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When this happened to me it lasted about 20 miles but that was having the aircon on etc

Hi All 🙂, My 2021 Audi A3 has recently developed an annoying knocking sound which seems to be coming from around the area circled in the attached photo. It's definitely coming from above the timing belts, and pulleys etc. Performance isn't affected, but obviously something isn't right. Has anyone any idea what this could be?. VID_20250524_135636.mp4

Hi, Just purchased my first Audi 2.0 TDI Black Edition in Daytona Grey (with Tech Pack and Comfort Sound Pack) 33k miles (picking up next week) So if anyone has some hints and tips, what to look out for and things on the entertainment system i need to look at, I'm more than welcome for pointers. Obviously, when you join a car forum all you see is a list of "How to fix" or "New issues with" as the main post's which always makes nervous reading when you have just put some hard cash down. Is there any main things i should look out for in the first month? and if anyone has a standard service cost at audi or 3rd party garage prices that would be useful to note. My wife thinks its a bit old man car, is it really?, I love the look!! Anyway i will be reading through lots of old posts to see what I have I got myself into..

Hello Geraint, The forum is here to help you in any way it can. Please keep in touch with us. Regards, Gareth.

Thank you Gareth, I will try and repair myself 🙂👍

I never use the footrest, and it only serves to catch my shoe to prevent me from operating the clutch pedal. Before I remove it for ever, I wondered if anyone knew if there is carpet underneath the footrest?

I can just about hear the noise in the last three seconds of the audio, but it is so overwhelmed by engine noise that I have no chance of identifying it.

Not 100% sure they did in garage & was quickly set up. The Audi app works fine when I get in vehicle. Just checked I am set up via bluetooth

Hi I’ve just fitted a new grill but had the ugly foam behind it has anyone done the same if so did you keep the foam ? Or can it be removed ? Thanks

Hi mate I’ve done the same but what did you do with the foam insert that’s shows behind the grill thanks

Looks a lovely cabrio. Glad you tracked down why brand they are.

Thanks yeah I follow vag technic on YouTube they know their stuff just wasn’t sure if there was anyone closer , I don’t mind a drive to somewhere good tho

Welcome to the forum you'll find the members on here are a friendly and helpful bunch. Check service history for proof of cambelt and water pump changes and gearbox services. Make sure ac works as compressors can be expensive. Make sure the heater works consistently between all vents and heat is the same. If not it could be an issue with the heater matrix. Issues with dpf, egr are well documented. Check YouTube videos for buyers guides

Thanks! I bought the car and went directly to the very north of Sweden in the beginning of February and it was cold 🥶 as hell like -25 Celsius so one theory I have is that the discs weren’t worn in and got overheated and warped if I braked to hard. but I will try your advice first then and secondly change discs. Bosch discs are about 45€ each at AUTODOC so not too expensive.

Hello Ian, Remove the auxiliary belt and see if the noise on cold starting disappears or not. Regards, Gareth.

Thanks. That's really helpful. Changing the front discs this weekend so while I'm at it, will jack it up at the rear and see what markings I can find on the existing springs and hopefully match them against the LLL parts website.

Fantastic news 😁

Usually scan with VCDS to see if any error codes. He's a similar issue and how it was resolved.

Hello all, Thank you for your help, and apologies for the late response. I got the car back yesterday—they’ve replaced the arms. I’ll be taking it to my friend’s garage to record a video of the post-repair condition and will share it here. There’s still a minor issue with the dashboard brake pad warning light. It remains on, even though the brake pads, discs, and sensor have all been replaced. The mechanic wasn’t able to resolve it and mentioned it’s likely related to the wiring, requiring an electrician. The dealer has agreed to arrange one. If anyone has experience with this issue or knows what might be causing the light to stay on, I’d appreciate any insights. After that’s sorted, I’ll also be getting the belt replaced as a precaution—it’ll cost around £200. The last belt change was 9 years ago when car mileage was 51k Kind regards,

Hi all Is there a workshop manual that's available which covers the 2.6 V6 Coupe? I've seen that Haynes did one that covered the earlier models to 1990 but this doesn't include the 2.6. Even an exploded parts diagram would be of assistance if this is available anywhere. Thanks in advance

Thanks will have a look .

What is the latest on this Martin?

Thanks Tony, Probably best to advertise this under a separate post - listing the registration number in the title. Regards, Gareth.

Hello John, A forum search for various Parts Wanted, should point you to on-line car breaker link sites such as Partsfinder - there are more. Also search EBay etc. What mileage has yours covered, and when was the Haldex unit last serviced. Tyre thread depth been uniform on all wheels during your ownership? Regards, Gareth.

Think your best bet is to phone a few VAG transmission specialists in the central belt, agree on repair and estimate cost. Drive through and leave the car and get a train or bus back. Now unless you’re on the islands, then you could spend a few days in Glasgow and then return with car once fixed. It’s difficult to assume anything with transmissions, so only once it’s checked, can they repair or replace parts. Inverness Audi would take a kidney as part payment as you know.