questions you thought were too dumb to ask

[B6A4Dave]

I swapped B6 S4 rears onto my B6 A4. AFAIK, B6/B7 S4 brakes are the same.

Anyways, no pics really but it's actually pretty straight forward. First thing is the dust shield needs to be opened up slightly for the carriers to fit. They are much wider than the stock ones. Second, the handbrake needs to be popped out of the clips on the lower control arm to give you more slack so the end can be installed in the caliper. Then you can put the cable back in the clips.

Other than that, they bolt right up with no issues. Just make sure to use the original carrier bolts, they are different lengths. At first, I tried using the S4 carrier bolts I had gotten with the calipers, but the lower bolt didn't have enough threads engaged.

I have B7 A4 rear's.. any of the parts interchangable? carriers?

[diuvic]

I know it's a stupid question but, what do you guys use to hold your sunglasses? I've seen a couple of clip things that are pretty "functional" in the looks department.

I didn't know if you guys know of something a little more elegant or clever.


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[fR3ZNO]

What year B6 S4 had aluminum side mirror housings?

[kifac]

What year B6 S4 had aluminum side mirror housings?
Pretty sure it was only the 2004s

[SoCal S4]

I know it's a stupid question but, what do you guys use to hold your sunglasses? I've seen a couple of clip things that are pretty "functional" in the looks department.

I didn't know if you guys know of something a little more elegant or clever.


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http://www.ebay.com/itm/VW-Skoda-Audi-Seat-Sunglass-Holder-1J0857465-/262420431414?hash=item3d197a0236:g:Zq4AAOSwAuNW4qk P&vxp=mtr

[diuvic]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VW-Skoda-Audi-Seat-Sunglass-Holder-1J0857465-/262420431414?hash=item3d197a0236:g:Zq4AAOSwAuNW4qk P&vxp=mtr

Interesting, but I would like to keep my handles. I'm now thinking of velcroing a small black pouch to the side of my center console in a low out of sight place. For super easy access. I used to just put my sunglasses back in their case and on the door recess. Just seems like a pain to do every single time.

I really don't like those visor clips they sell and I haven't found one that doesn't look super cheap. Hopefully the little pouch will be enough out of the way to not be noticeable and / or tacky.


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[customa4]

What is everyone using to replace their e-brake cables? Is there a revised part that isn't so prone to seizing? Are the B7 e-brake cables better?

[MetalMan]

Is the eBay short shifter any good for the '04 1.8T 6-speed? Had one in my old B5 5-speed and it was great.
My existing B6 6-speed stock shifter doesn't have any slop (even has less slop than the JHM shifter in my B5 with JHM linkage upgrade). But the throw of the stock shifter is just so long... and I don't want to spend $275 since the JHM group group buy ended.

It's $40.50 right now:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NYPPD-Short-Shifter-Audi-A4-S4-2001-02-03-04-05-06-07-08-09-10-11-12-13-14-/321945393303

Anybody? [a4]

[texasboy21]

Anybody? [a4]

JHM > all the rest. [drive]

[MetalMan]

JHM > all the rest. [drive]

You're preaching to the choir! Have the JHM shifter and linkage upgrade on my B5. Just asking if anyone has experience with an eBay SS with the 6-speed.

[MoparFreak69]

Anybody? [a4]
Roller ball bearings in the shifter?
Infierior quality?

Sounds like Cheap China Garbage to me. Good luck if you decide to go for it!
If you just feel like throwing away $40 you can always Paypal me instead.

[MetalMan]

Roller ball bearings in the shifter?
Infierior quality?

Sounds like Cheap China Garbage to me. Good luck if you decide to go for it!
If you just feel like throwing away $40 you can always Paypal me instead.

Clearly you lack experience with this item... the stock shifter is "inferior quality" too IMO. At least in the B5 world, the eBay SS mitigates some of the lesser quality of the stock shifter, so I am asking here for anyone's actual non-speculative experience with one in a B6.

[fR3ZNO]

I was considering going with the cheaper eBay shifter for the B6, but the only one I could find was $140~ or around there. For that price, I decided to go with the JHM. Could you provide a link to the one you're talking about? For $40 it wouldn't hurt to try it...

[MetalMan]

I was considering going with the cheaper eBay shifter for the B6, but the only one I could find was $140~ or around there. For that price, I decided to go with the JHM. Could you provide a link to the one you're talking about? For $40 it wouldn't hurt to try it...

I've posted it twice lol:


Is the eBay short shifter any good for the '04 1.8T 6-speed? Had one in my old B5 5-speed and it was great.
My existing B6 6-speed stock shifter doesn't have any slop (even has less slop than the JHM shifter in my B5 with JHM linkage upgrade). But the throw of the stock shifter is just so long... and I don't want to spend $275 since the JHM group group buy ended.

It's $40.50 right now:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NYPPD-Short-Shifter-Audi-A4-S4-2001-02-03-04-05-06-07-08-09-10-11-12-13-14-/321945393303

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/472798-questions-you-thought-were-too-dumb-to-ask?p=11645850&viewfull=1#post11645850

[fR3ZNO]

I've posted it twice lol:



http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/472798-questions-you-thought-were-too-dumb-to-ask?p=11645850&viewfull=1#post11645850

What can I say? I'm lazy. Lol.

Looks like the plastic ball is replaced with a metal one, but the plastic socket/cage is retained unlike the JHM one. It looks decent, I'd go for it.

[MetalMan]

What can I say? I'm lazy. Lol.

Looks like the plastic ball is replaced with a metal one, but the plastic socket/cage is retained unlike the JHM one. It looks decent, I'd go for it.

This is where my thoughts are as well. But if, for example, the metal ball is undersized, then that would be bad and certainly worthy of being called a waste of money.

I still have to take apart the shifter on my B6... in neutral it sits angled to the right and is pretty annoying. So at that time I will compare it to the eBay ad.

[fR3ZNO]

This is where my thoughts are as well. But if, for example, the metal ball is undersized, then that would be bad and certainly worthy of being called a waste of money.

I still have to take apart the shifter on my B6... in neutral it sits angled to the right and is pretty annoying. So at that time I will compare it to the eBay ad.

I was thinking the same, if the metal ball isn't the right size it will create even more slop.

[customa4]

What is everyone using to replace their e-brake cables? Is there a revised part that isn't so prone to seizing? Are the B7 e-brake cables better?

Anyone?

[MoparFreak69]

Clearly you lack experience with this item... the stock shifter is "inferior quality" too IMO. At least in the B5 world, the eBay SS mitigates some of the lesser quality of the stock shifter, so I am asking here for anyone's actual non-speculative experience with one in a B6.
While I lack experience with this exact China knockoff executed poorly, I have plenty of experience with shifters in general. The stock shifter is actually pretty decent, with materials used that are properly suited to the job required of it. The ball is a durable nylon material that is hard wearing and not easily scratched or broken. The shifter shaft is steel and the pivot bushings are brass/bronze. With a fairly thick cast aluminum linkage connector, there isn't much to go wrong with it.
My car had 185K on the original 5 speed shifter that was plenty tight. The shifter I put into it during my 0A3 swap came out of an S4 Cabrio with almost 200K on it, nice and firm with no parts requiring replacement. My wife's B7 6 speed has 188K on it and only has the slightest bit of play due to the pivot ball on the transmission itself.

Go ahead, blow your money on a product that is going to be poorly machined and ill-fitting and that will require 4 times the amount of time necessary to make it half ass work. I'm sure you're going to get many miles out of those chinsy plastic bushings they include.

[ilikethewoods]

Anyone on this forum

Has anyone added a oil catch can but is also running the 034 Motor Sports breather hose kit. That hose kits has a t-split coming off the back of the valve cover, wondering how I can add some nice steal braided hose to a catch can. Lates....

[fR3ZNO]

Anyone?

I don't think there is any difference. The part numbers between the B6 and B7 cables on ECS are exactly the same.

[Luxus Panzer]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VW-Skoda-Audi-Seat-Sunglass-Holder-1J0857465-/262420431414?hash=item3d197a0236:g:Zq4AAOSwAuNW4qk P&vxp=mtr

Are you sure this works? I bought one and the holes are not wide enough appart. Evidently they do fit B5's

[eljay]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/VW-Skoda-Audi-Seat-Sunglass-Holder-1J0857465-/262420431414?hash=item3d197a0236:g:Zq4AAOSwAuNW4qk P&vxp=mtr
I had one of these in my MK4 Golf and just a heads-up that not all sunglasses will fit inside. If your sunglasses fold relatively flat, you're fine, but any that curve out would either not fit, or the cover will not fully close against the headliner, which I found extremely distracting.

[Northern_B6]

Can someone confirm a small detail for me??

Doing a full suspension refresh (FCP control arm kit & Bilstein w/ Eibach Pro) followed by an alignment.

My question is in regards to adding in spacers, should I be doing this before the alignment ? Will adding spacers afterwards mess up my alignment ?

I would like to let the new springs/struts settle a bit, then take my measurements for what size spacer I will need, then order up. I'm running stock 17" sport wheels and want to flush out the wheel after she gets a little lower..

Thanks in advance!

