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Old 23rd February 2019, 05:48 PM
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Default RESOLVED: Removal of Cobra Tracker?

Has anyone managed to remove a cobra tracker from their D3, including all the wiring?

I had the glovebox out and came across the unit shoved in above the air duct. So far I managed to track down the GPS unit in the engine bay, some sort of aerial near the left air vent and a mass of wiring going to the left side fuse box. There is also some wires going across to the drivers side, and in there I've found a relay, an in-line fuse, but the wiring disappears up behind the cluster somewhere.

I removed the connector going into the tracker, and as a result the car doesn't start. I suppose one option is to just leave it all there, but having searched for and found this post by Audidothat:

http://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showpost....04&postcount=7

with the car not getting used a lot, I'd like to have it removed to try and preserve the battery. I also discovered the damage the original fitters did to the car that they tried to hide with some sort of white mastic, as well as missing screws.
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Old 23rd February 2019, 07:59 PM
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Yes!

I didn’t do it though but can give you the contact details of the garage that did it, so you can give them a call if you need......
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Old 24th February 2019, 12:48 AM
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Yes!

I didn’t do it though but can give you the contact details of the garage that did it, so you can give them a call if you need......
Cool. Could you send me their number and a contact name via PM, as I'd like to know what else has been tinkered with before I start.
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

Sold! 2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights

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Old 10th March 2019, 01:43 PM
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Just to update my query. I finally managed to track down a Thatcham approved fitter who can remove the tracker. 140 mile round trip, but at least it will be done properly. For anyone who is considering doing the same, check out this site:

https://thatchamfitters.co.uk/index.htm
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My DIY jobs - Replaced alarm horn, Replaced Coolant Temp sensor, Updated RNS-D firmware, Installed Reversing Camera and Digital TV, Dashcam Installation, Retrofitted Rear Blinds, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, Chrome Boot Struts

Sold! 2008 S8 D3 5.2 V10 - Engine: BSM, Gearbox:KLW, Colour:LY7F Suzuka Grey Pearl Effect, Interior:Black/Black with Silver/Black valcona leather with carbon atlas inserts, Bang & Olufsen, Heated windscreen, Soft-close doors, TV, DAB, AMI, Quad Zone, Auto Boot, Auto dim Mirrors, Keyless entry, PDC with rearview camera, AFS II Headlights

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