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Forum: D2 - Axles, Brakes, Suspension and Steering 12th June 2025, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 98
Posted By steamship
I've never had the problem, but have you tried a...

I've never had the problem, but have you tried a bit of gentle persuasion on the steering wheel at the same time you're pushing the button? i.e. Push the button to move the steering wheel out whilst...
Forum: Owners Meets 12th June 2025, 08:48 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,220
Posted By steamship
Just happened to be looking at that last night....

Just happened to be looking at that last night. 1.6 miles, with on street parking for 10 vehicles (4 disabled). Not sure about car parks in the vicinity.
Forum: House and Home DIY 12th June 2025, 08:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 146
Posted By steamship
It's doubtful that they moderate every post on...

It's doubtful that they moderate every post on the forum, so posting this in the 'House and Home DIY' section is rather obscure, when it appears to be in relation to the site itself.

If you're...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - General 9th June 2025, 02:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,399
Posted By steamship
14 years. Holy thread revival Batman! It's...

14 years. Holy thread revival Batman!

It's Martha that will be going up for sale this time.
Forum: D3 - Engine Bay 9th June 2025, 09:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 177
Posted By steamship
Just replaced the oil cooler in my D2, so feel...

Just replaced the oil cooler in my D2, so feel for you doing it on the 5.2 V10.

In terms of the coolant pipes, if you're checking the parts online, make sure you're looking at diagrams that...
Forum: D4 - Everything Else 4th June 2025, 11:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,140
Posted By steamship
Are we talking about ETKA? If so, no idea as I...

Are we talking about ETKA? If so, no idea as I can only see 4H0s under the 2015 A8.

As for the mount AT or BC, considering that of the five mounts, that is the only one to have a revised part, it...
Forum: D4 - Everything Else 3rd June 2025, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,140
Posted By steamship
It may be worth paying attention to the right...

It may be worth paying attention to the right side transmission mount (4H0399152AT) when doing these tests, as that is the only mount that has a superseded part of the five mounts.
Forum: D4 - Everything Else 3rd June 2025, 05:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,140
Posted By steamship
4H0199382CD is correct for the right side. The...

4H0199382CD is correct for the right side. The left side is 4H0199381CD (typo on yours).

The 4G0 codes are for an Audi A6.

399-090 is for the armoured version, but those specific part numbers...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 3rd June 2025, 05:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,117
Posted By steamship
Just in case it's one of the grommets, here's the...

Just in case it's one of the grommets, here's the part numbers for them, from the attached image:

#5 - 443955465
#6 - 431955465A
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 2nd June 2025, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,117
Posted By steamship
I should know this as I removed mine to give it a...

I should know this as I removed mine to give it a good internal clean two years ago when the front of the car was off. Looking at it as it is now, I reckon you can remove the airbox and headlight,...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 1st June 2025, 08:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,748
Posted By steamship
If ordering from Autodoc, be aware that any order...

If ordering from Autodoc, be aware that any order will usually take two weeks to arrive. You also need to read through all the information on the page, and not just rely on a part number, for example.
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 31st May 2025, 08:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 262
Posted By steamship
Can you confirm if this is the part (#27A) from...

Can you confirm if this is the part (#27A) from the diagram? It's not ideal as it doesn't show the full run of the pipe, but instead a thin line, but it goes from the highlighted number into the...
Forum: Owners Meets 29th May 2025, 12:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,220
Posted By steamship
Don't drive under any ladders whilst trying to...

Don't drive under any ladders whilst trying to avoid black cats crossing your path. :rolleyes:
Forum: Owners Meets 28th May 2025, 06:20 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,220
Posted By steamship
I'm hoping to get there by around 6pm, as I'm...

I'm hoping to get there by around 6pm, as I'm coming from NI.
Forum: D4 - Engine Bay 25th May 2025, 09:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,708
Posted By steamship
All the part numbers you've listed are suitable...

All the part numbers you've listed are suitable for your W12.

As for the spark plugs, I can't find any information on the differences between the two, other than what it states on the page you...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 23rd May 2025, 12:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,194
Posted By steamship
Looking at the back of my old RNS-D, the block...

Looking at the back of my old RNS-D, the block connector for the speakers has 8 female spade connectors. In theory, you 'should' be able to remove them from the connector with one of these terminal...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Generic car items 23rd May 2025, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,779
Posted By steamship
Have you asked tintin (Stephen), as he uses part...

