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Yeah it’s still driveable

Well she's still sitting level so no leaks yet......damn,I just had to say that......we shall see. For the moment all seems OK. I have no doubt I'll be back with other sob stories 🤣

Good news mate, happy days.

So the haldex has basically failed leaking and noisy. Have been advised to replace or repair cost of a new unit seems prohibitive, so looking for a low mileage replacement or an overhauled exchange unit with warranty.

I believe in my case the alarm/immo is built in the pump itself. I have not found any box for the immobilizer in the car.

It’s £900, all the reg sales companies value it at between £1100 & £1250, cheers

On your phone bluetooth menu, select the mmi connection and check the settings allowed. you should have a couple of options in there like the pic attached. Make sure the Media audio option is allowed. (thats the first thing i would do anyway)

Have you checked the engine or gearbox mounts? Could it be a clutch/dmf issue?

Thank you for your reply. I have the invoice for brake pads ( dated 18//07/23) and they are Borg and Beck BBP1766 from Motor Parts Direct - I have checked their web site and they are correct. I note new discs were also fitted at the same time supplied by them BBD4509, which are correct. With regard to carrier wear the car has done 12500miles, and don't believe the car has been driven hard, since I know the previous owner, who has owned the car from new. Thank you for the very helpful diagrams and note the only spring on the caliper shown is on the outer which I have replaced. I find this unusual as other calipers I have worked on have springs in the base of the carrier and hold the pads tight in the holder. I have ordered some ceramic brake grease and will carry your recommendations and will let you know. Thank you again.

Picking up my S5 Avant today. Lets hope a few months of customer "beta" testing has ironed out the glitches. I have been advised that there are a few features that are pending updates. Thankfully SW updates are over the air - or are they?? I have worked in an electronics and software environment and all new products will have glitches, bugs, undocumented features and ultimately recalls where over the air fixes are not possible. The price to pay for initial exclusivity? Agree with the comment about the S5 being more like an A6 regarding dims and possibly appearance. From my perspective this is a plus as I am trading in my trusty A6 C7 for it. The load space is less but the towing capacity is up, BONUS! The car is on 20" rims, not sure 19's are an option - I did not configure my car but did not see other wheel options on the Audi configurator site. The car has more toys than Santa's workshop - its going to be some time before I find and test them all but looking forward to it.

I wish to refurbish or purchase new centre wheel caps. Cannot find reasonably priced ones. Any suggestions would be helpful.

I had the MAF sensor changed and a fault lit up again, did a little research and found that there is a pressure sensor for the DPF. Located tot he rear right of the engine - top. I recall mine was about £28 from Euro Car Parts and a 10 minute fit.

Thanks Magnet I have downloaded a service repair manual of Esty I think it was but prefere a proper book online manuals I seem to be allways scrolling about and hunting that is what it is .

Me too, but all's well that ends well.

Getting blood from a stone is easier.

Oh I see now. Nope it seems to operate as normal, starts easily every time.

Yeah will update you as I progress, I'm sure ti be popping up for a while I was always on Audifans back when mine was on the road and I've a fair bit of work to do thanks.

MOT until 02/26. I bought it from Yeovil Audi in 2013 with only one previous owner. All Audi main dealer history to 2022 then Fergies in Thatcham in 2023 and a local garage last week. It has done 120k. I'm looking for £5,590. The car is located in Reading, Berkshire. Features: AC & Climate Automatic headlights & wipers CD/Radio/Bluetooth/SatNav Cruise Control Front Heated seats Electric Heated Mirrors Leather Seats Parking Sensors 4x Electric Windows Xenon Headlights Note: there is minor cosmetic damage to the rear bumper and near-side rear wing. I can supply photos if required. I have plenty more photos if you are interested.

Have you progressed this matter during the month Andy?

Any update for us Tom?

Are you going to return to the form Sam, to update on the questions posed?

Hi guys can anyone suggest a part no. checking site I'm trying to confirm parts for a front brake upgrade on my b3 16vq I've got the twin pot calipers but have been told I also need the hubs from a 90q so got hold of 2 part no DE 895258 & 7 k just want to make sure they're correct before they're refurbed thanks

Wowsers that's a big saving. Thanks for the write up Dave I'll pin your post so it'll be easier for other q7 owners to find

Think it takes a reading from the gearbox

Where have you tried so far? You could try eBay, or the old fashioned way and Google local breakers yards that might have a VAG group vehicle with the same engine.