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Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 13th April 2017, 07:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,555
Posted By Diablo
OK. The auction goes live this evening, so I...

OK. The auction goes live this evening, so I guess it the link works for me as it takes me to my account.

If interested, drop your e-mail address and I can send you pictures in the interim.
...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 13th April 2017, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,555
Posted By Diablo
D3 S8 Front Bumper and Grille

Gents,

I am putting my S8 bumper and grille for sale on e-bay (auction starts tonight).

If a forum member is interested and wants to negotiate a deal directly, I am happy to do that. Collection...
Forum: Daily banter 28th April 2016, 02:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,114
Posted By Diablo
Gents, Thanks for the mails. It probably is...

Gents,

Thanks for the mails. It probably is worth my whiles taking the bits off, as he is only allowing £100 for the wheels and AMI.

How is easy is it to re-install the CD player? Do I need...
Forum: Daily banter 28th April 2016, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,114
Posted By Diablo
Price guidance for 19" alloys and AMI

Gents,

After 5.5 years of marriage, the time has come to move on from my current A8 :(

A dealer is buying the car off me, but has given me the option to return the car back to standard.
...
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 10th December 2015, 09:26 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,483
Posted By Diablo
Hot Starting Problem

Guys,

I have a 2006 3.0TDI.

When I attempt the car while it is hot, the starter turns approximately once, stops, and then turns a couple of more times before just about firing up.

When it is...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 7th April 2015, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Sure. He accepted a €133 offer from me. Be sure...

Sure. He accepted a €133 offer from me. Be sure this is the correct part number for your car.
...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 7th April 2015, 10:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Resolved

Guys,

As a follow-up, the fix was a replacement throttle body. I picked up a new one in Germany for about £100. Popped it in and no more smoking or warning light.

Hope this might help someone...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th January 2015, 06:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
The EGR valve was checked and was 'like new'. ...

The EGR valve was checked and was 'like new'.

The only blockage was as the EGR pipe plumbs back into the throttle.

So it sounds like the throttle body could be a problem, possibly inlet...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th January 2015, 05:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Hi, Yes, I am informed that the car does...

Hi,

Yes, I am informed that the car does have a DPF. The garage used an Audi diagnostic. I think it was VCDS.

Many thanks.
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th January 2015, 02:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Oops...It's a 3.0tdi (2005/6)

Oops...It's a 3.0tdi (2005/6)
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 20th January 2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Things are getting a little desperate...

Hi Guys,

I still have this problem. It’s getting a bit desperate as the MOT is due in a few weeks…
In summary:

1. For the last few months the ECU warning light has been coming on...
Forum: Daily banter 18th December 2014, 08:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,755
Posted By Diablo
Part number from a Chassis Number?

Guys,

I have a overfuelling problem with my D3 3.0TDI. A friend put the car on VCDS and confirmed that the throttle body is faulty.

Is there any way someone can get me the part number from say...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 1st December 2014, 10:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
I will try that today and report back. ...

I will try that today and report back.

Thanks bud.
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 28th November 2014, 09:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,423
Posted By Diablo
Smoking A8 3.0TDI and ECU Light on

Guys,

For some time, the engine management light intermittently has been coming on and then going off for weeks, without any running problems.
The light is now staying on, smells of strong...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 27th November 2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,607
Posted By Diablo
I have had the same problem for the last couple...

I have had the same problem for the last couple of winters running. No amount of WD40 works for me, but as soon as the ambient temp goes above circa, 10deg C, it starts working perfectly. I may...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 2nd June 2013, 10:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,243
Posted By Diablo
I ended up buying the Bosch one. Thank you...

I ended up buying the Bosch one.

Thank you very much for the information.
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 31st May 2013, 08:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,243
Posted By Diablo
Correct Battery for a D3 3.0TDi

Gents,

I need to order a battery this morning for my stranded 3.0tdi (2006). i cannot find the spec in the handbook and am getting conflicting answers on the web. The chap at ECP was even trying...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th May 2013, 08:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,741
Posted By Diablo
I totally agree. One of the reasons for using my...

