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Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
09-03-2018, 06:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,222
Posted By Fithian

I have seen most of the negative reviews on...

I have seen most of the negative reviews on Tesla, and also the positive reviews. Quality has improved over the past year. I have driven the Model S twice and the Model 3 Performance once. The...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
08-31-2018, 04:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 23,996
Posted By Fithian

Sure, you can use any grade of gas that you want....

Sure, you can use any grade of gas that you want. The engine management system will take care of the possible knocking problem. You will get slightly lower MPG and performance, not linearly with the...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
08-31-2018, 04:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,222
Posted By Fithian

Audi replace my warped rotors under warranty at...

Audi replace my warped rotors under warranty at 22k miles. They warped again at 45k miles. I took it in at 50k miles since the vibration was too much. They replaced the rotors and pads again at my...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
08-27-2018, 06:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 13,868
Posted By Fithian

I have had my 2013 S5 6-speed since summer of...

I have had my 2013 S5 6-speed since summer of 2012 on European Delivery. No problems for anything that wasn't just a factory update. 30 mpg highway, 20 mpg in town. Ride is smooth on 265-30-20 MPS....
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
07-27-2018, 04:37 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 18,201
Posted By Fithian

Update at 49k miles. The rotors have warped again...

Update at 49k miles. The rotors have warped again and Audi refuses to replace them again. Time to go third party rotors and pads. Suggestions?
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
12-24-2017, 04:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,730
Posted By Fithian

The S5 up to 2016 has T-Mobile 3G with download...

The S5 up to 2016 has T-Mobile 3G with download speed of 1 Mbps. The S6 2016 has AT&T LTE with download speed of 1 Mbps.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
12-24-2017, 03:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,706
Posted By Fithian

The comfort seats are extremely comfortable....

The comfort seats are extremely comfortable. Looks like the only alternative is to sell it and buy one with comfort seats.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
11-08-2017, 03:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 70,259
Posted By Fithian

For $20/month ATT will give you unlimited LTE...

For $20/month ATT will give you unlimited LTE data, although the speed is about 2Mbps, same as 3G. Only on 2016+
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
10-18-2017, 03:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,676
Posted By Fithian

I had my A6 delivered in Germany. Immediately on...

I had my A6 delivered in Germany. Immediately on to the Autobahn, and up to 130 mph for 20-30 minutes. Car is fine.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
09-19-2017, 06:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 34,490
Posted By Fithian

I have 50k miles on my 2013 S5 Prestige. There...

I have 50k miles on my 2013 S5 Prestige. There have been no failures of any kind. Front brakes were replaced at 48k miles, backs still good. I have a manual 6-speed, so the first service of any...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
09-06-2017, 11:36 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,156
Posted By Fithian

My wife was driving a back road at twilight and a...

My wife was driving a back road at twilight and a deer jumped out of nowhere. Her A6 did an emergency braking maneuver and avoided hitting the deer and then continued on as if nothing had happened....
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
05-27-2017, 07:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 18,201
Posted By Fithian

My dealer replaced my rotors at 22k miles. They...

My dealer replaced my rotors at 22k miles. They said they were warped. Covered by warranty after lots of complaining. My problem is that they were probably replaced with the OE rotors, so I can...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
05-27-2017, 07:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,715
Posted By Fithian

The vibrations in braking at speed could be...

The vibrations in braking at speed could be warped rotors, a common problem with 2016 A6's. It can occur anytime from 10k to 25k miles. Ask for it to be covered under warranty. Mine were replaced at...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
05-22-2017, 04:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 13,361
Posted By Fithian

You can get ATT $20 unlimited whether or not you...

You can get ATT $20 unlimited whether or not you have an ATT account for 2016+. Traffic on pre-2016 requires a yearly fee of about $90 after the warranty.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
05-22-2017, 04:26 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 277,244
Posted By Fithian

As Audi drops or doesn't implement the things I...

As Audi drops or doesn't implement the things I care about in a car, my interest turns to other makes. Other makes offer manual transmissions, others have CarPlay, others have tethered connect...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
04-17-2017, 06:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 10,199
Posted By Fithian

This can be done using a VAG-COM tool. There is a...

This can be done using a VAG-COM tool. There is a new model that uses wifi and does not require a computer.

Ross-Tech: News (http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds-mobile/vcds-mobile.php)

Follow the...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
04-11-2017, 08:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,356
Posted By Fithian

2018 model can use the lightning to USB cable....

2018 model can use the lightning to USB cable. Pre-2018 you can use the yellow grommet lightning to MMI cable.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
04-10-2017, 05:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,032
Posted By Fithian

911 Comparison

As my 2013 S5 6-speed is getting up in years and mileage (48k), I am looking to replace it. My first effort was a Tesla 3. My second try is a 2018 S5, but, alas, no manual tranny. My third attempt...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
04-08-2017, 05:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 51,097
Posted By Fithian

I have unlimited ($20/month) ATT LTE in my 2016...

I have unlimited ($20/month) ATT LTE in my 2016 A6 and it is very slow. 1Mbps down and 3Mbps up. It is still faster than the T-Mobile 3G I have in my 2013 S5, also unlimited ($199/year)
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
03-23-2017, 06:21 AM
Replies: 212
Views: 319,279
Posted By Fithian

I was changing a credit card on my ATT Connect...

I was changing a credit card on my ATT Connect account and I noticed a new option that is now available. It is possible to get unlimited ATT data for $20/month, which is a lot better than 4GB for...
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
03-12-2017, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,152
Posted By Fithian

You can buy an MMI to 3.5 aux input for the S5....

You can buy an MMI to 3.5 aux input for the S5. Check with the dealer. I have one.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
03-08-2017, 07:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,922
Posted By Fithian

While driving on I-4 through Orlando during two...

While driving on I-4 through Orlando during two recent stays, there was interminable stop and go driving. The A6 with adaptive cruise handled it perfectly, down to 1 mph, occasionally to 0 mph, which...
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
03-04-2017, 11:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 860
Posted By Fithian

2013 A4 and S5 do not use sensors.

2013 A4 and S5 do not use sensors.
Forum: A6 (C7 Platform) Discussion
03-04-2017, 11:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,922
Posted By Fithian

Economy Car?

After a recent road trip to Florida, I checked the long term stats. Hard to believe. On some segments it was in the 36-37 mpg range at 74 actual mph. This A6 is a Prestige with the 3L V6.
Forum: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Coupe & Cabrio (B8)
02-28-2017, 09:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 886
Posted By Fithian

Traffic Info

2013 S5. The traffic function from the info button on navigation is no longer active. I have a current Audi Connect service. No Sirius radio. It just stopped working one day. Problem?
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