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04-20-2024, 05:38 PM
Replies: 9
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Posted By J. Patterson

Has your windshield ever been replaced? The gel...

Has your windshield ever been replaced? The gel pad between the sensor and windshield must be replaced. Generic gel packs don’t always work and the OEM is pricey. A5 S5 uses the round one as I...
04-14-2024, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 252
Posted By J. Patterson

I used a Bovee Tune 2 Air in our 2011. It was...

I used a Bovee Tune 2 Air in our 2011. It was decent.
...
04-10-2024, 02:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By J. Patterson

Good news! In fairness, not my procedure. I just...

Good news! In fairness, not my procedure. I just copied from Zamnuts (IIRC)
04-09-2024, 07:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 956
Posted By J. Patterson

Thanks for updating us. I would take the buyback...

Thanks for updating us. I would take the buyback if it’s fair market value. You will eventually be beyond warranty coverage and on your on. Like me. ;-)
04-08-2024, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By J. Patterson

No. No real big red flags. You’ve mentioned the...

No. No real big red flags. You’ve mentioned the main things. As 10:year old German luxury vehicles go, these are pretty reliable. I would suggest you ask the seller if you could do that steering...
04-07-2024, 07:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By J. Patterson

Yes. You’ll need an HVAC fan. Pretty easy fix...

Yes. You’ll need an HVAC fan. Pretty easy fix and inexpensive from aftermarket suppliers.
As to the steering column adjustment read this thread and pay special attention to my reply #22. No...
04-03-2024, 06:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,903
Posted By J. Patterson

I made my living owning dry cleaning stores. I...

I made my living owning dry cleaning stores. I always advised people to dry clean their suits more frequently in order to prolong their life. ;-)
04-03-2024, 08:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 509
Posted By J. Patterson

Just instinct based on experience. I suspect the...

Just instinct based on experience. I suspect the sensor. It would be almost impossible for oil temp to be 350°F while coolant temp was normal at 220°F. If it WERE that hot, there would be visible...
04-01-2024, 07:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 496
Posted By J. Patterson

Iffy. Probably $10k+ to repair. Look up book...

Iffy. Probably $10k+ to repair. Look up book value of your car. They total them out when sum of repair cost and salvage value exceed book value of the car.
03-31-2024, 03:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,903
Posted By J. Patterson

Introduction of EVs and PHEVs has likely drug...

Introduction of EVs and PHEVs has likely drug down the overall rankings. There have been teething issues.
03-31-2024, 02:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,903
Posted By J. Patterson

No harm in doing the first change at 5000. As...

No harm in doing the first change at 5000. As far as doing subsequent changes quicker. I don’t. Current TDI Q7 is at 136000 miles and goes 10000 miles with no added oil. S5 is at 80000 miles and has...
03-30-2024, 04:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,447
Posted By J. Patterson

Here’s a source. ...

Here’s a source. https://www.ecstuning.com/b-assembled-by-ecs-parts/front-belly-pan-installation-hardware-kit/n90785002kt/
03-27-2024, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 20,743
Posted By J. Patterson

I believe those are weights that reduce squeal (...

I believe those are weights that reduce squeal ( high frequency vibration).
03-20-2024, 05:32 PM
Replies: 286
Views: 61,080
Posted By J. Patterson

Two runs to the beach so far in March. 1500 miles...

Two runs to the beach so far in March. 1500 miles since service on March 1. At 136000 miles + it’s still the best travel vehicle I ever sat in. Well, actually tied with the 2011 Q7 TDI we had before...
03-20-2024, 05:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 347
Posted By J. Patterson

My local Shell station has 8 diesel pumps. 2 of...

My local Shell station has 8 diesel pumps. 2 of them have the smaller gasoline nozzles and will not open the anti mis-fueling door. I have to avoid those two pumps. I expect that to be what you...
03-18-2024, 04:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 162
Posted By J. Patterson

Found this— “On average, you can expect a...

Found this—
“On average, you can expect a trailer hitch height of about 16-19 inches from the ground to the bottom of the coupler. The vast majority of hitch manufacturers sell their products with a...
03-17-2024, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 214
Posted By J. Patterson

I have both. For pro level work VCDS is superior...

I have both. For pro level work VCDS is superior but Carista is really good. I keep a sender in the glove box when traveling and iPhone is always with me so I keep a Carista subscription active. Has...
03-14-2024, 08:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 349
Posted By J. Patterson

Nice! Bookmarked. Better than the one I had.

Nice! Bookmarked. Better than the one I had.
03-13-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 295
Posted By J. Patterson

Help on a couple of those familiar issues. ...

Help on a couple of those familiar issues.

Our fuel door lock stopped locking. I sprayed silicone lubricant into it and operated it over and over. It started locking again with the doors and...
03-12-2024, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 264
Posted By J. Patterson

1.8 ltr TTs have a similar connector on the...

1.8 ltr TTs have a similar connector on the secondary air intake hose. Try squeezing both sides where the indents are and pulling.
03-09-2024, 01:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 891
Posted By J. Patterson

Reiterating 😉. The button is for locking all...

Reiterating 😉. The button is for locking all doors. They fail and can drain the battery. The unlock sensor is inside the handle. They also fail and can drain the battery. Unplugging the cable inside...
03-08-2024, 07:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 891
Posted By J. Patterson

Yes and yes. Doors still lock with key fob ( if...

Yes and yes. Doors still lock with key fob ( if it’s working) and inside lock button. I never use the keyhole lock but I just checked and mine locks all doors and chirps the alarm. I suppose you...
03-08-2024, 05:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 891
Posted By J. Patterson

Our failures ( 3 on this Q7 over its 9 years 135k...

Our failures ( 3 on this Q7 over its 9 years 135k miles) have all been the locking button not the touch sensor. Scanning revealed a code labeled “ implausible signal locking button XXX XXX door. ...
03-07-2024, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 105
Posted By J. Patterson

It’s just the way they chose to wire it. Pluses...

It’s just the way they chose to wire it. Pluses and minuses to either way. our 2015 Q7 is always on. Our 2015 S5 has them off when ignition is off. I prefer always on for charging phone.
03-07-2024, 04:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 891
Posted By J. Patterson

Here’s some reading that will help. it’s long but...

Here’s some reading that will help. it’s long but worthwhile.

https://www.audiworld.com/forums/q7-mk-1-discussion-112/got-parasitic-battery-drain-door-handles-3031705/
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