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TDI Discussion
10-18-2022, 01:01 PM
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2012 Q7 DEF Controller Location?
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ProtoFly
2012 Q7 DEF Controller Location?
Asked this on the Q7 board, but figured it'd get more attention in the TDI Section - I'm doing some 'work' on my 2012 Q7, and need to find the SCR/DEF controller. Can point me in the right direction...
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Q7 MK 1 Discussion
10-18-2022, 11:52 AM
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2012 Q7 TDI - DEF/SCR Control Module Location?
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ProtoFly
2012 Q7 TDI - DEF/SCR Control Module Location?
I'm looking for the DEF/SCR Control module on my Q7. Does anyone have documentation handy to know where it is located?
Thanks,
Darryl
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-30-2019, 11:54 AM
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2007 a6 4.2 - no ac - need help
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ProtoFly
I just replaced the compressor on my 2005 4.2. ...
I just replaced the compressor on my 2005 4.2. They are a common enough failure on the S4 of that vintage, that I believe that high RPM usage on higher mileage vehicles kills them. It's possible...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-08-2019, 04:23 AM
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Pinch Bolt nightmare, what to do NEXT!
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ProtoFly
I used a center punch on the bolt, and started...
I used a center punch on the bolt, and started with a small bit, working my way up to something just smaller than the bolt diameter. Get a couple of good quality metal bits. Makes a huge...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
01-02-2019, 03:24 PM
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C6 A6 4.2 Engine rebuild. Tips, tricks and suggestions
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ProtoFly
When I did my timing tensioners/chains/etc, I...
When I did my timing tensioners/chains/etc, I dropped the engine and transmission all at once, as per the Bentley manual. Can't imagine how difficult dropping just the transmission would be, given...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-12-2018, 04:28 AM
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2008 A6 4.2 V8 serpentine belt replacement
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ProtoFly
For what it is worth, I was able to replace the...
For what it is worth, I was able to replace the serpentine belt on my 05 4.2 without taking the nose off. It took patience, and some long screwdrivers to push the belt into place, but it IS doable...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-12-2018, 04:25 AM
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Got my airbag recall schedule notice!
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ProtoFly
Yeah, just got a notice for my 05 4.2...
Yeah, just got a notice for my 05 4.2...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-12-2018, 04:16 AM
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C6 4.2 Rough Idle Accompanied with Diesel knocking
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ProtoFly
I did the timing chain and tensioner job myself,...
I did the timing chain and tensioner job myself, and dropped the engine and transmission out as a unit. Total cost of parts was somewhere around $3,500. I followed all factory procedures for the...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-12-2018, 04:09 AM
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2007 s line 4.2 heat issues
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ProtoFly
If the system is set to 'Auto', it won't kick the...
If the system is set to 'Auto', it won't kick the fans on until the engine coolant temperature is above ambient by some amount. This is normal, else it would just be blowing cold air around. If you...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
09-25-2017, 04:58 AM
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2005 A6 4.2 suddenly running rough
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ProtoFly
If the question was for me, then the answer is...
If the question was for me, then the answer is yes. I still have the car. It now has 202,000 miles on it. The problem was the passenger side upper chain tensioner, which had shed its plastic chain...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-20-2015, 07:40 AM
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Purchasing a 2005/2006 Audi A6, preferably the 4.2 V8
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ProtoFly
Just have to chime in a bit. I have an 05 4.2,...
Just have to chime in a bit. I have an 05 4.2, which now has 182k miles on it. Much like Kevin Gary, it has had the numerous known issues dealt with.
At 165k miles, it had a timing tensioner...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
09-16-2014, 08:59 AM
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Worst (i.e. most expensive) repairs encountered?
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ProtoFly
For the 4.2 pre-FSI, you will eventually have to...
For the 4.2 pre-FSI, you will eventually have to do some expensive maintenance on the timing chain tensioners and adjusters. If you have the cold-start rattle, and it lasts for more than a second or...
