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Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 13th October 2024, 10:41 PM
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Views: 674
Posted By dangerdred
Some details about the car? Location?

Some details about the car? Location?
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 10th September 2024, 12:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
I pulled both front wheels off and OS disc is a...

I pulled both front wheels off and OS disc is a lot more scored than NS so will replace OS caliper in next few days as I already have one that I never fitted.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 1st September 2024, 01:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Thanks for all the help. I did nothing with...

Thanks for all the help.

I did nothing with VCDS other than scan for errors. I thought the pressure bleed with the engine running was enough to push fluid through the ABS pump, no?

I'm starting...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th August 2024, 12:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Did a scan and got no ABS fault. Will try...

Did a scan and got no ABS fault. Will try checking fuses and voltages to the ABS unit tomorrow to see if it turns up anything, hopefully dodgy wiring...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 18th August 2024, 11:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Thanks yes, I thought it might be the caliper...

Thanks yes, I thought it might be the caliper maybe not moving on the sliders or something but what has me baffled is the problem rectifies itself with a few deep pushes on the brake pedal. So the...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th August 2024, 07:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Car is driving again with intermittent brake...

Car is driving again with intermittent brake issues with brakes starting to come on slightly in the front - which is happening fairly frequently but not enough to have to pull over, and then again it...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 26th July 2024, 08:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Got the pressure up to 2 bar and bled from R/NS,...

Got the pressure up to 2 bar and bled from R/NS, R/OS, F/NS, F/OS with the engine running, and I now have brakes again. Was pretty hairy trying to move the car around with no brakes! Just need a new...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 25th July 2024, 11:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
Thanks, I'm reading lots of conflicting reports...

Thanks, I'm reading lots of conflicting reports many of them saying just connect the pressure bleeder at 2 bar, start at the caliper furthest away and bleed working back to the nearest caliper and no...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 24th July 2024, 03:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By dangerdred
This may be the second time you've saved my bacon...

This may be the second time you've saved my bacon if it turns out the replacement brake master cylinder replacement resolves my issue!

The problem I'm facing now after replacing the part is that...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 12th May 2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 14,376
Posted By 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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 24th February 2024, 06:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
Posted By 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.
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 30th December 2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,240
Posted By 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!
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 29th October 2023, 04:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,240
Posted By 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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 23rd October 2023, 09:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,240
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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 21st October 2023, 11:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 46,216
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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 21st October 2023, 05:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 29,240
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th December 2022, 12:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th December 2022, 02:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 2nd December 2022, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 30th November 2022, 11:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 26th November 2022, 05:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th November 2022, 01:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th November 2022, 01:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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?
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th October 2022, 01:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th October 2022, 04:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th October 2022, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 15th October 2022, 12:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,796
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th September 2021, 10:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 12,780
Posted By dangerdred
I'm lost, caliper carrier bolt and suspension...

I'm lost, caliper carrier bolt and suspension leg??
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th September 2021, 10:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 8,422
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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 3rd September 2021, 05:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 46,216
Posted By dangerdred
which one deploys the missiles?:D

which one deploys the missiles?:D
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 3rd September 2021, 10:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 46,216
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, 05:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,216
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 28th August 2021, 03:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 6,819
Posted By 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...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 20th August 2021, 06:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 10,927
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, 01:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 68,452
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...
Forum: D3 - Lights 13th August 2021, 04:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 68,452
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...
Forum: D3 - Common Faults 24th July 2021, 12:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,102
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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 23rd July 2021, 10:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,513
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.
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 20th July 2021, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,513
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...
Forum: D3 - Common Faults 30th June 2021, 11:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,102
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...
Forum: D3 - Common Faults 20th June 2021, 08:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,102
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...
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 20th June 2021, 08:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 9,216
Posted By 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
Forum: D3 - Common Faults 20th June 2021, 11:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,102
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th June 2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,974
Posted By dangerdred
When you replaced the ARB you replaced the...

When you replaced the ARB you replaced the drop-links as well?
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th June 2021, 11:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8,599
Posted By dangerdred
Why not just buy the offending corner?

Why not just buy the offending corner?
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th June 2021, 07:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 40,827
Posted By 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...
Forum: D3 - Common Faults 16th June 2021, 06:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 48,102
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 24th May 2021, 07:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 40,827
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 14th May 2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 40,827
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...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th May 2021, 03:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 40,827
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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