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D3 - Lights
25th June 2019, 01:04 PM
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7
Fault on read LED indicator
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Posted By
MAM
I had to replace the led units inside the lights....
I had to replace the led units inside the lights. I found some cracked lights being sold and swapped the internals over.
Condensation and water ingress had killed the led circuit boards. I had 2...
Forum:
D3 - Lights
28th December 2018, 07:23 AM
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7
Fault on read LED indicator
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13,270
Posted By
MAM
I have been looking for a replacement rear light ...
I have been looking for a replacement rear light but things have worsened leaving me to consider that it is not the light at fault.
The indicator now no longer works, and when on a journey...
Forum:
D3 - Lights
15th October 2018, 10:45 AM
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7
Fault on read LED indicator
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13,270
Posted By
MAM
Yes, very easy - took me a little time to find...
Yes, very easy - took me a little time to find the bolts, but open up the boot and at 90 degrees to the wing light cluster you will see 2 round covers - remove these and with a deep socket you can...
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D3 - Lights
12th October 2018, 10:28 AM
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7
Fault on read LED indicator
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13,270
Posted By
MAM
I have taken the unit apart and cannot see an...
I have taken the unit apart and cannot see an obvious issue - the bizarre thing is that when it is cold, the indicator works, but when it gets warmed up by the sun, it stops working.
I am...
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D3 - Lights
12th August 2018, 08:01 AM
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7
Fault on read LED indicator
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13,270
Posted By
MAM
Fault on read LED indicator
I have an issue where one of my rear indicators comes up with a fault after a period of use. The amount of time varies, and re-starting the car clears the issue for a short while.
The rear lights...
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D3 - Body and Exterior
6th October 2015, 09:43 PM
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Roof paint peeling problem
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2,671
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MAM
That's perfect, thanks. I can get it re-sprayed...
That's perfect, thanks. I can get it re-sprayed with minimal fuss as it looks pretty terrible at the moment. +++
Forum:
D3 - Body and Exterior
6th October 2015, 09:19 PM
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4
Roof paint peeling problem
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2,671
Posted By
MAM
Roof paint peeling problem
On the roof of a D3, there are strips running down each side where roof rails would normally be - I have no idea whether they are drainage covers or a feature.
The drivers side one is bubbling and...
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Other marques
7th September 2015, 06:06 PM
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Are Teslas any good?
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2,172,472
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MAM
I have just been across to Belgium (Driving...
I have just been across to Belgium (Driving through the Netherlands) on holiday in the 8 and saw 2 Grey model S Teslas
One was doing a steady 120kph in the middle lane as I wafted by - twas...
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D3 - Interior Electrics
1st July 2015, 05:18 PM
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4
DIS says key's battery is low...
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3,231
Posted By
MAM
Dunno if it will help, but I was having quite a...
Dunno if it will help, but I was having quite a few problems with remote batteries only lasting a few weeks. I found that due to me using the car mainly for small journeys, the problem was the...
Forum:
Owners Meets
25th May 2015, 06:45 AM
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45
Prize Donations Invited for Annual Meet 2015
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19,531
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MAM
I'll bring a bottle of Moet, some nice Port and...
I'll bring a bottle of Moet, some nice Port and Scarborough bickies.
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Owners Meets
20th May 2015, 06:28 AM
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27
Annual Meet Menus
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13,170
Posted By
MAM
My menu has also been emailed.
My menu has also been emailed.
Forum:
D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV
14th May 2015, 08:51 PM
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85
D3 - Retrofit Bluetooth to Replace Fixed Handset
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46,170
Posted By
MAM
After finding out that my installed unit was...
After finding out that my installed unit was fried - this could have been either me installing the MMI upgrade, or I bought a dud - I bought another replacement unit.
I have taken this unit and...
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D3 - Interior Trims
14th May 2015, 08:36 PM
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5
Centre console
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3,826
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MAM
Well after a bit of messing about, I removed...