[old guy]

Spacers really won't affect the alignment. but I do have some suggestions. The Eibach ProKit springs are going to put you somewhere around 25" FTG. You need to take that into account when you get your alignment. Here's my suggestion: Clicky click (http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/644245-Front-Alignment-Settings-For-Your-Lowered-B6-A4)®

[Northern_B6]

Thanks OG.

Will take that information into account when dealing with my alignment!!

[a4audi4fun]

I know it's a stupid question but, what do you guys use to hold your sunglasses? I've seen a couple of clip things that are pretty "functional" in the looks department.

I didn't know if you guys know of something a little more elegant or clever.


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My B6 3.0 has a storage tray underneath the front seat (driver and passenger side). Check if you have them and would that work for you. That's where I store my sunglass case.

[B6A4Dave]

How do you remove the crash beam from the bumper cover?

I got in an accident today and need to get a new bumper..

[fR3ZNO]

Bought a reman S4 rear caliper... I've noticed some light rust forming on the inside circumference of the rotor. I'm not sure what would cause this. I have never seen something like this before. The slide pins were greased during the install. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160601/65ee5b9c5c6425c549daf7abb309e35a.jpg

[a4audi4fun]

@fR3ZNO - don't think it really matters our rotors rust really easily; I get rust specks on the roter after leaving the car overnight when I have washed it. The pad will remove the rust spots wherever it's in contact with the rotor.

[fR3ZNO]

@fR3ZNO - don't think it really matters our rotors rust really easily; I get rust specks on the roter after leaving the car overnight when I have washed it. The pad will remove the rust spots wherever it's in contact with the rotor.

That was shortly after driving 20~ minutes though....

But you're right, surface rust should go after a short drive. But it's not in this case.

[customa4]

Is the pad covering the entire surface of the rotor? Looks like a good portion is not contacting the rotor.

[fR3ZNO]

Is the pad covering the entire surface of the rotor? Looks like a good portion is not contacting the rotor.

It is actually, I don't get it.

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160602/fbd4f3641c75d3f1feaac0eee9c2ad62.jpg

[chad99]

does the pad have a chamfer edge to it? new pads might take a little bit of time to start touching the rotor

[fR3ZNO]

does the pad have a chamfer edge to it? new pads might take a little bit of time to start touching the rotor

None that I noticed.

Keep in mind this only happening on the one side.

[Willënskraft]

What brand of horns are you guys using/recommend?


B/c horns stopped working today.

[jacobsen]

None that I noticed.

Keep in mind this only happening on the one side.
Check the alignment of the pads on that side

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[eljay]

OK, I need some help!
I picked up a set of B7 brake calipers. Took out the pistons from all and they were nice and clean including the bores. The rear calipers were horribly rusted on the outside. So, I got all the calipers sandblasted and powdercoated and I just got them back. However, it seems that my powdercoater was lazy and did not cover the bores before sandblasting as there's lots of sand inside the bores, especially in the rear calipers that have the e-brake mechanism with its circlip etc. Not good! [headbang]
Also, I removed the bleeder screws from the rear calipers as they were quite rusted, but I managed not to break them. The fronts, I left in. But again, the guy did not cover them, so they are powdercoated in place! [facepalm] I was planning to install new ones, so the only problem is how to get them out. I think I will have to carefully chip the powder around their base before I try to turn them and snap the top half off. But here's my main question/issue: how do I get rid of the caked on sand and clean the inside of the rear caliper bores and the e-brake screw/mechanism? I will try to get out what I can, but is there anything I use to flush the caliper to get the sand off the walls and the screw? Audi manual say to use mineral spirits to clean the pistons. Will that or brake cleaner get the sand off too?
I wasn't planning to replace the e-brake seals, but now it sounds like a good idea to do (I have the full seal kit), huh? The only problem is that the nut holding the e-brake levers is... yep, you guessed it - powdercoated in place! [headbang]

Help me please!

[Willënskraft]

Drove by a QT that sells gas with no ethanol, anyone tried it recently? Results, impressions?

[jacobsen]

Drove by a QT that sells gas with no ethanol, anyone tried it recently? Results, impressions?
It will make your car more efficient and more peppy.

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[jacobsen]

OK, I need some help!
I picked up a set of B7 brake calipers. Took out the pistons from all and they were nice and clean including the bores. The rear calipers were horribly rusted on the outside. So, I got all the calipers sandblasted and powdercoated and I just got them back. However, it seems that my powdercoater was lazy and did not cover the bores before sandblasting as there's lots of sand inside the bores, especially in the rear calipers that have the e-brake mechanism with its circlip etc. Not good! [headbang]
Also, I removed the bleeder screws from the rear calipers as they were quite rusted, but I managed not to break them. The fronts, I left in. But again, the guy did not cover them, so they are powdercoated in place! [facepalm] I was planning to install new ones, so the only problem is how to get them out. I think I will have to carefully chip the powder around their base before I try to turn them and snap the top half off. But here's my main question/issue: how do I get rid of the caked on sand and clean the inside of the rear caliper bores and the e-brake screw/mechanism? I will try to get out what I can, but is there anything I use to flush the caliper to get the sand off the walls and the screw? Audi manual say to use mineral spirits to clean the pistons. Will that or brake cleaner get the sand off too?
I wasn't planning to replace the e-brake seals, but now it sounds like a good idea to do (I have the full seal kit), huh? The only problem is that the nut holding the e-brake levers is... yep, you guessed it - powdercoated in place! [headbang]

Help me please!
The situation sounds pretty convoluted... I got my entire B7 S4 setup on RockAuto for pretty cheap. I'm not sure there's a way to guarantee you get all that sand out...

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[eljay]

The situation sounds pretty convoluted... I got my entire B7 S4 setup on RockAuto for pretty cheap. I'm not sure there's a way to guarantee you get all that sand out...

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Well, I took the rear calipers completely apart and removed the handbrake mechanism. Lots of sand, but I can see the light at the end of tunnel...or caliper bore in this case! With a toothbrush, I managed to clean quite a bit and mineral spirits cleaned the ebrake spring assembly nicely, so I'm hopeful.

Now, I just need to find proper lube/grease for caliper re-assembly. That is not the grease for slide pins, but to use under the ebrake seals etc. Lithium grease is recommended, but I don't know whether my white lithium grease will work or whether I should buy something else. This is what I have in my collection: https://m.canadiantire.ca/#/products/productDetail/0381563P/false/false/false?storeClearance=false&selectedSku=0381563&quantity=1

[Spike00513]

What's the consensus on washer reservoirs?

I have a spare on the shelf, but it appears to be the lower big one of this pic.
Yet under my hood, I only see the small top one.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzY4WDEwMjQ=/$%28KGrHqR,!oEE63WY-E4%29BO%292Thv,E!~~60_35.JPG

In addition, the one I have on the shelf has various hose and motor/pump connection points, obviously sealed by rubber.
Many were perished.
I assume this will affect all of our cars, sooner than later.
I hear there's a seal kit. I've not yet found PN in ETKA.

Preventative maintenance to avoid a leak? Maybe something to do while front end is off during TB service?
Thin film of Dow Corning on new seals to keep them healthy longer?
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f95/eljimax/Ashley%20Headlight%20Washer/IMG_3212.jpg

Is the lower even needed, if you delete front headlight spray? Canada only option maybe? Is there benefit to freeing the space?
I've used the spray once in years.

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Unless ALL B6's got it this way, and I just haven't noticed the bottom hidden behind my fender wheel-well cover?

[eljay]

What's the consensus on washer reservoirs?

I have a spare on the shelf, but it appears to be the lower big one of this pic.
Yet under my hood, I only see the small top one.
http://i.ebayimg.com/00/s/NzY4WDEwMjQ=/$%28KGrHqR,!oEE63WY-E4%29BO%292Thv,E!~~60_35.JPG

In addition, the one I have on the shelf has various hose and motor/pump connection points, obviously sealed by rubber.
Many were perished.
I assume this will affect all of our cars, sooner than later.
I hear there's a seal kit. I've not yet found PN in ETKA.

Preventative maintenance to avoid a leak? Maybe something to do while front end is off during TB service?
Thin film of Dow Corning on new seals to keep them healthy longer?
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f95/eljimax/Ashley%20Headlight%20Washer/IMG_3212.jpg

Is the lower even needed, if you delete front headlight spray? Canada only option maybe? Is there benefit to freeing the space?
I've used the spray once in years.

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Unless ALL B6's got it this way, and I just haven't noticed the bottom hidden behind my fender wheel-well cover?
They are both needed as they work as one system. The top one is just a filler reservoir. The bottom one has the washer pump(s) depending on your equipment and car. For example, an Avant pump is different as it has an extra connection to run fluid to the rear wiper. If you have Xenons, you have headlight washers and a pump for them.

Yes, everything is easier to access while the front is off. I'd replace the seals under the pumps and check all hoses and their connections on the bumper.

[Spike00513]

They are both needed as they work as one system. The top one is just a filler reservoir. The bottom one has the washer pump(s) depending on your equipment and car. For example, an Avant pump is different as it has an extra connection to run fluid to the rear wiper. If you have Xenons, you have headlight washers and a pump for them.

