block heater, audi a4
11-24-2010, 09:26 AM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
OK ok.. I'll stop the instigating... Sometimes its good to have a laugh. Yeah, I saw the weather on the news there and Calgary was super cold yesterday.. In the news report, there was A lot of cars driving around... I guess everyone used special gas that day... Oh geez, there I go again, it just rolls of my finger tips.. lol
Good to hear a member proving everyones point about the cold! I have also been advised not to use a block heater.
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11-24-2010, 06:14 PM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
maybe you guys are right. i'm not trying to make a big deal about this, but i live in edmonton, ab, where it does get cold. i was just trying to get some info from some audi people, so i could make a good decision. i don't live in southern ontario, or victoria etc. i also won't listen to the kid at canadian tire, as i am a mechanic. cheers, rob z
11-24-2010, 07:48 PM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
Listen to the Statements and let me know if there was a block heater plugged in.
I had mine sitting out @ -54 degrees C last winter over night, had difficulty opening the door because it froze shut, got in the car and started it right up without any hesitation. Trust me I know how cold it gets, and trust me You are all fine without a block heater!
I had mine sitting out @ -54 degrees C last winter over night, had difficulty opening the door because it froze shut, got in the car and started it right up without any hesitation. Trust me I know how cold it gets, and trust me You are all fine without a block heater!
11-24-2010, 08:01 PM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
maybe you guys are right. i'm not trying to make a big deal about this, but i live in edmonton, ab, where it does get cold. i was just trying to get some info from some audi people, so i could make a good decision. i don't live in southern ontario, or victoria etc. i also won't listen to the kid at canadian tire, as i am a mechanic. cheers, rob z
In case I had them plugged, they would start right away.
These Trono Trono guys have no idea what we just went through, but it is coming their way now.
11-24-2010, 09:08 PM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
11-24-2010, 11:44 PM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
Not the first time so we should do alright.
11-25-2010, 09:07 AM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
It's true that a block heater is not required. For many years past Audi has not shipped new vehicles with a block heater even though they are destined for cold climates with a Cold Weather Package etc. An improperly installed coolant in-line heater is what most people are warning about as it can cause other problems.
Having said that, I use the oil pan heaters only in the real cold weather as in below -30C. It is healthier for your engine as the oil will move immediately. Of course a full synthectic 5W30 or equivalent for your vehicle oil change in the Fall is good insurance for cold weather engine starts too.
Enjoy Winter!
Having said that, I use the oil pan heaters only in the real cold weather as in below -30C. It is healthier for your engine as the oil will move immediately. Of course a full synthectic 5W30 or equivalent for your vehicle oil change in the Fall is good insurance for cold weather engine starts too.
Enjoy Winter!
11-26-2010, 10:01 AM
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Re: block heater, audi a4
I have always used 0W30 (all year round) as the manual recomends for my B6; it doesn't say 'use 5W30 during the winter season'. Now, what would be the difference between the two ? Is it really better to use 5W30 during the colder days ?