Well after a bit of messing about,
I removed the old centre console
Struggled to insert the replacement leather one as the fit is a hell of a lot tighter that the original,
Flattened the...
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - General
14th May 2015, 03:50 PM
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2
AMI 2G Retrofit kit
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2,696
Posted By
MAM
I'll have it - and I am off to the meet.....
I'll have it - and I am off to the meet.....
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For Sale and Wanted - General
13th April 2015, 12:33 PM
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8
Random D3 bits
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3,075
Posted By
MAM
Ah, that's what I was afraid of, I have one of...
Ah, that's what I was afraid of, I have one of those in the loft. :(
Forum:
For Sale and Wanted - General
13th April 2015, 07:20 AM
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8
Random D3 bits
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3,075
Posted By
MAM
I would like to check that the Bluetooth module...
I would like to check that the Bluetooth module is the correct on for me as mine is fried. If it fixes my issue, that would be stellar.
Mike
Forum:
D2 - Everything else
5th March 2015, 07:09 PM
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13
Non-sunroof D2 S8
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7,225
Posted By
MAM
I am probably one of the few, but that makes it...
I am probably one of the few, but that makes it more appealing - why taking a can opener to a roof is seen as a good this is beyond me.. :ROFL:
Forum:
D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
17th February 2015, 02:08 PM
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10
The Ultimate MPG log?
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6,992
Posted By
MAM
The file opened straight away for me, so it looks...
The file opened straight away for me, so it looks like it is working fine.
Forum:
Daily banter
10th February 2015, 08:17 PM
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11
Audi Dealers
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5,854
Posted By
MAM
Well, I have collected my car from York Audi...
Well, I have collected my car from York Audi after an interim service. They were great and immediately advised me of the internet offer of £370 for the service covering plugs, pollen filter, oil...
Forum:
D3 - Interior Electrics
4th February 2015, 07:48 PM
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2
Drivers Door Wiring
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2,594
Posted By
MAM
Drivers Door Wiring
I have a new fault that should be fairly easily fixed, buy I need a little info so I can get the right parts, or direction for further investigation.
My drivers door wiring must have some damage...
Forum:
Owners Meets
21st January 2015, 06:27 PM
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153
2015 uk a8/s8 owners annual meet
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130,262
Posted By
MAM
Yes, they only have 11 rooms and they filled up a...
Yes, they only have 11 rooms and they filled up a couple of days ago - We booked an alternative a few mins away. There do seem to be a few good B&B's, but as most here, one of my key requirements...
Forum:
Owners Meets
20th January 2015, 08:45 PM
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153
2015 uk a8/s8 owners annual meet
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130,262
Posted By
MAM
1. Architex Ma8tey - Room Booked at George 3...
1. Architex Ma8tey - Room Booked at George 3 Hotel
2. TinTin + 1 - Room Booked at George 3 Hotel
3. ConanTheLibrarian + 1 - Room Booked at George 3 Hotel
4. Daviesbike + 1 - Staying Locally
5....
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Daily banter
15th January 2015, 07:32 PM
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11
Audi Dealers
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5,854
Posted By
MAM
That's a little worrying, I am about to get mine...
That's a little worrying, I am about to get mine serviced as the dash has kindly told me I have to service the car in 5000 miles or 15 days, but seeing the display made me wonder whether I should try...
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D4 - Wheels and Tyres
23rd July 2014, 11:17 AM
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30
New wheel choice advice
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48,353
Posted By
MAM
It's whats known in the trade as a Friday...
It's whats known in the trade as a Friday afternoon engine. They set out to make a 4.2, but realise that they don't have enough time to finish it before the buzzer goes for the weekend, so to...
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Owners Meets
5th June 2014, 02:07 PM
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128
2014 Annual Meet Report - Scotland!
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48,045
Posted By
MAM
I have it back, but I only had one door resprayed...
I have it back, but I only had one door resprayed which was a mess. This has now highlighted other areas that need re-doing as I have removed some very poor blending. My front wing is now a...