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S4 (B6 & B7 Platforms) Discussion
06-09-2014, 01:01 PM
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timing chain HELP DYING!!
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ProtoFly
It's not a trivial job, and you do need the right...
It's not a trivial job, and you do need the right tools. That being said, you can rent the timing tools to do the job right, but beyond that, with torque wrenches of decent quality, the job is...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-20-2014, 09:43 AM
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C6 Coolant Replacement
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ProtoFly
Coolant replacement is pretty easy. -FLUSHING-...
Coolant replacement is pretty easy. -FLUSHING- may not be needed. But to drain, refill, very easy.
Remove lower plastic underbody pan (covers bottom of car beneath engine).
Get big bucket,...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2014, 09:37 AM
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Picking up a 2006 Audi A6 3.2
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ProtoFly
Kevin, I think now that the timing components are...
Kevin, I think now that the timing components are done (presumably with the updated parts), you will be good for another 120k miles at least.
My A6 has 165k miles, and I've just done the timing...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-01-2014, 12:43 PM
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those who have used Mercon SP
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ProtoFly
40k miles on Mercon SP, no problems.
40k miles on Mercon SP, no problems.
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-11-2014, 10:18 AM
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2005 4.2l engine advice needed
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ProtoFly
So far, the consensus is that the chains really...
So far, the consensus is that the chains really aren't a 'wear item', in that they really don't stretch. I replaced my upper ones, only because I knew that the passenger side had been subjected to a...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-10-2014, 06:50 PM
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2005 A6 Brake Caliper Rattle
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6,120
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ProtoFly
And did it resolve the problem?
And did it resolve the problem?
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-09-2014, 07:40 AM
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Deal on torque converter
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13,103
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ProtoFly
Everything back together yet? Anxious to hear...
Everything back together yet? Anxious to hear how everything went.
My TC was just shipped to Precision. I should have it back hopefully by end of next week. Engine is all back together, awaits...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-09-2014, 05:58 AM
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2005 4.2l engine advice needed
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2,359
Posted By
ProtoFly
Likely due for a timing chain service
I'm of the opinion that all of the NON-FSI 4.2's with the chain system will eventually need a complete timing chain/tensioner/adjuster service.
Kevin Gary, one of the most fastidious when it comes...
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4.2 V8 Discussion
04-01-2014, 05:12 AM
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Help please!!
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ProtoFly
Was there any resolution to your problem?
Was there any resolution to your problem?
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-31-2014, 10:26 AM
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2005 A6 Brake Caliper Rattle
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6,120
Posted By
ProtoFly
I too, had a caliper rattle. What I found was...
I too, had a caliper rattle. What I found was that there were springs that were missing, which, when replace, resolved the rattle.
The front part number: 1K0615269A
The rear part number: ...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-31-2014, 05:53 AM
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3.2 Chains. Waste of a good Sunday.
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2,697
Posted By
ProtoFly
Back on topic (sorry about the diversion onto...
Back on topic (sorry about the diversion onto Kevin's 4.2)...
You will want the proper timing tools. I think there are a few on the forums here or on Audizine that might have them, and be willing...
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A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-31-2014, 05:31 AM
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3.2 Chains. Waste of a good Sunday.
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2,697
Posted By
ProtoFly
Kevin, when I see that your car also has the...
Kevin, when I see that your car also has the problem, I absolutely know that this is a failure in design, not maintenance.
What were the symptoms that made you take it to the dealer?
I finally...
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S4 (B6 & B7 Platforms) Discussion
03-28-2014, 07:32 AM
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IS SHE DEAD?!?! PLEASE HELP!!!
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1,084
Posted By
ProtoFly
I think what you will find is that you have had...
I think what you will find is that you have had the passenger side cam chain tensioner/guide fail.
My 4.2 (and others) have had this exact failure, where the plastic part of the chain...
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