Latest Posts

Sorry I was incorrect saying it’s telling me the car wasn’t locked! The car was locked but the alarm wasn’t on! Which I was grateful for because I started hearing the alarm in my sleep, paranoia had set in! I thought it would stop , without having a mechanic to intervene, but no. As soon as it starts randomly going off, get it booked in to have the alarm sensor changed, but be prepared for a big bill. I had booked in the car initially with Audi and they had informed me “to investigate” aka hook up to the computer it would £150 before they even find out what is wrong! Hope this helps someone else. I tried everything prior to getting properly sorted ie, changed batteries in both key hobs, used nearly a full canister of fly spray in case a fly was setting off and even not locking the car. Thanks Gillian

I've got a Draper bleeder, but to be honest a two person approach (one pressing the brake) is better than vacuum system. Get plenty DOT 4 brake fluid, it's relatively inexpensive. Also make sure the silicone tube that you use from the bleed nipple to the used fluid reservoir is on tight. Top up the brake fluid reservoir regularly so as not to draw in more air. Use a proper brake nipple spanner, so there's no mucking about when closing off. You're right - start at the caliper furthest from brake fluid reservoir. Regardless if you're not seeing bubbles, press brakes around 15-20 times, then close off, move to next wheel and repeat. Double check brake hoses too. It they have been clamped for any reason they may have collapsed or deteriorated. Running the car will pressurise the system - so I would use that approach too.

Hi Guys, I have been having problems with my parking sensors not working I have taken off the rear bumper and changed all the sensors still no joy and the front ones all seem to be clicking away happily so I am after a parking sensor module for an audi A6 C5 allroad 2004 if any body has one or could point me in the right direction. Kind Regards Capt Dave

No my car has a throttle actuator sensor under the bonnet as I have had it put onto a diagnostics machine and it came up with throttle actuator sensor stuck open

Is there an easy way for me to tell if it is the battery or if its something like the alternator not charging it

You're welcome 🙂

Alternatively change the other oxygen sensor to see if it helps. But you might be wasting money if the diagnostic test has said it's the cat.

Check your coolant level isn’t to high Incase the flow from the return pipe is pulling air under the surface of the reservoir

Scrolling through the manual I found this, states it is the aux pump. Scolling it is under the intake pipe from the airbox. I'll have another look. I did think it was beside the DPF looking at the first image.

Legend thanks for this sid2020

Unfortunately the devices they have started to use now doesn’t even require a key to be scanned, from what I’ve seen if the cars ecu’s are awake or awoken then the device can unlock the car almost instantly or within the alarm sounding once, when inside another device get puts into the obd port and starts the car. Different devices for different cars so if a local thief gets one then you will notice the same type of cars getting stolen, Range Rover, fiesta mk7.5 and fiat 500 seem the easiest so far, keyless ignitions almost always as ignition barrels slow them down

Yes, everyone has been really helpful so far and I’ve received plenty of good advice. I live in the outskirts of Glasgow , so unfortunately Hampshire is quite a distance away. However, I do appreciate your recommendations of your garage - sounds like you’ve got a reliable one. The Audi dealership has already charged £140 for diagnostic check but wants to carry out further checks . Which they quoted £436. I’ve booked in to a local garage for a diagnostic check next week. I do have a warranty cover, but it seems the airbags are not included!

I’ve had the exact same experience with my wife’s Audi mmi as you are having, I ended up giving up and just use CarPlay for everything when I use it. Thought it was just me but even my teenagers moan about how bad the mmi is to use compared to the bmw idrive. Sorry I can’t give any help to solve your problem

I know there are many lumbar supports (drivers seat) on the market but I was hoping that someone has taken the plunge and found one that relieves this problem. Unfortunately it’s not something you can try before you buy. I’m sure it is a common problem. Being able to have a more suitable driving position and for all round comfort would be a blessing. I’ve tried different cushions around the house to no avail. Your input is most welcome. Terry.

Hi no just take the covers off and take a photo of the sticker on the main part the other stickers are part numbers for the stalks not the main body. Steve.

The video link posted above suggests that leak off should be both negligble and more ot less equal on all cylinders.

Hi thats the boost solenoid its vacuum controlled and sits on the exhaust side of the turbo to control the vanes opening and closing, cheap good diagnostic is OBDEleven. Steve.

Everything seems to be ok. Maybe the dealer can advise.

Id recommend getting the car in for a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. On my daily (ford Kuga) that has a dab radio I find on frosty days the signal is worse or non existent for some reason

My previous car was a RRS plug in hybrid, and I towed a 7.5m caravan - in practice, what I did was to tow using the ICE with the electric shut off, as the drain on the hybrid battery was so poor when towing. It did 18 mpg when towing, my 55 TFSI does about 21.

Hello, I have a 2016 A4 Avant and installed the MyAudi App on my phone. There is a link to an Online Users Manual in the App. Not as good as a real manual, but maybe good enough to help now and then.

I have a similar problem that I can hear a tic-a-tic-a-tic sound when significantly turning, under power not coasting, left or right. I read somewhere it could be the CV joints and have booked it in to investigate with a small indie garage I like to use near my home. I'll report back.

Really glad this thread and forum helped 🙂 it's feedback like this which is greatly appreciated ☺️

You'll have to keep chasing them I suspect. The Audi parts department should be able to tell you what it's listed as.

Glad it's all sorted 🙂