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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
12th May 2024, 05:55 PM
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Brakes activating on their own
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dangerdred
Brakes activating on their own
Car has developed an issue with the brakes, where it can't be driven more than a few miles before the brakes start to activate on their own, gradually the force increasing to eventually lock the...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
24th February 2024, 05:35 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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dangerdred
Apologies for never wrapping this up - issue was...
Apologies for never wrapping this up - issue was indeed knackered crank pulley and car was back to normal after I replaced it with part I posted above.
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D3 - Interior Electrics
30th December 2023, 07:03 PM
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Strange electrical issues
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22,195
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dangerdred
Just to add/close - all my strange behaviours...
Just to add/close - all my strange behaviours seems to have been resolved with a new key fob battery!
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D3 - Interior Electrics
29th October 2023, 03:57 PM
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Strange electrical issues
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22,195
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dangerdred
Thanks, yes, like I said, the only new errors...
Thanks, yes, like I said, the only new errors that are bothering me are the parking brake and alarm horn. The intake manifold error is on the car since I bought it - I've seen the replacement kits on...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
23rd October 2023, 08:17 PM
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21
Strange electrical issues
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22,195
Posted By
dangerdred
Had a few more instances of the key fob not being...
Had a few more instances of the key fob not being detected when locking/unlocking the car and several scans similar to the below errors but with a Navigation defective media error also. I removed the...
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D3 - Interior Trims
21st October 2023, 10:34 PM
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Alternative Uses for Centre Console Ashtray Space
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34,110
Posted By
dangerdred
Yes, I was talking about the ashtray area in...
Yes, I was talking about the ashtray area in front of the gear selector that has the removable plastic insert, I throw my keys where Conquistador has his missile launcher buttons, but would like to...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
21st October 2023, 04:15 PM
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21
Strange electrical issues
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22,195
Posted By
dangerdred
Do I risk hijacking this thread? :tuttut:...
Do I risk hijacking this thread? :tuttut: Definitely quailfies for strange electrical issues!
Looking through the first scan above I saw a lot of errors the same as what I'm getting with my scan...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
4th December 2022, 11:58 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Yes, I'd imagine the 059105251DJ part number...
Yes, I'd imagine the 059105251DJ part number applies to the end of the D3 run.
When I originally rang Audi with the AD number the guy told me that the part number had been superseded but wouldn't...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
4th December 2022, 01:28 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks for the info Steamship. Yes I got that...
Thanks for the info Steamship. Yes I got that same part number from an online catalog and although I've not seen the actual part on the car, I've no reason to think it's incorrect. When I entered it...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
2nd December 2022, 11:14 AM
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22
(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Great call. Had a look with the mechanic today...
Great call.
Had a look with the mechanic today and it's the crank pulley that's going in and out and fouling a metal pipe that runs behind the radiator. The belt and all pulleys spin away no problem...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
30th November 2022, 10:42 AM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks for the input. Yes indeed, the belt would...
Thanks for the input. Yes indeed, the belt would tie all my issues together and although I haven't seen exactly what the mechanic is talking about as regards the fanbelt getting fouled, a crankshaft...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
26th November 2022, 04:56 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
OK, so my issue is getting curiouser and...
OK, so my issue is getting curiouser and curiouser...mechanic tells me the PS pump is gone and rack is OK, but I now also have a battery not getting charged issue along with either the fanbelt or one...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
17th November 2022, 12:36 AM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks yes, I'd read that post before but...
Thanks yes, I'd read that post before but couldn't remember was it here or Audiworld with the petrol engines. I have that PDF but as often is the way, sometimes a job can be done easier when not...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
16th November 2022, 12:28 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Mechanic has come back to me saying I need to...
Mechanic has come back to me saying I need to replace my rack. Does anyone know if it's a definite engine out on a 3.0 TDI for steering rack replacement?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
17th October 2022, 12:15 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
Strange, so I charged my battery and it was 12.8V...
Strange, so I charged my battery and it was 12.8V after letting it sitting disconnected from the charger overnight, but when I connected it back up to the car I had two bars on the MMI!!. I cleared...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
16th October 2022, 03:38 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
I have a multimeter yes. I went out now to test...
I have a multimeter yes. I went out now to test the voltage on the battery and it's at 12.2V. I got into the car and turned on the ignition and now I see two bars on the MMI!. When I checked the...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
16th October 2022, 01:13 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
It was very hard to see the fluid level so I...
It was very hard to see the fluid level so I poured in a little more to see, and it came to the brim almost immediately, so looks like there's no fluid shortage. With the battery having been depleted...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
14th October 2022, 11:15 PM
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(Power)steering failure
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10,583
Posted By
dangerdred
(Power)steering failure - turns out it's Crank Pulley failure.
Apologies...it's a little long.