I totally agree. One of the reasons for using my local alignment centre in the past was that they have a fixed price. The slight open ended approach of cost/adjustment, that most main dealers...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 16th May 2013, 07:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,741
Posted By Diablo
Guys, Just to close the loop on this one: I...

Guys,
Just to close the loop on this one: I had the 4 wheel alignment done at Slough Audi. The camber was out on LHR and toe was out on RHR, so the car was effectively steering form the rear. ...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 13th March 2013, 10:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,741
Posted By Diablo
Guys, I really appreciate the inout. ...

Guys,


I really appreciate the inout.

I just went to get the tracking done and found that it was OK. They noticed that the bushes on the front/lower track control arms were split. He could...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 6th February 2013, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,741
Posted By Diablo
very bad tyre wear...

Guys,

I at a bit of a loss as to why I am getting such wear on my fronts. The MOT tester noted that the extreme inner shoulder of both front tyres has worn away. The remaining parts of both tyres...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 2nd November 2012, 10:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,870
Posted By Diablo
Interior Lights Staying On

Gents,

I just noticed that after I lock the car, the lights next to the gearstick and the hazzard warning light stay illuminated. Does anyone have any thoughts on why this is happening?

Thanks...
Forum: Daily banter 4th August 2012, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,333
Posted By Diablo
Excellent. I will get looking on ebay. Many...

Excellent. I will get looking on ebay. Many thanks.
Forum: Daily banter 3rd August 2012, 02:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,333
Posted By Diablo
Cheapest place for a spare key?

Gents,

I only ever got one key with my car, so need a spare. Is the dealer the only optoin, or are there more cost effective sources?

Many thanks.
Forum: Daily banter 2nd July 2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,166
Posted By Diablo
I am fairly sure that these do not fit the D3 4E....

I am fairly sure that these do not fit the D3 4E. I am happy to be proven wrong. Anyone?
Forum: Daily banter 2nd July 2012, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,166
Posted By Diablo
Alternative to S8 Mirrors

Gents,

I want to spruce up the look of my D3 2006 with S8 style mirrors. The genuine ones are quite expensive, so it got me wandering if my mirrors can be painted/coated or wrapped to give a...
Forum: Daily banter 13th June 2012, 02:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,733
Posted By Diablo
Hammer & Chisel - Tempting, as nothing is...

Hammer & Chisel - Tempting, as nothing is straight forward on this car...

Many thanks for the instructions!+++
Forum: Daily banter 13th June 2012, 02:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,733
Posted By Diablo
A8 D3 - how to remove the glovebox?

Gents,

Months after buying the AMI unit, I have still not been able to fit it. The problem is that I cannot remove the CD player with the removal keys, and I have been told that the only way is...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 4th June 2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,564
Posted By Diablo
Gents, Thank you for the tip. I have given...

Gents,

Thank you for the tip. I have given up trying with the keys, so my task for the long weekend is to remove the glove box. Is there a guide somewhere that I can refer to, or would someone be...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 11th May 2012, 09:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,564
Posted By Diablo
I will try that. Many thanks.

I will try that. Many thanks.
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 11th May 2012, 08:50 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 32,156
Posted By Diablo
Equally, if anyone needs a set of discs that are...

Equally, if anyone needs a set of discs that are known to work, they are welcome to them.

The 3D maps work, but I did not notice any great improvement in the stability of the BT. Anyone else found...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 11th May 2012, 08:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,564
Posted By Diablo
Help needed removing the CD Changer

Guys,

The MMI update was a breeze, but now I cannot get the changer out in order to put the AMI unit in.
When I put the removal keys in, I can hear a click, but they slide straight out when...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 8th May 2012, 11:33 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 32,156
Posted By Diablo
Update: When I first ran the discs, the BT module...

Update: When I first ran the discs, the BT module was not registering. The ran disc 2 again (took much longer than 1st time around), and the BT started working. There was no phonebook, but i had...
Forum: D3 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 7th May 2012, 12:06 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 32,156
Posted By Diablo
Godders, Thanks so much for the post. I...