Have you asked tintin (Stephen), as he uses part worn quite a lot. He's mentioned on here where he gets them from, but I can't recall.
Forum: D4 - Everything Else 20th May 2025, 07:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,554
Posted By steamship
Check out the following PDF from the D4 Tech Dump...

Check out the following PDF from the D4 Tech Dump (https://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=8379) thread. Start at page 210 (section 2.9) for full instructions on location and removal:
...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 15th May 2025, 07:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 22,200
Posted By steamship
As Jim pointed out, Mark made his own replacement...

As Jim pointed out, Mark made his own replacement relay cover, and it was his inspiration that made me make a replacement for mine... and a few spares for others with the leftovers. Here's his...
Forum: Daily banter 14th May 2025, 08:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,299
Posted By steamship
Got my first notification in just over two weeks,...

Got my first notification in just over two weeks, yet there have been updates to numerous threads I'm subscribed to.

It doesn't help that MS Outlook still treats them as Spam, despite having a...
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 14th May 2025, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,940
Posted By steamship
I'd say it was the market. There are currently...

I'd say it was the market. There are currently five on Autotrader, and only one cheaper than yours, and it's a Cat D. The other four are more expensive, with slightly lower mileages, with one hopeful...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 14th May 2025, 07:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,245
Posted By steamship
They are indeed a M6 bolt. I did a quick Google...

They are indeed a M6 bolt. I did a quick Google and came across this page, but even then, it can get complicated:

https://fractory.com/metric-bolt-torque-chart/
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 27th April 2025, 08:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 29,767
Posted By steamship
Here's what the pipework looks like. Chances are...

Here's what the pipework looks like. Chances are that if the pipework is still intact, then the leak could be occurring at #12, the o-ring (N90303801). The only other spot might be at the connection...
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 26th April 2025, 07:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 29,767
Posted By steamship
Highly unlikely, and in terms of physical access...

Highly unlikely, and in terms of physical access to the pumps to test them, that means removing the rear part of the driver side wheel arch, and you could try putting 12v across them.
Forum: D3 - Body and Exterior 25th April 2025, 07:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 29,767
Posted By steamship
There are two separate pumps, so a failed pump is...

There are two separate pumps, so a failed pump is an option. Another option could be completely blocked nozzles, due to a build up of grime. If it's leaking pipework, chances are you'd see a puddle...
Forum: Daily banter 25th April 2025, 06:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,299
Posted By steamship
I've always checked my email first and checked...

I've always checked my email first and checked out the threads where I've had a notification, and once I've gone through them, I use the 'New Posts' to see what else is happening, as there may be...
Forum: Daily banter 25th April 2025, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,299
Posted By steamship
Thanks Katie, but unfortunately, despite just...

Thanks Katie, but unfortunately, despite just checking my Outlook account beforehand, I didn't receive any notification about your post.

I've deleted the only rule I had in Outlook, which was...
Forum: Daily banter 21st April 2025, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,299
Posted By steamship
Notification Emails - Lack Of

Are people still getting email notifications to threads they're subscribed to?

I haven't received any emails today, but on checking the forum, of the four new posts since I was last on, I'm...
Forum: Daily banter 21st April 2025, 04:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 27,119
Posted By steamship
Through what insurance company? Also, are there...

Through what insurance company? Also, are there any limitations imposed?
Forum: D4 - Interior Trims 17th April 2025, 08:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 25,308
Posted By steamship
A nice simple eloquent video tutorial. No long...

A nice simple eloquent video tutorial. No long wandering spiel about the process or being told the same thing several times or obnoxious background 'music'. Also nice to see that the focus of...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 9th April 2025, 07:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 38,098
Posted By steamship
Jim, I missed your earlier post about there being...

Jim, I missed your earlier post about there being no Group 004. You'll see it in the attached image. What I should have mentioned was that when you go to that screen, you need to change the Group...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 3rd April 2025, 08:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
Maybe this part! They don't like being ignored.

Maybe this part! They don't like being ignored.
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 3rd April 2025, 08:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 38,098
Posted By steamship
Reading through Marks instructions, I believe you...

