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Hey vinman,

Superspring does make downpipes for the 3.0TDI, while APR has their Carbonio intakes. I haven't see a full exhaust system from any manufacturer...maybe another member can chime in on this one?

APR does have a flash for the 3.0TDI but just a heads up, flashing your vehicle will void your warranty :(

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Hey goldy1003,


Your 2007 A8 should be equipped with a motorized sunroof deflector. Check that first and ensure it is not binding or seizing.
If it is the sunroof motor itself, check if the sunroof guides are free from debris and that there is nothing impeding the glass as it travels. Also, visually inspect the tracking to see if both sides are aligned.

Accessing either motor requires some interior trim removal...it all depends on how mechanically inclined you are :p

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thank you

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No problem vinman!

Just realized a typo...its SupersprinT...not SupersprinG :p

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HI THERE I THINK MY MMI OR MY COMPUTER IS HAVING A FOULS CONTACT BECAUSE A COUPLE TIME THE CD IS PLAYING AND OUT OF NOWHERE STOPS I HAVE TO PUT THE RADIO AND THEN BACK TO THE CD
ALSO WHILE I WAS DRIVEN ONCE THE NO KEY NEAR BY SHOW UP ON THE CLUSTER
AND LAST THE MEMORY ON MY SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL SOME TIMES WORK AND SOME TIME DOESN'T
THANKS FOR LISTEN TO MY PROBLEM
:confused:

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Hello,

I have a 2005 A6. I want to install a port for iPod use. Is this possible? What is required?

The vehicle has a DVD navigation system. Is it possible to play music DVD through this player? I'm guess I would lose the navigation capabilities if I did this. Alternatively, how do I go about upgrading the navigation system?

Thank you.

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Hello, I have a 2013 s4 and am looking at buying a 2014 A6, there is a Land of quattro package on the 2.0t and I am trying to find a picture or video or something to see what it looks like, any thoughts?

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Hey goldy1003,

By any chance do you have access to VAGCOM? A scan will determine if any of the modules are reporting errors.
The MMI runs on a MOST system; if there is an interruption in the ring, an error will be reported.
The 'no key' message may be a low battery, faulty antenna or a glitch in the ignition module.
The seat memory issues could be related to the comfort convenience module.

All of your issues correspond to certain modules in the car...before replacing or condemning anything, a VAGCOM scan is where I would start.

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Hey bernard_jospeh,

With your A6, there are two options which retain the look of the dash and functionality. Because the A6 uses a MOST system, the options are fairly limited.
The first is an AMI retrofit kit from Audi...pretty much the entire system and glovebox. The second is the Dension Gateway 500 as an aftermarket solution. There are other vendors which sell stand alone navigation head units but we can't comment on their quality or how well they work.
With regards to the music DVD, did you mean a DVD Audio disc? You would somehow have to bypass the "No TV in motion" lock ...in short, the OEM DVD equipment will not play back anything other than the navigation discs.
Software/firmware upgrade discs for the unit and map discs are available through the dealer.

If you were looking at replacing/upgrading the head unit, you would need to find a replacement which is MOST compatible. Or ditch the MOST system altogether :p

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Hi gerrymanna,

Bored of the S4? :p

Unfortunately, we have the same access to promotional material as you do...basically whatever is on the internet. As far as I can tell, there hasn't been officially released from Audi Canada regarding the Land of Quattro package for the A6 and usually their website is pretty up to date. The only option that shows up is the Black Effects package?

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Hey motor fabrik
do you think any kind of vagcom will work or i need to get any specific?
And thanks for having the time to answer my questions

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Hi Motor FabriK
I ve Scaned the Car by a specialist and here is the log
18201 Transmission Output Speed Sensor 2 ( G196)
P1793-000 - No Signal - MIL ON
Freeze Frame :
Fault Statut : 11110000
Fault Priority :0
Fault Frequency : 254
Reset counter : 255
Time Indication : 0
Date : 2064.00.00
Time : 00:00:00
What can be the root cause , because i want to avoid to Pay to much for that.
Let me know if you have any question about symtoms
Thank You

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I have a 2012 down here in Illinois...
We are suffering from the BlackHawks loss to the Champs.

My wife has cracked er windshield now for the second time.
A rock hit her close to the edge of the windshield on drivers side eye level.
Is this a common problem?
Did anyone come up with a front end deflector yet??
Thanks for the info...

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No problem!

VCDS by Rosstech would be the most comprehensive software suite for diagnosis. A VW/Audi specialized garage should have it.

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Hey greenline4,

Is your A4 equipped with CVT? Does your PRNDS flash at all?