Godders,

Thanks so much for the post. I followed your instructions and it all went through first time.+++
Forum: D3 - Transmission 22nd February 2012, 10:42 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 21,720
Posted By Diablo
Excellent thread! How much fluid did you use in...

Excellent thread! How much fluid did you use in total to flush the box and refill it?

Thanks.
Forum: Daily banter 25th January 2012, 09:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,484
Posted By Diablo
Hi, I was also thinkg of buying the Fuchs...

Hi,

I was also thinkg of buying the Fuchs oil. Let us know how you get on.

I have confirmed that the oil capacity is 9.2L. However, am unsure about the oil quantity for the gearbox. My...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd January 2012, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,484
Posted By Diablo
Advice on oil quantity and type?

All,

My car (D3 4E 3.0TDI) is about to have a major service, so need to order some oil, gearbox oil, diff oil and transfer box oil.

I am currently in the office, so do not have the books with...
Forum: Daily banter 12th January 2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,942
Posted By Diablo
Gents, Many thanks. I will place the order...

Gents,

Many thanks. I will place the order tomorrow morning!

My MMI tells me the following re SW version: D3 HU 21.2.00534

Can I buy a update disc that will take me to the correct verion...
Forum: Daily banter 11th January 2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,942
Posted By Diablo
Guys, I was just about to order the kit from...

Guys,

I was just about to order the kit from TPS, but the chap mentioned that this is for cars from 2006 onwards. My car is a sinlgle frame car (MY 2006), but a July 2005 build. I am pretty sure...
Forum: Daily banter 6th January 2012, 11:02 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,942
Posted By Diablo
Understood. Last question: Do you have a part...

Understood. Last question: Do you have a part number for the AMI bluetooth module? Subject to price, I will order this, too.

Thanks again.
Forum: Daily banter 5th January 2012, 03:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,942
Posted By Diablo
Hi, I intend to use my iphone for music and...

Hi,

I intend to use my iphone for music and phone duties, so it there a longer lead that allows you to have the phone attached to the dash etc? I unerstand that the music will be played via the...
Forum: Daily banter 4th January 2012, 09:14 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 20,942
Posted By Diablo
A8DOC, I am not too clued up on this, so...

A8DOC,

I am not too clued up on this, so will this integrate with my standard MMI with Bluetooth, or are there different versions of this kit? Does the Ipod/Iphone then stay in the glovebox once...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 18th November 2011, 08:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By Diablo
Exactly. Many thanks!

Exactly. Many thanks!
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th November 2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By Diablo
Website: http://www.autodiagnose.co.uk/ ...

Website: http://www.autodiagnose.co.uk/

Phone number: 07939 075 842

Excellent service and it cost me less than hour's labour charge at my local dealer, which is where the car was heading if...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 17th November 2011, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By Diablo
Success!

Guys,

I really appreciate your collective input on this.

I called a company called Auto Diagnose, who run a mobile diagnostic service. I spoke to the owner, and he was fairly confident, over...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 10th November 2011, 09:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By Diablo
Guys, I appreciate the feedback. I will try...

Guys,

I appreciate the feedback. I will try the level sensor before taking to a garage.

I will let you know what the outcome is.

All the best.+++
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 7th November 2011, 04:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,610
Posted By Diablo
Further questions re my 'lopsided A8'

Further to my previous post on my D3 3.0tdi’s droopy suspension, it has now come to a point that I need to get this sorted. The current symptoms are:


The car sits lower on the offside.
The...
Forum: Daily banter 11th October 2011, 08:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,302
Posted By Diablo
Anyone after 255/40/19's

All,

I just bought a pair of Toyo T1S in 255/40/19 for £134 each. They have got them on a special at £138, but when I called to place the order, the guy knocked them down a bit more!

All the...
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 28th September 2011, 08:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,622
Posted By Diablo
Many thanks for the feedback+++

Many thanks for the feedback+++
Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 26th September 2011, 10:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,622
Posted By Diablo
Will I need wheel bolts?

Gents,

I have a 2005 (D3 facelift) 3.0tdi. I am upgrading from the standard 17", 7 spoke wheels the 5 arm 19" wheels (genuine). Will the standard wheel bolts suffice, or will I need new ones?
...
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