I had the same issue a month ago. The real fix is to remove the inner trim and get the lock unit out. Remove the plastic cover to expose two small DC motors inside. One of them moves the lock to the locked position, the other one unlocks it. Take the motors out and try connecting them to a 12V...
After ruining the hub carrier on one side due to the seized pinch bolt, I can personally recommend this piece of hardware:
http://www.bgstechnic.de/products/detail/7698
Works with an air chisel and managed to push out the other bolt absolutely effortlessly. I think the fast repeated striking of...
You can refer to this section in the workshop manual: http://workshop-manuals.com/audi/a4_mk3/body/general_body_repairs_exterior/body_front/body_front/exploded_view_plenum_chamber_partition_panel/
You can follow the OEM instructions: http://workshop-manuals.com/audi/a4_mk3/power_unit/6-cylinder_tdi_engine_(2.7_ltr.;_3.0_ltr._4-valve_common_rail)_mechanics/exhaust_system/silencers/removing_and_installing_particulate_filter_a4_(all)_a5_from_vehicle_identification_no._8t-8-009_999_onwards/
You can get oil temp display on older cars by reflashing the instrument cluster with the latest firmware. I have done that on my 2008 Audi A4 3.0 TDI.
You need a VAS5054 adapter and I used VAS PC software, but you can also use ODIS Engineering.
Karl has performed extensive research about manual gearbox engine oil in his thread:
http://www.audi-sport.net/xf/threads/karls-3-0-tdi-build-thread.204785/page-5#post-2287863
Automatic will probably use different oil, though.
Great build thread Bobby, inspires me to start working on my 3.0 TDI CAPA which has been stock for 3 years already.
Some questions (I'm familiar with ECU tuning, but I have only worked on petrol cars before):
1. What software do you use to view/record data logs? I tried VCDS, but the sample rate...
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