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    2016 S5 B8.5 CREC...life after 80k miles

    In the states, these CREC motors were fitted into the 2017-2018 Q7 and it has been a nightmare. Between 60-80,000 miles they develop horrid oil consumption due to packed piston rings. The one you are viewing is at 85,000 miles. What usually happens is that the previous owners realizes it's...
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    Central growling noise on High RPM engine braking

    In any case, make sure to perform a thorough visual inspection of the exhaust system to see if any clamps or mounts have failed or rotted away creating small holes. This concrete scraping sound can come from the exhaust pipe vibrating against a broken mount. Any hole in the exhaust will also...
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    A Bolt from the Blue - PFL RS3

    Ah what a beautiful thing. I can confirm that the pics are showing now. :welcoming: It pains me greatly that we can't have the sportback over here in the states.
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    A Bolt from the Blue - PFL RS3

    Could you try uploading the images again? It's all empty squares for me.
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    Central growling noise on High RPM engine braking

    Check for exhaust leaks at the flex pipes. The engine makes a very different sound on decel (growling/howling) which is normal but you will not notice it unless there is a small exhaust leak. If leak is big then you will really discover how different engine sounds on overrun.