simon_m29

Yeah it may need coding, the luck that I’m having at the moment it definitely will!

There’s clips on the 4 corners but the part is in so tight that I’m unable to see how to get at them to release them

Actual footage of me when I get out of my car

Further to my post above, my A3 has now been into 2 local garages. The first said they couldn’t find any reason for the faults. The second said it’s probably the heater control on the dashboard. I’ve sourced a new part and am trying to take out the old part and slide in the new one! Nightmare! Does anyone know how I remove it? There doesn’t appear any way of loosening the clips.

I’ll definitely let you know the outcome 👍

Audi didn’t say it was, leaking. They didn’t tell us they’d found the leak anywhere. No sign of any leaks anywhere. I’ve booked it in to the local garage in Conwy. I’ll have a look to see if I can find the heater control valve tomorrow see if there’s any sign of any leaking coolant

Hi Gareth, thanks for the reply. Initially the heater stopped producing heat, then recently the coolant started dropping. After lots of searching I found that it may be the heater control valve. The apparent symptoms are no heat initially then loss of coolant through the valve. No idea if this is a valid issue or not 🤯 Simon

Hi I’m having the same issue on 2013 A3 2.0L TDI, it’s been into Audi for a diagnostic. £400 later they’ve said they’re not sure! It could be 1 of 3 things: 1. Water pump/cam belt 2. Some exhaust manifold issue 3. Head gasket Ive since heard it may be the Heater Control Valve. Does anyone know if this model car has one and whereabouts in the engine it is? Cheers in advance, Simon