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03-26-2019, 04:31 PM
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Posted By MartinQ5

Does anyone has access to a procedure for...

Does anyone has access to a procedure for replacing this water inlet tube?

Do I have to remove the radiator to get access?

Thank you for your help

M.
03-05-2019, 11:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,800
Posted By MartinQ5

I had the same issue

Several years ago I had the same issue and I had to replace the aux pump.

I am from Canada and I have a Canadian model and I can definitely say that the pump is not located as in the diagram in my...
02-28-2019, 07:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,663
Posted By MartinQ5

I imagine that you will see a fault. I had...

I imagine that you will see a fault.

I had one. Unfortunately, I lost the code number but it implied too much current drawn from the pump.

Cheers
02-27-2019, 05:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,663
Posted By MartinQ5

Hello, My Q5 is not a TDI either. However it...

Hello,

My Q5 is not a TDI either. However it is from Canada and it has the "winter package" installed by default. I wonder why, it is only -20C (-4F) outside as we speak!

The problem was with a...
02-18-2019, 06:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By MartinQ5

Great! Thanks for the info. However I hope...

Great!

Thanks for the info. However I hope I can replace it without removing the front of the car!

There is not a lot of space between the engine and the radiator!

Cheers

Martin
02-18-2019, 12:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,944
Posted By MartinQ5

Leaky 3.2 engine

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.audiworld.com-vbulletin/551x455/3_2_engine_da73a906f867f958c66772637d08fd810b53e923.jpg
Hi,

For a few months I have my engine that leaks some coolant fluid. Not...
01-08-2019, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By MartinQ5

No problem. :) I will look into your refered...

No problem. :)

I will look into your refered thread. Thanks!
01-08-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By MartinQ5

I did a quick search and could not find...

I did a quick search and could not find references.

Sorry about this.
01-08-2019, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,832
Posted By MartinQ5

Q5 2019 HP rating

Hello,

I noticed that the new 2019 Q5 has less HP than the 2018 model (for the 4 cylinder now called 45). Same displacement, same torque but less HP. Any idea why? Are there any changes or were...
03-22-2018, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 9,048
Posted By MartinQ5

Installing Apple Carplay on 2010 Q5

Hello,

Looks like I will stick to my Q5 for at least another year. One thing that is starting to bug me is the difficulty to use my music from my phone and the lack of GPS (I have the non NAV...
03-17-2018, 07:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,179
Posted By MartinQ5

Thank you all for your advice! I am still...

Thank you all for your advice!

I am still undecided. I'll let you know when I make my decision.
03-03-2018, 09:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,179
Posted By MartinQ5

About to make a big change, need advice

Hello all,

After a long 8 year ride along my 2010 Q5, I am about to replace it. I obviously consider a 2018 Q5, but also thinking about the new BMW X3. I know this is an Audi Forum and asking for...
05-08-2017, 07:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

Yes I think I turned out pretty well. I was not...

Yes I think I turned out pretty well. I was not expecting much. Especially after 7 years but at the same this I remember the salesman's sale pitch : "With Audi cars, you don't need to rustproof them....
05-08-2017, 11:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

News!

I received news from my dealer this morning.

Audi Canada decided to pay 70% of the repair. It will cost me around 250$.

I have my appointment set for next monday.

Cheers.

Martin
04-30-2017, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

Will do! I went to the dealer on thursday....

Will do!

I went to the dealer on thursday. They took pictures. They did an estimate of the repairs and sent them to Audi Canada for a decision about warranty coverage. They told me this is...
04-22-2017, 07:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

The door or handle were never damaged. There are...

The door or handle were never damaged. There are not apparent sign. The paint cracked because the rust created a bubble that eventually broke. The bubble was not really thick, I never noticed it.
04-22-2017, 01:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

No, never. Original paint all around.

No, never. Original paint all around.
04-22-2017, 12:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 9,375
Posted By MartinQ5

Rust issue

Hello,

It's been a while since I posted something, my Q5 is still performing like a new after 180 000Km and 7 years!

However I just noticed a spot of rust in the drivers handle. The place is...
09-14-2016, 04:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 35,526
Posted By MartinQ5

Thank you Spijun, helpfull as always! ...

Thank you Spijun, helpfull as always!

Unfortunatly it looks like the little plastic thing comes with the whole sunvisor... Oh well... I will continue my search.

Martin
09-14-2016, 11:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 35,526
Posted By MartinQ5

In my case it is not the hook that broke, but the...

In my case it is not the hook that broke, but the little plastic cylinder that goes over the rod that goes into the hook.

I've been trying to find a replacement without success. Anyone knows what...
05-18-2016, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,257
Posted By MartinQ5

End of the story... I hope

Finally I got my Q5's A/C working again!

After ordering parts over the net and... returning them because they didn't fit, I managed to get a new compressor and drier in. Everything is working fine...
04-26-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,497
Posted By MartinQ5

My 2010 Q5 has now 170 000+ KM. It would be out...

My 2010 Q5 has now 170 000+ KM. It would be out of extended warranty period if I had decided to buy it. I did not. The dealer was asking around 6000$ for a full coverage up to 160 000 km. To me it...
04-25-2016, 12:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,257
Posted By MartinQ5

Got it! I won't try it! :) Still I am...

Got it!

I won't try it! :)

Still I am curious to know if someone has a manual on how to do it. My dealer told me it was a four hour job. I am curious on what needs to be done to take that much...
04-25-2016, 11:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,257
Posted By MartinQ5

Update

Update: My dealer confirmed that my compressor is dead. They tried to bring it alive by bypassing all the sensors and it never started...

Question: Does someone has a manual on how to replace the...
04-19-2016, 09:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,257
Posted By MartinQ5

They all turn on the A/C when you select the...

They all turn on the A/C when you select the defrost. However you could still turn it off manually on some cars. I don't know why you would do that but it is possible.
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