On my way home tonight, I was doing a right-hand turn to merge out onto a dual carriageway, and as I turned to join the initial merging lane, I turned the steering...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
5th September 2021, 09:08 PM
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5
Caliper Carrier Bolt removal
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10,588
Posted By
dangerdred
I'm lost, caliper carrier bolt and suspension...
I'm lost, caliper carrier bolt and suspension leg??
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
5th September 2021, 09:05 PM
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steering rack
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6,422
Posted By
dangerdred
I'm wondering do you mean 'creaking' although I'd...
I'm wondering do you mean 'creaking' although I'd describe mine more as moaning and groaning when turning the steering wheel. I had this before and topped up the fluid reservoir - and this was not...
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D3 - Interior Trims
3rd September 2021, 04:18 PM
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5
Alternative Uses for Centre Console Ashtray Space
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34,110
Posted By
dangerdred
which one deploys the missiles?:D
which one deploys the missiles?:D
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D3 - Interior Trims
3rd September 2021, 09:57 AM
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5
Alternative Uses for Centre Console Ashtray Space
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34,110
Posted By
dangerdred
Alternative Uses for Centre Console Ashtray Space
Has anyone heard of or seen any alternative uses that the centre ashtray space can be put to?
Forum:
D3 - Interior Trims
2nd September 2021, 04:37 PM
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2
Rear Armrest Stowage Compartment Lid Latch
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7,927
Posted By
dangerdred
I got this done in the end, and when I looked at...
I got this done in the end, and when I looked at it again, it all seemed fairly obvious, so not sure what I was thinking how it fitted originally other than that I was putting too much thought into...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
28th August 2021, 02:51 PM
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1
Front Brake Pads Change
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4,837
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dangerdred
Front Brake Pads Change
My front 1LG brakes need new pads. These (https://www.mister-auto.ie/brake-pads/ate/13-0460-7201-2) should be arriving one of these days now and as I haven't done this before, I'm just wondering if...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
20th August 2021, 05:14 PM
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Pf mirror cases on fl mirror mechs
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9,231
Posted By
dangerdred
Compare part numbers for the mirror glass, the...
Compare part numbers for the mirror glass, the housing cover would be different as they fold differently.
Forum:
D3 - Lights
15th August 2021, 12:40 AM
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30
D3 Rear lights removal / Facelift Retrofit
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64,273
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks for that. I see I can get the brand new...
Thanks for that. I see I can get the brand new ULO or a secondhand original for the same money. I still haven't decided as I'm half leaning to the secondhand one so that it blends in with what's...
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D3 - Lights
13th August 2021, 03:59 PM
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30
D3 Rear lights removal / Facelift Retrofit
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64,273
Posted By
dangerdred
I need to replace my nearside outer as it's after...
I need to replace my nearside outer as it's after getting cracked. Before I go straight to the Audi dealer, can anyone tell me what brand are used OEM or can recommend any one in particular? I see...
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D3 - Common Faults
23rd July 2021, 11:44 PM
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20
washer fluid leak
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42,243
Posted By
dangerdred
I ordered a direct replacement new VDO pump...
I ordered a direct replacement new VDO pump (https://www.mister-auto.ie/washer-pump/vdo/246-082-008-025z/), and what arrived was a 'Continental' brand pump which I then found out to be part of the...
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D3 - Interior Trims
23rd July 2021, 09:52 PM
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11
Mmi control knob
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15,354
Posted By
dangerdred
Ah yes OK, I had thought the dealer price was...
Ah yes OK, I had thought the dealer price was around the sixty mark. If only twenty something I'll give them a ring on Monday.
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D3 - Interior Trims
20th July 2021, 07:04 PM
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11
Mmi control knob
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15,354
Posted By
dangerdred
Does anyone have a recommended source for a...
Does anyone have a recommended source for a replacement MMI volume control knob? The foil on my own one was slightly damaged and was catching my finger so I pulled it off completely with the...
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D3 - Common Faults
30th June 2021, 10:19 PM
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20
washer fluid leak
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42,243
Posted By
dangerdred
I found the source of my leak - water coming up...
I found the source of my leak - water coming up through my windscreen washer pump and leaking straight out of the body - failed shaft seal
https://i.imgur.com/kYdwGffl.jpg
I will go at taking...
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D3 - Common Faults
20th June 2021, 07:51 PM
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20
washer fluid leak
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42,243
Posted By
dangerdred
Ah yes, thanks. I've done a bit more reading and...
Ah yes, thanks. I've done a bit more reading and see the pumps themselves leak which I'm suspecting is my issue.
I've only just had it all back together after replacing the front upper suspension...
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D3 - Interior Trims
20th June 2021, 07:45 PM
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2
Rear Armrest Stowage Compartment Lid Latch
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7,927
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dangerdred
Rear Armrest Stowage Compartment Lid Latch
Has anyone any tip for refitting the latch/catch that releases the cover on the rear centre armrest stowage box? I'm finding it impossible to get it reattached.
https://i.imgur.com/HNkNcC6l.jpg
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D3 - Common Faults
20th June 2021, 10:19 AM
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20
washer fluid leak
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42,243
Posted By
dangerdred
I fitted the new section of corrugated piping for...
