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Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 4th August 2014, 06:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,989
Posted By jonk
So this was a free repair because it's a recall...

So this was a free repair because it's a recall item or similar? I have a 3.7 D3 running fine (touch wood!) but very occasionally as you go to start it, it clicks as if the battery is dead, but a...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 25th July 2014, 10:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By jonk
Not too sure... But glad that seems to have reset...

Not too sure... But glad that seems to have reset and brought it back to life! I've been away for 6 weeks and the car has been with my dad who kept it ticking over. Having left it for a fortnight it...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 25th July 2014, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By jonk
Well... I took a punt on fuse 13 on drivers side....

Well... I took a punt on fuse 13 on drivers side. Fuse was fine - roof electrics was the circuit. But, pulling it out and pushing it back has done the trick and must have reset something somewhere.
...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 24th July 2014, 11:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By jonk
...and should have confirmed, it's a 2003 model...

...and should have confirmed, it's a 2003 model without the interior lighting pack, just the standard. Thanks
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 24th July 2014, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,748
Posted By jonk
No dimming mirror or ambient lights

Hi guys,

Is there a fuse that covers the above? The courtesy lights and map reading lights are all fine, front and rear. However, my dimming mirror is no longer working, and neither are the little...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 23rd July 2014, 08:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,155
Posted By jonk
Yup, I have used Andy's kit too...highly...

Yup, I have used Andy's kit too...highly recommended.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 23rd July 2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,452
Posted By jonk
If the compressor is dying you can expect any or...

If the compressor is dying you can expect any or all of

1. Hearing the compressor working perhaps with a light knocking noise
2. The green low suspension light on more often even if in Comfort...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 29th May 2014, 08:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
Loud whirring... But at least they don't grind...

Loud whirring... But at least they don't grind anymore! Yes, they are noisy compared to my Dad's newer A5 but I think that's just what they're like by design.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 28th May 2014, 05:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
As luck would have it, Euro Car Parts had one off...

As luck would have it, Euro Car Parts had one off side rest in stock which is what I needed £168 all in with the motor and caliper. Irritatingly, I had just paid £250 each for just the motors from...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 28th May 2014, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
What an expensive ball ache! Two motors supplied...

What an expensive ball ache! Two motors supplied by Audi - both existing ones were in very bad shape. One new one fitted and went on fine, the off side however was a mess. After much wrestling, it...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 19th May 2014, 04:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
Well.... A little further digging reveals that...

Well.... A little further digging reveals that the park brake motors are available separately from the whole caliper assembly as pictured.

Two motors should be with me by the morning and I'll then...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 14th May 2014, 07:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
Hugely helpful guys, thanks lots. That mister...

Hugely helpful guys, thanks lots. That mister auto link looks very good. I'll see if my local Indy can source and fit early next week.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 13th May 2014, 08:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
Seems I need a new caliper.... Any suggestions?...

Seems I need a new caliper.... Any suggestions? Audi want top dollar of course! A few pattern alternatives but slightly wary on quality. A8 parts have been mailed but I know they'll be in short...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 9th May 2014, 10:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,134
Posted By jonk
Mine does this... Just settled a little over...

Mine does this... Just settled a little over time. Absolutely right, the low level green light stays on around 5-10 seconds and things rise as normal.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 4th May 2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,189
Posted By jonk
Parking Brake jammed on today!

After months of distrust it finally happened - the top part of the display on the dash flicked up with a parking brake warning and usually, cycling it on and off a few times clears the issue.
This...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 18th April 2014, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,507
Posted By jonk
No air - rear vents

Hi everyone,

Can anyone suggest why the non climate rear vents are not delivering any air flow?
My understanding was they worked from the same fans as the front. Flaps are open and nothing at all...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 16th March 2014, 10:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,652
Posted By jonk
You're right. You'll fry the transmission and run...

You're right. You'll fry the transmission and run the risk of toasting a load of other stuff.

4.2s are usually pretty sprightly off the line. Hire a Chevy Aveo 1.2 for a couple of days, then get...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th February 2014, 11:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,441
Posted By jonk
Just like Manny, I had mine rebuilt too... I too...

Just like Manny, I had mine rebuilt too... I too can hear exactly this noise only when crawling through slow traffic and everything else is quiet or the radio is very low.

All seems to be working...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 31st January 2014, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,076
Posted By jonk
So after a day or two of driving with the...

