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Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
12-22-2011, 03:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,803
Posted By palumbo3284

Unrelated, but similar...I turn the feature off...

Unrelated, but similar...I turn the feature off to fold the mirrors when locking the car in the winter. Too concerned the mirrors will be folded, it will snow/ice over, then start the car and damage...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
12-16-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 33,695
Posted By palumbo3284

I wouldn't worry about it. It is various over...

I wouldn't worry about it. It is various over spray on engine components, left over assembly fluids on engine exterior parts, and general automobile break-in. In less than a week, if not much...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
05-14-2011, 08:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,739
Posted By palumbo3284

If you remove the front plate cover, the euro...

If you remove the front plate cover, the euro style front plate holder as you see in the photo is behind that. Then, it looks like Octwest just put that Audi plate in the euro plate holder. Before...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
05-05-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,970
Posted By palumbo3284

Snow is not typically too bad, but water does...

Snow is not typically too bad, but water does SOMETIMES run down the hatch in the right way when you open it that it gets in the cargo area a little. It really isn't that big of a deal, at least I...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
05-01-2011, 12:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,188
Posted By palumbo3284

Maybe the transmission update for the 2nd to 1st...

Maybe the transmission update for the 2nd to 1st downshift lurch all of us 2.0 owners experience will include this fix as well. :)
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-30-2011, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 10,188
Posted By palumbo3284

Mine does the exact same things...both noise and...

Mine does the exact same things...both noise and lunge forward. My dealer has checked it and said everything was fine. I sort of assumed that the high idle for a few mins on cold start up was like an...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-30-2011, 08:51 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,838
Posted By palumbo3284

I don't think so either. I didn't have the...

I don't think so either. I didn't have the opportunity to drive the 2.0 before I bought mine...at the time, only 3.2s were on the lots of the surrounding dealerships, so I had to take a leap of...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-29-2011, 04:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,091
Posted By palumbo3284

Doing a quick forum search, these were the first...

Doing a quick forum search, these were the first pics I came across. You might have better luck just Googling it to get better pictures. :)
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Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-25-2011, 11:39 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 75,024
Posted By palumbo3284

I heard back from these guys. They have a US...

I heard back from these guys. They have a US distributor. Here is the link to their website directly to the originally discussed product...I'll be ordering one of these later today.
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Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-24-2011, 06:55 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 14,617
Posted By palumbo3284

I completely agree with this...if you go into the...

I completely agree with this...if you go into the BMW USA configurator, once you ADD true leather seats, wood trim, and satin finish roof rails to the X3, you are already over the base Q5 2.0T P+...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-24-2011, 06:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 26,644
Posted By palumbo3284

This has been a heavily discussed topic on the...

This has been a heavily discussed topic on the forum. Most are in agreement that in comparison to other manufacturers as well as previous year Audis, the seats do not get nearly as hot. Some seem...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-24-2011, 06:34 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 75,024
Posted By palumbo3284

I also just found this stainless steel bumper...

I also just found this stainless steel bumper cover on ebay. I personally prefer the look of the other one, but some may like this one better.
...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-24-2011, 06:31 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 75,024
Posted By palumbo3284

I emailed them to inquire about the shipping as I...

I emailed them to inquire about the shipping as I am anxious to purchase as well...I'll report back on estimated costs.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-22-2011, 11:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,155
Posted By palumbo3284

Meguiar's Hot Wheels rim cleaner really works...

Meguiar's Hot Wheels rim cleaner really works nicely on the rims. Cuts the overall hand cleaning time by 60+%. Spray the product on, let it sit for 30 seconds, hose it off, then go in with your rim...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-22-2011, 11:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,758
Posted By palumbo3284

I just used the Cockpit cleaner today for the...

I just used the Cockpit cleaner today for the first time...I concur jim0607. I also used the Audi Leather Care kit (Mfg Part # 4L0096372015)...also euqally as great. The cleaner and leather cream...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-19-2011, 02:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,151
Posted By palumbo3284

Not sure if '10s or '09s do this, but the '11s...

Not sure if '10s or '09s do this, but the '11s will not turn the MMI back on when you start the car if you turn it off by holding the volume down.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-11-2011, 07:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 16,033
Posted By palumbo3284

No, it won't fit in the same spot. The q5...

No, it won't fit in the same spot. The q5 emergency key fits into a fob that is in the glovebox so you can start the car, if needed. Plus, the mechanical key by itself is an awkward shape and would...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-11-2011, 04:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 42,303
Posted By palumbo3284

I completely understand on the seat...you need to...

I completely understand on the seat...you need to do what's right for you. Getting a seat right takes a while, at least for me. I have always been ok with moving the seat around especially with the...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-10-2011, 02:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 42,303
Posted By palumbo3284

You are right on the legroom...it is a little...

You are right on the legroom...it is a little smaller and tighter, but I am 6'3 and can still get folks in the back while I'm driving. Yes, I do need to move my seat up a little, but not so much...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-05-2011, 12:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,453
Posted By palumbo3284

On a semi-related side note...tried some...

On a semi-related side note...tried some Meguiar's Hot Rims All Wheel cleaner yesterday...worked beautifully. Highly recommended. Sprayed on, let sit for 15 seconds, rinsed off, wheels are...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
03-16-2011, 09:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,005
Posted By palumbo3284

I was at my dealer, Knopf Audi in Allentown, PA...

I was at my dealer, Knopf Audi in Allentown, PA yesterday, and they have 4 sitting on the lot. Couldn't believe it.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
03-14-2011, 05:19 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 75,024
Posted By palumbo3284

I did the same thing, and it works well...dog...

I did the same thing, and it works well...dog jumping in and out, boxes, groceries, etc...

I do wish I could have purchased a metal one that matched the aluminum trim and actually went over the...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
02-22-2011, 05:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 19,047
Posted By palumbo3284

+1

+1
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
02-18-2011, 04:38 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 39,764
Posted By palumbo3284

Push and hold down the power knob. Just pushing...

Push and hold down the power knob. Just pushing once simply mutes the speakers. If you hold it down it will go to the default Audi info screen and not back on when you start the car until you hit the...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
02-06-2011, 12:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,586
Posted By palumbo3284

My 2011 Q5 was my first entry into the German car...

My 2011 Q5 was my first entry into the German car manufacturers after years of myself and family being solely Japanese car owners. As many others have mentioned time and time again, I had similar...
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