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I would suggest employing a trusted auto electrician before considering replacing the seat - which seems rather extreme. If the motor will move the seat in one direction then it points to it at least being electrically efficient. Kind regards, Gareth.

There’s usually a key hole ( very often partially concealed) that allows you to open the boot manually. Can you get into the car via. a key,,and if so I take it you can then open the bonnet? Kind regards, Gareth.

Thanks Rob, but you say ‘…..remove spark plugs one by one and crank over….’ So to be clear, did you remove all ( in caps) spark plugs, and tested the compression on each cylinder when all plugs were removed from the engine? Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Mick, I usually buy from Parts in Motion, and have found their prices to be competitive and their service second to none. I don’t have any connection with the company. Perhaps you could let us know what the comparative value prices are from the suppliers eventually tried. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Rob, The recommended way to check compression is to remove all plugs before carrying out this procedure so the engine spins freely. As Cliff says 110psi is too low. Well worth repeating with the above procedure and you may find you get higher readings. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Admel Probably best to PM him, since he hasn’t returned to the form for almost a year. Please let us know how you get on. P.s. Have you followed Darryl’s links

Thanks Steve, Could you please list a price which is acceptable to you, as opposed to ‘offers’. Many thanks.

Any further comments on this Graham?

Hello Alan, Check connection on to starter motor solenoid.

Look on LLL Parts website.

Where have you tried so far Dave, and can we take it you don’t want to pay dealer price?

Try IM Axles - as per my suggestion to good effect on similar question a month or so ago. Is this fracture in the actual subframe, or a suspension link?

What problem do you have Matt to suspect the control module is at fault?

Let us know what you decide Gwyn, but please take time to read responses on similar threads in the past. In case it helps, I’m very much in Steve’s camp.

Thanks Mick, Your question would be very difficult to answer, if only from the point that everyone’s driving styles differ - light anticipated slow down to last minute ‘on the brakes’ for example. 4mm thick pads are due for renewal fairly shortly. I would agree that if you can see a lip on the discs then it’s worth renewing them as well, particularly since you have to factor in what they will be like in another 32k worth of wear. Discs and pads to use?? Opinions differ, but I have been using Brembo to good effect on a family member’s non-Audi - in fact better than manufacturer’s ones. Just bought Brembo rear discs and pads for my non- Audi. No connection, but I buy most of my parts from Parts in Motion, usually via. their EBay listings. Last day today for their extra 20% off already competitive prices. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Charles, Where abouts in S.Wales? - big area! I have used a small independent west of St. Clears to good effect. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Dave, I did suggest you find hoses of the same bore and similar bends - as what Autodoc supply - and simply ‘cut and shut’ them to make up the total length. Have you investigated that route?

Thanks Gwyn, so at least you have returned to the forum in the last 24 hrs. Your comments so far would be appreciated. Many thanks, Gareth.

It’s refreshing to hear the the advice given on here here has been of help. It would be good if you pressed the heart logo then Kevin.

Hello Gwyn, Wondered whether you have come to a decision on what you are going to do -?

Please keep us up to date Stephen. Many thanks, Gareth.

Any ideas relating to how we stop this then Larry?

I would say no Ross. You need to return it to the seller due to not being as described. Kind regards, Gareth.

Hello Kevin, Replacing a battery with what is currently fitted, is not always the best thing to do, since someone before you might simply have fitted anything which might just have fitted . You shouldn’t go far wrong by placing yourself in the hands of Tayna, or Parts in Motion - inputting your reg. no. on their (EBay ) sites, following the recommendation but always checking dimensions before committing. I have used their Exide brand to good effect of late. Please come back to us if still in any doubt. Kind regards, Gareth. p.s. You mention 906 - do you mean 096?

Thanks Cliff - very enlightening. Mark - silicone spray. The bodyshop’s enemy. I would keep it well away from any paintwork, otherwise ‘fish eyes’ paint problems are inevitable.