Yes, everything is easier to access while the front is off. I'd replace the seals under the pumps and check all hoses and their connections on the bumper.

So far, only found 1 seal PN. I think there's at least 4.
Deleted the headlight washers and epoxied the covers solid to the bumper. <-- not planning to re-spray paint any time soon. Otherwise, I'd make it flush/fill.
Used a vacuum cap to plug the res hose, and delete the long one on the bumper that always snags up when u put it in service position, and makes bumper removal difficult.
I believe OG also did this.

[TorchR_Z06]

The situation sounds pretty convoluted... I got my entire B7 S4 setup on RockAuto for pretty cheap. I'm not sure there's a way to guarantee you get all that sand out...

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RockAuto is awesome!

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[eljay]

So far, only found 1 seal PN. I think there's at least 4.
Deleted the headlight washers and epoxied the covers solid to the bumper. <-- not planning to re-spray paint any time soon. Otherwise, I'd make it flush/fill.
Used a vacuum cap to plug the res hose, and delete the long one on the bumper that always snags up when u put it in service position, and makes bumper removal difficult.
I believe OG also did this.
Here's the full diagram (http://genuineaudiparts.com/parts/2004/Audi/A4%20Quattro/Base?siteid=214407&vehicleid=173972&diagram=1397405) with part numbers.

[diuvic]

Do you guys know where I can find a full diagram of the relays our car uses? I know there are some right underneath the dash and some in the engine bay.


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[jacobsen]

As far as I know there is no diagram printed on the Dash panel. I tried to find one myself and I didn't find one. Someone posted something on The Forum but it was confusing to look at and I look at prints for a living.

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[Let it snow]

Do you guys know where I can find a full diagram of the relays our car uses? I know there are some right underneath the dash and some in the engine bay.


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Bentley manual has it. What are you looking for?

[jacobsen]

Which one is the horn

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[diuvic]

Bentley manual has it. What are you looking for?

Not a wiring diagram per se. More like the diagram in the fuse panel. My windshield wipers and my fog lights stopped working around the same time. I wanted to see if there's something that might be related to the relays.

I scanned with my Rosstech cable and I got a reading saying that it couldn't communicate with the windshield wiper motor. I will scan again this afternoon and let you know the exact codes.


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[Let it snow]

Not a wiring diagram per se. More like the diagram in the fuse panel. My windshield wipers and my fog lights stopped working around the same time. I wanted to see if there's something that might be related to the relays.

I scanned with my Rosstech cable and I got a reading saying that it couldn't communicate with the windshield wiper motor. I will scan again this afternoon and let you know the exact codes.


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Bentley among other resources have relay locations and functions. Just a heads up, the lights and wiper motor are controlled by the Vehicle Electronic Control Module located under the dash. No relays for either of those. They are powered directly from the VECM.

[my1stturbo]

Since 2 days after I installed a HFC on my 1.8 I have been getting an intermittent P0130. I've swapped out the 02 sensor but the code returned. Wiring at the connector looked fine the last time I checked. Anywhere else to check? Been like this for well over a year and goes off in its own normally if I wait it out.

Also, anything good to restore the finish to a steering wheel? Mine is getting a little rough on top.

[Luxus Panzer]

What brand of horns are you guys using/recommend?


B/c horns stopped working today.

Any 12v horn from a wreckers will do. Just take the old one with you for size ;)

[Spike00513]

How do you clean the window felt?
It scratched my tint and looks dirty.

Unless, replacement?

Tint Shops sells roll of it ("Felt/Moleskin") and some places have it in "specific vehicle fitments" to install when tinting cars that never came with it stock.

[hgtuner08]

does anybody have the parts number for the triple square seat bolts? I was replacing the seats with recaros and in my stupidity i fucked up the bolts on the passenger seat in the front. The threads on the bolt look like they are messed up now. Any advice on how to proceed? I managed to take the bolts out and used the bolts on the rear of the seat and that drove in fine, I think the threading inside is fine just need new bolts.

[MoparFreak69]

Since 2 days after I installed a HFC on my 1.8 I have been getting an intermittent P0130. I've swapped out the 02 sensor but the code returned.

A HFC isn't as efficient as the stock cat which is why you are getting that code. You either need a spacer or to have the sensitivity numbed by your/a tuner.

[old guy]

Since 2 days after I installed a HFC on my 1.8 I have been getting an intermittent P0130. I've swapped out the 02 sensor but the code returned. Wiring at the connector looked fine the last time I checked. Anywhere else to check?
A P0130 doesn't have any thing to do with the cat. The code is for the front wideband sensor (pre-cat). Did you change the front or the rear sensor?

[my1stturbo]

A P0130 doesn't have any thing to do with the cat. The code is for the front wideband sensor (pre-cat). Did you change the front or the rear sensor?

I changed the front sensor out when the code first started popping up. It sometimes goes for weeks without reappearing.

I also have a spacer installed for the rear spacer already. Installed that the same time as the HFC.

[old guy]

Check for any exhaust leaks in front of the wideband sensor. The code P0130 indicates a malfunction in the circuit. The difference in the level of O2 in the exhaust stream versus the level of O2 outside of the exhaust stream is what generates the voltage signal from the wideband O2 sensor. If there is an exhaust leak the sensor will not be able to generate the voltage fluctuation that the ECM expects to see from the sensor. Consequently it assumes there is something wrong with the circuit.

[my1stturbo]

Check for any exhaust leaks in front of the wideband sensor. The code P0130 indicates a malfunction in the circuit. The difference in the level of O2 in the exhaust stream versus the level of O2 outside of the exhaust stream is what generates the voltage signal from the wideband O2 sensor. If there is an exhaust leak the sensor will not be able to generate the voltage fluctuation that the ECM expects to see from the sensor. Consequently it assumes there is something wrong with the circuit.

Thanks old guy. I'll check the cat to turbo bolts and check for any cracks around the fitting for the sensor. Anywhere else obvious places?

[old guy]

Exhaust manifold. Turbo to exhaust manifold.

[jacobsen]

The turbo to cat gasket is well-known for leaking. The cheap gaskets you get from companies like Walker don't do the trick. If you smell exhaust coming from around your turbo chances are it's coming from your cat to Turbo gasket. I got a Fel-Pro gasket that has a metallic coating. It's the right gasket to get.

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[Willënskraft]

Was doing an oil change and found this plastic round thing. Anyone know what it is?

[old guy]

Was doing an oil change and found this plastic round thing. Anyone know what it is?

An invisible plastic round thing? Maybe part of your flux capacitor?

[Let it snow]

Was doing an oil change and found this plastic round thing. Anyone know what it is?


http://41.media.tumblr.com/b48f527e9afff431ab7660ea1945ce12/tumblr_mx494uL6wc1r2uguoo5_1280.jpg

[jacobsen]

Haaa

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[Willënskraft]

Oops [emoji16]


Here it is LOL!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/8f3a9c0df2a43dbbd7b1924aa2c7e372.jpg

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[jacobsen]

Oops [emoji16]


Here it is LOL!

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/8f3a9c0df2a43dbbd7b1924aa2c7e372.jpg

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What motor?

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[Willënskraft]

What motor?


1.8TQ

[jacobsen]

I don't know what that is

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[old guy]

Where did you find it?

[Willënskraft]

Where did you find it?

Under the passenger side, more towards the upper half of the car.

EDIT: It's about the size of a dime.

[MoparFreak69]

A P0130 doesn't have any thing to do with the cat. The code is for the front wideband sensor (pre-cat). Did you change the front or the rear sensor?

Doh! I didn't pay enough attention and just saw it as the typical rear o2 code.
If you put a quality sensor in it when you replaced it then I would agree with the others, that you need to figure out which gasket is leaking and replace it.

[mprivi]

I ended up scoring a USP front bumper and I was wondering is there a simple way to swap it out? I see the bumper removal threads, but is there away to remove just the cover, not the rebar with the bumper? Also are the headlight washers pretty self explanatory once i have the bumper off?

[eljay]

I ended up scoring a USP front bumper and I was wondering is there a simple way to swap it out? I see the bumper removal threads, but is there away to remove just the cover, not the rebar with the bumper? Also are the headlight washers pretty self explanatory once i have the bumper off?
It's not a difficult job: http://www.a4mods.com/index.php?page=webcontent/pages/bumperremoval.html

[ckimble]

Kinda out there but does anyone have the wire diagram for the radio harness....put in an after market iPod adapter and the buttons don't light up any more wondering if I can pin it in somehow.

[Willënskraft]

What is it called when you take your foot off the gas and just let the car roll on its own?

[eljay]

What is it called when you take your foot off the gas and just let the car roll on its own?
Coasting.

With a manual, if coasting in gear, fuel is cut and, therefore, none consumed unlike coasting in neutral.

[Willënskraft]

Coasting.

With a manual, if coasting in gear, fuel is cut and, therefore, none consumed unlike coasting in neutral.

Thanks!

[MetalMan]

Also called engine braking, as the engine's friction (pistons, oil pump, drive belts, accessories, etc.) will slow the vehicle.

[jacobsen]

It can help cool the motor quickly.

