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    Parking Sensor Issue?

    Hi, I am having an issue with my parking sensors. Every now and again when I put it into reverse, I just get a constant beep. It is starting to happen more regularly now. I just had a check with the car in reverse and I can hear the faint clicking from each sensor so it would seem they are...
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    Flapper Mod with Switch

    I have been doing some research on the flapper mod. I have found plenty of info for the R32 and TT but nothing for the A3. I know the wire that I'm looking for is a 0.5mm grey with blue stripe. However in the guides that I have read, this wire seems to be located in different places depending...
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    3.2 top mount replacement

    I seem to have a faint knocking noise when turning the steering wheel at low speeds/standstill. At first I thought it may be the steering rack, but after some further investigation I reccon it's the top mounts. I narrowed it down to what I think are worn top mounts after putting my hand on the...
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    Seat Back Removal?

    Just noticed this nasty little split in the back of the drivers seat... :-( Is there any way to remove the rear part of the seat so I can reinforce it and stop it from getting any worse?
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    Rear Diff Oil

    Looks like there is some slight weep from my rear diff. I know the oil in these is a lifetime thing but I think I am going to replace it, just to make sure it's up at the right level. Where can I get the correct oil? And what is the oil that I need?
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    Acid bird?

    Parked in the work car park today and when I returned there were about 7 bird droppings on the car. There are no trees or post for these birds so I feel I was targeted! I washed them off as soon as I got home, but they have left nasty stains that look like they have taken the lacquer off? I...
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    Oil filter housing drain screw

    The drain screw on the engine oil filter housing has been rounded off by the garage that last did the service. Does it actually need to be taken out, or can the housing be removed without removing this screw? (Oil down arm I am expecting is the only downside) Where can I get hold of a new...
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    2005 3.2 Haldex Oil Change

    Right, after doing lots of reading I ordered the parts to do my Haldex oil. 1 tube of oil 1 filter 1 special tool Getting under the car it seems I don't need the special tool, it can just be undone with a 24mm socket. Having replaced the filter I made sure that I was able to undo the drain...
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    Rear discs 3.2 Quattro

    Is this what I need to remove the rear calliper holder? 2pc M14 SPLINE BIT SET - MALE 12 POINT - 10mm DRIVE STAR TORX SOCKET - BRAND NEW | eBay
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    DSG filter part number

    Just about to do the DSG oil on my 2005 3.2 Can any one tell me the part number for the filter?
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    Torque Wrench

    I'm looking at buying a torque wrench and wanted to know what range of torque is good?
  12. Yannis

    I give up...

    As above, I have spent the past hour using the search function like a good member and I can't find the; 3.2 hesitation at 2k rpm mega thread. Please can some one give me a link, I am just interested in the page listing the compatible ECU's Thanks Yannis
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    VAG COM Checkup

    Hi, I am looking to get VAG COM but before I shell out the £250 I would like to see it in action. Is any one willing to give me a check up and show me how it works? I am between East Grinstead and Tunbridge Wells and work near Gatwick if any of these locations are close? Cheers guys Yannis
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    3.2 V6 Timing Chain Replacement Idea

    Hi, I have just brought a 2005 Audi A3 3.2 V6 Quattro. Very happy :-D Having read up on the DSG and Timing Chain issues I have been having some thoughts. First of all, if you remove the rocker cover you can access the top of the timing chain? (Awaiting my Haynes manual for Christmas....) If...