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    Cam Belt

    Normally do them every 5 years or 60k miles. Even Audi change their mind on the interval. That said, If it goes and it’s an interference engine, then it’s tattles over the side as we say and Audi will quote chapter and verse on wear and tear and they can’t help. Replace tensioner pulley and...
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    Has my bumper been previously painted/repaired ?

    The bumper could be off for any number of reasons, replace PDC sensor, headlight, nudge in car park, etc.
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    B8.5 exhaust valves stuck

    Is it solenoid activated or vacuum line? You probably just need to keep working the flaps to open and close with brake cleaner and then 3 in 1 mineral oil to lube.
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    Has my bumper been previously painted/repaired ?

    Going by pictures, no, but bumper looks like it might have been off before. Usually a few Torx bolts top and bottom, and fasteners under inner wheel arches. If it doesn’t sit properly, then removal and refit will fix.
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    Hi Audi B9 Owner :)

    Personally I’d avoid spacers. Car is set up on multi-link suspension, and if Quattro will be planted all ready. If Quattro, a common trait is for the car to crab at full lock, so I can only imagine what it’s like with wheel spacers. Its a personal choice, but you asked the question. On the...
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    S4 TFSI or S4 TDI?

    Depends what you want or indeed what you watch? If you watch the VAG Technik videos on YouTube you’d never buy a performance car again. I do think that regular servicing is key though. Most of these cars cars have been ragged, and further down the line the new owner picks up the bill. Tomas and...
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    B8 Aww yeah

    Nice example. Quick check reveals this car has led a cosseted life. Enjoy.
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    2004 A6 C5 Avant 1.9TDI water and oil temperature gauges not reading

    Just replied to similar query on B5 forum on 2000 1.8. Is temperature and oil level sensor in integrated unit on sump?
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    2000 A4 B5 oil and temperature gagues not working. 1.8 petrol saloon

    Oil temperature possibly combined oil capacity and temperature sensor in sump. For coolant, usually thermostat. Pretty sure 1.8 is timing belt, so for peace of mind renew if not done in last 5 years, along with water-pumpaAnd tensioner pulley. I’d also scan with VCDS for any logged errors codes...
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    RS4 B5 - vibrations during driving

    That’s a beautiful looking car. However it’s getting old, so 24 years now, so question everything suspension wise. Any vibration, I would check the centre support prop-shaft bearing. Also engine mounts and gear box mounts. Check rear diff too. Is it dry, no weeping at drive shaft seals or the...
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    Bitdi facelift exhaust smell and high consumption?

    No idea what optimum fuel consumption is on Bi TDI on A6 quattro, 40mpg if yoy drive like Miss Daisy? Run a can of Forte fuel conditioner through it on a quarter tank. Are you always using premium diesel? Swap out fuel filter (every 20k miles). Any smell could be potentially be catalytic...
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    Mileage blocker

    Stumbled across this on Volkswizard's channel on YouTube on his imported Hong Kong Golf 7.5 GTI. Didn't even know it was a thing. How prevalent do you think it is? Apparently rife on cars on 3 year PCP deals. Mileage can be cross referenced with VCDS for engine and gearbox ECU if you suspect.
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    Fully loaded A4 Advice

    So Ultra quattro is two wheel drive unless it loses traction when it kicks in. That means it's a Haldex system from my understanding, so basically the same in TT, S3, etc. I think Haldex needs serviced every 20k miles, and importantly needs the internal mesh filter removed and cleaned, very mush...
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    Fully loaded A4 Advice

    I think you are over thinking it. Panoramic roof is a great feature. B8 model used to leak like a sieve. Not heard any reports on B9 platform, yet. Again, electric towbar. Convenient and practical. Matrix headlights, absolutely and a geat extra, although standard LED are as good as old school...
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    B7 RS4 vs B8 S4

    Surprised no one has responded yet? That's quite a question, and your 'wish list' seems, how can I say, open ended? First off this is an Audi forum first and foremost and RS or S models are still regarded with some reverence, whatever car you choose. If money was no object I'd personally have...
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    Low Oil Pressure A4 30tdi MHEV

    Good news. Glad you got it fixed.
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    Low Oil Pressure A4 30tdi MHEV

    DTC: Diagnostic trouble code. Only had a low oil pressure fault once in 30 years of owning Audis. That was on a 2001 V6 B5 2.5TDI Quattro Avant. Scared the hell out of me. Trouble was it was early in the morning and I was towing a boat at the time. No previous errors, and when the car was...
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    Low Oil Pressure A4 30tdi MHEV

    Needs live data on VCDS, that will show oil temperature, pressure. When the car was scanned - what DTCs were logged?
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    Winter Preparation - A4 Allroad

    This part of the forum has been quiet - so thought I'd share what I've been up to. Did this a couple of weeks back on my 2017 Allroad. I know the winters can be harsh in Scotland, plus salt and grit takes it's toll on the powder-coated rear subframe, so taking no chances. Did the same last year...
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    RS4 B8 Weak points

    If its B8 Avant, then leaking panoramic is well documented, plus rear spring seat corrosion. Whatever you buy, make sure rear subframe is treated with Lanoguard.
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