Forum:
Owners Meets
5th June 2014, 10:03 AM
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128
2014 Annual Meet Report - Scotland!
Views:
48,045
Posted By
MAM
It is probably safe to say you are somewhat more...
It is probably safe to say you are somewhat more prepared than I. All I seem to have got done is a wheel refurb, the bodyshop to make the car shiny, a quick flick around the engine bay a hoover and...
Forum:
Daily banter
5th June 2014, 08:13 AM
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131
A8 Pub
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42,329
Posted By
MAM
Fitting Cornice and Pelmet to my new kitchen and...
Fitting Cornice and Pelmet to my new kitchen and siliconing all round the tiles :( I hate Silicone.
But I get a weekend off this week:mexicanwave:
Forum:
Daily banter
4th June 2014, 09:00 PM
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11
First bad experience in the S8
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5,192
Posted By
MAM
If I use the boot close button, mine also...
If I use the boot close button, mine also re-opens if I leave the keys in the boot. I have not tried it without using the button however.
Forum:
D3 - Body and Exterior
4th June 2014, 08:48 PM
Replies:
8
Sorting out the paintwork
Views:
3,773
Posted By
MAM
Well, I have my car back and it's shiny. :D ...
Well, I have my car back and it's shiny. :D
Now I know where all the deep scratches, stone chips, rub marks and more iffy paint are. :-(
Why is it that when you clean a little bit of the car,...
Forum:
Spotless
3rd June 2014, 06:03 PM
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90
Claying
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35,417
Posted By
MAM
I am on the D3 side which is why I had a minor...
I am on the D3 side which is why I had a minor issue with D2 and best in the same sentence.
Besides, 3.7 being the new 7.3? 0-62? :D
Forum:
Spotless
3rd June 2014, 12:11 PM
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90
Claying
Views:
35,417
Posted By
MAM
One minor issue with the above list ...
One minor issue with the above list
The words Best and D2 in the same sentence!!! :D
Forum:
D3 - Engine Bay
3rd June 2014, 07:21 AM
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40
Show Us Your Bay
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13,141
Posted By
MAM
Thanks - I've cleaned it now :ROFL:, the plastics...
Thanks - I've cleaned it now :ROFL:, the plastics are shiny again, and the drainage clean rather than just the middle bit staying nice.
Forum:
D3 - Body and Exterior
3rd June 2014, 07:19 AM
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8
Sorting out the paintwork
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3,773
Posted By
MAM
It is a good excuse for me as I have been...
It is a good excuse for me as I have been promising myself for 2.5 years since I bought the car that it would get these bits of TLC. Something always seems to come up, but this time, new kitchen or...
Forum:
D3 - Body and Exterior
2nd June 2014, 08:24 AM
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8
Sorting out the paintwork
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3,773
Posted By
MAM
Sorting out the paintwork
Well
Away goes my car for another 4 days - this time to the body shop to sort out most of the annoying marks that were there when I bought the car, poor examples of re-sprayed panels and overspray...
Forum:
Daily banter
30th May 2014, 09:49 PM
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77
Ages of 8 owners...
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24,131
Posted By
MAM
I bought mine when I was 38 and I am now 41.
I bought mine when I was 38 and I am now 41.
Forum:
D3 - Engine Bay
30th May 2014, 09:31 PM
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40
Show Us Your Bay
Views:
13,141
Posted By
MAM
Here's mine
Here's mine
Forum:
D2 - Fuel and Exhausts
26th May 2014, 08:56 PM
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7
New Infinity Exhaust
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5,014
Posted By
MAM
I concur, this does sound nice. Since changing...
I concur, this does sound nice. Since changing from my Lexus Soarer to the A8, it is the main thing I miss. I used to have an Exhausts by Design stainless system and it sounded sweet.
It would...
Forum:
Daily banter
26th May 2014, 08:37 PM
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25
How to Ruin a D2. . . . .
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7,874
Posted By
MAM
You mean everyone standing on Neil's bonnet, boot...