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[my1stturbo]

Heard a crunch when I closed my drivers window during lunch yesterday, but then it worked fine a couple of times on the way home. Just put it down and heard a crunch

[my1stturbo]

Heard a crunch when I closed my drivers window during lunch yesterday, but then it worked fine a couple of times on the way home. Just put it down and heard a crunch about 4" from the top. Now it's not moving in either direction. Hoping it's the pin but won't be able to pull it down until the weekend. Pin should be available at dealer? Anything else to look for or suspect before pulling?

[Let it snow]

Heard a crunch when I closed my drivers window during lunch yesterday, but then it worked fine a couple of times on the way home. Just put it down and heard a crunch about 4" from the top. Now it's not moving in either direction. Hoping it's the pin but won't be able to pull it down until the weekend. Pin should be available at dealer? Anything else to look for or suspect before pulling?

Sound like the window regulator crapped out.

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/221875-DIY-B6-A4-Window-Regulator-amp-Motor-Replacement

[my1stturbo]

Thanks for the link. I must have been thinking about the rears on my Passat when I thought about it being a pin. Looking to be a weekend job for sure. Will see if I can get one locally somewhere other than dealer.

Been putting off replacing speakers so guess that might be this weekend too.

[K04-B6]

What is the voltage values on the rear 02 sensor at idle on the 1.8T? Don't know if this matters but I have 2002 AMB. Trying to see if my sensor is going out and causing me to fail 02S and CAT in readiness

Thank you

[fR3ZNO]

What is the voltage values on the rear 02 sensor at idle on the 1.8T? Don't know if this matters but I have 2002 AMB. Trying to see if my sensor is going out and causing me to fail 02S and CAT in readiness

Thank you

When you fail readiness what codes are you getting?

[old guy]

What is the voltage values on the rear 02 sensor at idle on the 1.8T? Don't know if this matters but I have 2002 AMB. Trying to see if my sensor is going out and causing me to fail 02S and CAT in readiness

Thank you

There is no set voltage. This thread may help: Clicky click (http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/636910-P0420-amp-Downstream-O2-Sensor-Readings-Using-Torque-Pro-Opinions?p=10486410&viewfull=1#post10486410)®

[K04-B6]

When you fail readiness what codes are you getting?

I haven't checked with Vag-com and I only have a cheap Ebay one so not sure if I'll be able to actually look it up. I have no CEL. This car is starting to drive me crazy.

[K04-B6]

There is no set voltage. This thread may help: Clicky click (http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/636910-P0420-amp-Downstream-O2-Sensor-Readings-Using-Torque-Pro-Opinions?p=10486410&viewfull=1#post10486410)®

Thanks old Guy, I will look into that thread!

[AgentAqua]

http://www.erzperformance.com/mobile/product.aspx?ProductCode=maximizerexhauat-14&404;http://www.erzperformance.com:80/Maximizer-Turbocharged-Catback-Exhaust-FITS-02-thr-p/Maximizerexhauat-14.htm?gclid=CM-Uu8Sxr80CFYVrfgodCm4JMA

Any opinions on this one? Ive been looking around for something affordable. Not too sure if this is the right thread to ask.

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[jacobsen]

http://www.erzperformance.com/mobile/product.aspx?ProductCode=maximizerexhauat-14&404;http://www.erzperformance.com:80/Maximizer-Turbocharged-Catback-Exhaust-FITS-02-thr-p/Maximizerexhauat-14.htm?gclid=CM-Uu8Sxr80CFYVrfgodCm4JMA

Any opinions on this one? Ive been looking around for something affordable. Not too sure if this is the right thread to ask.

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Weirder things have been asked on this thread. I'm pretty happy with my APR exhaust which I believe is Billy Boat. I'm not a big fan of powder coating, it seems like a form of insulation for the exhaust, I don't know... And I think exhaust should be stainless steel. If it's not stainless steel I'm not really interested, but that's just me.

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[AgentAqua]

Weirder things have been asked on this thread. I'm pretty happy with my APR exhaust which I believe is Billy Boat. I'm not a big fan of powder coating, it seems like a form of insulation for the exhaust, I don't know... And I think exhaust should be stainless steel. If it's not stainless steel I'm not really interested, but that's just me.

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I agree, just a but curious myself since I literally just found this system.

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[jacobsen]

I agree, just a but curious myself since I literally just found this system.

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It's pretty cheap and if you're B6 isn't in super top-notch condition and you don't love it so much maybe you could go cheap. Mine is just straight pipe from cat to Muffler.

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[fR3ZNO]

If you want cheap, you'd be better off going with the exhaust system by Europa Parts. It's stainless steel and looks to be of good quality construction and has some good reviews on it. It's also pretty affordable, even includes downpipe. Check it out: https://www.europaparts.com/performance-exhaust-system-a4-b6-1-8t-quattro-manual.html

[AgentAqua]

It's pretty cheap and if you're B6 isn't in super top-notch condition and you don't love it so much maybe you could go cheap. Mine is just straight pipe from cat to Muffler.

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Putting it that way I should just opt for a higher quality exhaust. Thank you for your input! Highly appreciate the quick response.

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[MurkyRivers_A4]

If you want cheap, you'd be better off going with the exhaust system by Europa Parts. It's stainless steel and looks to be of good quality construction and has some good reviews on it. It's also pretty affordable, even includes downpipe. Check it out: https://www.europaparts.com/performance-exhaust-system-a4-b6-1-8t-quattro-manual.html
This is what I have on my car and having nothing but good things to say about it.


Putting it that way I should just opt for a higher quality exhaust. Thank you for your input! Highly appreciate the quick response.

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Check out this link for sound clips from my car and hit up Hugh for pricing and availability. Really cool guy.
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/676261-EuropaParts-com-B6-1-8T-Exhausts

[AgentAqua]

This is what I have on my car and having nothing but good things to say about it.



Check out this link for sound clips from my car and hit up Hugh for pricing and availability. Really cool guy.
http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/676261-EuropaParts-com-B6-1-8T-Exhausts
Thanks! I'll check out the links as soon as I can.

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[amgraham]

On this topic, any idea what the difference is between the 1.8 B6 and 2.0 B7 exhaust? I've seen this kit pop up a few times and wondering since there are so many similarities between the B6 and B7 if it would work... http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-Cat-back-Exhaust-Fits-05-06-07-08-Audi-A4-Quattro-B7-2-0T-Catback-M-T-/182102864692?hash=item2a662d3334

[Lornnn]

Was digging around in the fuse box to try and get my front cigarette lighter working and found that the airbag fuse (#11) was missing. I've got no airbag light on the dash other than when it pops on and off after a few seconds with the rest of the lights when I first start the car.

Not much when googling other than an A8 that may not have needed it (http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/showthread.php/168248-A8-D3-2005-Should-this-dash-panel-Airbag-fuse-be-missing), general airbag light issues and airbag fraud.

Would any of you mind checking that yours is actually there? It'd be fucked up if after all these years the PO had actually lied about the airbags.

[old guy]

Airbag fuse #11?

http://i67.tinypic.com/16i7uh.jpg

[Lornnn]

We have different panels, I guess. '05 3.0 "Special Edition" for what it's worth.

http://i.imgur.com/MhLjdxE.jpg

[old guy]

Interesting.....I have an '03 1.8T 5-speed. Nothing labeled Airbag and nothing in fuse position #11.

[hightime80]

Can I retain the factory fog lights if I get a FMIC? Also how much trimming does it require for a non usp front bumper?

[eljay]

On this topic, any idea what the difference is between the 1.8 B6 and 2.0 B7 exhaust? I've seen this kit pop up a few times and wondering since there are so many similarities between the B6 and B7 if it would work... http://www.ebay.com/itm/OBX-Cat-back-Exhaust-Fits-05-06-07-08-Audi-A4-Quattro-B7-2-0T-Catback-M-T-/182102864692?hash=item2a662d3334
B6 and B7 exhaust are the same from downpipe back. Downpipes and cats are different.

[artz66]

Why does every exhaust I look at sag for manual only and I haven't found one that's for an automatic.

[fR3ZNO]

Why does every exhaust I look at sag for manual only and I haven't found one that's for an automatic.

The only difference is in the downpipe. I believe it has slightly different bends in it and the bracket is a different spot.

[my1stturbo]

Anyone have the part number for the rubber insert in the sunshade?

[Willënskraft]

18in or 19in LMs?

[fR3ZNO]

18in or 19in LMs?

18

[PreciseD]

Will the 02X from a B7 work in a B6? They look the same just with different gearing right?

[Ncie Gyu]

How do I know what fuel filter to buy? I see this one guide on youtube that shows 2 connectors on each side, but almost all i see online either have 2 on one side or 1 on each. Also there seem to be different sizes and prices range alot. I thought it would be easy to just search and find one that fits but how do i know wich one to pick?

Example: this (https://www.skruvat.se/Branslefilter-P23725.aspx) or this (http://www.bildelaronline24.se/mann-filter/964077) or this (http://www.bildelaronline24.se/mann-filter/964080)?

I have an Audi A4 Avant 1.8T 2002

[hightime80]

How do I know what fuel filter to buy? I see this one guide on youtube that shows 2 connectors on each side, but almost all i see online either have 2 on one side or 1 on each. Also there seem to be different sizes and prices range alot. I thought it would be easy to just search and find one that fits but how do i know wich one to pick?

