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Forum: D3 - Wheels and Tyres 8th August 2017, 09:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,628
Posted By Radman
Just found this thread. Not sure if connected...

Just found this thread. Not sure if connected but I had an issue with both front tyres worn through to the threads on the inner side wall just below the corner. Caused a sudden deflation as the...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 13th October 2016, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,964
Posted By Radman
Thumbs up So this weekend I thought I'd give the windscreen...

So this weekend I thought I'd give the windscreen a good clean inside and out and then treated the outside to some rainX I found lurking in the back of the garage. Guess what., wipers loads better...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 4th March 2016, 07:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 20,053
Posted By Radman
I have condensation which appears at the bottom...

I have condensation which appears at the bottom of the rear screen passenger side but I'm pretty sure it is due to defective seal in the corner at top of the screen on that side. Been meaning to...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 4th March 2016, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,964
Posted By Radman
I think I have same issue, wipers just too fast...

I think I have same issue, wipers just too fast on the slowest intermittent setting even in minimal drizzle although sometimes they settle down and work OK for a while. I noticed scratches at the...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 17th December 2014, 10:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,864
Posted By Radman
I had some bubbling on the small steel panel...

I had some bubbling on the small steel panel above the boot opening button. I took it to Teesside audi and the first comment was its not bodywork but trim regarding this particular item. Despite...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 17th December 2014, 10:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,586
Posted By Radman
I had this problem with the drivers door on my...

I had this problem with the drivers door on my 2006 D3 when I bought it. The nearside rear passenger door went next so with nothing to lose I gave it a good squirt with WD40 and it works! I gave...
Forum: A8 / S8 Generic Posts 14th January 2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,669
Posted By Radman
Terraclean

Anyone out there tried this yet? Ed China from Wheeler Dealers endorses it and seem to be plenty of satisfied customers.
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 14th January 2014, 10:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,817
Posted By Radman
Just had my boot trim panel replaced by Teesside...

Just had my boot trim panel replaced by Teesside Audi as a goodwill gesture on the basis that I have had my D3 serviced there and it has full service history. Not covered by warranty as such because...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 22nd May 2013, 09:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,922
Posted By Radman
In a sport you get 4 settings for air suspension...

In a sport you get 4 settings for air suspension ie lift, comfort, dynamic and sport. The difference between dynamic and sport is noticeably firmer and the effect seems to sharpen the overall...
Forum: D3 - Transmission 2nd May 2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By Radman
Well I took the jump and and had the ATF fluid...

Well I took the jump and and had the ATF fluid changed last week with ZF Lifeguard 8 as it was quite a lot less expensive than Audi OEM and highly rated by those in the know apparently. The old...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 25th April 2013, 09:31 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 39,063
Posted By Radman
Great if this has solved your long running saga. ...

Great if this has solved your long running saga. I'll check my software version but I've also noticed a repetitive, intermittant clicking coming from around the rear parcel shelf with the ignition...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 4th February 2013, 10:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 39,063
Posted By Radman
Further update; drain has recurred but is...

Further update; drain has recurred but is completely stopped if the radio tv fuse is removed so it is confined to a component in this circuit. Challenge is to find out which!
Forum: D3 - Transmission 4th February 2013, 10:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By Radman
I tried shifting into neutral to get a feel for...

I tried shifting into neutral to get a feel for where the noise might be coming from, not something I usually do but hasn't upset the car as far as I can tell. The gears still shift almost...
Forum: D3 - Transmission 10th January 2013, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,787
Posted By Radman
Droning noise at 60 mph

Hi, I've noticed a quiet droning noise as the speed decays through 60 mph on a trailing throttle. Been happening for several months without really changing. It happens in 5th or 6th gear and is...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 30th November 2012, 08:32 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 39,063
Posted By Radman
Quick update. Dave at A8 parts had the car in...

Quick update. Dave at A8 parts had the car in again this week and tried re-running MMI update discs. Disc 2 found more stuff to do although it should have run fully the first time and once...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 5th November 2012, 08:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,449
Posted By Radman
Just back from having the C links replaced today,...

Just back from having the C links replaced today, ARB bushes were OK. Mileage 90 000. Feels much more controlled at the front and the knocking has gone. No problem with wheel bearings, apparently...
Forum: D3 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 26th October 2012, 08:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,449
Posted By Radman
I have a similar knocking sound and feel from the...

I have a similar knocking sound and feel from the front on our rough north yorkshire roads and there was an advisory re the ARB bushes at the last MOT. So I have to replace the ARB and bushes as a...
Forum: Daily banter 9th October 2012, 11:06 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 31,900
Posted By Radman
Smile 1. Fiat 850 spider LHD series 2 with 903cc...

1. Fiat 850 spider LHD series 2 with 903cc engine!
2. Lancia Beta coupe 1600 twin cam sadly written off in lairy slide into a transit on a diesel slick on a wet road (honest) the week before I...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 9th October 2012, 10:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 39,063
Posted By Radman
Unhappy Sorry to hear you're still having problems. I...

Sorry to hear you're still having problems. I have the same issues, battery drops to 10% when parked sometimes within minutes but apparently charges back to 80% on short run to work. I also have...
Forum: D3 - Everything Else 7th May 2012, 09:47 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 39,063
Posted By Radman
Unhappy Battery problems and jump starts

Found this thread when trying to work out why my perfectly working 2006 3.0tdi sport had a suddenly dead battery the other evening. Initially unable to jump start from my wife's S-max so I borrowed...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 7th February 2012, 10:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,002
Posted By Radman
Thanks for comments, mine has 80k miles and now 5...

Thanks for comments, mine has 80k miles and now 5 years old so I think I'll be prioritising the transmission fluid change. Driving to the Alps on friday so I'll probably get a good chance to test...
Forum: D3 - Fuel and Exhausts 1st February 2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,002
Posted By Radman
Question Fuel pump belt

Just had my 2006 D3 3.0 tdi serviced and told that I should have the fuel pump belt replaced as this is a dealership recomendation although not a routine service schedule item from Audi. I said OK...
Forum: D2 - Common Faults 15th September 2011, 08:38 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 92,303
Posted By Radman
Thumbs up Tested my 2006 D3 3.0 tdi yesterday and no...

Tested my 2006 D3 3.0 tdi yesterday and no kickdown happening. Checked the button and sure enough it was off. Clicked it clockwise as described, looking forward to trying it out tomorrow! I suppose...
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