging the throttle (engaging first) and reverse is lairy! Drives fine through gears after that, its just the initial bite. I'd really like to fix it and make it right as its been bugging...
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    Sharing my Mechatronic experience

    So I've just been through the nightmare of the dreaded DSG mechatronic unit failure and wanted to share my experience. Mine started with the PRNDS light flashing and the car would only drive in first gear, limp mode maybe? .. If left for 30 minutes or so it would reset and drive fine, however...
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    Help - Rights - Damage from Garage

    Hi I took my car into the garage last week on Tuesday for them to fix the mechatronic unit in my DSG gearbox. I visited the garage today to speak to them about the AA warranty claim regarding the gearbox and I noticed scratches all down the rear nearside quarter panel. Where do I stand. I...
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    DSG repair garage West Yorkshire???

    Please can anyone recommend a garage for a DSG diagnostics and repair in the west Yorkshire or nearest area to Leeds,/Wakefield. Thanks!
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    Help, DSG stuck in 1st Gear!

    Hoping someone might be able to help me out on this my car has literally just broken down and I'm stuck in a car park in Leeds. I got into the car I turned on the ignition getting into the car was stuck in first gear would not change up on driving, also the information display around the gear...
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    BBS wheels refurbed

    Got my wheels refurbished by Elite wheels in Leeds.. Really happy with the results! Anyone know anywhere that does differentcenter cap colours with Audi logo? ..OEM look?
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    Wheel center cap colours

    Anyone know if centre cap on wheel below is standard and or where I could get that colour? Thanks.
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    18" BBS Split rim refurb options

    My original wheels were looking a bit tatty so I've took them in for a refurb today. I still need to decide on the finish so looking for opinions on my chosen 3 options. FYI, I've been advised away from repolishing/ diamond cutting the outer rims as I've been told they don't last long - so my...
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    Quick reply.. wheel fitment Q.

    Hi all... Please could someone give me a quick answer ... Will 8.5Jx18H2 ET29 wheels fit my a3, or with adaption of spacers? Thanks.