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Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2011, 02:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 40,278
Posted By mullardel34

Excellent! Now that you've got the correct...

Excellent! Now that you've got the correct power-steering fluid in the power-steering system, the steering system should behave as designed. Just keep an eye on the power-steering fluid level,...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2011, 01:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 71,539
Posted By mullardel34

To me, the peace of mind is absolutely worth the...

To me, the peace of mind is absolutely worth the cost of the Panzer Plate! It doesn't really cost any more than the plastic OEM belly pan, but the Panzer Plate is virtually indestructible. The...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-04-2011, 03:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 71,539
Posted By mullardel34

You're quite welcome! Just trying to help my...

You're quite welcome! Just trying to help my fellow Audi-owners enjoy worry-free winter-time road-blasting! :D
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-04-2011, 03:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 71,539
Posted By mullardel34

Alright, vacuum-tube humor! I maintain the...

Alright, vacuum-tube humor! I maintain the attitude that valves is valves; it's all good... :D

I'm certainly not bottoming-out my vehicle! However, I do enjoy blasting-around with my Quattro...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-29-2011, 04:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 71,539
Posted By mullardel34

Yes, the belly pan makes a difference! The...

Yes, the belly pan makes a difference! The improvement in the engine-bay air-flow management is worth 2-3mpg at highway speeds for most cars. But don't get the OEM plastic/composite belly-pan; it's...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-07-2011, 01:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 40,278
Posted By mullardel34

Pentosin CHF-11S is the OEM fill for...

Pentosin CHF-11S is the OEM fill for power-steering fluid for Audi power-steering systems. Most NAPA auto-parts stores have the CHF-11S in-stock due to it's use as the specified hydraulic fluid of a...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
11-21-2010, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,519
Posted By mullardel34

Try swapping the bulb or the ballast from one...

Try swapping the bulb or the ballast from one side to the other and see if the flickering follows a component from side-to-side.
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2010, 06:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 826
Posted By mullardel34

ECS Tuning has the following: ...

ECS Tuning has the following:

http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-B6_A4-Quattro-V6_30v/Search/License_Plate_Frame/ES2108/
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
08-09-2010, 03:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,813
Posted By mullardel34

Any time the oil-pressure warning light...

Any time the oil-pressure warning light illuminates, you'd best pull-over and shut-down the engine until you've resolved the low oil-pressure reading; the engine you save may be your own...

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Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
08-05-2010, 03:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 16,314
Posted By mullardel34

My thoughts on wheels/tires for Audi's are...

My thoughts on wheels/tires for Audi's are aligned with those of REDixon87; keep the "look-and-feel" aligned with the overall style of the car. A great source for replica wheels for the Audi...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-30-2010, 03:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,201
Posted By mullardel34

The CVT transmission has quite history of failing...

The CVT transmission has quite history of failing prematurely for Audi owners. There's a company in New Jersey that's been able to integrate TCM's to Audi CVT transmissions (as well as everything up...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-29-2010, 03:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,813
Posted By mullardel34

With the 1.8L turbo-motor, it's important to use...

With the 1.8L turbo-motor, it's important to use a full-synthetic motor-oil that meets the Audi/VW 502.00 qualification. Motor-oils specified as meeting the Audi/VW 502.00 specs will help to keep...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-29-2010, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 84,491
Posted By mullardel34

Thanks! Just trying to help a fellow traveler...

Thanks! Just trying to help a fellow traveler stay on-the-road and enjoying the ride... :D
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-25-2010, 01:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 84,491
Posted By mullardel34

Don't immediately assume that the "groaning"...

Don't immediately assume that the "groaning" sound from the power-steering system requires replacement of parts. There's a progression of potential problems that need to be addressed, beginning with...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-05-2010, 01:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,702
Posted By mullardel34

Definitely stick with the OEM or Mann or Mahle...

Definitely stick with the OEM or Mann or Mahle oil-filters; these oil-filters have a significantly larger internal media surface-area and properly filter the motor-oil without any blow-by oil flow. ...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-14-2010, 08:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,110
Posted By mullardel34

Yes, the timing-belts do fatigue due to both age...

Yes, the timing-belts do fatigue due to both age as well as wear-and-tear from use. Failure to heed either timing-belt mileage or time-in-use puts your engine at risk; the engine re-build will cost...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-01-2010, 09:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,921
Posted By mullardel34

It looks like the specific steering-rack will...

It looks like the specific steering-rack will depend upon the engine and suspension of the car (see illustration...
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-31-2010, 04:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 26,407
Posted By mullardel34

The only service manual available is the...

The only service manual available is the electronic version from Bentley; most of the forum sponsors offer the manual for purchase.
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-20-2010, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 26,407
Posted By mullardel34

Rear fog-lights are legally required to have red...

Rear fog-lights are legally required to have red illumination. Also rear fog-lights can only be one bulb on one side of the car (located in the left-hand light cluster for left-hand drive cars,...
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-20-2010, 07:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 26,407
Posted By mullardel34

The shifter assembly is accessed through...

The shifter assembly is accessed through disassembly of the upper portion of the center console. The shifter assembly is a fairly complex, tightly-packaged set of levers, switches, etc.; unless you...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-20-2010, 07:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,723
Posted By mullardel34

The OEM D1S bulbs have a color temperature around...

The OEM D1S bulbs have a color temperature around 4200-4500 degrees Kelvin. Color temperatures beyond 6500 degrees Kelvin lose useful output in the visible light spectrum and are mostly used for...
Forum: A4 (B7 Platform) Discussion
05-18-2010, 06:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 26,407
Posted By mullardel34

Something is mis-aligned or broken in the shift...

Something is mis-aligned or broken in the shift linkage, engaging the reverse-light switch. Take the car to your technician for analysis and repair.
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-18-2010, 06:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,905
Posted By mullardel34

As to the question of, "why do birds go out their...

As to the question of, "why do birds go out their way to use Audi's for target-practice?", all I can suggest is that well-kept Audi's present such a shiny bauble, the birds just can't help...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-18-2010, 06:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,905
Posted By mullardel34

I've had really great results by deep-treating...

I've had really great results by deep-treating the leather seats once-a-quarter with Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil (http://www.detailersdomain.com/leatheriquerejuvenatoroil.aspx), then I apply Leather...
Forum: A4 (B6 Platform) Discussion
02-18-2010, 03:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 10,232
Posted By mullardel34

If the traction-control light is intermittent and...

If the traction-control light is intermittent and doesn't set any codes in the ECU, the likely source of the problem is the brake-light switch. The next time the traction-control light illuminates,...
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