Just bought an A3!
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Use the VCDS map! https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1M8YUWXBDCxcIynV6WHg3zpxWsx8&hl=en
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Tested the rear wiper after removing the blocked nozzle and it works perfectly. New nozzle has been ordered! Just the headlight washers to investigate now and the wash wipe system will be fully functional.
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Yep although the old one came off much easier than the new one went on. Cover with a cloth or something when you push the new one in. The little notch on the top really digs in to your fingers!
Another small mod that is quite frankly an excellent product from OEM mounts. The car has needed a phone holder and this one with the use of magnets is one of the best I've come across.
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What's with the aircon in these cars....the last few days have tested it. I had the gas done as it was low and today it blows red hot for nearly 10mins before cooling down but does not feel aircon cold if that makes sense.
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AC Compressors in my previous 2.0 TDI went bonkers every year. I bought 3 of them total and then I sold the car. Not sure if the compressor is as same as in 2.0T though.
A couple of ways to test to be sure.
1. Start the car with AC off and have someone keep a close eye on the compressor then turn the AC on. The compressor should move slightly when compressor clutch engages.
2. Car should have less power when AC is on and compressor is working as intended. RPMs should rise as well. If none of the above happens, compressor is dead.
3. Give compressor 12V current via jumper cables. It should produce a click sound if it is fine.
Best would be to do all 3, or at least check via first and second method to know for sure.
Compressors seem to easily fail due to lack of coolant gas, my mechanic told me that one AC start is needed to blow the compressor if the coolant gas is low or not present.
1. Start the car with AC off and have someone keep a close eye on the compressor then turn the AC on. The compressor should move slightly when compressor clutch engages.
2. Car should have less power when AC is on and compressor is working as intended. RPMs should rise as well. If none of the above happens, compressor is dead.
3. Give compressor 12V current via jumper cables. It should produce a click sound if it is fine.
Best would be to do all 3, or at least check via first and second method to know for sure.
Compressors seem to easily fail due to lack of coolant gas, my mechanic told me that one AC start is needed to blow the compressor if the coolant gas is low or not present.
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Thanks for that. I can see the rpm needle move when the ac is engaged and it does blow cold but it's not as cold as it should be and it blew hot air for 10mins yesterday before cooling down. I'll take it back as it's just been filled up and get it leak tested
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Haven't read all the way through so you may already have it sorted
But for an armrestst clip mine broke and got one of these to fix it - proper easy
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mittelarm...e=STRK:MEBIDX:IT&_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649
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Took the car back to have a look at the aircon and it's now working better although still nowhere near as cold as my 5 series. System was vacuumed for 45mins then refilled so holefully that will do the trick.
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Had another flat battery tonight so called the AA out for the 3rd time in 3 weeks. Another battery test showed the battery was well under max capacity so one new battery later all is well again.
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I just changed mine to Pagid for discs and brakes and I regret not going OEM. Everything works well but sometimes when braking, the front pads makes a bit of a weird noise which drives me crazy! The original ones I had ran for 71K miles and only made noise at the end because the discs and pads ran too thin!
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When I changed mine on my old 8P I went with Textar (as they're in top quality brands for brake pads in the world as far as I know).
They never let a scream and always stopped like new.
They never let a scream and always stopped like new.
My old 8P was blowing freezing cold, is the compressor providing enough pressure to the system?
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Aircon still needs looking at just need to find the time. Also noticed crazy condensation inside the car after all the rain. Spare wheel well has water in it so need to trace the leak. Anything obvious...Im going to sit inside the car this afternoon and get the wife to run a hose over it
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SO a definite leak from the rear end. After spending an eternity stripping out all the trim I sat inside while I traced the leak and it looks like it's coming from the rear right light. Have put a bead of sealant around the bolt hole so will check again in a few days. There was alot of water inside!
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Hi folks
I too have just bought a 2005 2.0T for my wife and we both liked it so much I'be now bought myself the 3.2 version. Both are Japanese imports and don't have any documentation in English. Is it OK if I chip in here with questions about this and that or would you rather I started a new thread?
Cheers
Myles
I too have just bought a 2005 2.0T for my wife and we both liked it so much I'be now bought myself the 3.2 version. Both are Japanese imports and don't have any documentation in English. Is it OK if I chip in here with questions about this and that or would you rather I started a new thread?
Cheers
Myles
Would probably be better off starting a new thread with all the questions mate, will get more attention.
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It's been raining quite alot over the last few days and good news in no water in the boot. Need to hosepipe test it to be sure them it needs a proper detail before winter kicks in properly.
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Hmmm..this car is throwing up niggles thick and fast. Now have condensation in the other rear light!
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I have this in my rear left light. Doesn't seem to be causing issues yet but should probably get fixed ha.
Btw I thought your car was facelifted at first - is it or is it modded on diffusers to the bumpers?
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Finally got the thermostat and any obvious sensors changed and delighted it is getting up to bang on 90c in the right time. Heating is spot on also for the first time this winter.
Just need to sort out
headlight washers
Front sunshade for roof
New white bulbs for front drl and sidelights
Facelift rear lights
A ****** good detail
Possible new HU
And that's the car done!
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Just need to sort out
headlight washers
Front sunshade for roof
New white bulbs for front drl and sidelights
Facelift rear lights
A ****** good detail
Possible new HU
And that's the car done!
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