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Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
06-04-2008, 02:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 586
Posted By marctnts

No problems, I run...

18x8, 42mm offset, with 235/40/18 Kumho ECSTA ASX. I only have about 1/2 inch clearance to the suspension, but no problems.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2008, 10:51 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 403
Posted By marctnts

My 2003 3.0 came with those, 5X112

My 2003 3.0 came with those, 5X112
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-22-2008, 11:07 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,433
Posted By marctnts

$3.39 in Kansas City, Missouri

$3.39 in Kansas City, Missouri
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-22-2008, 05:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 348
Posted By marctnts

UPDATE - Noise when turning left...

Took the car into the dealer this morning to get things checked out. He says the noise and vibration in the steering wheel is due to a bad outer tie-rod end on the drivers side. He has quoted me...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-21-2008, 03:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,473
Posted By marctnts

I feel the vibration...

...similar to what you feel in the handle of a squeege when dragging it across glass.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
04-21-2008, 12:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,473
Posted By marctnts

Noise when turning left.....

When I turn the steereing wheel right (not left, just right), I hear a squeaking sound that sounds like it's coming from behind the drivers side front wheel well. I can feel the squeaking sound in...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2007, 11:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 343
Posted By marctnts

Re: One of your cat converters is failing.

I searched the archive, and it seems that if the cat is failing, the dealership should replace it free under the 8/80 federal emissions warranty. My car is an 03 with only 21,500 miles on it.

I am...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2007, 11:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 343
Posted By marctnts

Re: One of your cat converters is failing.

I searched the archive, and it seems that if the cat is failing, the dealership should replace it free under the 8/80 federal emissions warranty. My car is an 03 with only 21,500 miles on it.

I am...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2007, 11:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 343
Posted By marctnts

Check Engine Light Code Update

I took the care to the local Autozone and pulled the CEL code (a helpful tip from the forum).

P0421-Warm Up Catalyst Below Threshold

Does anyone have any idea what this means, and what's...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2007, 09:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 343
Posted By marctnts

Check Engine Light

My check engine light came on today. Nothing seems to be different than usual (i.e. it's still driving fine). The only thing I have noticed is that since I bought the car, it seems to hesitate (or...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-17-2007, 05:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,596
Posted By marctnts

Headlight Washer Leak Update

I took the car into the dealership this morning. They said the cylinder was leaking (typical), but I also had a leak in the passenger side nozzle. $120 in parts, $280 in labor (bumper removal...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-15-2007, 08:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,769
Posted By marctnts

Re: In cold weather (not TX) the cylinders can freeze/crack.

Thanks. I'm actually in MO (just bought the car out of texas, no salt, etc.). I called the dealership and they think it's just the hose from the cylinder on the driver side to the unit on the...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-14-2007, 09:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 469
Posted By marctnts

New Wheels & Tint

I bought my A6 3.0 about 2 months ago (texas car, only 20K miles). Much better driver than my previous Benz. I just got my new wheels. 18" RS-6 replica's with 235-40-18 Kumho ECSTA ASX's. I think...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-14-2007, 09:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,769
Posted By marctnts

Re: Headlight Washer Leak

Thanks for the help. It sounds like it shoudn't be too costly of an issue. I may try to take off the fog light grille to get a better look, but will probably take it to the local dealership on Monday...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-14-2007, 02:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,769
Posted By marctnts

Re: Headlight Washer Leak

I searched the archives and discovered that it might be the headlight washer pump, but it looks like this is located on the drivers side at the reservoir. My leak is on the passenger side. Is there...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
12-14-2007, 02:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,769
Posted By marctnts

Headlight Washer Leak

I have a 2003 A6 and in the past day or so have noticed a BIG washer fluid leak under the passenger side front bumber. I can't see exactly where it's coming from, but it drains 3-4 quartz of fluid...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2007, 09:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 10,096
Posted By marctnts

Rear Deck Spoiler

I noticed a lot of guys running the rear deck lid "lip" spoiler, and it looks pretty good. Where's a good place to get one, and what should I expect to pay.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2007, 08:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 492
Posted By marctnts

Re: oops.. Forgot to mention that : )

You're right. When I turned on the headlights, the washers worked fine. Thank you very much.

On seperate topic, I just ordered the 9-spoke audi wheels with the same 235-40-18 tires as yours. Do...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2007, 08:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 492
Posted By marctnts

Re: Headlight Washers

You're right. When I turned on the headlights, the washers worked fine. Thank you very much.

On seperate topic, I just ordered the 9-spoke audi wheels with the same 235-40-18 tires as yours. Do...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C5 Platform) Discussion
10-11-2007, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 492
Posted By marctnts

Headlight Washers

This may be a dumb question, but I just bought a 2003 Audi A6 3.0 with 17k miles but without an owner's manual, and I can't seem to figure out how to make the headlight washers work. I was told they...
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