Reading through Marks instructions, I believe you are right that it is the key in the ignition that is being programmed. Since you already have a key that works, and that is the one being used on the...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 3rd April 2025, 07:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
Good stuff. My replacement one is coming up for...

Good stuff. My replacement one is coming up for three years with no issues.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 29th March 2025, 11:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
The exact same seller, as I've bought stuff from...

The exact same seller, as I've bought stuff from them before.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Audi / VW car items 29th March 2025, 06:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 12,660
Posted By steamship
Your link gives a privacy error. The following...

Your link gives a privacy error. The following one will work:

https://forum.a8parts.co.uk/album.php?albumid=126&pictureid=1529
Forum: D2 - Transmission 29th March 2025, 08:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
16mm looks ideal. Will order some up and pull...

16mm looks ideal. Will order some up and pull apart the old switch whilst I'm waiting for them.

EDIT: One of less expensive purchases for the car. £6.16 for 10 of each.
Forum: D2 - Transmission 27th March 2025, 11:02 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
5HP19 - That would explain why I didn't have an...

5HP19 - That would explain why I didn't have an issue with the length.

M4x16mm or 20mm - I await your response, and will give me something to do when it's raining outside.

Cable - A very handy...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 27th March 2025, 09:05 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
When I measured them, I thought it might have...

When I measured them, I thought it might have been a case of 'lost in translation' when they were copying them, where someone measured to the end of the original cable, and the other person took that...
Forum: D2 - Transmission 26th March 2025, 02:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 39,275
Posted By steamship
Just checked my old one next to the spare new...

Just checked my old one next to the spare new Chinese one, and the Chinese cable is two inches shorter, the exact length of the electrical connector. I wasn't even aware of this, and from memory, I...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 25th March 2025, 08:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 32,710
Posted By steamship
I'm a cheapskate, so doing this is against my...

I'm a cheapskate, so doing this is against my principles (and wallet). Instead, I just used an open ended 24mm spanner, held at about a 35 degree angle, and it worked fine. It's also not torqued up...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 22nd March 2025, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 26,928
Posted By steamship
Totally agree, as you can see it in the second to...

Totally agree, as you can see it in the second to last photo in that post I linked to. It definitely looks like an 'easier' option of opening the boot, as you'd be leveraging only a few inches, as...
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 21st March 2025, 06:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 26,928
Posted By steamship
A bit drastic, so here is another option to...

A bit drastic, so here is another option to consider. Another forum member had the same issue whilst on holiday, and found a solution on a Russian forum:
...
Forum: Daily banter 20th March 2025, 09:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,783
Posted By steamship
That's how it should be, instead of failing a car...

That's how it should be, instead of failing a car for the most insignificant little thing.

I heard of one recently here that failed because one tyre 'looked' underinflated. I believe it was about...
Forum: Daily banter 20th March 2025, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,783
Posted By steamship
The MOT inspector complimented me on the car last...

The MOT inspector complimented me on the car last year, after I did the suspension and brakes work, which is rare as they seldomly speak to you at all.
Forum: Daily banter 20th March 2025, 10:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,247
Posted By steamship
Interesting bit of information, so I had to dig...

Interesting bit of information, so I had to dig deeper to find the relevant clause in the rules. The following links will take you to the relevant clauses in the MOT inspection manual:

EML/MIL MOT...
Forum: D4 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2025, 07:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 16,477
Posted By steamship
I think that applies to most things on the W12.

I think that applies to most things on the W12.
Forum: D4 - Fuel and Exhausts 18th March 2025, 04:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 16,477
Posted By steamship
Both the V12 and W12 are 'split' into 4 banks....

Both the V12 and W12 are 'split' into 4 banks. Banks 1 and 2 are on the left side of the engine, as you look at it from the front of the car. Banks 3 and 4 are the right side. There are two lambda...
Forum: D4 - Engine Bay 17th March 2025, 10:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 18,178
Posted By steamship
This is the error mentioned in your other thread:...

This is the error mentioned in your other thread:

https://forum.a8parts.co.uk/showthread.php?t=17372

Have you tried my suggestion in that thread to see what happens?
Forum: Owners Meets 17th March 2025, 07:28 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 15,220
Posted By steamship
Get in contact with connor123, as he is probably...

Get in contact with connor123, as he is probably the best person to answer any questions in regards to accommodation and activities. There is also a WhatsApp group that he can add you to.
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