Example: this (https://www.skruvat.se/Branslefilter-P23725.aspx) or this (http://www.bildelaronline24.se/mann-filter/964077) or this (http://www.bildelaronline24.se/mann-filter/964080)?

I have an Audi A4 Avant 1.8T 2002

Get underneath your car. Jack up rear passenger side. Pull off one panel and LOOK.
For the love of god.

[G-Ride]

Can I retain the factory fog lights if I get a FMIC? Also how much trimming does it require for a non usp front bumper?

Yes, You can retain the fog lights. I had to trim about 1" or less from the foglight housing on the throttle body side to get the piping to clear the bar nicely.

[Zach.russell.13]

Yes, You can retain the fog lights. I had to trim about 1" or less from the foglight housing on the throttle body side to get the piping to clear the bar nicely.

Do u have any pics of the outcome? I'm very interested

[Willënskraft]

Anyone use Pagid, Textar, Mintex, or Bosch brake pads? Pros/Cons?

[G-Ride]

Do u have any pics of the outcome? I'm very interested

Unfortunately, I can't seem to find the pictures I took when I had the bar off and was cutting it. It's less than I remember.. I've taken a couple of photos with the grill removed just now, you'll get the idea. I guess each manufacturer might make/route their piping a little different. That is the fitment of an ER Intercooler.

http://i1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/cg-a4/fog4_zpssx8bb8ml.jpg (http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog4_zpssx8bb8ml.jpg.html)
http://i1042.photobucket.com/albums/b426/cg-a4/fog1_zpsug0dyslj.jpg (http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog1_zpsug0dyslj.jpg.html)

[Zach.russell.13]

They won't load [emoji30][emoji30]

[G-Ride]

They won't load [emoji30][emoji30]

http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog4_zpssx8bb8ml.jpg.html
http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog1_zpsug0dyslj.jpg.html

try that. direct links to photobucket.

[Zach.russell.13]

http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog4_zpssx8bb8ml.jpg.html
http://s1042.photobucket.com/user/cg-a4/media/fog1_zpsug0dyslj.jpg.html

try that. direct links to photobucket.

Oh sweet! So u can still use the stock fog grill??

[G-Ride]

Oh sweet! So u can still use the stock fog grill??

Absolutely, I just took it off to take some snaps. I do my best to keep everything looking as OEM as possible.

[MetalMan]

Pulling apart my A4's front end for the first time (but have done it MANY times on my B5).
On the B6, the power steering cooler runs right through the lock carrier...... it looks like the Bentley manual says to disconnect the power steering lines.

Has anybody ever cut the lock carrier to allow the PS cooler to be removed without messing with power steering fluid? Or something else?

[old guy]

There is no need to disconnect the power steering cooler lines. Just remove the one bolt and you can maneuver it back through the lock carrier.

[MetalMan]

There is no need to disconnect the power steering cooler lines. Just remove the one bolt and you can maneuver it back through the lock carrier.

There are 2 bolts (already removed) and 2 plastic brackets. One of those brackets holds the ambient air temp sensor, the other bracket is used to secure the other end of the cooler.
Won't fit through the lock carrier opening with those plastic brackets intact.

[old guy]

Yes it will. You just have to rotate it around a little to get it to fit through the opening. I have replaced my timing belt four times now and never had to disconnect the power steering cooler.

Pull the cooler out to where it is perpendicular to the lock carrier. Then rotate the mounting bracket to where the pointed end with the bolt hole is sticking into the opening. The rotate the cooler through the opening.

[MetalMan]

I really appreciate your extra explanation. But I'm still not seeing it [:(]

Does this look the same as yours? (Mine is a 2004, late VIN)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v132/4x4pede/Audi%20A4/B6%20A4%20USP/0625161516-1_zps3eruzqdp.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v132/4x4pede/Audi%20A4/B6%20A4%20USP/0625161516b_zpsk6xuwv3x.jpg

That first plastic bracket won't fit through the opening if rotated 90 degrees. The opening isn't wide enough.
Thinking about enlarging the opening with my Dremel...

[old guy]

I have an '03 so I can't say for sure but yes it looks similar. I recall angling and rotating the cooler and working it through the opening. I'b searching for some pictures now.

[jacobsen]

My eyes are on fire

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[old guy]

OK I apologize. I finally found a picture and realized that I simply pulled the lock carrier out of the way and the power steering cooling lines had enough slack to go with the lock carrier. The cooler remains on the outside of the carrier.

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/pics/eng99_dsc_6839.jpg

[MetalMan]

OK I apologize. I finally found a picture and realized that I simply pulled the lock carrier out of the way and the power steering cooling lines had enough slack to go with the lock carrier. The cooler remains on the outside of the carrier.

http://www.audiworld.com/tech/pics/eng99_dsc_6839.jpg

That certainly explains it, thanks for the insight and effort. It would be so much easier to remove the whole lock carrier (provided I can fit the cooler through the hole) due to the positioning of the car in my garage. I may just try my luck with the Dremel...

Also nice to see another DSMIC car [:)] (it's one of the mods the PO of my car did)

[fR3ZNO]

I thought old guy was running a single Apikol SMIC?

[old guy]

I thought old guy was running a single Apikol SMIC?

I am. That was just a pic I found to show the power steering cooler lines in relation to the front clip.

[K04-B6]

Is it safe to run a hump hose right off the cold side of the turbo? Or will the hump cause air restriction straight from the outlet?

[Willënskraft]

Anyone know the difference between Bosch BP340 and BP340A brake pads?

Couldn't find much on their main website.

[jacobsen]

Anyone know the difference between Bosch BP340 and BP340A brake pads?

Couldn't find much on their main website.
Get powerstop carbon fiber ceramics, super good pads.


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[Willënskraft]

Get powerstop carbon fiber ceramics, super good pads.


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But but they have a sale with rebate going on now [:)].

BP340 and BP340A

[jacobsen]

But but they have a sale with rebate going on now [:)].

BP340 and BP340A
Go on rockauto.com compare the price

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[Willënskraft]

Might as well ask my other dumb questions for the day.

1) Anyone one use those coolant additives to lower the coolant temperatures?

2) What's the recommended intervals for changing differential fluids?

3) When replacing brake pads, is it necessary to use new hardware?

[fR3ZNO]

Might as well ask my other dumb questions for the day.

1) Anyone one use those coolant additives to lower the coolant temperatures?

2) What's the recommended intervals for changing differential fluids?

3) When replacing brake pads, is it necessary to use new hardware?

1) no

2) 50k miles?

3) yes

[daught]

I read random bits about the NTN timing belt tensioner and roller failing sometimes. Other than OEM, what's a good option?

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[customa4]

OEM

[PreciseD]

I read random bits about the NTN timing belt tensioner and roller failing sometimes. Other than OEM, what's a good option?

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Don't be cheap!!! Use OEM stuff....

[fR3ZNO]

I read random bits about the NTN timing belt tensioner and roller failing sometimes. Other than OEM, what's a good option?

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No part is impervious to failure, whether it be OEM or aftermarket. But why not just go with OEM? There's a reason why it's OEM.

[mprivi]

Anyone know how to adjust the rear bumper rebar. It looks like my 02 rear rebar needs to go in about 1/2" in order to fit the S4 bumper cover nicely.

[jacobsen]

1) no

2) 50k miles?

3) yes
Not a lot of people use those additives. I personally don't. I use a good minimum 50/50 mixture of coolant to inhibit rust, it also gets very cold in Minnesota in winter.

I would say fifty thousand miles on diff fluid is okay. Audi calls they're differential fluid life time, but I just don't see that plausible. I would do fifty thousand, that sounds reasonable.

You should always use new hardware when you change your brakes. That's my personal opinion and I'm sticking to it. Even the slides. And the new ceramic lubricant that they are using nowadays is fantastic. Much better than silicone.

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[fR3ZNO]

Audi also says the 5 speed auto ZF tiptronic trans are lifetime fill... But we know how that goes. Lol.

[Willënskraft]

On our B6 we have a front and rear differential that uses the same fluid as the transmission fluid?

[SJorge3442]

On our B6 we have a front and rear differential that uses the same fluid as the transmission fluid?

Front Diff and Transmission share the same fluid. Rear diff is by itself, since its like, 6 ft away.

[MurkyRivers_A4]

Front Diff and Transmission share the same fluid. Rear diff is by itself, since its like, 6 ft away.
So what your saying is there is not a tube that connects the rear diff to the transmission so they can share fluid????? So weird....

[fR3ZNO]

Front Diff and Transmission share the same fluid. Rear diff is by itself, since its like, 6 ft away.

Assuming it's a manual, yes.

[Willënskraft]

Front Diff and Transmission share the same fluid. Rear diff is by itself, since its like, 6 ft away.

Some clarification it's a 1.8TQ Auto. Different fluid?

[fR3ZNO]

Some clarification it's a 1.8TQ Auto. Different fluid?

Yes, different fluids. 75W90 GL4 oil in the front diff and 75W90 GL5 oil in the rear diff. Proper spec automatic transmission fluid goes in the transmission.

