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Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
05-14-2014, 10:49 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 322
Posted By rogmac1175

Worn Climate Buttons

Hey all just thought I would share this. My '04 baby had the typical worn off climate buttons. The fan buttons were actually white.

I found a company called Fabrion (in Philly the franchise is...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
05-12-2014, 06:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 478
Posted By rogmac1175

Tiptronic Use

Ok, so I am new to this luxury sports sedan thing. Question....I LOVE the Sport and Tiptronic modes on my A6. The question is, and excuse me if it's a dumb question....can I damage the transmission...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2014, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

I should also say that the thick red wire that...

I should also say that the thick red wire that hooks to the bulb and goes through the cover is SHORT. So I don't have much room to go with the cover. I have to be missing something.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2014, 05:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

I am so confused. I pulled the cover off the...

I am so confused. I pulled the cover off the driver side and it literally has nowhere to go. I can't push it up or down and the overflow for the coolant is in the way going backwards. Off to the...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2014, 04:19 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

Ingest my reply as me re-thinking and reading my...

Ingest my reply as me re-thinking and reading my posts and apologizing and saying you're right. I appreciate the help.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-24-2014, 05:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

OK. So I see it your way. Help myself so you can...

OK. So I see it your way. Help myself so you can help me. So I need help :-)

How in the name of all things holy do you get the light guard out of the driver's side far enough to get the bulb...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-21-2014, 08:10 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

I am not looking for "everyone" to diagnose...

I am not looking for "everyone" to diagnose anything. I was just looking for advice which is what I thought this forum was for. My apologies for wasting the 4 seconds of your time that it took you to...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-21-2014, 08:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

This guy is trying to tell me that his ballasts...

This guy is trying to tell me that his ballasts are better. I wouldn't let him change them regardless. Just want the bulbs to work. Looks like I may be going OEM and getting it over with.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2014, 12:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

They are 35W bulbs. And yes, I will likely change...

They are 35W bulbs. And yes, I will likely change back to factory at some point. But my concern is....do you think this is the bulb or ballast, because this guy is saying it's probably the ballast...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2014, 11:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,404
Posted By rogmac1175

HID - Scam??

K folks I need some guidance here. I wanted to go with a "whiter" HID, so I went to a local shop that "specializes" in HID kits and bulbs. I had them switch out my factory bulbs for 6000K bulbs....
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2014, 04:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 351
Posted By rogmac1175

It actually looks like the holes where the screws...

It actually looks like the holes where the screws go in wore through from age. It's not broken. Just kind of pulled out of the screws. I am thinking I can put it back by taking the screws out and...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-17-2014, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 351
Posted By rogmac1175

Hose

I just checked under my hood and found that the air intake hose (the one that connects to the inside of the grill and runs across down to the air filter) has snapped off behind the grill. Is there...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-07-2014, 05:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,383
Posted By rogmac1175

Headlights

So I am pretty sure my HID bulbs are older. They are very "yellowish".

What is the best place to buy new ones? Expensive? Also, what is the "K" rating on the factories. I would like something a...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-06-2014, 07:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 403
Posted By rogmac1175

Not a thing. So I'm guessing it's just in my head.

Not a thing. So I'm guessing it's just in my head.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-06-2014, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 403
Posted By rogmac1175

Compression

Ok folks...so I need to know if this is even possible or it's in my head...

They replaced my valve cover gaskets. And I SWEAR the car is running better. Acceleration, smoother. I feel like maybe I...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-06-2014, 04:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By rogmac1175

PCV is operating properly but they are concerned...

PCV is operating properly but they are concerned it froze, so they replaced it. Also new valve cover gaskets. Mechanic says it's in good shape now.

Thank heaven for my extended warranty!
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-04-2014, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By rogmac1175

It's a 3.0. Mechanic is saying valve cover...

It's a 3.0. Mechanic is saying valve cover gaskets but wouldn't I have seen some seepage before they went??
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-04-2014, 10:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 746
Posted By rogmac1175

Broke Down Today

So I started my car this morning and noticed a bit of a rough idle. Figured the 10 degree weather wasn't helping. Drove it about a mile and started smelling a STRONG smell of oil. Actually smelled...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-02-2014, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By rogmac1175

Got the switch on Amazon. It's aftermarket, but...

Got the switch on Amazon. It's aftermarket, but gets good reviews. Here is the link:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008MV4Q2M

As to replacement, turn off your headlights. Push the knob in and...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
03-01-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,663
Posted By rogmac1175

Uneven Headlights

So my 2004 A6, 66K miles, has a weird issue. I have the HID headlights, and I actually have 2 questions.

1. The headlights are not even. When I am in the dark, it looks like the passenger side is...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
02-27-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 735
Posted By rogmac1175

Interior Lights

OK so this is strange. My wife tried to use the visor mirror today, and the light didn't come on. I tried mine, and it too was out. Also no dome lights or map lights. Got home, opened the door, and...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
02-03-2014, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By rogmac1175

Not thinking water in gas cause it's done it for...

Not thinking water in gas cause it's done it for months and intermittently. Wouldn't a neutral safety switch keep it from cranking at all?
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
02-03-2014, 10:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By rogmac1175

Starter was checked. It's good. In fact it cranks...

Starter was checked. It's good. In fact it cranks good and strong. And the crank sensor has been replaced.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
02-03-2014, 03:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By rogmac1175

Wow I have no idea. It's an Audi sensor but I...

Wow I have no idea. It's an Audi sensor but I don't know where it's located. My mechanic handled that. I'm not very "car handy".
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
02-02-2014, 03:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,041
Posted By rogmac1175

Long Crank

Well folks....my long crank issue is back. Here's the details:

When I start the car in the morning it starts and runs great. I get to work, shut it off, and work my day. When I come out of work,...
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