That code is related to the TCM and incorrect output reading from the gearbox. . Check if there is any damage to the wiring/connectors. If the wiring/connectors are good, replacing the TCM is the only real option. The G196 sensor is built into the TCM on CVT transmissions

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hey audishrink,

That just sounds like a bit of bad luck unfortunately :(

Searching all the popular auto accessory websites and there doesn't seem to be one available.

Maybe another member can chime in if they've come across it?

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thank You motor Fabrik
What do you mean CVT and PRNDS ?
Thanks

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Thanks!

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Hello,

I have two questions regarding my A3 2009:

1) I noticed recently when I start the car it vibrates for while until warm. Its not a hard vibrate but still noticeable. What could be the cause? Is this a sign that sparks plugs or coils are going?

2) I have scheduled my 115KM maintenance with the dealer. Spark Plugs, In cabin filter, CVT fluid change, Oil Change, Computer scan, all costing $900.00. Should I really be going to the dealer for all these items? Is there a reputable place that will give a better price and do a good job, with warranty?

Please Help.

Thanks,

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Hi MotorFabrik, I am now the proud owner of a 2005 S4 Avant with 127,000 km in near perfect condition and by all appearances well maintained. I called the Audi dealer where it had it's reg maintenance done and they reported no unusual issues and that it looked like a good car. CEL appeared after first fill up and I assumed it was the gas cap. Our decoder flagged " mixture too lean" After adding gas line antifreeze and re capping, husband removed code with his decoder it still came back, not flashing. Car runs beautiful. Note: I have had a strange power surge( lasts a couple of secs) two separate occasions just after take off and never returns during trip. Any ideas? Also does the generic decoder work as well as the VAG that you all talk about?

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Hey greenline4,

CVT refers to the type of transmission...yours may be a CVT or regular Tiptronic automatic. If you are not sure, check your trans code in the wheel well where all the option codes are located. Or if you would like, private message me with your VIN and we can find out.

PRNDS refers to the gear selection display on your dashboard. Does a red box ever appear around the letters and flash?

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Hey DrewLocks,

Is your A3 a 2.0T or 3.2?

(1) How are the revs on start up? Do they vary while the car is vibrating? No CEL right? Leaky injectors and wonky fuel sensors are somewhat of a common issue but without a little more information/seeing the car, its hard to make an exact determination.

(2) Shameless plug here :p but we are running promotions for 55KM/115KM regularly scheduled Audi maintenance. We also go a bit further than the dealer, use only OEM parts, all of our work is warranty-approved and carries a parts+labor guarantee. Assuming you have an A3 2.0T Quattro with CVT, we would do the following: oil change, all filters (fuel/air/charcoal cabin), spark plugs, brake flush, Haldex service, ribbed belt and CVT fluid/filter for 670$. This includes a full visual and VAGCOM scan. If this sounds good, give us a shout!

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Hi Darlene,

Congrats on the car! Its a fun ride and rare to find an Avant! What colour?

A couple of questions if you don't mind. Do you have the exact code? Do you remember if the code stated Bank 1 or Bank 2? Or was it Bank 1 and Bank 2? If the light came back pretty much right away, its a hard fault. A smoke test can reveal if its a vacuum leak around the intake ...fairly common issue.

Power surge as in the RPMs jump high and the car doesn't move? Could you explain the issue a little more?

VAGCOM has many functions that a generic code doesn't...it especially excels at pinpointing certain issues and running input/output tests. It is a wise investment if you tend to do a lot of DIY.

Now slightly off topic but still relevant to your car. Please keep on top of your oil changes...do not exceed the 5K mark with that motor. The 4.2 V8 in that year S4 is infamous for eating cam chain tensioners and guides. This is a costly repair...we currently have a 2004 S4 with only 100K in the shop for the same job. Doing your oil changes before the recommended interval is your cheapest insurance in avoiding this issue.

If you hear any sort of extended cam chain rattle when cold, accompanied with cam adjuster codes, address the issue immediately...continued driving will bend a valve.

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sent you guys a pm MotorFabrik, thanks.

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Thanks for the quick reply. My car is Silver. It was a GTA car so you may even know it! Had to wait for Hubby to get the code for me again. Here it is. P 2098 'Post catalyst fuel trim system too lean Bank 2' From what I have read it could be a leak or a sensor. The car seems to be running smoothly though. As for the surges, it was the same feeling of a cruise control taking over for a second or two and then it cut off. Hard to say how much the car moved it was mostly a wtf moment lol, and gone the next. Hasn't happened since. I'm still learning the controls and haven't even used the cruise yet. Hubby wants to put in more gas line antifreeze at next fill up. He says he had this code once on a Ford pickup and that's what cleared it . Hard to say how long the car may have sat with small amounts of gas in it. I plan on being pro active with the oil changes but is there a way to check the chain tensioners and followers with out major surgery? No rattle on start up that we can hear

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just purchased a 200 A6 2.8 Quattro A Audi
about a week after the purchase the check engine light came on and it stays on...
changed oil and filters and still on..
seems to be running ok
any advice??

