Re: 2003 A6 2.7T new owner
 

Don Gunn wrote:
> I just bought a used 2003 A6 Turbo and have many questions:
>
> Can I buy a repair manual for it?
> It only came with 1 key, what is the best (cheapest) way to get new keys?
> Is it hard to change the spark plugs?
> There is a whining sound coming from the engine when it is first started and
> is cold, and it goes away after about 5 minutes - any ideas?
> The silly cup holder between the seats will not lock into the closed
> position - how do I pull the center console to repair it?
> The front VC rubber covers are torn - are their split replacement boots
> available for me to use?
> My car has 75,000 miles on it - should I be looking to replace the timing
> belt?
> The manual says to change the brake fluid every 2 years (hethis has never been
> done) - is this really necessary?
> Is it worth re-chipping this car for more HP?
>
> Any other things I might want to know about?


You can buy a full repair manual at a dealer, should include all
manuals,ie. radio etc.
the keys you have to buy them from the dealer, and immobilize them(
program)to the car, if you dont> you cant start your car with the new
keys.
Plugs are not hard to replace, but they will be if you dont know what
you are doing.
The whining sound is your secondary air pump working, its normal for
it to run for about a minute or two when first started.
The cupholder you have to replace.
VC???? if you mean c/v joints on front axles, they are sold
separatly in the dealer but not sure if you can get them aftermarket.
but it is easier and cheaper to get a whole rebuilt axle.
Timing belt, water pump thermostat, belt tensioner, and roler should
be done at 60k.
yes replace the brake fluid its cheap.
Honestly I had a friend that chipped his 2.7 A6 it didint work for
him too long, he had all sorts of problems afterwards.