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Hi. Is this problem fixed? I haver exactly the same problem with my A6C7 Avant 2.0TDI.

Hi folks. I have just bought a 2022 A6 Saloon Black Edition and the vehicle spec tells me it has the Ambient Lighting pack. When I go into the Car settings and select ‘Background lighting’, it only gives the option to adjust the brightness, not to change colours or themes. Any ideas as to what to do here?

Hi AdamLa, I am having the same exact issue as you've described on my A3 2017. Car has never gone into limp mode though, I've been on the motorway at normal speeds with the light flashing the entire journey. But as you've described, car turned off at work and restarted 4+ hours later on the way back from work - doesnt illuminate. Next morning it does illuminate again. Although heavy acceleration always seems to bring it up whatever the conditions. Fault code is Oil Pressure Switch related. Did you manage to fix the problem and what did you need to do? Was it simply changing the switch? Please please tell me it was an easy fix 😁

I'd recommend to look on eBay including international sellers.

Hi Guys New to this forum having just bought a 2ltr TDI Avant. Unfortunately the high pressure power steering hose from pump to steering rack is leaking. Would somebody be able to advice where i might get a replacement and what the origlnal part number would be. I can see that i will have to invest in a service manual. What do people suggest?

Hi I was looking for some advise in regards to the stronic gearbox’s I’ve had some problems with a friend of mine it has already had the metronic unit replaced prior to purchasing but recently the car had started crunching in to get then gradually got worse and the other day stopped selecting gears then would work again after a while. Changed the gearbox oil today used genuine oil upon draining the old oil out there was very minimal oil in it would say about 100ml. After changing the oil I went to to test the vehicle and it still has the same fault where I will drive it will select 1st 2nd and 3rd gear fine then it will increase speed go to change in to 4th then the gearbox light will come on and it will stick in first gear then pull over switch off and on again then it is fine but then will repeat the same fault any advise on what to check or change next would be appreciated. I do have a suspicion that it could have completely ruined the gearbox driving it with next to no oil in but if there’s anything cheaper to check before getting in to replacing the box I will happily give it a go. Thanks in advance

Dont ask, 2007 build, electric gremlins, the nav doesnt work neither does the radiom but by god does it glide and absorb uk roads, I love audi but for comfort Mercedes always wins

Hi Wayne I don't think its the relay it is most likely the motor, because they are a cr@p design and fail frequently over the 190k I had the car I went through three rear motors all with different symptoms of failure, constant running, parking of wiper arm in multiple positions, no wiper at all, this is due to water ingress in to the control box PCB, never changed the relay ever, but if you use reverse logic if it works why is the relay at fault, most common symptoms of relay failure are, intermittent function or no function at all. Steve.

Hi All I have A6 (C7) Avant with a constant on rear wiper. Just need confirmation re location of rear wiper relay, if anyone can help, thanks. Wayne

Hi lads long story short I have a 2005 gti with a Cdl engine from a 8p s3. Recently my car has developed a misfire on cylinder 4 only it’s accompanied with these following codes p0300 multiple missfire, p0304 cylinder four missifre ,p1093 bank 1 fuel measuring system 2 malfunction. Cars gotten new pcv, coil packs, spark plugs, intake manifold was cleaned + valves from carbon, new n80 valve + the lines that run into the manifold, fuel filter, cam follower. All these things weren’t too long ago either only a few months. Car has switchable maps, 320bhp. I’ve also done a compression test ( cold ) 190 on all cylinders and 186 on cylinder 1. I feel like I’m missing something as I can’t figure out what is wrong with it. The missfire was inconsistent and started at high Rpms under load and then developed into constant to a point now where it sounds like a rotary. Epc and engine light flashes. I’m Gona bring it in to a shop this week but thought I’d ask here to see if anyone ever had similar problems.

No lights on dash ,but thanks for replying

I unknowingly had the opportunity to get it remapped for free when I got the adblue deleted but I asked the question too late but according to the guy it would have put power up to 225bhp and increased the torque and he reckoned it would have improved the economy by up to 10mpg over standard

Hi Gareth Thanks for your reply while gearbox is out may as well do everything I’m really surprised i didnt get any warning signs whatsoever it pulled well in all gears, gear change was always smooth and quiet still it is what it is just got to get on with it now

Hello David, Whatever component within the clutch assembly is at fault, it obviously means gearbox out to find the offender, be it from the release bearing/ concentric clutch, to the DM flywheel - or pressure plate or driven plate in between - all won’t be revealed until it is disassembled. Regrettably, but to be expected, it would not make sense just to renew the offending part, so a full assembly sounds ominous. Kind regards, Gareth. p.s. I would advise only using quality parts - e.g. LUK, although aftermarket DMFs can be difficult to find as aftermarket on some models. Keep your fingers crossed it’s not a main-dealer-only part on yours.

Hi All So this morning got into my 2009 A3 1.4tfsi started as normal foot depressing clutch as i was getting to the biting point the car started making a horrendous clattering sound which immediately went away when i depressed the clutch pedal I’m thinking its the flywheel and/or clutch Any ideas how i can narrow down the fault?

Yes I am the same. Disappointed in fuel economy a lot tbh. Has any body mapped to see if it improves?

Did you get anywhere with this after Alex?

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up as the issue could be with the module or wiring harness etc.

Looks like the code is a fault for the engine mounts. You need to check the wiring to the mounts as they are prone to breaking quite near to where they plug in. If wiring is ok then it could be the sensor for the mounts or the mount(s) themselves.

I'd definitely recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. If you're experiencing multiple electrical issues then it might be worth looking at the comfort control module which is situated under the passenger front footwells carpet. If this is got wet at all from any water ingress then this could be damaged. If it is this then you'll need to get one with the exact same part number. Alternatively electric windows and other door electrical issues can be attributed to broken wires in the door harness in the flexible rubber but which joins door to the a pillar.

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. Could be an issue with the maf sensor.

From what I've read from people who have done this on older a3s, you're best getting a golf dash from a car the exact build year as your A3. Then In theory it'll fit as mounting points should be the same, not sure how it'll work with the door cards though? Ie any protrusions from one or the other that'd stop the door closing. Don't forget that the instrument cluster is coded to your car with the imobiliser so ideally you need to keep the same cluster.

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