[Willënskraft]

Yes, different fluids. 75W90 GL4 oil in the front diff and 75W90 GL5 oil in the rear diff. Proper spec automatic transmission fluid goes in the transmission.

Ahh thank you!!

[fR3ZNO]

Ahh thank you!!

You're welcome! [emoji1360]

[jacobsen]

I put motul gear 300 in both trans and diff

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[G.AUDI]

Anyone know how to adjust the rear bumper rebar. It looks like my 02 rear rebar needs to go in about 1/2" in order to fit the S4 bumper cover nicely.
Is the 02 dimensions different than the 03? I know when I installed my S4 rear bumper it was straight forward swap. Did not remember even using the rebar that came with the bumper .

[chad99]

test drove a 6 speed today, the clutch grab point was quite a bit higher than my 5 speed, plus it seems to have rev hang which might be making it feel even higher (needs new clutch switch i guess).
So question, does the 6 grab higher than the 5? or is this clutch worn?

[Matt Devo]

Anyone know how to adjust the rear bumper rebar. It looks like my 02 rear rebar needs to go in about 1/2" in order to fit the S4 bumper cover nicely.
Is the 02 dimensions different than the 03? I know when I installed my S4 rear bumper it was straight forward swap. Did not remember even using the rebar that came with the bumper .

straightforward swap here on my 02 as well

[mprivi]

straightforward swap here on my 02 as well

I'm going to remove it, see if its just hitting something and re install.

[Willënskraft]

Just looked through ECS and this was the only VW/Audi transmission oil, Clicky (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/ES261801/).

Is this the correct one for the front differential?

[fR3ZNO]

Just looked through ECS and this was the only VW/Audi transmission oil, Clicky (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/ES261801/).

Is this the correct one for the front differential?

That's for the transmission itself. I've used redline auto trans fluid in my auto B5 A4 with good results. Cheap too.

https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Drivetrain/Automatic_Transmission/Fluid/ES251177/

The front diff takes a 75W90 GL4 gear oil.

[Willënskraft]

That's for the transmission itself.

The front diff takes a 75W90 GL4 gear oil.

Searched again this time for front diff oil, but this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Drivetrain/Differential/Front_Differential/ES465418/) is different than this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Drivetrain/Differential/Front_Differential/Fluid/OEM/ES4766/)

[fR3ZNO]

Searched again this time for front diff oil, but this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Drivetrain/Differential/Front_Differential/ES465418/) is different than this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Drivetrain/Differential/Front_Differential/Fluid/OEM/ES4766/)

I'm not sure what's up with the price difference between the two, but I used redline gear oil with no issues. I'm not sure if the front diff on an auto trans takes GL4 or GL5. I know the manual trans which shares fluid with the front diff takes GL4.

[Willënskraft]

Hmm interesting, maybe one is for Tiptronic and other for CVT maybe?

I'm going to make a thread hehe.

[gmudan]

Anyone wanna help me out and point me to the right direction on where i can find these two wires?
http://www.aquamist.co.uk/forum/AMB.gif

[customa4]

Hmm interesting, maybe one is for Tiptronic and other for CVT maybe?

I'm going to make a thread hehe.

The OEM oil for the CVT states on the bottle that it's specifically for the CVT trans. Here ya go:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3700/9631379731_9d28a4cb73_c.jpg

[MetalMan]

test drove a 6 speed today, the clutch grab point was quite a bit higher than my 5 speed, plus it seems to have rev hang which might be making it feel even higher (needs new clutch switch i guess).
So question, does the 6 grab higher than the 5? or is this clutch worn?

Transmission shouldn't make a difference. My 6-speed grabs fairly high, but so did my B5's 5-speed.
My B6 was experiencing intermittent rev hang. FCP Euro has Genuine Audi clutch switches for $13 right now. I also reset my existing clutch switch to see if that will make it work all the time instead of intermittently.

[Willënskraft]

The OEM oil for the CVT states on the bottle that it's specifically for the CVT trans. Here ya go:

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3700/9631379731_9d28a4cb73_c.jpg

Yeah but the ones I'm looking at does not state "Quattro" or "Tiptronic".

G052145S2 and G052911A2

[DarkoNova]

What does the 3.0 rev to on the stock tune? This thing has felt pretty peppy since I got it, and I got it from a used car dealer so there was no way to know what the previous owner did.

I just took it to redline on a freeway onramp last night and the redline starts at 6500, but it went to 7000 before it hit the limiter.

Just wondering if that's stock or if I got lucky and the previous owner got a tune...

[SJorge3442]

What does the 3.0 rev to on the stock tune? This thing has felt pretty peppy since I got it, and I got it from a used car dealer so there was no way to know what the previous owner did.

I just took it to redline on a freeway onramp last night and the redline starts at 6500, but it went to 7000 before it hit the limiter.

Just wondering if that's stock or if I got lucky and the previous owner got a tune...

A tune shouldnt have increased the limit. Pretty sure the 3.0 makes all its power prior to redline. Anyway the limiter is probably close to 7k. I don't have the balls to take my 3.0 that high. Not trying to find a rod sticking out of the bottom of the pan.

[DarkoNova]

Oh, last fuel injected car I had was an e30 and the tune I got raised the rev limiter to 7000. Thought that was standard for tunes, but I'm used to carburetors lol.

Oh well. Thanks.

[ADCS]

All this talk about front and rear diffs, don't forget there are 3 differentials. Front, center torsen and rear. If auto, the trans itself uses ATF instead of gear oil so you have separate 4 volumes to drain/fill.

[jacobsen]

All this talk about front and rear diffs, don't forget there are 3 differentials. Front, center torsen and rear. If auto, the trans itself uses ATF instead of gear oil so you have separate 4 volumes to drain/fill.
Manual trans has 2 fill plugs right.

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[Willënskraft]

What!? There's a center differential!?

[Let it snow]

Anyone wanna help me out and point me to the right direction on where i can find these two wires?
http://www.aquamist.co.uk/forum/AMB.gif

That is your cylinder #1 fuel injector. Do you need to replace the wires?


http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/551583-DIY-Fuel-Injector-Harness-repair

[jpulll]

for those who have used a 2-step polish method - do you compound the whole car or just portions that absolutely need it. I've got the megs 105 and blacklight finish. also have a megs mirror glaze which I'm iffy about.

[gmudan]

for those who have used a 2-step polish method - do you compound the whole car or just portions that absolutely need it. I've got the megs 205 and blacklight finish. also have a megs mirror glaze which I'm iffy about.

The whole car.

[jpulll]

cool, thank you sir.

[ADCS]

for those who have used a 2-step polish method - do you compound the whole car or just portions that absolutely need it. I've got the megs 105 and blacklight finish. also have a megs mirror glaze which I'm iffy about.

Test spot every substrate. No need to remove more clear coat then required. If it needs compounding then use one. If it doesnt then just use polish. Sometimes I mix polish with cutting pads or vice versa compounds with finishing pads as well as play with the machine speed. It all depends on the paint and your desired results. Either way, make sure you clay the paint first (if it needs it).

Edit: Here is a recent video from AMMO NYC that should help you out. Fair warning, he has dozens of fantastic detailing videos so you might be watching for hours lol.

https://youtu.be/z63QAlLMgSM

[K04-B6]

Is it safe to run a hump hope coupler right off the turbo?

[mprivi]

Looking to get a set of 18x8 +40. I'm on stock suspension right now but getting coils and will be at 25.5 roughly will these wheels fit? Also what size tire would I need? He's selling with 215/40's he ran them on his Jetta.

[jpulll]

Test spot every substrate. No need to remove more clear coat then required. If it needs compounding then use one. If it doesnt then just use polish. Sometimes I mix polish with cutting pads or vice versa compounds with finishing pads as well as play with the machine speed. It all depends on the paint and your desired results. Either way, make sure you clay the paint first (if it needs it).

Edit: Here is a recent video from AMMO NYC that should help you out. Fair warning, he has dozens of fantastic detailing videos so you might be watching for hours lol.

https://youtu.be/z63QAlLMgSM

sweet, thanks man [up]

[OttawaWill]

I'm curious to know what makes the RNS-E install such a popular upgrade over an aftermarket system? Audio upgrades are a ways down my list of items to address but thought it may be an appropriate question for this thread.
Will

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[MurkyRivers_A4]

I'm curious to know what makes the RNS-E install such a popular upgrade over an aftermarket system? Audio upgrades are a ways down my list of items to address but thought it may be an appropriate question for this thread.
Will

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Ease of installation, factory look and feel (since OEM), nice upgrade for factory navigation.

[gmudan]

I'm curious to know what makes the RNS-E install such a popular upgrade over an aftermarket system? Audio upgrades are a ways down my list of items to address but thought it may be an appropriate question for this thread.
Will

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Yea, it just looks way nicer then anything aftermarket.

[Willënskraft]

Would an C5 A6/Allroad aero wiper arms fit our B6 A4?


Also have a great Independence Day!

[B5_t]

Does anyone know if a steering rack from a 2001 b5 will fit my '02
Thanks

[fR3ZNO]

Does anyone know the thread size for the bolt that connects the front sway bar to the end link? M10x1.5? Need to get a helicoil because I stripped out the threads on the sway bar when I was torqueing to 45Nm. Grr.

