http://forums.audiworld.com Discussion forum for the B6 Audi A4 Cabriolet en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:15:06 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.audiworld.com/images/fun/misc/rss.jpg http://forums.audiworld.com http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767533&goto=newpost Tue, 10 Nov 2009 12:18:49 GMT Hello,
I'm new to audi and i just bought an 2003 a4 cabriolet 3.0 (65 000 km). The airbag light is always on, and the alarm goes off sometime when i lock the car. If i leave the car for two days, the battery drain out and i have to boost it with my 95 corolla. I bought a vag-com and here is the result. Any guidance would be appreciated.

VAG-COM Version: Release 409.1-S


Chassis Type: 8E - Audi A4 B6
Scan: 01,02,03,08,09,15,16,17,26,36,37,45,46,55,56,63,76
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Address 15: Airbags
Controller: 8H0 959 655
Component: Airbag 8.4EC 1005
Coding: 0010105
Shop #: WSC 00672
4 Faults Found:
00003 - Control Module
014 - Defective
00590 - Airbag Igniter 2: Passenger Side (N132)
006 - Short to Plus - Intermittent
01218 - Side Airbag Igniter: Passenger Side (N200)
001 - Upper Limit Exceeded - Intermittent
01217 - Side Airbag Igniter: Driver Side (N199)
001 - Upper Limit Exceeded - Intermittent

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Address 17: Instruments
Controller: 8H0 920 980 G
Component: KOMBI+WEGFAHRS. RB4 D15
Coding: 02301
Shop #: WSC 94827
WAUAT48H83K012383 AUZ6Z0B0217014
1 Fault Found:
01300 - Control Module for Navigation with CD-Rom (J401)
49-10 - No Communications - Intermittent

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Address 26: Auto Roof
Controller: 8H0 959 255
Component: VSG B6 CABRIO 6185
Coding: 0000000
Shop #: WSC 00672
1 Fault Found:
00466 - Control Module for Steering Column Electronics (J527)
004 - No Signal/Communication - Intermittent

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Address 36: Seat Mem. Drvr
Controller: 8H0 959 760
Component: Sitzmemory EE H04 X013
Coding: 00002
Shop #: WSC 00065
1 Fault Found:
02010 - Left Entry Assistance Control Module (J572)
79-10 - Please Check Fault Codes - Intermittent

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Address 37: Navigation
Controller: 4B0 919 887 E
Component: BNO 0008
1 Fault Found:
65535 - Internal Control Module Memory Error
00-00 - -

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Address 46: Central Conv.
Controller: 8H0 959 433 L
Component: Komfortgerát T7B 5342
Coding: 11820
Shop #: WSC 94827
5 Faults Found:
01368 - Alarm triggered by Luggage Compartment Switch
35-00 - -
01369 - Alarm triggered by Hood Switch
35-00 - -
01374 - Alarm triggered by Terminal 15
35-00 - -
01371 - Alarm triggered by Door Contact Switch: Driver's Side
35-00 - -
01572 - Alarm triggered by Door Contact Switch: Passenger Side
35-00 - - ]]> A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion neuron http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767533 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767163&goto=newpost Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:00:42 GMT So I finally got my new to me car sent back for... So I finally got my new to me car sent back for some clean-up work promised at point of sale, and now that they are done, I have time to do some further tinkering, like taking a look at why the gas mileage isn't tracking right, among other things.

Here's what I find:

Front Tires: 235/40ZR18 91W Pirelli Zero Nero M+S
Right Rear: 235/40R18 91V Triangle Talon TR968
Left Rear: 235/40R18 95H Nankang Sonar Ultra Sport NS-II M+S
Spare: 235/40ZR18 95V Continental Sport Contact II

Oh, brother. No wonder, right?

So I did some real recon and research today, and although the dealer will sell me 4 Continental TS790's with 17 inch wheels for 2300.00 (not mounted), I looked a lot further and found a much better deal for a better tire.

5 Michelin Pilot Exalto All Seasons 235/45R17 w/17 inch wheels mounted/balanced and out the door for 1899.95 after taxes. With an instant 40.00 rebate on either the tires or the wheels, if I recall correctly.

I'll let them keep the 18's and mismatched tires, I guess. Thought about keeping the tires and buying 3 more Pirelli's, but after research, not only are the Exalto's better all-weather summer tires than Pirelli's, but they are a lot better than Continental TS790's AND Bridgestone Blizzak LM-25 and LM-60's in the winter, based on reviews with multiple quattro drivers.

And that, my friends, is something I can deal with. So with any luck, she'll be outfitted with the new tires on the stock wheels next Tuesday. Then, maybe I can get some real mpg data, AND the speedo will be more accurate.

See y'all on the flip side.... ]]> A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion Lyman_T http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2767163 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766555&goto=newpost Thu, 29 Oct 2009 22:19:08 GMT Hi there Audi World! I am about to pull the... Hi there Audi World!

I am about to pull the trigger on my first Audi, a 2009 A4 2.0 CVT Cabriolet. But I'm a bit confused about Audi's "Special Edition" marketing.

