Steve Q

Has it got electronic power steering? 

If so, how olds the battery? If it's over 5-7 years old then it could be failing which is causing the steering not to work properly as it's drawing a lot of power. 

One of the most common causes is a loose airbag wire under the passenger seat. 

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up. 

It could also be the airbag deactivation switch in the glovebox. 

It'll definitely need to be coded. 

When I had a rough running Volvo 940 I disconnected the maf sensor and it ran better. I knew mad sensor was faulty. Once it was replaced it ran spot on. Not sure if you can try that trick with the A3 as it's more technical. 

12 hours ago, alpha omega said:

happy easter to all the admin thank you for all your time and effort best wishes stephen😁

Thanks Stephen 🙂

First time I've heard of this. Sounds like a design flaw. 

Just now, Broadband007bond said:

Thanks Steve - got it booked into dealer next week and hopefully they can sort

Please keep us posted on how you get on 🙂

From all the admin team Just want to wish all our members a happy Easter 🐰🐣 hope you have a great day 😊

I'd recommend a diagnostic check to see if any fault codes flag up 

I agree they do look naff. 

2 hours ago, Anton8 said:

I was really looking forward to the show. We should organise our own somewhere.

We could do. New date is 14th July. All current tickets will be honoured for that date. 

I'm gutted it's been postponed 

11 hours ago, S3_Cal said:

Good Evening Steve!

This would be something I’d be looking at taking part in! I picked up my new to me Audi S3 last Saturday and want to get to as many shows as possible to meet the community!

 

Thanks Cal

 

P.S Picture for attention 

Lovely A3, feel free to join us. Book by today to get early bird discount (make sure you buy a participant ticket) 

I bet! 🙂

13 hours ago, stevep10 said:

Thanks Steve - some great advice in your TT window repair. Much appreciated.

Steve

You're welcome 🙂

eBay says they won't but I'll do some research 🙂

Did you have to run spacers etc to fit them? 

Just wondering if they'd bolt straight up to my c5 2wd. Have you got any pics? 

And what condition are the tyres?

Keep us posted on how you get on 🙂

Id recommend checking eBay including international sellers. 

Yep looks like a missing clip in my opinion 

Could be an issue with the bulb holders. 

Could it be a cam sensor? 

On 3/21/2024 at 7:02 PM, tonylovescars said:

Just added new Porsche roof box. Just love it 😀. 

Looks a lovely car 🙂

Glad you're happy with it 🙂

Could be the ECU and the only way you'll know is sending it off for repair. 

You might be able to buy a second hand one from eBay but it must be the exact same part number. Then the imobiliser will need to be removed from it or recoded to work for your car.