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Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-05-2024, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 191
Posted By TSHong

My local dealer, Jim Ellis said the same thing...

My local dealer, Jim Ellis said the same thing about the time line but they got it to me in about 2 1/2 weeks. If I remember you might be able buy just a new diaphragm. Unfortunately in my situation,...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-03-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 228
Posted By TSHong

A bumper cover and hood for 2007-2010 for USA...

A bumper cover and hood for 2007-2010 for USA models should all be the same. There are differences in the grill as far as appearance, horizontal vs vertical grill and colors, but they will all fit.
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Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 308
Posted By TSHong

The trunk motor, if you have the medal bodied...

The trunk motor, if you have the medal bodied version.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-09-2024, 02:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,516
Posted By TSHong

You are correct, especially the charging profile....

You are correct, especially the charging profile. I think our battery management is kind of overrated on how much it effects the battery life. I'm sure it charges less with a new battery vs an older...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-09-2024, 12:15 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,516
Posted By TSHong

I replaced my battery back on 3/7/2018 with a...

I replaced my battery back on 3/7/2018 with a Duralast platinum H9 AGM battery. Coded it the +1 method and still going strong. Now that I've put it out there, it will probably die tomorrow, Just one...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-07-2024, 03:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 414
Posted By TSHong

Parts availability, or lack there of will force...

Parts availability, or lack there of will force me to replace my W12.. If I didn't have parts anxiety, I would drive her for years to come. My recent wiper motor experience has moved me into...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-02-2024, 03:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 28,216
Posted By TSHong

It is great to hear this thread is still helping...

It is great to hear this thread is still helping people.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
02-03-2024, 02:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 321
Posted By TSHong

I still like driving may car as a DD but this is...

I still like driving may car as a DD but this is why I'm starting investigate my next car. I had a hose that has some scaling so I replaced it on my timeline. $700+ for a wiper motor and I'm glad I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-23-2024, 03:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 160
Posted By TSHong

Wiper Transmission giveaway

If anyone needs a working wiper transmission, I have two. I replaced my wiper motor last year about his time with a used one. I worked for a while and was a little noisy. It finally froze up back in...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
01-16-2024, 03:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 510
Posted By TSHong

It could be your valve block, which is located in...

It could be your valve block, which is located in the L/F wheel area. I've research this because this has happened to me as well. Some have said that if there is enough moisture in the airlines, it...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-23-2023, 04:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 887
Posted By TSHong

Even with that voltage, you should be able to...

Even with that voltage, you should be able to communicate with via obdII following the instructions. Your alternator recharges your battery and supplies electricity to your after the car has started...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
12-22-2023, 09:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 887
Posted By TSHong

Sounds like your steering lock cylinder is still...

Sounds like your steering lock cylinder is still engaged so your modules are not powering up. You will need to check your start authorization to see if you have a code. If you have a steering lock...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-30-2023, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 379
Posted By TSHong

Although Bosch now makes them to fit our cars,...

Although Bosch now makes them to fit our cars, they don't work well. They fit on the arms correctly but they leave about a 2x4 inch patch that doesn't clean on the downward swipe. I could just have a...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-20-2023, 02:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 579
Posted By TSHong

I was not aware that you could do an immobilizer...

I was not aware that you could do an immobilizer delete? The hi beams, brake on, hazard is safe. It allows you to communicate with your system without the ignition being on. Do the procedure and if...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
11-20-2023, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 232
Posted By TSHong

1: There are a lot of us here running 20 inch...

1: There are a lot of us here running 20 inch wheels, I have been running 275/35R20 for a decade on my D3s.

2: You should not run different size tires with our quattro system. You will eventually...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-03-2023, 09:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,637
Posted By TSHong

I don't remember using the parking lights. I just...

I don't remember using the parking lights. I just did the hazard, depress brake, and hold high beam to wake up the bus. I had an intermittent wiring issue and had to use it a dozen times until I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
10-02-2023, 06:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,637
Posted By TSHong

So the hazard, bright light, and brake pedal wont...

So the hazard, bright light, and brake pedal wont allow you to communicate with OBD?
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
09-29-2023, 01:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,637
Posted By TSHong

Unfortunately I found out the hard way and while...

Unfortunately I found out the hard way and while the tow truck was trying to unlock the shift lever, I got it unlocked and started.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
09-28-2023, 07:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,637
Posted By TSHong

Sounds like your steering column lock cylinder is...

Sounds like your steering column lock cylinder is still engage so your modules are not powering up.Try this procedure to unlock this. I've had this happen to me and used VCDS to solve it.If I...
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
09-25-2023, 01:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 752
Posted By TSHong

The only thing I can think that your list...

The only thing I can think that your list excluded is the updated metal bodied trunk motor.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
09-20-2023, 06:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By TSHong

There is no way to "re-calibrate" your tpms...

There is no way to "re-calibrate" your tpms sensor. How do you know that it's off and not your gauge.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
08-13-2023, 12:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 662
Posted By TSHong

The problem is the load carrying capacity. All...

The problem is the load carrying capacity. All the approved hires are 99 to 100 in load index while the 235/45R19 only has a 95 load index. The smaller tires cannot carry the weight of our vehicles.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
06-03-2023, 12:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,457
Posted By TSHong

Welcome back Paul. I'm sure you will get her back...

Welcome back Paul. I'm sure you will get her back into shape. Congrats.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
04-12-2023, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 15,766
Posted By TSHong

I would say no.

I would say no.
Forum: A8 / S8 (D3 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2023, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 448
Posted By TSHong

Thanks for the compliment. Funny you mention no...

Thanks for the compliment. Funny you mention no check engine light. I have been battling the dreaded SAI incorrect flow code for years now. The latest procedure was cleaning my bank 2 MAF sensor, and...
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