[Moncion]

My wheels say speedline St5 on them. I've tried to do a bit of googling but I can't find much. Are these oem? I've got them on my b6 a4 but I need spacers for the front. Any recommendations?

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[CardFan]

Does anyone know the thread size for the bolt that connects the front sway bar to the end link? M10x1.5? Need to get a helicoil because I stripped out the threads on the sway bar when I was torqueing to 45Nm. Grr.

Looks like this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Suspension/Sway_Bar/ES9441/). Didn't see the exact thread size though in a quick google search.

[fR3ZNO]

Looks like this one (https://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-1.8T/Suspension/Sway_Bar/ES9441/). Didn't see the exact thread size though in a quick google search.

Yep. That's the one. I remember seeing pitch mentioned somewhere on a thread but can't find it. The other spare suspension bolts I have are all 1.5 pitch. So I'd imagine that one is too.

[my1stturbo]

Anyone running the larger Apikol SMIC? Not the standard one they sell but the one that is closer in dimensions to Tyrolsports? Trying to find out if that one fits behind the stock bumper as well with fog lights/grills intact.

[CardFan]

Anyone running the larger Apikol SMIC? Not the standard one they sell but the one that is closer in dimensions to Tyrolsports? Trying to find out if that one fits behind the stock bumper as well with fog lights/grills intact.

I'm running the larger Apikol with a stock USP bumper, everything fit fine other than the stock mounting bracket had to be removed.

http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag375/stflush/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_182520_zpsjei69bg2.jpg (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/stflush/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_182520_zpsjei69bg2.jpg.html)
http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag375/stflush/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_184825_zpsajy4fnap.jpg (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/stflush/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_184825_zpsajy4fnap.jpg.html)
http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag375/stflush/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_214454_zpscgrlepjf.jpg (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/stflush/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_214454_zpscgrlepjf.jpg.html)
http://i1373.photobucket.com/albums/ag375/stflush/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_214428_zpsumepgqfc.jpg (http://s1373.photobucket.com/user/stflush/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20150719_214428_zpsumepgqfc.jpg.html)

[jacobsen]

Anyone running the larger Apikol SMIC? Not the standard one they sell but the one that is closer in dimensions to Tyrolsports? Trying to find out if that one fits behind the stock bumper as well with fog lights/grills intact.
I'm also running the apikol intercooler. I did not have to remove any of the brackets. I slid the intercooler in from above carefully trying not to damage it. Then I bent the existing mounting brackets to fit. It holds nicely, but I did have to use a piece of vacuum hose and glue it to one of the screws on the bumper rail to prevent it from rubbing on the screw. It was a pretty easy job

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[my1stturbo]

Thanks for the information. You were able to get the larger of the 2 Apikol SMICs in there without removing anything? Or the standard Apikol unit?

[jacobsen]

Thanks for the information. You were able to get the larger of the 2 Apikol SMICs in there without removing anything? Or the standard Apikol unit?
Perhaps mine is the standard apikol? Mine looks like the one pictured above.

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[CardFan]

Perhaps mine is the standard apikol? Mine looks like the one pictured above.

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You can only get the larger version from Ringer Racing's website or by contacting Apikol directly, and either way it's special order and takes them a couple weeks to fab and ship.

[jacobsen]

Then mine is the normal one on the apokol site

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[mprivi]

Noticed oil coming from looks to be oil cooler. Doesn't seem to be oil coolant mixing. Is the O ring a simple DIY.? Can I just unscrew the oil cooler without removing all the coolant hoses?


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[jacobsen]

Noticed oil coming from looks to be oil cooler. Doesn't seem to be oil coolant mixing. Is the O ring a simple DIY.? Can I just unscrew the oil cooler without removing all the coolant hoses?


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I think so, you sure its not from the oil change? Its a ring nut holding it on

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[IClimbWa]

Dumb question, im not a headlight person. When I bought my car it had 6k HID bulbs in it. I would like to purchase aftermarket headlights for the car but when it says they cant be used with cars that came stock with bi zenon headlights, does this mean I cant use them? And what is the reasoning?

[fR3ZNO]

Dumb question, im not a headlight person. When I bought my car it had 6k HID bulbs in it. I would like to purchase aftermarket headlights for the car but when it says they cant be used with cars that came stock with bi zenon headlights, does this mean I cant use them? And what is the reasoning?

Depends. Did the PO put a HID conversion into a Halogen housing? Or are the 6K bulbs replacements for the OEM Xenon?

Pull the headlights off the car, you'll be able to tell if the ballast is an OEM one or not.

[IClimbWa]

Yeah I did, the ballast is OEM. What is the reason for not being able to use aftermarket lights? Even if the connectors arent the same, couldnt you wire them in to the existing harness? Currently when I purchased the car the passenger side ballast was no longer working, I had a HID setup in the garage, and I drive a lot at night so I wasnt able to wait till the ballast came in the mail. I bypassed the factory ballast and tapped into the wiring harness with my aftermarket ballast and was able to have lights. Granted, as soon as my new ballast gets here I am going to bring it back to factory but would prefer some aftermarket housings. DO you know if I could do this same thing? Do they usually come with their own ballasts?

[fR3ZNO]

Typically aftermarket housings don't come with their own ballasts. You have to swap the OEM ones over or use aftermarket ones. Otherwise the cost of aftermarket headlights would be much higher.

[IClimbWa]

okay, well it sounds like they would still work, it just wouldnt be plug and play.

[mprivi]

Picked up a USP rear spoiler. What adhesive do people use to mount them? I could bolt it on by afraid I won't get the wholes drilled correctly.

[fR3ZNO]

Picked up a USP rear spoiler. What adhesive do people use to mount them? I could bolt it on by afraid I won't get the wholes drilled correctly.

3M auto double sided adhesive would work.

[mprivi]

3M auto double sided adhesive would work.


Thanks i figured i would try 3m body molding tape.

[daught]

Don't be cheap!!! Use OEM stuff....


No part is impervious to failure, whether it be OEM or aftermarket. But why not just go with OEM? There's a reason why it's OEM.


OEM



I am not trying to save money by buying inferior parts. It's just that there is a point where it's not worth paying extra just to buy the part from audi, when there are good OEM replacements. IE buying Lemforder control arms VS audi.
There were a few old threads that mentioned a few failed NTN parts. Even audi parts fail... Do most people here actually buy genuine or go with NTN in the TB kits? The price difference is pretty big and the canadian $ is really hurting.

[B6A4Dave]

What is the correct part number for ARP Main studs for the 06A?

USP's site said 204-5402 would fit.... per their vehicle specific thingy... but upon recieving I feel as though they're too short and Im stuck with HAVING to buy the IE Main studs.. Is this correct??

should I return mine to USP and purchase the IE stud kit?

[G.AUDI]

Picked up a USP rear spoiler. What adhesive do people use to mount them? I could bolt it on by afraid I won't get the wholes drilled correctly.
I picked up a S4 spoiler couple years back and plan on doing the same thing. Only except I want to bolt it on. What I did was get a long piece of cardboard and set it against the bottom of the spoiler, cutting out holes where the bolts would be going through. I then carefully traced the spoiler and cut it to make a template to be placed on the trunk. On the template are the holes that the bolts will be going through and you can see where to drill into the trunk.

Haven't drilled anything yet but that's the idea that I was working with besides just using 3M tape.

[mprivi]

I picked up a S4 spoiler couple years back and plan on doing the same thing. Only except I want to bolt it on. What I did was get a long piece of cardboard and set it against the bottom of the spoiler, cutting out holes where the bolts would be going through. I then carefully traced the spoiler and cut it to make a template to be placed on the trunk. On the template are the holes that the bolts will be going through and you can see where to drill into the trunk.

Haven't drilled anything yet but that's the idea that I was working with besides just using 3M tape.


Hmmm I didn't think of that. I may look into it. I have to pick up a set of bolts.

[Northern_B6]

Picked up a USP rear spoiler. What adhesive do people use to mount them? I could bolt it on by afraid I won't get the wholes drilled correctly.

Reversable:

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/213530-Delsa-Motorsports-eBay-Spoiler-Install-LONG

Would not recommenced drilling holes into your Audi [wrench]

[daught]

Reversable:

http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/213530-Delsa-Motorsports-eBay-Spoiler-Install-LONG

Would not recommenced drilling holes into your Audi [wrench]

+1, I used 3M VHB tape for the hitch.

[K04-B6]

Came home after work today, the temp in ottawa was 40 degrees Celsius today. So when I got home I turned my car off and unplugged my pre cat 02 and the resistance was 4.2 ohms. Is this considered low for a car at temp?

[daught]

Looks like I was behind times with the NTN or genuine TB kit. Litens tensioner seems to be the way to go. Guess most companies still sell the NTN because they still have them in stock.

[eljay]

Looks like I was behind times with the NTN or genuine TB kit. Litens tensioner seems to be the way to go. Guess most companies still sell the NTN because they still have them in stock.
I just put on an Optibelt TB kit with NTN tensioner. Sure, the new stuff is better, but the "old" NTN have been used for years, so I don't think you can go wrong either way. I got my kit from germanoem.ca. Pretty reasonable prices for us Northern folk.

