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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
09-04-2017, 08:14 PM
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ECM, TCM, Spark plugs, & Cruise control for sale
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ECM, TCM, Spark plugs, & Cruise control for sale
Engine control module ECM 4D0907557K BOSCH 0261204374/375 ECU (http://www.ebay.com/itm/253123543393)
Transmission control module TCM 4D0927156K BOSCH 0260002446 ...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
07-15-2017, 09:40 AM
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Slipping in 3rd and 5th gear
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dreamhope
Wow, 77k not very high, is it? I guess you...
Wow, 77k not very high, is it?
I guess you could unplug a few sensors and clean them (MAF, TPS, speed, cool temp, etc.). But if it's really 3rd and 5th slipping one of the clutch/brake packs is...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
07-13-2017, 09:30 AM
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Selling parts from my D2 (discounts for members)
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Still some not sold, price lowered
Still some not sold, price lowered
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
06-25-2017, 12:30 PM
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Need help diagnosing possible transmission problem
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Yes, the fluid is "lifetime" but at that mileage...
Yes, the fluid is "lifetime" but at that mileage Audi considers it time beyond life.
It's probably the clutch that's slipping. TC problem may have more symptoms.
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
06-17-2017, 11:40 AM
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Selling parts from my D2 (discounts for members)
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Selling parts from my D2 (discounts for members)
Hello,
I junked my D2 last year after a two-year immobilization. I took some parts as souvenirs, but since I'm relocating again I'm trying to sell them.
For forum members, 50% off the listing...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
10-23-2016, 05:41 AM
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Coming to the end of my ownership of an A8 & the story
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Thanks guys. Once the case is over (maybe in...
Thanks guys.
Once the case is over (maybe in a year's time), I'll post some pictures and videos I've taken yesterday.
btw, I learned that the cheap man pays twice. Just 1500 more would've...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2016, 05:02 PM
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S8 Transmssion dead afer rebuild
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Don't go to a transmission shop for rebuild....
Don't go to a transmission shop for rebuild. Highly likely it won't work right.
Either get rid of the car once the box goes, or buy a remanufactured unit. I was quoted 5300 euros here in France...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2016, 04:57 PM
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Coming to the end of my ownership of an A8 & the story
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btw, I now have a Lexus that has never had a...
btw, I now have a Lexus that has never had a single problem and every button still works.
This Audi has given me too many sleepless nights, not because it's a lot of money, two months' salary, ok,...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
10-21-2016, 04:44 PM
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Coming to the end of my ownership of an A8 & the story
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Coming to the end of my ownership of an A8 & the story
Hello,
I think next week I'll definitely give up my 97 A8 4.2 Quattro. I want to thank everyone for their help when I had the car. Unfortunately, this car was the biggest mistake I've made in the...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
07-10-2014, 12:24 AM
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Transmission Service....Wish I didn't now!
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Man, this is a **** box. I suggest driving as it...
Man, this is a **** box. I suggest driving as it is until it breaks. Then, you can decide whether to replace with a factory refurbished unit or junk the car.
No more ZF. Even Porsche uses Aisin in...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
07-08-2014, 10:01 AM
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A8 D2 Oil Cooler Leaking - Need Cost Estimates for Whats Fair
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dreamhope
just a thought: If it leaks it has to leak...
just a thought:
If it leaks it has to leak from somewhere eventually. What if you apply some thermo sealant all around the connection between the oil cooler and the engine block? I guess, correct...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
05-02-2014, 06:49 AM
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Should I Buy Used A8?
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dreamhope
This. I should've walked away from it when the...
This. I should've walked away from it when the transmission blew up. Now with double the price I have a car with ****ty half-repaired transmission. Could've used the repair money to buy a C208 CLK430...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
04-05-2014, 08:25 AM
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Speed sensor or possible trans problem
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dreamhope
Man, so sorry for you. I've heard of some...
Man, so sorry for you.
I've heard of some D2s have half of your problem: only 1st to 3rd gears work.
My guess is that your 'Clutch B' is screwed (probably due to valve body damage / fluid...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
03-05-2014, 01:44 PM
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Transmission Temperature
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Thumping after warmup is possibly a hydraulic...
Thumping after warmup is possibly a hydraulic issue.
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
03-04-2014, 10:10 AM
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Transmission Temperature
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
03-01-2014, 08:39 AM
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Separated/broken mount on the engine torque arm!?
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Well, I talked to him nicely but also handed him...
Well, I talked to him nicely but also handed him a list of the problems w/ a threat of legal counsel at the end. Hope he gets the message. Undoubtedly he tried to skimp.
Again, if I knew the...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2014, 08:56 PM
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Separated/broken mount on the engine torque arm!?
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Had it fixed for 3555.43 EUR, but it was a poor...
Had it fixed for 3555.43 EUR, but it was a poor job. I'm sure they didn't change the valve body, and they certainly didn't fasten all the bolts (at least four on the belly pan and one on the exhaust...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2014, 12:46 PM
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Separated/broken mount on the engine torque arm!?
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took for a ride on A86 around Paris and saw for...
took for a ride on A86 around Paris and saw for the first time 30 mpg (7.8 l/100km) on the trip computer
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2014, 09:33 AM
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Separated/broken mount on the engine torque arm!?
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And here's another example: I changed the...
And here's another example:
I changed the oxygen sensors this afternoon. On the passenger side there's this 'wiring harness bracket holder' that is directly above the oxygen sensor, making it...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-24-2014, 12:34 PM
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Separated/broken mount on the engine torque arm!?
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Change it this afternoon. Took me 6 hours in...
Change it this afternoon. Took me 6 hours in total, including one hour trying to do it without removing the timing belt cover and another hour cleaning the viscous fan and the timing belt cover.
...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-22-2014, 10:58 AM
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This is going to hurt. Six speed manual.
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Just got a rebuild on my 97 A8. For me it's...
Just got a rebuild on my 97 A8. For me it's cheaper than buying another car, which most likely also needs works done.
If you're really interesting in a conversion, why not consider putting in a 6,...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-19-2014, 05:38 AM
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Audi a8l 2005 mmi issues
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05 is IIRC the first year with bluetooth. Even...
05 is IIRC the first year with bluetooth. Even much later German cars seem to have problem with iPhone. Probably normal.
Forum:
A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-18-2014, 06:39 AM
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S8 transmission recode - Success! :-)
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dreamhope
Well, it was at red line and I certainly wasn't...
Well, it was at red line and I certainly wasn't doing more than 50 mph (limit 50 kph).
Forum:
A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-18-2014, 06:16 AM
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S8 transmission recode - Success! :-)
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37,416
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dreamhope
The coding is 00001 according to VCDS. For some...
The coding is 00001 according to VCDS. For some reason it was holding to redline at any throttle position and I could downshift to 1st. I wouldn't rule out the possibility that (i) the TCM was faulty...
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A8 / S8 (D2 Platform) Discussion
02-17-2014, 11:54 PM
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S8 transmission recode - Success! :-)
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37,416
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dreamhope
Before it broke, my transmission had the stocking...
Before it broke, my transmission had the stocking coding 00001 but always held to redline in 1st and 2nd (cannot try 3rd prudently). This is also regardless of throttle position.
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