Most of the cars I've been looking at have been the 2009 "Special Edition." According to the window sticker, Special Edition includes these features:

- 18 inch 7-double-spoke wheels with all-season tires
- Homelink universal garage door opener
- Auto-dimming ext and int mirror with compass
- Xenon plus headlights
- Rain and light sensor
- Wind blocker
- Bose premium sound system
- Metallic paint (if equipped)

But the car I'm close to buying is a NON-Special Edition 2009 A4 2.0 CVT Cabriolet. This car is equipped with the options of "Bose Audio" and "Convenience Package." The Convenience Pacakge includes:
- HomeLink
- Auto-dimming exterior mirrors; Auto-dimming interior mirror with compass
- Xenon plus headlights
- Rain and light sensor with "Coming Home"
- Wind deflector

Even with those two options it's about $1000 cheaper than the similarly equipped "Special Edition" A4 Cab.

So, it seems like the only difference between a "Special Edition" and the non-SE with Convenience and Bose are the wheels.... I think the non-SE has 17 inch wheels instead of 18-inch.

But I wanted to throw the question out to you, wise Audi World community. Is there anything I'm missing? Why would the non-SE car be about $1000 cheaper than a similarly equipped SE car?

Thanks for your help!

Archie ]]> A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion archibaldtuttle http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766555 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766217&goto=newpost Mon, 26 Oct 2009 14:04:43 GMT hi i am new onhere and was wondering if anyone... hi i am new onhere and was wondering if anyone knows what the 2 plastic bits behind the rear headrests are for on the parcel shelf? they pop on and off and have a sign saying do not cover they just seem to open up to look into where the hood folds down any ideas would be helpful. ]]> A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion nickyb8110 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766217 http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766047&goto=newpost Fri, 23 Oct 2009 19:12:30 GMT After about an hour of tracking down various... After about an hour of tracking down various links to vin and option breakdowns that were free, here's the breakdown:

W = Europe/Germany
A = Audi
U = Passenger Car
E = Body Style = 2 Door Sedan
T = Engine = 3.0L V6 DOHC 30V Gas (182 cid)
4 = Restraint System = Side Airbags + Front Driver/Passenger
8H = Model = A4 Cabriolet Quattro
4 = Vin Accuracy Check Digit = Valid
6 = Model Year = 2006
K = Assembly Plant = Karmann-Rheine, Osnabruck, Germany
xxxxxx = Chassis/Serial Number (x's for security purposes online)

Options:
E4J = "S-line"
5RW = Right exterior mirror: convex (US) large viewing field
2T1 = Double-sized standard (DIN)
8GR = Alternator 150 A
8JD = Headlight with gas discharge lamp for driving on the right (US design)
2ZQ = Leather trimmed multi-function steering wheel for air bag system
D2H = 6-cylinder gasoline engine 3.0 L/162 kW 30V V6 base engine is T15
2K2 = Reinforced bumpers
5D2 = Carrier frequency 315 MHz
1KP = Disc brakes, rear
7AN = Anti-theft alarm system, backup horn and towing protection
0G7 = Tiptronic Transmission
8Q3 = Automatic headlight-range adjustment dynamic (self-adjusting while driving)
7Q0 = Without navigation device
QV4 = Satellite radio reception USA
7GA = Emission standard LEV 2
J0R = Battery 380 A (80 Ah)
5TG = Decorative aluminum inserts, dulling
0YQ = Weight range 15 installation control only, no requirement forecast
U1B = Instrument insert with mph speedometer, clock, tachometer and trip odometer
6E3 = Front center armrest
CH9 = Alloy wheels 8J x 18
3L4 = Electric seat adjustment for both front seats, drivers seat with memory system
Q1D = Sports front seats
4UB = Air bag for NAR
1LF = Disc brakes, front
7X0 = Without park distance control
0JK = Weight category front axle weight range 10
FM0 = Basic equipment variant
VR0 = Without impact protection measures
4A3 = Seat heater for front seats separately controlled
9W0 = W/o car phone preparation/installation
6XL = Exterior mirrors: with memory function, automatically dimming, electrically foldable/adjustable/heated
7A0 = Without CD changer/CD player
8K7 = Automatic headlight activation
T15 = 6-cylinder gasoline engine 3.0 L unit 06C.B (aluminum)
1N1 = Power steering
9Q2 = Multi-function display/on-board computer with check control
7K0 = Without tire pressure warning light
7S1 = Wind blocker
5SG = Left exterior mirror: flat
1BE = Sports suspension/shock absorption
F0A = No special purpose vehicle, standard equipment
9AK = Climatronic with impact pressure control free of cfc
7P1 = Power adjustable lumbar support in frontseats
8Z6 = Hot country
4K8 = Radio remote controlled central locking operated from inside, front and rear and separate trunk release "SZV"
4GP = Windshield in heat-insulating glass withsunshield and viewing window for vehicle identification number

I did find it interesting that although the options say no CD player, it does have a 6 CD player installed. Of course, it also says it has Satellite capable radio installed; if it is, it isn't being sold as such.
Options say No impact protection measures, but unless that means no rear object avoidance system (which is listed separately above), the cabriolet comes with rollover protection bars.
Also, for some reason, the installed winter package is called the Hot Option in the list above.

Also, I know the paint code is LZ5G/K8, which is Caribic Blue Pearl Effect, and the interior is Beige Leather (I think that's code N5T, which for some reason I've been told is rarer than the Platinum interiors on this Cabriolet. Given that those are the only 2 interiors offered for the 06 cab, I don't know if I really believe that.

Don't know if that helped anyone out, but hopefully so. ]]> A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion Lyman_T http://forums.audiworld.com/showthread.php?t=2766047