Steve Q

Can't say I've heard of this issue. Are there any particular conditions it does it in? I'e certain temperatures, weather conditions, type of driving (town/motorway) etc.

Glad it's helped 🙂

You could get a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. I suspect it's a faulty stalk.

I'd definitely say the module needs needs resetting. I've never heard of this happening before

Definitely worth trying eBay or Amazon. Alternatively contact the supplier of the headunit as they should have the correct harness

Glad you found this post useful 😊

Yep I'm looking into it as it's a worry. I have a suspicion Steve we will see other manufacturers with heated windscreens from now on as I believe Fords patent has expired.

Glad you got sorted and with an easy fix 🙂

No probs 🙂

Yep it should easily be retrofitted. The link you've shared is widely used. You could get an auto electrican to fit it.

I'd definitely be getting this checked out. The only thing I can think of, has your A1 ever had a replacement bonnet at some point? I'm wondering if it has an aftermarket bonnet which is of a thinner metal?

It can be done I'd recommend speak to autologics as various members have used them for retrofits.

New show for 2023 is Vorsbrung International on Sunday the 16/07/23 at Market Harborough showground LE16 7WB. This show is set up by Calvin who ran the Audi's In The Park shows which have now come to an end. There'll be a show n shine event, pre 1980 Audi area. And club displays. I have no doubt there'll be stalls and food outlets too. The Vorsbrung show requires a minimum of 10 cars for a club stand. Is anyone interested in attending?

They can be retrofitted but It won't be cheap. You'll need the lights, ballast boxes, modules etc then have it all coded. As well as a bumper with headlight washers which are compulsory with xenons I believe.

No way! Such a shame.

You're welcome. The Cambelt nwas changed 30k miles ago but how many years ago? You've had it a good while and sounds like you've followed the servicing schedule so the question is whether you buy a ew car (which could still have faults) or repair a car you know well. I've always done the latter, but in the flip side if I hadn't if done and got rid I could have bought a newer car. For example in 18 months around 2016-2017 my A6 had 6k of repairs for wear and tear plus bodywork. I'd still recommend a second opinion from another garage.

Welcome to the forum Graeme you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 Nice spec A3. You do have good taste in Audi's, the kingfisher blue was one of the best colours in my opinion. B5 1.8 in that colour are rare now.

I'd recommend a second opinion on the work quoted. When was your Cambelt last changed? It should be every 5 years or 120k which ever comes first. Did the car have a diagnostic check before the oil sensor was replaced? How long ago was the sensor changed? If it was within a month then there should be some comeback with the original garage. What's the service history on the vehicle in general and how long have you had it? Well maintained cars can be reliable, the mileage shouldn't worry you. For example my A6 has done 344k on the original engine and gearbox which have never been rebuilt. I'm the second owner, my dad being the first owner. It's been reliable but bills are expensive. As all parts wear out. You have two choices really, trade it in and buy another car. Or repair it and run with it. Don't forget the age old saying better the devil you know....

I've never heard of seen this before. What's the engine temperature when this is happening?

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Could be an issue with the drivers door lock module.

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 Might be worth you speaking to autologics for that install. They specialise in retrofits and have been used by various members on here.

No probs at all, it's the best show of the season in my opinion 🙂 There will be more shows outlined once I've got more details of them 🙂

If it's the garage you've bought it off telling you this then I'd suggest getting a second opinion from another garage. If a fault is found them the garage that sold it to you should fix the issue free of charge

Thank you, you too 🙂