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Topic: New battery required, anything I should be aware of? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 1 Views: 24535 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Sun Apr 24, 2016 12:42 pm Subject: New battery required, anything I should be aware of? |
Battery in my A4 B8 2.0T seems to have died overnight, and needs replacing. Will the removal of the old one cause any problems re. settings, error messages etc? Could they be circumvented by exchangin ... | |
Topic: 2.0 TFSI engine issues | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 45939 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2015 2:06 pm Subject: 2.0 TFSI engine issues |
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1Q2rXBpVsXVQ12hVFmxMBjP/audis-oil-guzzling-issues
This is a link to a recent Watchdog programme re. oil consumption in Audi 2.0 TFSI engines. Apologies ... |
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Topic: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 20669 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Mon Jun 22, 2015 1:59 pm Subject: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. |
Here, (hopefully) is a link to a Watchdog programme recently broadcast re. oil consumption in Audi 2.0TFSI engines. Since my original post on this issue, 4 people on here have had the work done FOC.
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Topic: Retro-fit DAB in A4 B8 | |
chantyrattler Replies: 0 Views: 10029 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Wed Nov 26, 2014 1:23 am Subject: Retro-fit DAB in A4 B8 |
I presume it's possible to retro-fit DAB in a B8 A4! What I would like to know is, how easy or expensive is it to do, and, is there anyone who can recommend someone in the Glasgow area who can do it. ... | |
Topic: Recommendations for Front pads & discs. | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 12057 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Mon Sep 01, 2014 12:57 pm Subject: Recommendations for Front pads & discs. |
Hi Spartacus, thanks for your input. Have decided to go down the Brembo route. Would've preferred the EBC option, but got spooked when I realised there were 3 different disc sizes available for my car ... | |
Topic: Recommendations for Front pads & discs. | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 12057 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Tue Aug 19, 2014 6:24 pm Subject: Recommendations for Front pads & discs. |
Hi guys, my current car, (08 58-plate A4 2.0T) is driving me nuts at the moment. I keep the car in a very clean condition, but, after a few days, and not a lot of miles, the front wheels are absolutel ... | |
Topic: 2.0 TFSI engine issues | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 45939 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Fri Jan 10, 2014 2:21 pm Subject: 2.0 TFSI engine issues |
Quick update;
Since having the work done, the car has been running as sweet as as nut, and I haven't had to top-up the oil yet. (Although I've only done about 2000 miles since), So, problem sorted an ... |
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Topic: Tyres | |
chantyrattler Replies: 1 Views: 5816 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Mon Aug 26, 2013 2:17 pm Subject: Tyres |
Hi folks, I will very soon require 2 front tyres. Whilst doing the usual research on-line, I have discovered that certain tyres are being marketed as being specific for Audi. Does anyone know why this ... | |
Topic: 2.0 TFSI engine issues | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 45939 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Fri Aug 09, 2013 2:44 pm Subject: 2.0 TFSI engine issues |
That's me sorted. 4 Pistons and con-rods replaced, car running like a dream, and no black smoke. Will keep an eye on oil consumption, but don't expect any problems!
Remember, any issues re. oil con ... |
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Topic: 2.0 TFSI engine issues | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 45939 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Wed Jul 10, 2013 12:56 pm Subject: 2.0 TFSI engine issues |
Update on this issue.
Just received word from Glasgow Audi, that the cause of my excessive oil consumption, was the piston in No.2 cylinder. The nice chap from the service department didn't go into ... |
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Topic: 2.0 TFSI engine issues | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 45939 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Thu May 30, 2013 3:40 pm Subject: 2.0 TFSI engine issues |
Sent my A4 B8 2.0 TFSI to be checked over, due to excessive oil onsumption, and now, black smoke from exhaust. Audi trained mechanic informed my mechanic, that this particular engine has issues with t ... | |
Topic: engine management light | |
chantyrattler Replies: 23 Views: 52381 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2013 10:10 pm Subject: engine management light |
Had a brief issue today. Sitting in traffic, and when moved off, felt as if only running on 3 cylinders, then EML light came on, I managed to get the car into ASDA car park, whereby, the light went of ... | |
Topic: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 20669 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Sun Dec 16, 2012 2:13 pm Subject: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. |
Hi Mike, thanks for your reply. Yes, I am responding to the warning system, as this particular model doesn't have a dipstick! (incredible, but true, and a fact I was completely unaware of when I bough ... | |
Topic: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 20669 |
Forum: A4/S4/RS4 Saloon/Avant/Cabriolet Forum Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2012 4:37 pm Subject: Oil consumption in A4 (B8) 2.0 TFSI. |
Hi Guys, just bought myself a nice, used, 58-plate A4 S-line 2.0 TFSI saloon. Mileage has just gone to 80k, and is running fine. However, having done only about 500 miles in it, I've had to top-up the ... | |
Topic: Reputable and reasonable mechanic in the Glasgow area? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 0 Views: 3483 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Jul 18, 2012 10:45 am Subject: Reputable and reasonable mechanic in the Glasgow area? |
Hi guys, needing some major work to be carried out on my Cabriolet, namely timing belt, and possibly a new clutch. (not slipping,but very little play in pedal). Can anyone recommend a reputable and re ... | |
Topic: Changing the battery without having to put in the radio code | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 8090 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Sat Mar 24, 2012 5:59 pm Subject: Changing the battery without having to put in the radio code |
Had the same situation a couple of years back. Phoned Glasgow Audi, who told me that it would cost £20 to retrieve the code. However, when I went, the guy from the Workshop/Parts Dept., got it for me ... | |
Topic: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 12 Views: 22758 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 1:04 pm Subject: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? |
I have to admit, that once again, I got my brother to do it for me. I would have struggled getting the bolts out due to the lousy access, and might have pulled the driveshafts out when removing the wi ... | |
Topic: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 12 Views: 22758 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Mon Jan 30, 2012 5:52 am Subject: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? |
All sorted. decided to replace the wishbone, rather than faff about with bushes etc. It's great to drive around without that "clunking" noise anymore!! Thanks for all your replies. | |
Topic: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 12 Views: 22758 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Fri Jan 13, 2012 4:33 pm Subject: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? |
Thanks for all your replies guys, I'm going to give the POWERFLEX option a go. Will keep you all posted on developments.