I fitted the new section of corrugated piping for the headlight washers but I still have the same leak. It's behind the OS front wheel, and in anything I've read I'm lead to believe that this can be...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
20th June 2021, 10:10 AM
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S8 D3 front suspension knocking
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7,790
Posted By
dangerdred
When you replaced the ARB you replaced the...
When you replaced the ARB you replaced the drop-links as well?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
20th June 2021, 10:02 AM
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Persistent knocking - diagnosis elusive
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6,591
Posted By
dangerdred
Why not just buy the offending corner?
Why not just buy the offending corner?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
16th June 2021, 06:25 PM
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36
Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
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dangerdred
I don't know anything about Meyle, I bought TRW...
I don't know anything about Meyle, I bought TRW even though I'd usually buy Lemforder parts. I still have the TRW bushes I bought (JBU138) as I wasn't able to remove the arms without damaging the...
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D3 - Common Faults
16th June 2021, 05:51 PM
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20
washer fluid leak
Views:
42,243
Posted By
dangerdred
and...even later to this...I had been noticing a...
and...even later to this...I had been noticing a wet patch behind the OS front wheel for a while now and the washer fluid level needing top-up not long after previous top-up. I pulled driver side...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
24th May 2021, 06:21 PM
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Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
Yeh, I'm after buying some of the rivet clips. I...
Yeh, I'm after buying some of the rivet clips. I didn't get the tie-rod out in the end and I wasn't going to start cutting it like was suggested, so I got the arms out the conventional way by...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
14th May 2021, 06:07 PM
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Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
Have managed to get the drivers side done - found...
Have managed to get the drivers side done - found it a right bitch of a job tbh.
Is there any knack in getting the arch liner back in - I see the procedure mentioned in the pdf but in Rep-66 which I...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
4th May 2021, 02:42 PM
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36
Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
Now ya tell me!!...lol Indeed, no swing could...
Now ya tell me!!...lol
Indeed, no swing could be had with a hammer with the bearing housing on the car so I decided to take your lead and remove the whole assembly until I ran into the same problem...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
2nd May 2021, 03:48 PM
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Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
Are you doing this on the bench or on the car?
Are you doing this on the bench or on the car?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
1st May 2021, 06:52 PM
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Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
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dangerdred
Famous last words!...What an absolute pig of a...
Famous last words!...What an absolute pig of a job this has turned out to be. The long pinch bolt was seized solid in the wheel bearing housing and after hammering it and heating it to no result, I...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
23rd April 2021, 02:19 PM
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36
Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks for the above replies. Do I need to...
Thanks for the above replies. Do I need to disable Jacking Mode before lowering it onto axle stands, or/and will I need to calibrate the suspension afterwards?
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
22nd April 2021, 10:13 PM
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Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
I still haven't tackled this. The bushes are...
I still haven't tackled this. The bushes are after arriving but I'm now after ordering the complete arms thinking I'll change the bushes on the arms I take out at my leisure (if it ever actually...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
5th April 2021, 11:05 PM
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36
Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
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34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
I've found the Running Gear pdf - I must have...
I've found the Running Gear pdf - I must have skipped over it the first time I was downloading them. I've also ordered two bushings for either side rear arm - as they are a tenth of the price of a...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
4th April 2021, 12:44 PM
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Rear Window Demister Auto On
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5,077
Posted By
dangerdred
Thanks for the suggestions, if I ever get what...
Thanks for the suggestions, if I ever get what you're describing I'll know what to check. +++
I'm not having condensation issues - more of a laziness issue!! :D
Moment has passed now with Spring...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
3rd April 2021, 06:42 PM
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36
Front upper suspension arms , d3 s8
Views:
34,096
Posted By
dangerdred
I'll go at replacing both side upper rear arms in...
I'll go at replacing both side upper rear arms in the next week or so. Is there a PDF for the service procedure on this? Also, will I have to do the tracking after replacing these?
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D3 - Interior Electrics
2nd April 2021, 04:01 PM
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3
Rear Window Demister Auto On
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5,077
Posted By
dangerdred
Rear Window Demister Auto On
Hi all and a Happy Easter to everyone.
Can anyone tell me if it's possible to toggle a setting using VCDS (or not) so that the car activates the rear window demister every time it's started? I...
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D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering
4th February 2021, 05:52 PM
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Guide: Rear Brake Caliper Piston Rebuild
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12,874
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dangerdred
Ah nice, thanks for that. I've bought two new...
Ah nice, thanks for that. I've bought two new rears at this stage and have two spares that I'm hoping to eventually refurbish - up to now I was gonna reuse the old o-rings.
Is it a thing on...
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