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    A5 common issues

    Hi All, Looking to buy an A5 sportback 2L TDI 2012 with 75k on the clock. It's recently had its cambelt and pump changed at 69k. Can someone please tell me any common I should look out for when viewing the car? Sent from my SM-G965F using Tapatalk
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    Help with: oxygen lambda sensor & implausible signal from key

    Hi All, My wife's A3 cabriolet 2.0 TDI showed 2 faults after a scan: 008598 - Oxygen (Lambda) Sensor B1 S1 P2196 - 000 - Signal too High (Rich) - Intermittent - MIL ON Freeze Frame: Fault Status: 10100000 Fault Priority: 2...
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    Looking for a constant live feed.

    Hi all, I'm looking for a constant live feed even with the car off for my wife's 2011 a3 convertible. Am I correct in saying the cigarette lighter fuse is constantly on even with the car off? Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk
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    New springs needed

    I fitted some votgland springs and shocks to my 2004 a3 back in around 2014. I'm looking to change the springs because I want it to be lower than what I currently have at 50 mm. Would it be okay to just change the springs as the shocks were changed before? Also can anyone recommend some good...
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    Hardwire gps tracker 24/7

    Hi all, Just hardwired a GPS tracker to my car which turns on with the ignition. Whilst off I cannot trace the car as the tracker has to send a text message back with the location. I figured that to trace a car would most likely be ideal and easier when the car is standstill which in most...
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    Part number for a3 convertible roof top tool

    Hi all, my missus has an a3 convertible and I've noticed that her manual roof top tool is damaged and in need of a replacement. I'm trying to find this item but not having any luck. Can anyone with the convertible model please have a look and let me know of the part number please. The item I'm...
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    Possible mechatronic ECU issue?

    Hi All, My 2004 8P DSG has had a problem since the 24-Dec-15. The problem is normally intermittent with the “PRNDS” light flashing and the gearbox going in to the neutral position. If left to cool down then the DSG gearbox will begin to work normally again. I have heard this is a common fault...
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    mechatronic ecu part number?

    Hi all, My 2004 dsg gearbox mechatronic ecu seems to have gone as when the car goes into 4th gear it goes into neutral and the PRDN start flashing on the DIS. Turning the car off and letting it cool down a bit starts it back up but common signs for the mechatronic ecu need rebuilding or...
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    Exhaust tip protection for the winter

    Hi All, Looking to protect my chrome exhaust tips for the winter but not sure if poor boys wheel sealant will be okay to use as the temp on the exhaust shoots up. any advice?
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    Sealant/wax for exhaust for winter

    Hi All, Looking to protect my chrome exhaust tips for the winter but not sure if poor boys wheel sealant will be okay to use as the temp on the exhaust shoots up. any advice?
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    Boot light plastic connector

    Hi, Anyone able to identify the name of the plastic connector used for the halogen boot light in the A3. I'll take a picture of it when I'm home but I'm sure it is very similar if not identical to this one:
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    Ideas on refurbishing mirror polished/chrome alloy lips

    Hi All, My alloys over time have deteriorated in terms of shine. They were originally mirror polished without lacquer and now the shine has gone with cloudy patches all over the lip. I've tried mothers and autosol polish but doesnt make much difference. A wheel restoration company quoted me...
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    Fitting dash cam

    Hi All, Looking to fit a dash cam dual front and rear camera to my 04 plate a3 My car didn't come with rain sensor so I'm looking to hardwire it into the fuse box next to the driver side with a piggyback fuse splitter and ground it with the bolt nearby however this item only comes with a car...
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    Aux In coding for Radio Concert & Symphony

    Hi All, My dad's A5 has a Radio concert and symphony unit where the MMI wheel is located next to the radio. I looking to get the Aux In coded in after retrofitting the cabling but I'm sure this unit doesn't have the hidden menu so does anyone know how I go about doing this on VCDS?
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    VCDS - which module to test boot light?

    Hi, Does anyone anyone know which module in VCDS I go to to test the output of the rear boot/trunk light and which option would I have to select from the drop down before I start the test? Any help would be really appreciated!
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    Fuse for puddle/warning light.

    Hi, Did a retro fit on door puddle lights for the passenger side which worked fine then after disconnecting to quickly drill a gap for the puddle lights, the lights don't seem to work anymore after reconnecting and so I'm hoping it's maybe the fuse that has gone but does anyone know where to...
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    Audi/vw repair wire name of connection component.

    Hi guys, Does anyone happen to know the name of the component used on the Audi/VW repair wires. I thought they were spade components but after arrived thought the post they seem way bigger. If any can help that'll be amazing.
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    EGR Blanking plate for BDG engine

    Hi All, Im looking to fit the right size blanking plate for my 2004 A4 2.5 TDI BDG. On ebay there are two variations of the plate so I would like to know which one would be correct before I purchase: Here is one...
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    Delphi vs VCDS

    Hi All, Was recently enquiring as to the major differences between the new Delphi DS150e and VCDS. My mechanic uses the Delphi and he says its good because it supports pretty much all cars but for a diagnostic is it as detailed compared to VCDS or Inpa (bmw/mini) or star diagnostic (Mercedes) etc?
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    CH/LH lights where is pin 12??

    Hi all, Atm im retrofitting the CH LH lights on my a3 8p using the retrofit guide. Iv managed everything Including taking off connector E however I can't find pin 12 labelled anywhere. Does anyone know where I'm going wrong? Here's a pic of connector e