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Very nice, does sound like an interesting career. The CTS is a nice car. And regarding your holiday I think you'll be lucky. We have another 3 weeks of lockdown here at least. I can't see us being back to normal till September to be honest. Cheers Steve

Hi Martyn, I think if you look near to the battery you should find a grommet or two, which come out the back of the glovebox. You may need to remove the back of the glovebox to get at them from that side. In failing that I think there's one near the ECU. You'll have to remove the ECU housing to get at it. To do that you have to remove the wipers to get at all the torx screws. Another more way out option is to take the wire via the pollen filter housing. Cheers Steve

Hi Alan, Thank you for your kind offer to help fellow members 🙂 where abouts in Nottingham are you? I live near Leicester so not too far away.

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Never feel.yku have to leave me in peace. Always happy to help 🙂 What a great story. Ironically my grandad was often told the same thing by his accountant in the 70s/80s hence why he bought an Audi. Amongst other vehicles such as an Opel senator, Ford granada, new Ford escort mk2 for my dad etc. What was your business if you don't mind me asking? And what car do you drive now? Cheers Steve

Very odd you couldn't find a picture, but hope I've helped. D you got the answer you were looking for 🙂 Would hope it survives but the 100 model is so rare now. Only ever seen one or two in the flesh. Such lovely looking vehicles too.

Hmm I wonder if the sunroof was an add on by webasto or Britax. Clearly a very rare car. I wonder if it's still around?

So today would have been Simply Audi show at Beaulieu today 🙁 so I thought, let's have a virtual car show. Post the best pics of your ride. And go 🙂

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Welcome to the forum, you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 That is unusual that you've not found anything on Google. If i remember rightly the common models in the UK in the early 70s were LS and GL. LS being top of the range (my grandad had one of those). I think later on S for the coupe and CS was added in the 80s but there was a 5E, CD CE and L in the late 70s. But I think you're right, Audi first used the SE badge was in 1970s here's a 1976 brochure on eBay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/233195447736 Can't find any info older than 1976 unfortunately. SE badging was also used extensively on the next generation Audi 100 in the 1980s and think the SE trim ran from 1983-1991. Picture of the next generation 100 SE on a J plate but was a 1991 model. Link to the 5E brochure which was fitted with a five cylinder engine. There's a brochure for on on eBay. Obviously the 5E is very close to the SE badging. Makes me wonder why they used 5E. Here's the link to the later 5E brochure if you're interested: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/302277902095 Please see attached picture of a 100 5E and the next Audi 100 see model. Hope I've helped and not bored you to death. Please note I don't have any connection to the eBay sellers of those brochures. Cheers Steve

Welcome to the forum alike, you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 The first code would indicate ba fault with the MAF (mass air flow) sensor. The sensor is located near to the airbox. The second code indicates an issue with the Intake Manifold Runner Position Sensor Range Bank 1. The intake manifold sits on top of the engine between the cylinder heads. Runners inside the manifold deliver air to the engine via a series of runners. Many modern vehicles use what’s called an intake manifold runner control (IMRC) system. This system varies the manifold runner length by opening and closing a series of valves. This allows for fine-tuning of the engine’s air intake, resulting in better performance and fuel economy. The valves are controlled either by a vacuum solenoid or electric actuator. Code P2015 is typically caused by one of the following: A failed intake manifold position sensor A failed IMRC actuator/solenoid A problem with the intake manifold or linkage Wiring problems How to diagnose and repair P2015 Perform a preliminary inspection Sometimes P2015 can pop up in error. Clear the code and see if it returns. If it does, the next step is to perform a visual inspection. A trained eye can check for issues such as broken wires and loose connections. If a problem is found, it should be repaired and the code cleared. If nothing is discovered, check for technical service bulletins (TSBs). TSBs are recommended diagnostic and repair procedures put out by the vehicle manufacturer. Finding a related TSB can greatly reduce diagnostic time. Check the IMRC operation A technician will typically begin diagnosis of this code by monitoring IMRC system operation on a scan tool. When connected to the vehicle’s diagnostic port, the scan tool can communicate with onboard modules. The IMRC valves can be opened and closed with the scan tool with the push of a button. Data is also displayed on the scan tool regarding IMCR operation. This allows a technician to manually operate the valves while monitoring the data to so if the system is working properly. Check the IMRC circuit Once it’s confirmed the IMRC system is not working correctly, the reason why must be determined. A technician will start by testing the IMRC circuit. A digital multimeter (DMM) can be used to ensure both the sensor and actuator/solenoid circuits are intact. If a problem is found in the circuit, the factory wiring diagram will need to be traced. Then, once the problem area has been located, the open/short circuit can be repaired. Check the intake manifold and linkage The next step is to check the mechanical portion of the IMRC system. Some IMRC systems use manifold vacuum to open and close the runner valves, while others use mechanical linkage. Operate the mechanical linkage by hand to check for proper operation. If it binds or doesn’t open the valves, the linkage or manifold should be replaced. With a vacuum controlled system, the runner valves can be opened and closed with a handheld vacuum pump. The pump is connected to the intake manifold. If the valves don’t operate as designed during this test, the manifold is probably defective. In both cases, the intake manifold may need to be removed to verify the runner valves are opening and closing properly. Either of these issues can cause rough running or poor fuel economy. Have you experienced either of those issues? Obviously if the car gets starved of air then it'll stall it might be worth getting these two faults repaired first maybe. cheers Steve