Cheers Andrewaudi, yes, mine is as bad as yours |
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Topic: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? | |
chantyrattler Replies: 12 Views: 22758 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Thu Jan 12, 2012 2:20 pm Subject: Wishbone bushes,easy job, or best left to the professionals? |
Hi guys, clunking noise coming from the N/S/F recently,and assuming it was a broken spring, jacked the car up and removed the wheel. However, got a bit of a fright when I felt a lot of excess movement ... | |
Topic: Hardtop Seal Replacement | |
chantyrattler Replies: 7 Views: 26816 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Nov 16, 2011 3:30 pm Subject: Hardtop Seal Replacement |
Hi J^%^y, when I had the hardtop, I enquired at Glasgow Audi about this part, and was told there would be no problem obtaining it. If I remember correctly, she even gave me a price for it, (which I ca ... | |
Topic: Roof Replacement | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 5437 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Oct 26, 2011 12:33 pm Subject: Roof Replacement |
Are the hydraulic rams only fitted to the hydraulic roof? (Have I just answered my own question there?)
P.S. If you do go ahead and you dont require the hydraulic rams, can I have first refusal o ... |
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Topic: Steering rack | |
chantyrattler Replies: 10 Views: 12180 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Oct 26, 2011 12:27 pm Subject: Steering rack |
Thanks for that Fast 28, I dont consider myself to be a competent enough mechanic to remove the rack, but I'm curious to find out how easy it was to repair it. Did you manage to do it yourself? What w ... | |
Topic: Steering rack | |
chantyrattler Replies: 10 Views: 12180 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Mon Oct 24, 2011 2:36 pm Subject: Steering rack |
Haven't done anything as yet, due to both required use of the car, and deciding whether to try an additive, repair, or replacement!! Looks a tricky job to remove, so, at the moment, the additive route ... | |
Topic: Audi 80 Cabriolet - very poorly | |
chantyrattler Replies: 3 Views: 4930 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Mon Oct 24, 2011 2:30 pm Subject: Audi 80 Cabriolet - very poorly |
I can only comment on the wishbone issue, as I've had the same problem on both my Coupe, and Cabriolet. The reason they suggest replacing the wishbone is, that it's a lot easier and quicker to do than ... | |
Topic: New exhaust needed! Gmmphh! | |
chantyrattler Replies: 13 Views: 12495 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Mon Oct 24, 2011 2:19 pm Subject: New exhaust needed! Gmmphh! |
Funny you should say that, initially, I felt the car was a bit more responsive, but since then, I feel it's underperforming. It's possible that the blowing exhaust was causing a slight loss of power, ... | |
Topic: New exhaust needed! Gmmphh! | |
chantyrattler Replies: 13 Views: 12495 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Oct 19, 2011 4:19 pm Subject: New exhaust needed! Gmmphh! |
Got my new stainless steel system fitted. I've had a look underneath, and it's a beautiful work of art.
However, the guys who did the job, were unable to make it quiet enough for me. It's not &qu ... |
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Topic: Steering rack | |
chantyrattler Replies: 10 Views: 12180 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Thu Sep 29, 2011 10:22 am Subject: Steering rack |
I cant answer that one yet. I think it's a bit of a "chicken & egg" situation. I was having to top up the power steering fluid regularly, but with no evidence of leaks, I now think that ... | |
Topic: Steering rack | |
chantyrattler Replies: 10 Views: 12180 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Sep 28, 2011 4:06 pm Subject: Steering rack |
Is there a difference between a 2.6 and a 2.8 steering rack? There are a couple available on e-bay, but they came from 2.6 coupes, and I need one for a 2.8. Cabby, They do look similar, but......! Hel ... | |
Topic: Handbrake Cables | |
chantyrattler Replies: 4 Views: 5782 |
Forum: Audi Cabriolet Posted: Wed Sep 28, 2011 3:12 pm Subject: Handbrake Cables |
Hi, it turns out, that both sides had only one pad working. On one side, it was the slider that had siezed, and on the other, one pad had corroded so badly, that it had expanded and got stuck!! New pa ... | |
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