audi a3

  1. SM18

    A3 tyres

    hi Just wondering if Audi recommend a certain brand of tyre for a3? Or does anyone have any recommendations? 17” audi alloys.. Currently on Michelin’s
  2. James6568

    Audi A3 2002 Trip Computer Screen

    Hello, not sure if I am posting this question in the right place, have just signed up to this site, so apologies if I haven’t. So I very recently just purchased a 2002 Audi A3 1.8 sport, as my main run around car. The car is in great condition, despite its year. The only issue I have had so...
  3. D

    A3 Sportback(Sport) 1.0TSi Tronic - short review at 18 months

    So I've been driving my first Audi for 12,000 miles now, coming from the not vastly different 1.2TSi DSG Seat Leon. SO starting with the good points:- The engine is marvellous. Powerful, punchy, quiet and that's without utilising the 'S' mode on the auto box. Economy is best of any non hybrid...
  4. D

    Audi A3 Aftermarket Stereo Install Problems - Rear Speakers

    Hi everyone, I know this may seem like a bit of repeat content, because I've come across a few threads from this site in my google searches where people seem to have the same problem, but I still haven't found a solution that solves mine. Last week I bought a second hand Audi A3 1.6 Sport...
  5. JM11EEE

    Advice please

    Hi all, long time reader here... need a bit of advice from anyone willing.... (yes this is a bit of a long read and I thank anyone who reads it and offers some advice) First off I have a S3 received on 6th july 2015. It's business financed through Audi finance. Now I've had quite a few...
  6. Feezaan

    Audi A3 8P Comfort Control Module Location

    Hi All, I am new to the forum so apologies if this is not the correct area to post this. I have a 2012 8P that has recently stopped allowing me to lock the car with the remote. I can unlock the car with the remote but will not lock. Also the boot will not open, with the remote or the button on...
  7. thatoneS3

    Clearmount for Audi S3/A3/RS3

    If anyone is looking for a phone mount for their 8V, Clearmount is the way to go! Pretty straight forward install but feel free to check out the video for a closer look!
  8. Kayobong

    Audi A3 1.9 TDIe (2009) - EGR Delete worth it?

    So I've been planning on getting a remap for a while now, however I was wondering what the benefits of removing the EGR were, and if it's worth doing along side a remap. Thanks
  9. S

    How do i remove the backdoor handle on my A3?

    Hello guys I need to get the back door on my A3 8V painted, so I need to remove the handle on the backdoor, the front door is a Trox 20, but I can't figure out how it works with the backdoor... Anybody able to help me with with a tutorial or something? :courage:
  10. Wing Lun

    Rear Diffuser Gloss Black

    I want to ask has anybody painted their rear diffuser gloss black? The OEM ones are the grey abs plastic and I feel it needs a shine to it :yes: I know this does not appeal to S-Line trim. I've been quoted £150 for the respray, however what do you think, is it worth it or will it look good?
  11. thatoneS3

    No Homelink Audi S3?!

    I find it crazy how the S3s don’t come with homelink “-.- For those who don’t know it’s the button that is installed in cars that you program to open your garage without having to use your garage opener. Anyone know if there is anyway to get it in an S3? Or are we just out of luck?
  12. M

    Need Help ASAP!!!!

    I’ve recently purchased an A3 1.8 TFSI S-tronic. I’ve only done 1,800 miles on it and I’ve realised there’s a weird noise in the car, it was probably always there but I’ve just noticed it now. Basically I can only hear it when I open my windows so it’s something in the outside (a loud growling...
  13. TomDowns15

    A3 Seatbelt Height Adjuster Problem!!

    Hi guys, I tried to adjust the height of my drivers side seatbelt where you have to pinch the button to slide it up and down and it seems to have gone all slack and wont hold at my desired position. I push it all the way up and let go of the button then but my seatbelt on but as i lean forward...
  14. M

    Audi A3 1.4 tfsi weird sound

    When the car is idling it does that sound in the video. When i start to give it gas the sound goes away but when i lift off the gas even when im rolling the sound comes back on. It doesnt do it everyday though. Also i notice it only does it when it is warm. Is it something serious?
  15. nefoster5

    Rattle Sound From Clutch/Gearbox

    Hi all, I'm new to this forum... but have been browsing for some time today. Currently I have a rattle from the clutch/gearbox... unsure where its coming from to be honest. But basically, when the clutch is all the way to the floor - everything is good. However when i get to the biting point...
  16. S

    EL lights from EBay for interior mood lighting

    HeY guys new here and couldn't find anything related in the search I am looking to create a better environment in my 2015 A3 saloon by adding some interior mood lighting I have come across "EL wires" from EBay selling cheap and seem to be easy to install requires just shoving it into the...
  17. Jwallerr

    Audi A3 1.9TDI MOD IDEAS PLEASE HELP

    Hi there ! I have a Audi a3 1.9TDI from 2009 in black and really want to give it a more sporty feel. I have already looked at TDI box tuning and simple things like air filters but really want to change the look too ! My Main ideas are Black Grill carbon front splitter wind deflectors de...
  18. Andyelliott93

    Dials and gauge problem

    So I finish work and get into my car and find the tach and speedo dont work along with my fuel and temperature gauge. Also the digital screen in the middle doesn' work. But my electrics such as lights, indicators and even radio work. Anyone got any ideas on what it could be I've tried...
  19. ItsMeLewie

    [Help] Boot trim question after back window smashed.

    Hey guys, Would you beleive it in the recent cold weather, i went to grab something out of the passenger side of my car one morning, i closed the door and expected the snow to fall off my car.. what actually happened was my back window exploded and filled my car with snow and glass. now, its...
  20. joseph given

    Abs and esp light on???

    Hi everyone. New to this site and I’ve got a 2006 sportback and just have a couple questions... Firstly my esp and traction control light are both on? Was driving slowly through my car park and they came on. I’ve checked the sensor connectors to make sure it’s all connected and seems fine...