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I started my car a couple weeks ago and accidentally blipped the throttle while it was on cold start and got this horrible rattle that I can produce every time, it now does it for a split second when first cranking the car. Does this sound like the chain? Thanks https://youtube.com/shorts/x58XhvWhios?si=z8ipEYDhh-ZZeeoB

Sad to say I'm selling what has been my pride and joy for the last 4 years. Honestly gutted to be selling but I have a new job that comes with a company car benefit too good to ignore (making the jump to EV...). 3 owners, full service history and I've just had all 4 alloys refurbished, she's running great and looks even better. Link to my Autotrader and FB Marketplace ads can be found below: https://www.autotrader.co.uk/secure/my-auto-trader/manage-my-adverts#liveAds https://www.facebook.com/share/1AjasWtprG/ I'm on 07877925367, if you have any questions feel free to call or WhatsApp me. I can provide a virtual viewing or send pics / videos whatever's easiest. Based in Sidcup, Kent just next to Greenwich, London.

Sorry for long post. I have a Japanese imported Audi Q3 Quattro 2014 Automatic with mileage of 62,000 and after approx. 1 month I noticed when I first got in car and pulled away there was a type of thud sound coming from rear it does it 3 or 4 times as I drive along then stops. It doesn’t do it again only on start up and only if car been sitting a few hours. I took it for a full service at Audi main dealership including replacing Haldex oil and nothing was found. My husband who is a mechanic for another main dealer has gone over the car and found nothing wrong and in fact both have said the car is in excellent condition. I did wonder if it was gear change thing as I when I start off, I go ridiculously slowly it doesn’t do it almost seems to start when car changes from first to second etc.. but nothing found wrong with gears etc. on examinations. There are no faults on computer of dash so I’m baffled. Don’t really want to take the car back as it is a good car in great condition. Has anyone else experienced this?

Seen a few comments that say sonos takes more time to adjust to your liking than b&o.

Any comment on the last three replies Dm? I know you have seen them.

Thanks for the quick response! I was suspecting a worn rubber bush or but always worry it might be more (praying its not!). There's no leaking fluid anyway but I will update as soon as I get it looked at.

The very first week I had my new 35TFSI a stone from a lorry hit my headlight and cracked it. I was gutted. I see it is possible to replace just the glass (plastic). Has anyone done this? Can anyone tell me how to remove the headlight? Is it an easy job? Thanks.

It's likely to be a worn rubber bush in one of the suspension or steering links.

Possibly one or more of the flaps in the ducts are not working. It's a common problem that the garage should be able to diagnose.

Hi all, Wondering if you can help me diagnose the sound I am hearing in the video attached. Usually only hearing this when I get into my car or when I put a little pressure on it. I've checked all other sides and no similar noise. It will be going in for a service soon but wanted to see if anyone had any idea beforehand. Thanks! VID-20250529-WA0011_1.mp4

Hi all, New member here, currently own an C8 Avant and love it 👌 look forward to talking more with others on the forum

My 2014 A6 C7 saloon has a problem with air con, would welcome any ideas as to what it could be please? Basically, with the climate set to lowest setting on both sides, only the drivers side gets cold and to the required temperature. The passenger side is like a normal temperature (not hot or cold). Works ok when you want heat both sides, the problem is only when you want cold, passenger side doesn't get down to temp. Audi advice: "probably needs a re-gas" but i'm pretty sure it's not that. Any ideas welcome please?

The note from the Audi garage: Inspection Notes: Confirmed customers complaint of charging flap issue, checked and found actuator to be defective causing issue to occur, will require high voltage charging flap unit with actuator F496 replacing and re-checking (£390 !!!!) F496?? This should be the right Part number: 8V0862159 I'm a bit confused I'This should be the Part number: 8V0862159This should be the Part number: 8V0862159This should be the Part number: 8V0862159

Hi was there any joy in getting it fixed?

Hi i had the same issue - did you ever get it sorted?

I thought that but wouldn't that result in cold air coming from all the vents?

Thx - that’s great!

A wise choice.

Quick update: The car has been dropped off at the Audi garage to resolve this issue, the air-con button issue along with a free update to the braking system. They mentioned it’s a well-known issue reported by Audi HQ. Please check your car and contact your Audi garage asap!

Morning all. New to the Audi clan as of Friday last week. A3 Sportback TDi Black Edition. Up to now, mostly satisfied. A few niggles, but nothing worth worrying about except Sonos system. Is it me, or is it a disappointment? I find it totally lacking clarity and depth of bass! Keep fiddling with it but not much improvement. Considering a remap at some point in near future. Is it possible ? Any recommendations? many thank in anticipation 😜

New MAF sensor installed. Both fault codes cleared. Only problem will be how long the MAF sensor lasts this time. If anyone has any thoughts on where to fo with loom investigation that'd be appreciated.

Hi, im having a similar issue as to Gillian with the car Alarm, i have a Audi A7 where the alrm is going off randomly, ive actuality disconnected the interior sensor inside above the drivers rear mirror as i was thinking it was an inside problem but its still going off, would be handy if anyone knows where the other sensors are as i could do the same to try and irradicate the isssue, Thanks in advance if anyone can help Gordon

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Thanks Colin, The handbook should give you choice which was available, but will not tell you what the car was fitted with at build. Just wondering why you want to know, and what the car is fitted with now. Regards, Gareth.

Or just buy 5litres Quantum Longlife 3 which is VAG’s own brand. I never extend oil changes out to c18k or 18 months, but change it annually if you do an average mileage. Quantum is available from a number of reputable EBay sellers. 5 litres will allow you to have enough ‘top up’ oil for hopefully a couple of years. Regards, Gareth.