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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-29-2017, 10:25 AM
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Trunk roof (storage) box won't retract
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I believe its the entire unit that has to be...
I believe its the entire unit that has to be replaced. Think it was around $400 but it was a while ago. Had my local longtime mechanic do it, and he ordered the parts from the local Audi dealership. ...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-12-2017, 05:40 PM
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Protect rear window separation
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xaviexavie
Very!! :) Hope your top as well as your luck...
Very!! :) Hope your top as well as your luck remain in great shape!
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-12-2017, 05:15 PM
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Trunk roof (storage) box won't retract
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Trunk roof (storage) box won't retract
Sounds like the cable snapped. It happens. I've replaced 3 xs in my 03. First was after someone crashed into my backside.
Sucks. Its a cheap plastic mechanism and expensive to replace.
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-04-2017, 06:00 PM
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2009 A4 cabrio trunk wont open
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xaviexavie
Did you find out what was happening? Would a...
Did you find out what was happening?
Would a dealer perhaps have a way to override your fob? It sounds like the code signaling "open" is gone.
As one who has had to split open the ski pass bag,...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-04-2017, 12:51 PM
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Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
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xaviexavie
Hi Brian. You are SO right regarding the...
Hi Brian.
You are SO right regarding the trade in value! Too funny that we both had new trannies put in.
Glad you got a great car in your new Audi.
Congrats on your son and please thank him...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
07-02-2017, 12:27 PM
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Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
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xaviexavie
Hi Brian! Loyalty or stupidity? Hmm...! ...
Hi Brian!
Loyalty or stupidity? Hmm...!
Yes, we did buy at the same time! This was my first ever new car, and I thought that if I took super good care of it and treat it properly, it could go...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-30-2017, 07:39 PM
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Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
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xaviexavie
Well, this has been one pain in the ass problem...
Well, this has been one pain in the ass problem over the course of many months.
So much so that I went and bought another car while still trying to figure out the Audi. I know - I'm a...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-30-2017, 07:18 PM
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Defect in Audi convertible top motor replacement?
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xaviexavie
Dang! That's harsh. I haven't had that though...
Dang! That's harsh. I haven't had that though I've had a host of other things - lol.
I would document your dates & data and ask to speak to the zone rep. Take it up w/ AofA. This doesn't sound...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-30-2017, 07:15 PM
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Protect rear window separation
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xaviexavie
I also am in So Ca. Bought the car new; garage...
I also am in So Ca. Bought the car new; garage kept, lovingly hand washed by yours truly. Happened BEFORE the four year warranty period was up. Replaced for free (I had to work for it / they were not...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-28-2017, 05:32 PM
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Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
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xaviexavie
Thank you for your reply, Louis! I forwarded them...
Thank you for your reply, Louis! I forwarded them & the links to my mechanic.
Appreciate your reply!
Best,
Jill
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-24-2017, 07:53 AM
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Cab roof box in the trunk - does not close!
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xaviexavie
It's likely the cable; I've had THREE different...
It's likely the cable; I've had THREE different times it's been replaced ($$OUCH) on mine. Seriously, it's made rather cheaply (mainly plastic), and many people have had to replace it or live w/ it....
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-24-2017, 07:45 AM
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Leaking Light On Trunk
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JUST had this happen! Of course, it was parked...
JUST had this happen!
Of course, it was parked outside during unusually rainy So CA weather. Opened the trunk and water streamed out of those 2 holes all over the place.
It's the seal alright. My...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2017, 09:58 AM
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Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
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xaviexavie
Lurching@ low RPMs '03 Cab 3.0
Hi All.
Have 03 A4 Cab 3.0. Bought it new and have kept up w/ service impeccably as it's my daily driver.
Recently, it's doing something that's stumping me and the mechanic. At low RPM's...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2017, 08:02 AM
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Sounds like rolling marbles in my car????
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xaviexavie
Yep! My concern was if this was a loose nut or...
Yep! My concern was if this was a loose nut or bolt...was something going to come apart because of this?
But nothing ever did.
At least it wasn't our brains rattling!
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
03-19-2017, 11:04 PM
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Sounds like rolling marbles in my car????
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xaviexavie
I recently replaced my entire top. But before I...
I recently replaced my entire top. But before I did, I had the exact same sound you describe. I am 95% certain it was inside the top close to where it latched / unlatched to the metal (near the sun...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-23-2016, 05:43 PM
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Recommendation for a Convertible Top Place
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Recommendation for a Convertible Top Place
Hello All.
It's been a while! I still have my lovingly cared for (though old now!) '03 A4 3.0.
For all those who have had back window glass separating from the top issues, if you are in So CA, I...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-06-2013, 06:27 PM
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PLEASE READ: Soft Top Recall? Class-action suit?????
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Wow. Great pics.
It's amazing that this is still quite the issue.
I'm dumbfounded that Audi didn't recall these. You'd think it would be deemed a safety hazard as it could bonk someone on the head or fly out while...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
06-09-2012, 06:42 AM
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Pics. My Audi A4 8H
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xaviexavie
Nice! Love the wheels andthe headlights! I just...
Nice! Love the wheels andthe headlights! I just ordered new headligts but they are simply replacement on the stock headlights.
May I ask where you found yours?
Great pics, too! Esp the the one...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-22-2012, 06:11 PM
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PRND Flashing
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30,349
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xaviexavie
Hi Mili. Just checking back on the board &...
Hi Mili.
Just checking back on the board & see your post here. What you describe sounds identical to what I had, only mine's a 3.9 V6. Bottom line, I needed a new TCU (transmission control...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2012, 07:32 AM
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PRND Flashing
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30,349
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xaviexavie
Hi Brian. Saw Tony from Keyes last Friday. I so...
Hi Brian. Saw Tony from Keyes last Friday. I so appreciate the referral! He seemed straight-up and waved the diagnosis chg due to your referral.
Yup, I need a new TCU. Keyes was $167. less for the...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-02-2012, 02:49 PM
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5
Service Suggestions?
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xaviexavie
Ouch! Where are you located? Regardless of...
Ouch! Where are you located? Regardless of where, you need a second & possibly 3rd opinion. I'd cue friends & fam for a trusted mechanic...I have an 03 Cab 3.0 as well and I think for that money...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
05-02-2012, 02:37 PM
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8
PRND Flashing
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30,349
Posted By
xaviexavie
Thanks, Brian! I'll check them out and if I go I...
Thanks, Brian! I'll check them out and if I go I will tell Tony you referred me.
I'd like to get a couple of quotes anyway.
Thanks again and so glad you are still here!
Best,
Jill
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
04-29-2012, 06:21 PM
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8
PRND Flashing
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30,349
Posted By
xaviexavie
PRND Flashing
Hello All.
I've been away from the forum here for a while but came back yesterday to peruse.
I've a 2003 A4 3.0 Cab, 95K mi. My research indicates it could be something as simple as an interlock...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-07-2010, 07:43 PM
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A4 B6 top problem..help
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1,064
Posted By
xaviexavie
Hi immusicman. The top, trunk storage box and the...
Hi immusicman. The top, trunk storage box and the trunk lid all interplay together. If you engage the button to lower the top but the car *thinks* there's a problem w/ either of those items (i.e.;...
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A4 Cabriolet (B6 Platform) Discussion
10-02-2010, 07:45 AM
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2
After 8 years' ownership -- sold my Cabriolet
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1,402
Posted By
xaviexavie
Congrats and hope you enjoy your new car. I...
Congrats and hope you enjoy your new car. I still have my 03 and had planned on at least a 10 yr run but we'll see...ditto the transmission and top problems for me. I didn't have as good an...
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