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Might be worth trying a different phone, so at least you can eliminate that as the problem. Or get a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up

As it's under warranty this should go back to Audi for a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Besides the sensors there could be wiring. Have you checked the fuse?

Have the injectors or injector seals been checked? I appreciate this is more for diesel smell rather than exhausts but if it's running rich then that win help. Has it had a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up? I'm assuming the exhaust system and cat has been checked?

Nice one, at least we're in the right track. So either turbo or the sensor. Dhd you check the boost pipes?

I wasn't sure either, I was thinking more along the lines of a new one being fabricated.

Don't forget dpf and egr issues with diesels too. As you've highlighted service history is key, and in a car this age you'll be looking to see cambelt and water pump change, gearbox oil services etc. make sure all electrical items work. Have you watched buyers guides on YouTube?

Another option is local metal fabricators. Here's some I've found in Lancashire: https://www.brimetlancashire.co.uk/?gad_source=1 https://kneesengineering.co.uk/fabrication/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA3ZC6BhBaEiwAeqfvyl9kLQwYi2lhHPMqLibi0BElkq3-qbtxFgr1NTnzzuVNYdigRVONChoC_NUQAvD_BwE https://rpfabs.co.uk/services/ And let's not forget Motorsport specialists as they often have to fabricate all sorts: https://www.swmotorsports.uk/ https://www.elitefabrications.co.uk/ Hope one of these can help 🙂

Credited to Frank Montesinos: "Figured I'd post this in case it helps someone else. If you've had what sounds like a buzzy/blown center speaker on the dash, it might just be the grille vibrating. It was really bad with loud phone calls. I just pulled the grill/vent trim piece and added small, thin felt pads. I first just did it mostly around the speaker, but still had some minor buzzing, so I went back and added more. For reference, this is a 2013 A6 3.0T with the Bose system."

Cliff does raise a very good point. You should get a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up

I'd advise against st this kind of thing as all it's doing is tricking the ECU into thinking the conditions it's assessing are different to what they actually are. You'd be better with a proper remap done on a rolling road.

I appreciate this is for an A4 but similar principles apply: And this one is for an A6 c8 but again similar principles

Great work! 👍

Not sure then and it's odd the information online is vague. If you find out please let us know.

Looks good glad you got sorted

No probs at all please keep us posted on how you get on

It might just be one of the boost pipes leaking or split. Check where it joins up as they can flex here when under pressure

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Limp mode would come with an engine management light. It could be an issue with the turbo

It has to be the exact same part number for it to work properly. If looking on eBay don't forget to include international sellers. See if you can open it up and dry it out.

If the head gasket is going then this should be one of the main concerns. I'd recommend getting a compression test done. You'll also need a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up

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Just tried to do some research on this. The lite version allows you to charge your phone as well as adding as a signal booster for your phone via the cars antenna. Whereas I think phone box integrates to the cars mmi seamlessly via carplay etc as well as the functions of lite. I could be wrong though.

You're welcome 🙂

Yes it can be retrofitted but it's expensive and could void your warranty. You'd be better asking the dealer if it can be fitted now.