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Not a problem! We are here to help out however we can. This is where VAGCOM or a really good scan tool can come in handy...live readings from the 02 sensor would help rule out if it is indeed the sensor. There is also the possibility of a cat that's plugged if there has been an extended period of misfires or running rich.

There were no other fuel system codes? Also, the mention of gas line anti-freeze brings up another question...how is the quality of gasoline in your area? Please only use a quality 91 for that motor.

The surge may have been an one-off but if possible, scan the TCM for any codes (assuming its an automatic here).

Finally, unfortunately there is no way to check the condition of the guides and tensioners. Your first sign will be cam adjuster codes and/or the cold chain rattle. That's why early oil changes with a quality 5w-40 syn oil are highly recommended.

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Hey larryallen,

The first step in diagnosing the issue would be to scan your vehicle to determine the nature of your CEL. After finding out what the CEL is, we can move to the next stage.

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Hi, I have a 2005 A4 Avant. Auto 1.8T. I've got a random misfire Cylinder 1. Coil packs replaced/plugs changed, MAF cleaned. Still cant get rid of it. Battery is low and I've heard this will sometimes cause the misfire? It will run rough right when starting up but after about 30secs it will calm back down no misfire. However as soon as take it out on road to drive it the misfire returns. Any help would be appreciated . Thanks Jesse

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Hey 05Audi,

There are a number of causes for a misfire but if you know the battery is bad, it is in the realm of possibility the alternator is not compensating for it. Rule out the charging system with a new battery and an alternator test. Ensure you test the alternator at the source.

Assuming the plugs and coils are good, check the wiring harness for any frays/cracks. The next step would be a smoke test to rule out a vacuum leak. Also, look for a possible leaky injector...the o-rings tend to get brittle. Those are the first couple of steps in diagnosis.

The misfire code on Cyl 1 was the only you got? Was the car scanned using VAGCOM?

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do you know of any legitimate Audi A8 L independent mechanics in the Indianapolis Indiana area?

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Hey boss64,

Unfortunately not :(. We are located up here in Toronto

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Anybody here know where I can get the anti-roll bars with installation? On a Q5 TDI! Thanks

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Hi, thanks again for your advice, you are a great resource. Steve removed the CEL and put in another gas line antifreeze and so far the CEL has not returned. The car just runs too good to think that there is something more significant going on but it does make us pay close attention to it. Yes it's an automatic. I love driving it and hope that the surge was just a glitch maybe fuel oriented, if not will scan the TCM

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Am just in the process of buying a 2001 Audi tt with the 5 spd. regular 180 h.p. When I tried it out on the road, the rev limiter cuts the engine out momentarily at 4500 rpm. This appears to me to be way to low. A local garage said he may be able to re-program this in order to have it cut out later. Is this possible? My wife and I are both 70 years of age and since we wont be hot-rodding the car I would prefer to complete delete the rev limiter. Is this possible? Otherwise, what could be the cause of the low rev limiter? Thank you.
Beezer and Ann

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Hello,

Been having non stop problems with my 2006 A3. Only happens when I've been driving for about an hour or so with the AC on. When i come to a stop and then take off again, my car "stalls" or looses power like its shutting off and then suddenly kicks in and runs fine until I stop and go again. This only happens after I have been driving around for a few with the AC on. The check engine light comes on temporarily and then shuts off. I keep taking it in but because there is no check engine light on they are unable to get a hard code. I'm loosing it here!

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Hey Boss. I have an 2010 A5, 2.0. AC not working. have it charged. compressor not kicking in. All fuses checked out ok. Any idea?

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Hello All,

Saturday I went to MotorFabrik shop for my 115,000 service on my Audi A3, and car is running amazing. I'm actually getting better mileage as a result of the service, and they do more than what the dealer does for a lot less money. A added plus was that all staff was extremely friendly!.

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Hi meeru,

Give us a shout ...we would be able to do that installation. Just curious though...are you upgrading yours or sticking with the stock ones?

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Hey Darlene,

No problem. Maintenance is key with these cars and ignoring any issue, no matter how trivial it may seem, usually leads to bigger ones. We don't mean to scare you off :p but we work on Audis on a daily basis