So after a day or two of driving with the refurbed compressor, I'm impressed! The rear seems higher and in line with the front now. It may be placebo, but I'm sure the ride is a little firmer and...
Forum: D3 - Interior Trims 31st January 2014, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,216
Posted By jonk
Yes mine always resumes from where it was left. I...

Yes mine always resumes from where it was left. I only ever see the start up screen if I reboot it. Otherwise, never.
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 30th January 2014, 11:23 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,737
Posted By jonk
Well all seems ok after my repair so far. All...

Well all seems ok after my repair so far. All functions there, no compressor banging. The front looks high however, and I'm convinced the ride in comfort is firmer than it was before... Anyway, I'm...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 29th January 2014, 06:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,076
Posted By jonk
Sure... Kit is a replacement piston ring and seal...

Sure... Kit is a replacement piston ring and seal for the compressor. It restores pressure and is a cheap, worthwhile and very efficient fix assuming the compressor motor itself is still ok.

This...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 29th January 2014, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,076
Posted By jonk
Absolutely! Just hoping there's not a further...

Absolutely! Just hoping there's not a further electrical glitch in there... Time will tell. Fault codes cleared and a short run didn't bring them back so we'll see. All ok with yours?
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 29th January 2014, 04:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,076
Posted By jonk
Air suspension crossing fingers!

So... Bagpipe Andy's miracle kit fitted and I have lift back! Fault codes revealed 1577 Shut off due to overheating
1772 implausible signal wire for pressure sender
1400 lower limit not achieved
...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 28th January 2014, 04:47 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,737
Posted By jonk
Mine getting fitted tomorrow. Fingers crossed!

Mine getting fitted tomorrow. Fingers crossed!
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 22nd January 2014, 01:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,437
Posted By jonk
Many thanks. I've found an ex VW/Audi tech fairly...

Many thanks. I've found an ex VW/Audi tech fairly close by and spoke to him today. My regular independent just won't touch air suspension whereas this other chap seemed perfectly happy to refurbish...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 22nd January 2014, 11:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,437
Posted By jonk
Good to hear your issues are sorted... My indi...

Good to hear your issues are sorted... My indi won't touch this unfortunately, who did you use in your neck of the woods?

Thanks!
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 21st January 2014, 05:22 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,737
Posted By jonk
Great! I think this could be my issue too. Did a...

Great! I think this could be my issue too. Did a big drive today and on starting the green light was on and went out after 10 secs or so but no lift. Then after 20 mins of driving, all functions...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 21st January 2014, 08:22 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 26,737
Posted By jonk
Good luck for the repair... Let me know how you...

Good luck for the repair... Let me know how you get on. Just lift that is sometimes available or not at the mo, so perhaps the compressor is weak. For £25 I may just buy the kit and suggest the guys...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th January 2014, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,437
Posted By jonk
Is it the piston ring set? They're very cheap!!...

Is it the piston ring set? They're very cheap!! If that's what the problem happens to be...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th January 2014, 09:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,437
Posted By jonk
Interesting thanks... It's in a week today so...

Interesting thanks... It's in a week today so will see what they say. Yup, holds height overnight fine and no horrible noises. I sometimes wonder if the front is higher than it should be when...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 20th January 2014, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,437
Posted By jonk
Intermittent suspension issues

Hi all,

Having a new parking sensor fitted so will get the ace local indi to read the codes on the suspension while he's there. However, my first glitch:

Very occasionally get the amber light...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 24th December 2013, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,740
Posted By jonk
I wish I could find an ancient SIM card... Tried...

I wish I could find an ancient SIM card... Tried using a PAYG one and it won't get recognised. Been quoted £400 to upgrade to full Bluetooth...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 16th December 2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,232
Posted By jonk
Yup, I see exactly what you're saying thanks......

Yup, I see exactly what you're saying thanks... What I'm trying to say in short it, it doesn't matter whether it's on auto, defrost, face vents anywhere... Whichever function is selected means I...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 16th December 2013, 02:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,232
Posted By jonk
When it's playing up, no air from anywhere! Max...

When it's playing up, no air from anywhere! Max defrost for example, you can hear the blowers going full whack but no air into the car at all. Yeah I do usually use auto and when it's working there's...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 16th December 2013, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,232
Posted By jonk
Weird no air issue

Hi everyone,

So every so often, the climate system will not allow any air through the vents. I had the codes read and climate reset and all was well yet occasionally, the same problem occurs.
...
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