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  1. Robw76

    Audi A3 1.9 TDI 2003 Problem!

    ETS...... I have no idea. Is that a make. Ebay?
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    Audi A3 1.9 TDI 2003 Problem!

    Hi, sorry to butt in on a thread. I have a 02 plate A3 tdi 100pd. It is running fine. I was thinking of have the car mapped, nothing fancy and was wondering about two other items guys seem to do on the diesels. 1- egr delete. What is better, delete kit or to simply de-activate as shown in the...
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    Post pics of your Q2,Q3, Q5 & Q7 in here.

    Just found this area for posting pics..... My pride and joy.... had it a year in may. My first Audi and am now an Audi convert. In usual fashion, the wife uses it as the day to day kids transport, which keeps me busy on the cleaning front!
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    Q7 a pic of the wagon...

    Hi, i said i would get a pic up when the car is clean...... So here she is. Pretty much stock i think although i bumped into a guy who previously owned it and he explained he had the rear exhaust changed, the wheel arch extensions put on the the head rest dvd put in. Dor those interested, the...
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    New year new gear

    Well the car got a wash, de-tar, polish and sealant applied this weekend. Pictures taken the following morning so a bit of dust on the car. Newd to sort by stock out for the next clean as didnt get organised enough this time round with pre wash, clay bar etc. Still better than just a wash...
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    Q7 LED side lights, what a diference

    I was in Halfords yesterday getting some cleaning gear and always check the bargin section Found a set of CANBUS compatible LED 501 bulbs for £5 Fitted them this evening to replace the original 501 bulbs and was very impressed with how the new bulbs lift the apppearance of the car. Easy to do...
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    New year new gear

    Well i got the buckets in, Meguiars mits and Meguiars towel. Trying to decide between snow foam or a pre wash and and tempted to go for thw Valet Pro citrus pre wash. Been looking at the clay bars to. Kit form with detailing spray and microfibre towel, cant make my mind up between AG or...
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    New year new gear

    Steve Thanks for the advice. I like the look of the dodo wash. I always liked the resin polish for exactly that reason, it would help remove the surface grime that builds up on paint through the cutting compound contained within it. but is was 20 years ago when I was first introduced to it as...
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    New year new gear

    Cheers Matt Comes up cleaming! My audi is black and they really do look that part when clean...... just take alot of effort to keep smart. The snow foam looks good fun ( my kids would love it) but i think i may go straight for the citrus pre wash. Nice to see recommends for other brands...
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    New year new gear

    Moorzy,, VMT chap. That's certainly cleared a few things up for me and given me a few items to stock up on. I have just gained access to a workshop I can use 24/7 so am looking to get the car in overnight some time soon to go to town on the clean/polish/seal routine. I will get some pics...
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    New year new gear

    i enjoy keeping my cars clean and am aware that care cleaning products have advances massively since I spent my teens 20 years ago Valenting showroom cars. My pride and joy is a black Q7 that is used daily by my wife and kids in the Devon country so it gets grubby real quick. I have always...
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    Q7 Q7 MMI upgrade and AMI install.

    Thanks for the link. I figured the V8 would bring about a broader smile to the driver :) Agree with the running cost being near on equivalent when your talking about this size 4x4. ........next time round for me :)
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    Q7 Q7 MMI upgrade and AMI install.

    Hi, I am based in Plymouth/ Devon. Couldn't see anything local? Spent a bit of time searching ebay and you tube for retro fit AMI last night and have seen a few kits. I enjoy doing this sort of stuff myself, anyone know the success rate of doing so. On a different note, I see both you guys...
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    ESL and ABS lights on permanently

    UPDATE: Managed to solve the issue. Turns out I had a wire break in the cable that comes down from the inner wheel are and plugs onto the ABS sensor. The break was under the rubber boot at the plug end level with the plug head frustratingly. Managed a solder/ heat shrink repair but had to...
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    Forum newbie

    Hi and thanks. Been searching the pages and lots of good info and inspiration! I will get some pics up when they are clean again!...... Seem to be washing them far too often in order to see some clean paintwork for less than 24 hrs :)
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    Q7 Q7 MMI upgrade and AMI install.

    Hi, Looks like mine has not been fitted with AMI ( frustratingly seems to have all other toys). Can you fit retrospectively without dealer support or are there aftermarket options?
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    ESL and ABS lights on permanently

    Tuffty, VMT Signature updated and I will start searching the forum.
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    ESL and ABS lights on permanently

    hi, My A3 has been good until I changed the front near side wheel bearing. I was careful with the cables, plugs and wires during the bearing overhaul but could not remove the ABS sensor from the main casting ( to protect it )before removing the bearing and am wondering if it has been...
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    Q7 Service interval reset

    hi, I have had my Q7 for about 7 months and have just carried out a service. I can see that the service interval you check via the middle reads next due 11988 miles /. 448 days, however when you turn the ignition, the info screen in the dash says next service due in 18 days etc. I not on the...
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    Q7 Q7 MMI upgrade and AMI install.

    hi, First post on here, tried doing some pre read etc but guess easier to ask..... I have a 58 Q7. I would like to be able to play music off iPhone6 and or USB devices and wanted to check my options. The current software version is SW: AU-HU 51.5.0 0739 I think it's is 2g high as sat nav is...