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You'd be surprised how many heat shields come loose on cars. They're just little aluminum border line foil and just pop rivet on. I've had numerous ones cone loose in my time.

A mixture for me from pop, rock, country etc. I do like Virgin anthems and smooth country amongst other stations.

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Extras certainly affect the value. Dealers just try and get as little as possible for px cars for better resale. Service history is what counts too as I'm sure you well know. Cheers Steve

Audi production gradually restarts in Europe The Audi plants in Europe will slowly return to normality by the end of the month Board of Management Member for Production Peter Kössler: “The focus is on a safe working environment” General Works Council Chairman Peter Mosch: “Numerous measures are being taken to ensure that the employees’ health is protected” Audi will gradually initiate the restart of production at its plants in Europe during the coming weeks. In mid-March, the company announced the temporary suspension of production at its European sites. The background to the decision was supply bottlenecks and a drop in demand due to the corona pandemic. The upcoming regulated restart in the worldwide Audi production network together with suppliers and service providers will be coordinated with the Volkswagen Group. The main component of the restart is a comprehensive package of measures that focuses on the safety of employees. In this respect, Audi is following the guidelines of the Robert Koch Institute and the regulations of the health authorities of the respective country. Following the suspension of production at all AUDI AG plants in Europe, it is now a matter of taking the first step back towards normality: “We will manage the restart as a joint European act,” said Board of Management Member for Production Peter Kössler. This is because supply chains and production and logistics processes are closely interlinked within the Group and with partners at the international level. Kössler continued: “The focus is on the employees, because they need a safe working environment. Audi teams of experts have therefore adapted processes with a view to health protection in consultation with the specialist departments and works councils. I would like to thank all Audi employees and our partners around the world for their flexibility and joint efforts in times like these.” On the way back to the first phase after the production shutdown, health precautions for the protection of the employees have the highest priority,” explained Chairman of the Works Council Peter Mosch. “The restart will be accompanied by a comprehensive package of measures to ensure that the employees’ health is protected.” This includes, for example, clear rules on distance and hygiene, a modified shift system to avoid contact, and the obligation to use mouth and nose protection in areas where distances of 1.5 meters are not possible. The company has also created physical barriers at critical workplaces. In door pre-assembly, for example, two employees work simultaneously on the same transport rack and stand directly opposite each other. Here, the employees themselves have developed a transparent barrier made of plastic sheeting. Managers of production sections and groups, together with experts from occupational safety, health care, industrial engineering and the works council, have looked at each individual workplace, analyzed it and developed suggestions for improvement. Only with the agreement of all those involved is a workplace considered “corona-ready.” The workgroup also took a close look at the working environment: group spaces, factory gates, parking spaces and internal factory traffic, as well as catering and factory restaurants. Audi has developed appropriate solutions for all areas. The employees will be informed in writing about these measures in advance and will receive comprehensive safety instructions from their line managers when they restart their work, as well as regular updates in internal online media and through numerous information notices at the plants. Comprehensive safety precautions and modified work regulations also apply at office workplaces. For example, there is the possibility of working from home in order to minimize the risk of infection. Above all, however, the restart affects the employees in the area of production. Vehicle production at the Audi sites will be gradually ramped up from the end of April onwards according to a fixed plan. Engine production in Győr already started gradually ramping up again this week. For those employees at the factories in Germany who will only be able to resume their work fully in later phases of the restart, short-time working regulations will continue to apply until then. Article courtesy of Audi media centre: https://www.audi-mediacenter.com/en/press-releases/audi-production-gradually-restarts-in-europe-12757

There are companies out there that specialise in Audi/vag retrofitting. Worth having a professional company install any upgrades such as this due to the complexity of the wiring software upgrading etc. Cheers Steve

Welcome to the forum You'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 I'm wondering if this could be an engine mount or even a loose hear shield? Cheers Steve

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Welcome to the forum Dominic, you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch 🙂 Good luck with the sale. What colour rs4 and interior combo are you after? Cheers Steve

You're welcome, glad I could help 🙂 Please keep us posted on how you get on 🙂 Cheers Steve

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Hi Derek, sorry to hear of your issue. I've found this video on YouTube where the guy changes his seat base. Hope it helps: Cheers Steve