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Yesterday, 05:41 PM
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I haven't pulled any of the ignition coils since...

I haven't pulled any of the ignition coils since I installed the aluminum sleeves. However, when I performed the valve gasket replacement and installed the sleeves, I found no oil in any of the...
04-12-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 119
Posted By A6Gary

Ross-Tech VAG-COM (VCDS) is the best scan...

Ross-Tech VAG-COM (VCDS) is the best scan tool/software.
04-08-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 150
Posted By A6Gary

Besides ECS Tuning and FCP Euro, there are...

Besides ECS Tuning and FCP Euro, there are several additional sites for OEM parts at a discount. Some of the supplies I have used are: www.autohauseaz.com, www.audi.oempartsonline.com, and...
04-07-2024, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 244
Posted By A6Gary

That color of your ATF in the measuring cup is...

That color of your ATF in the measuring cup is about what the color of my old ATF looked like.
04-05-2024, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 244
Posted By A6Gary

Although Audi Ag claims the ATF is lifetime fluid...

Although Audi Ag claims the ATF is lifetime fluid and does not need to be changed, ZF, the manufacturer of the transmissions, recommends changing the ATF every ~80K miles to maintain and extend the...
04-05-2024, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 244
Posted By A6Gary

Transmission AFT Service Recommendations, A6 C6 Quattro

Even though I had no shifting issues, I recently serviced the transmission on my 2006 A6 Avant after 109,254 miles. Through that experience, I have some recommendations to assist my fellow A6 Quattro...
03-27-2024, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 293
Posted By A6Gary

Possibly a plugged or bad fuel filter is causing...

Possibly a plugged or bad fuel filter is causing you the problem.
03-26-2024, 06:59 AM
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Views: 205
Posted By A6Gary

When I performed a carbon cleaning of my '06 A6...

When I performed a carbon cleaning of my '06 A6 Avant 3.2L V6, I removed the lower intake manifolds as well as the injectors, etc. I didn't use the walnut blasting system for carbon removal. But...
03-23-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 389
Posted By A6Gary

Which engine do you have and what is the mileage?...

Which engine do you have and what is the mileage? The misfire(s) could be due to carbon buildup on the intake valves. Also, did you replace all coils only only one that was suspect?
03-20-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 162
Posted By A6Gary

Unless your 2014 Q5 is connected to the internet,...

Unless your 2014 Q5 is connected to the internet, Audi of America can't collect data.
03-20-2024, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 208
Posted By A6Gary

Try your thread on the Southern CA forum for more...

Try your thread on the Southern CA forum for more pertinent responses.
03-19-2024, 08:39 AM
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Views: 240
Posted By A6Gary

When you say "breaking", do you mean the steel...

When you say "breaking", do you mean the steel drive shaft shears apart or the CV joint boot fails? Not clear what is happening.
03-10-2024, 01:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 278
Posted By A6Gary

Have you scanned the car to check for DTCs? If...

Have you scanned the car to check for DTCs? If not, that is the first step you should do when you have a warning light.
02-29-2024, 06:23 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 22,290
Posted By A6Gary

Since one may need to change a flat tire while...

Since one may need to change a flat tire while traveling, every vehicle will have lift points so the driver (or even AAA) can change a tire en-route on each corner location. As kelisco has shown in...
02-27-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 22,290
Posted By A6Gary

Quite stable! Thanks for the show.

Quite stable! Thanks for the show.
02-24-2024, 12:15 PM
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Views: 246
Posted By A6Gary

Maybe, but you should try to sit and drive in the...

Maybe, but you should try to sit and drive in the Q5 to ensure you will fit comfortably in the vehicle.
02-10-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 259
Posted By A6Gary

Which engine do you have?

Which engine do you have?
02-10-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,264
Posted By A6Gary

Not really. I have been performing my oil and...

Not really. I have been performing my oil and filter changes on both my A6 Avant and the Q5 using an extractor for years w/o any issue. Since both of these models have the oil filter on top of the...
02-10-2024, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 314
Posted By A6Gary

Your A6 is not a C6 platform. Try the C5 forum...

Your A6 is not a C6 platform. Try the C5 forum for a 2001 A6.
02-10-2024, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 545
Posted By A6Gary

AFAIK, you can only replace the HPFP. Try one of...

AFAIK, you can only replace the HPFP. Try one of the on-line OEM part suppliers, e.g., www.autohausaz.com, for a replacement.
02-09-2024, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By A6Gary

Enjoy the new ride!

Enjoy the new ride!
02-09-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 22,290
Posted By A6Gary

As shown, this result is what happens when the...

As shown, this result is what happens when the "bean counters" run the company to drive the cost to the lowest Euro denominator rather that the technology experts for the best technical solution at...
02-09-2024, 07:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,358
Posted By A6Gary

You should scan the car to find out what DTCs are...

You should scan the car to find out what DTCs are tripped to diagnose.
02-06-2024, 01:52 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 22,290
Posted By A6Gary

Well, I'll provide you with one clear example on...

Well, I'll provide you with one clear example on how VAG vehicles were designed that results in a expensive repair cost. On the 3.2L V6, VAG engineers designed a two-piece head (cam girdle with the...
02-06-2024, 09:26 AM
Replies: 240
Views: 22,290
Posted By A6Gary

For the best reliability, Japanese vehicles...

For the best reliability, Japanese vehicles historically set the standard for the industry in almost all makes and models. With that being said, European vehicles (Merc, BMW, Audi, VW) historically...
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