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Hi if you replace anything to do with crash protection its likely it needs to be readapted to the car as do airbags parking sensors, new seatbelts and modules. Steve.

Sounds like the car needs scanned with VCDS to pinpoint it. There’s a few sensors at the front. In addition, that bumper will need to come off. Majority of screws are either Torx or M8/M10. You can get Irwin bolt removal sockets. For Torx, you might need to drill a pilot hole and then use an easy out. Irwin stuff is very good. Spray PlusGas penetrating release on it too. At least with the bumper off you can inspect the wiring. With any airbag related work, 12v battery disconnected, stick on trickle charge and wait 30 mins before commencing work.

The one I had seen had only had the haldex serviced once in its 100,000 so didn’t go to see it, thanks for everyone guidance and advice. I have to find a car asap as mine was was written off and only have the courtesy car for a limited time from the at faults insurance. Looking at prices for a solid S3 example and what the damage engineer assessor is offering despite my examples of similar cars, I’ll have to cut my cloth accordingly and go for the cheaper (less fun) option of another older civic. Thanks for everyone’s input, it’s much appreciated. Thanks for the advice. I’ll check with the dealer re the service intervals. I don’t have access to a VCDS, would rac/aa inspection have one if I get them to look it over, as the car isn’t local? Thanks again

Solid engine, will be paired with 8-speed Tiptronic. If this has mild hybrid 48v they can be a nightmare to repair. 3.0TDI has lots of low end torque. Diesels don’t like town driving, so if mainly country driving and motorways, that’s fine. You’ll also find these Euro 6 diesels have DPF, EGR, AdBlue, etc. That’s fine as long as engine gets to temperature and decent runs 30 mins or more. I add Forte anti-crystal to every AdBlue top up and run premium diesel only. Fuel filter needs changed every 20k miles. I also change oil every 5-6k miles. I’m spanner handy, but this will be my last diesel, so I don’t want any crippling bills. If you’re buying with Audi finance you can usually get 2 year warranty, or 12 months if cash only. Maybe Audi have changed their sale proposition, but that’s my experience. If the car has only had 2 oil changes in its life, not unusual on long service intervals of 15-18k miles, I’d look elsewhere to be honest, irrespective of the mileage.

Thank you for the warm welcome Gareth, thank you for the information, I will have a look as soon as I get the chance and update, hopefully a quick fix 🤞🏻 Scott

Great idea and fitting guide thank you.