[jacobsen]

Whats so bad about the ntn? Its self adjusting. Isn't the new one fixed non adjustable?

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[Moncion]

I just put on an Optibelt TB kit with NTN tensioner. Sure, the new stuff is better, but the "old" NTN have been used for years, so I don't think you can go wrong either way. I got my kit from germanoem.ca. Pretty reasonable prices for us Northern folk.

+1 also installed that kit. Followed the guide on audizine.

[daught]

I just put on an Optibelt TB kit with NTN tensioner. Sure, the new stuff is better, but the "old" NTN have been used for years, so I don't think you can go wrong either way. I got my kit from germanoem.ca. Pretty reasonable prices for us Northern folk.
The price for the NTN kit is great. I would get it from them but I have other stuff waiting in Niagara USA.

Whats so bad about the ntn? Its self adjusting. Isn't the new one fixed non adjustable?

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New one is spring loaded self tensioning. OEM and genuine parts cheaper than the old hydraulic one.

[hgtuner08]

installing an st40 kit and was got to pulling the rotor on the right side. The set screw was stripped pretty badly by the last person to change the rotor. Any ideas?

[MurkyRivers_A4]

Drill off the head of the set screw. Remove rotor, vice grip the shank and remove.

[my1stturbo]

So my sunroof started acting up just now when I got to work. Closes all the way, but as soon as it closes it opens all the way up. Switch is about 1 year old so hoping it's not that again. I barely use the sunroof so not sure what I should be checking first.

Think I might have lucked out..found a small piece of plastic broken which was under the arm that pops up when you open. Removed that and gave it a try and closed without issue. Just in time for the afternoon showers.

[MetalMan]

Several days ago I installed the new Litens tensioner. It was REALLY nice not having the hydraulic tensioner to pull the pin on... and possibly having to re-compress if you discover that you're off a tooth.
The new Litens tensioner comes with pictoral instructions only. It's SO EASY to install that you don't even need written instructions haha.

[mprivi]

I'm looking at a set of Staggered wheels and have been searching the forums but it seems to be mixed feelings on what tires to run. The wheels are 18 x 8.5 front, 18 x 9.5 rear et 35. will running 235/40 R18 work all around or should I run larger in the back like 245 or even do 225f/235r? I've never ran staggered before and especially on a Quattro. thanks

[a4audi4fun]

I'm looking at a set of Staggered wheels and have been searching the forums but it seems to be mixed feelings on what tires to run. The wheels are 18 x 8.5 front, 18 x 9.5 rear et 35. will running 235/40 R18 work all around or should I run larger in the back like 245 or even do 225f/235r? I've never ran staggered before and especially on a Quattro. thanks

Don't understand why you feel you need staggered but make sure diameters of all wheels are within factory tolerance of each other (2% ??) or else you may find yourself having wearing out the centre differential at a higher than normal rate.

[jacobsen]

I'm looking at a set of Staggered wheels and have been searching the forums but it seems to be mixed feelings on what tires to run. The wheels are 18 x 8.5 front, 18 x 9.5 rear et 35. will running 235/40 R18 work all around or should I run larger in the back like 245 or even do 225f/235r? I've never ran staggered before and especially on a Quattro. thanks
Make sure your wheels are the same size front and rear or you'll be sorry.

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[mprivi]

Don't understand why you feel you need staggered but make sure diameters of all wheels are within factory tolerance of each other (2% ??) or else you may find yourself having wearing out the centre differential at a higher than normal rate.

I can get a deal on a new set of ADR m classics, but it's a staggered setup. My concern was the diff burning out. I see others run staggered so wasn't sure the right size tire to get the diameters the same.


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[fR3ZNO]

I can get a deal on a new set of ADR m classics, but it's a staggered setup. My concern was the diff burning out. I see others run staggered so wasn't sure the right size tire to get the diameters the same.


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It will be hard to get two tire sizes for a staggered setup that are the exact same diameter.

Just play around on a site like willtheyfit.com and see what tires you'd want to run.

[mprivi]

It will be hard to get two tire sizes for a staggered setup that are the exact same diameter.

Just play around on a site like willtheyfit.com and see what tires you'd want to run.

Thanks I'll take a look on there. The seller said that I can run stock 235/40 all around but was doing my owe research.


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[gilber33]

I have one. The EGR and SAI system. I came from Volvos where the car had one or the other. It either had an egr system or a SAS (secondary air system). Both did the same thing.

As I'm getting myself familiar with everything on here, I've been trying to decipher the whole nest of hoses and vac lines behind the engine and read the vac system simplification diy. It seems the car has both an egr valve and a sas. Is that true? I'm looking for the egr block off plate as its referred to in the diy, but 034 lists it as a SAI block off plate. Just looking for some clarification.

[jpulll]

I have one. The EGR and SAI system. I came from Volvos where the car had one or the other. It either had an egr system or a SAS (secondary air system). Both did the same thing.

As I'm getting myself familiar with everything on here, I've been trying to decipher the whole nest of hoses and vac lines behind the engine and read the vac system simplification diy. It seems the car has both an egr valve and a sas. Is that true? I'm looking for the egr block off plate as its referred to in the diy, but 034 lists it as a SAI block off plate. Just looking for some clarification.

there is only an SAI system with these B6 A4's. the SAI shoots air into the combi valve- which many ppl mistake as the EGR valve- which then shoots air into the exhaust stream in order to heat the cat converter. Emissions related and it only runs during certain conditions. you will notice in the winter that you don't have a high idle cold start. old guy/diagnosticator has the knowledge as to why.

[gilber33]

That's exactly what I was looking for. I thought it was odd that the car would have both.

[daught]

Who else other than Blau sells the new non hydraulic timing kit?

[MetalMan]

Who else other than Blau sells the new non hydraulic timing kit?

They are the only vendor I came across who sells an entire kit with the new Litens tensioner. Otherwise you can piece together a kit.
A week ago I installed my Blauparts kit with the Litens tensioner. Their instructions kinda suck for the most part, but the Litens tensioner is pretty easy to install and comes with its own pictorial instructions that are easy enough to follow.

[diuvic]

Noticed oil coming from looks to be oil cooler. Doesn't seem to be oil coolant mixing. Is the O ring a simple DIY.? Can I just unscrew the oil cooler without removing all the coolant hoses?


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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p9l7s3sqHQQ

I used one of this guy's videos to replace a CV axle a while ago. I would probably use some hose clamps to stop the coolant from draining out completely like they do in this video though.

[daught]

PSA there are some counterfeit litens tensiners out there

http://www.litensaftermarket.com/fileadmin/user_upload/news/TBT_counterfeit_anlysis_for_06D_109_243B.pdf

[chad99]

PSA there are some counterfeit litens tensiners out there

http://www.litensaftermarket.com/fileadmin/user_upload/news/TBT_counterfeit_anlysis_for_06D_109_243B.pdf

good to know thanks

[gilber33]

Is there a definite way to tell if my car is a USP? I don't have any of the USP exterior trims; bumpers or door moulding. But it has the usp wheels, 6 speed, RNSE, Bose Symphony, and sport shocks.

[MetalMan]

Is there a definite way to tell if my car is a USP? I don't have any of the USP exterior trims; bumpers or door moulding. But it has the usp wheels, 6 speed, RNSE, Bose Symphony, and sport shocks.

What year is it? My understanding is in 2005 there was some special edition that may have contained some of those items.

[gilber33]

It is an 05. Is there a source that would have information on that?

[eljay]

Is there a definite way to tell if my car is a USP? I don't have any of the USP exterior trims; bumpers or door moulding. But it has the usp wheels, 6 speed, RNSE, Bose Symphony, and sport shocks.
Sounds like the previous owner put on those wheels.
USP was distinguished by bumpers, door blades, interior silver fishscale trim and in 2005, the steering wheel was 3-spoke and had an S-line badge.

[gilber33]

Has silver fish scale trim and a 3 spoke wheel, but doesn't say s line or anything. So probably not a USP, the just has an awesome trim package.

[my1stturbo]

Currently stage 1 APR and was planning to go 1+ tomorrow until I can get a Frankenturbo setup. Was thinking of swapping the injectors at home and making the 10 minute drive to the shop. Am I just keeping it out of boost and below 3k or is it not a good idea to even try it?

[Bische]

Currently stage 1 APR and was planning to go 1+ tomorrow until I can get a Frankenturbo setup. Was thinking of swapping the injectors at home and making the 10 minute drive to the shop. Am I just keeping it out of boost and below 3k or is it not a good idea to even try it?

It will be just fine [up]

[gilber33]

My last dumb question for a while, I promise. Can I replace the battery without any issues? I've read mixed things. Have an RNSE, so not sure if that makes a difference.

[fR3ZNO]

My last dumb question for a while, I promise. Can I replace the battery without any issues? I've read mixed things. Have an RNSE, so not sure if that makes a difference.

Just make sure you've got the radio code. You'll be fine.

[jacobsen]

My last dumb question for a while, I promise. Can I replace the battery without any issues? I've read mixed things. Have an RNSE, so not sure if that makes a difference.
Quick tip never store batteries on the ground or a concrete floor they ground out and die

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