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    A4 Avant Quattro S Line SE TFSi
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    06

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  1. Hello all, don't know if this has been covered before or if it counts as technical but here goes. If you look in your service schedule book inner front page, there is a sticker that gives all the build/options details for your car in 3 letter/number combos (and also the paint code). There is a pdf file that identifies every one of them so you can look it up & get the exact factory spec for your car. I have attached the pdf, hope it works. Vag-option codes Listing Jan 2018.pdf
  2. Hi all, I'm sure it's been asked before but here goes. My A4 B7 is a SE edition & has Xenon headlamps. the Near/passenger side headlamp 'flickers' (on dip beam) whilst driving - not sure if its actually going off & back on again or just flickering. Any ideas anyone?
  3. Hello all, changed the DV Valve for latest version (not difficult at all with a 1/4" socket set), got a PCV valve on order. Ran VCDS & got a few fault codes: 001393 - Brake Switch (F) 001796 - Clutch Switch (F36) 008577 - Performance Malfunction in Cooling System 00819 - High Pressure Sensor (G65) Changed the brake/clutch switches (last week - so historic only), High Pressure sensor is, I believe, possibly low gas on aircon, no idea where/what cooling system problem is (or was - probably historic). Cleared fault codes - now no faults showing but need to run the car a bit & then recheck next weekend. Also now using Tesco Momentum 99 - appears to be best fuel you can get just now so will see if it makes a difference......
  4. Hello again folks, I'll do a VCDS (got the full version) scan at the weekend & see what comes up. I do like the car, it's looks & the way it drives, just a shame about the performance - my V6 Calibra was mildly tuned (around 200bhp) but it actually felt faster (indeed could get into 3 figures on the speedo in 3rd with 2 gears left to go..............). At least now I've replaced the brake & clutch switches (both were broken inside) the cruise control works again. Maybe that will help the economy. I've also been looking at some reports/videos about various fuels & their effect on running - it seems that Tesco Momentum is the one to use with Shell V Power (that's what I've used for years) the 2nd choice. Guess I'll give the Tesco stuff a try......
  5. Hello all - I bought an 06 plate S Line A4 Avant 2.0l TFSI Turbo Quattro SE to replace my older Avant Sport Quattro TDi but have to say, after driving it for a week, I'm kinda disappointed with the performance......... It’s not a slouch as such but I expected more from the BUL (220bhp) engine. It's in very nice condition otherwise apart from the usual front arch tin worm & it had quite a bit of work done to it just before I bought it (got all the receipts) which included New Cam Chain/Tensioner, New Oil Pump Drive Chain/Sprockets/Tensioner, New Oil Pump Pick-Up Pipe, New Cam Follower For HP Fuel Pump amongst other things. It also seems to have rather poor fuel economy - best I've managed is 32mpg with virtually no throttle at a reasonably steady 55mph on main road. I had it up on the hoist today & pulled the Turbo Converter Valve expecting the diaphram to be split BUT no, its in perfect condition (though I have the newer version on order) so not too sure what to look at next. Any thoughts folks?
  6. Hi folks - I know this is an old topic but, as far as I am aware - if the radio is the original (factory) unit in the car, it doesn't need a code if refitted to the same car - only if you try to put it in a different car.
  7. Hello all again - It looks like the tyres might be my problem after all (thanks Dan3222). When I first got the car & rebuilt the brakes/suspension, I fitted 2 new tyres to the front but the rears (though non matching) had plenty tread left so I left them on. The ESP programming must be assuming that, as the wheels don't appear to be going at the same speed, it has to 'intervene' as I must be skidding! Precicely what you DON'T want to happen in a corner - it applies the brake to the wheel it thinks is skidding & upsetting the balance...... A similar problem I recall now from a few years ago on my Dad's Passat estate when it had non matching aspect ratio tyres fitted (by mistake). It also exhibited strange handling behaviour. A new set of matching tyres cured it. As the Passat is only FWD though, I hadn't realised the same thing might be happening to the 4WD Audi. Looks like more new boots are required..... By the way, the jack was purchased fom a company in Mansfield called BH Repairs - as I recall, cost was around £1400 inc. delivery (it weighs about 3/4 of a tonne so hard to deliver! I can give more details if anyone wants. From personal experience, it's one of those tools that once you have it you can't understand how you EVER managed before..... It has certainly long since 'paid for itself' in the large amount of major work I have carried out on various cars - I can't recommend it enough if you are serious about doing your own repairs & mods.
  8. Hi folks, thanks for the replies. The tyres are in good shape, plenty of tread and though they are not matching brands, the tread patterns are very similar. I replaced the entire suspension front & back as everything was worn out - I used a budget adjustable suspension kit which I probably have set too low - no doubt the suspension geometry may be a contributing factor. Whilst all the front arms/bushes were replaced at the same time (a lot of bangs & knocks were happening), the rear arms/bushes were not (no-one seems to do a complete set of arms/bushes for the rear of the Quattros). I have wondered if the ESC program may be causing it - can it be switched off? I have a Hydraulic scissors jack (see pic) that lifts the whole car up to about chest height with the wheels dangling so all the components can be looked at with no load on them. All seems OK but I guess the rear bushes must be too soft after all. I also reckon there's a fair chance that the rear camber will be wrong - the adjusting bolts are seized so major dismantling will probably be necessary.
  9. Hi all - I seem to have a problem with my Avant Quattro that is very annoying - namely that in rainy weather, the back end of the car quite literally feels like I'm driving on ice - extremely nervous handling and feels like the back end will break loose (in fact it does sometimes) on every corner - even at slow/moderate speeds. This definitely spoils the enjoyment of the car. The effect is also noticeable in the dry - just not nearly so much. The rear tyres are in good order & I recently replaced the cars suspension (though the fault was there before this). Anyone else experienced this phenomenon?
  10. Hello all - The problem appears to have rectified itself! Car is starting normally again, I suspect there may have been some dampness had got in where it shouldn't have & has now dried up. Yay.
  11. Hello again, there is no smell of diesel and I don't think it smokes on starting but I may get the chance at the weekend to plug VCDS in to find out what fault codes are stored to try & get a handle on whats wrong. Thank you all for your replies so far, I'll get back to you on this.
  12. Hi all, thanks for the replies - the problem seems to be at all temperatures except, occasionally, it starts first time just like it always did before. Suspect maybe a poor electrical connection on a sensor or relay may be the cause - just unsure exactly where to look.......
  13. Hello all - a newbie to this site, but NOT a newbie to mechanical maladies....... I have an A4 Avant quattro TDi (1.9) and it suddenly has a starting problem (began yesterday) in that it needs to be cranked a lot longer than it used to to start. It has not (so far) refused to start but this may happen further down the line. It used to start instantly in all weathers/temperatures so not sure why this is happening? Anyone seen this with their car? Anyone got a fix for it or at least a reason? Having just replaced the suspension & fitted a new clutch/DMF, I would hate this to suddenly become yet another expensive problem......
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