You mean everyone standing on Neil's bonnet, boot and roof???
Or just the 3.7s? :ROFL:
Forum:
D3 - Everything Else
26th May 2014, 08:32 PM
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58
Delboy's to do List
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16,276
Posted By
MAM
Agreed - I have the same with mine, but as soon...
Agreed - I have the same with mine, but as soon as you look at them from a short distance, they tend to look far better. It is so easy to look at them close-up and notice the slight variation in...
Forum:
D3 - Common Faults
26th May 2014, 08:14 PM
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25
Water in the car on headlining
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12,292
Posted By
MAM
Glad you got sorted +++, but it does open up the...
Glad you got sorted +++, but it does open up the old question - why on earth would you get a can opener and cut a hole in a perfectly good roof? :ROFL:
Forum:
Spotless
26th May 2014, 08:04 PM
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43
Alloy refurb
Views:
20,758
Posted By
MAM
After a failed attempt at cleaning the centre cap...
After a failed attempt at cleaning the centre cap outer ring and spraying it chrome (due to excessive corrosion), I removed the outer ring, cleaned it all up and sprayed the whole centre cap chrome...
Forum:
Owners Meets
22nd May 2014, 02:14 PM
Replies:
38
Poll:
Annual Meet - Boat Trip on Loch Lomond?
Views:
14,464
Posted By
MAM
I would be interested (Already voted)
I would be interested (Already voted)
Forum:
Spotless
21st May 2014, 08:50 PM
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43
Alloy refurb
Views:
20,758
Posted By
MAM
As far as I know, they are just metal valves...
As far as I know, they are just metal valves rather than the standard rubber. They look a little better and are a higher performance product (not that a standard valve fails for normal road use).
Forum:
D3 - Engine Bay
21st May 2014, 05:42 PM
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7
Buzzing from engine bay
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3,426
Posted By
MAM
Well, as the car was in for its alloy refurb and...
Well, as the car was in for its alloy refurb and it was spending a week on jacks, I got the garage to replace the valve.
All is much quieter now. It is surprising how little it takes for you to...
Forum:
Spotless
21st May 2014, 05:31 PM
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43
Alloy refurb
Views:
20,758
Posted By
MAM
Picked the car up today All I got when I...
Picked the car up today
All I got when I arrived was all the front room staff taking me to the car saying you've gotta see these - they're georgeous.
I had the full backs done in black rather...
Forum:
D3 - Interior Trims
18th May 2014, 05:29 PM
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5
Centre console
Views:
3,826
Posted By
MAM
That may be worth a try as I can see that the CD...
That may be worth a try as I can see that the CD has to come out, and other trims too to get to the fitting bolts. I wonder if they might look at it on the way up to Scotland as I have to drive past...
Forum:
Owners Meets
16th May 2014, 09:07 PM
Replies:
347
Poll:
A8/S8 Annual Meet, 6-8th June 2014
Views:
118,468
Posted By
MAM
........ and I +++
........ and I +++
Forum:
D3 - Interior Trims
16th May 2014, 09:05 PM
Replies:
5
Centre console
Views:
3,826
Posted By
MAM
Centre console
Many moons ago, I purchased a leather centre console. I have meant to fit it many times, but have never got round to it. I have no instructions, and am somewhat worried about damaging other...
Forum:
Spotless
14th May 2014, 08:56 PM
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43
Alloy refurb
Views:
20,758
Posted By
MAM
I have eventually managed to find an image that...
I have eventually managed to find an image that shows how the alloys should look. Hopefully it shows up ok. I think the black looks better than the grey on these wheels - for me the grey makes them...
Forum:
Spotless
14th May 2014, 06:43 AM
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43
Alloy refurb
Views:
20,758
Posted By
MAM
I don't get mine back until next Wednesday - the...
I don't get mine back until next Wednesday - the bloke that sorts out the refurbs was on holiday for a couple of days - Aarrgh :(
I have decided to have the TPMS removed and replaced with metal...
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