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Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-01-2019, 07:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,745
Posted By first.octopus

I used both in the past. Can't say which one is...

I used both in the past. Can't say which one is better because it does not rain a whole lot in LA. I just got A/S 3 the second time now. I like them so far. Got them from Costco for around...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-28-2019, 12:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,656
Posted By first.octopus

It came out very easy if you remove both halves...

It came out very easy if you remove both halves at the same time. But I would mark the position of the half attached to the front frame before removing. So you can put it back where it should be. ...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
02-24-2019, 06:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,656
Posted By first.octopus

I got the snub mount replaced in my 08 A6 3.2...

I got the snub mount replaced in my 08 A6 3.2 today. The snub mount came out and back in relatively easy without jacking up the engine. Got the cheap snub mount (made in Germany) from FCP Euro...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-22-2018, 09:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,577
Posted By first.octopus

A/C problem could be a number of things. Try...

A/C problem could be a number of things. Try refill first, it costs about $50. A/C Pro had a few video in youtube which showed how to check and refill refrigerant. I watched them and followed...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-30-2018, 07:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 31,227
Posted By first.octopus

Try this youtube video. ...

Try this youtube video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ofhFw4BSBlY
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-17-2018, 02:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 32,029
Posted By first.octopus

Thanks Raj99

Thanks Raj99
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-17-2018, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 32,029
Posted By first.octopus

Mine is a 3.2. Do you have the location of G40...

Mine is a 3.2. Do you have the location of G40 sensor? Thanks.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-16-2018, 07:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,299
Posted By first.octopus

2 to 3 liters depend on which methods you use. ...

2 to 3 liters depend on which methods you use. Royclark and Raj99 had posted their methods. I used Royclark's method since it did not need to disconnect any hose - less mess in a way. I used 3...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-15-2018, 10:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,299
Posted By first.octopus

202 is the new fluid. It is backward compatible...

202 is the new fluid. It is backward compatible to 11s. 11s is more expensive. I just used 202 to flush the Power Steering last week. It works fine. BTW, Pepboys sold $14 per liter with online...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-27-2018, 10:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,493
Posted By first.octopus

There is a screen in the opening of the PS...

There is a screen in the opening of the PS reservoir. How did they suck the liquid out? Are the screen removable?
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-25-2018, 11:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,005
Posted By first.octopus

Found a video from youtube, it is called "Step by...

Found a video from youtube, it is called "Step by Step A/C ProŽ Instructions". Got a 20 oz can of A/C Pro (with hose and gauge) from Autozone. Following the steps, I confirmed there was very low...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-23-2018, 04:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 32,029
Posted By first.octopus

Where is the G40 Camshaft Position Sensor located?

My 08 A6 is getting a fault code when scanning with VAG. I reset the code when I changed the oil 6 months ago. It came back when I check with VAG last week. I guess I will replace it as a preventive...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-13-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,005
Posted By first.octopus

Troubleshooting AC problem

I got a 2008 A6. The AC stopped working a few months ago. It is getting warm here in southern California. It is time to get it fix. I have read so many posts in this forum regarding to AC issue. I...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-20-2017, 09:27 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 439
Posted By first.octopus

You need to do a VAG-COM scan to troubleshoot the...

You need to do a VAG-COM scan to troubleshoot the issue.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-17-2017, 01:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 490
Posted By first.octopus

Sound like air trapped in the brake line. You...

Sound like air trapped in the brake line. You may need to pressure bleed the brake line to get all the air out.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-13-2017, 01:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,089
Posted By first.octopus

I bought the OEM battery from an audi dealer a...

I bought the OEM battery from an audi dealer a couple months ago. It costs $200. (you need to call around, each dealer cost are different.) Other brands would have cost about the same. Why not...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
07-05-2017, 12:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,910
Posted By first.octopus

I have the same car. I could not remove the...

I have the same car. I could not remove the filter screen when I bled the brakes a couple years ago.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
06-19-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,926
Posted By first.octopus

How old is the battery in the car? The car...

How old is the battery in the car? The car started acting weird when the battery seemed to be fine. The dealer did a battery test and told me it failed load test. BT started not pairing; but...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-25-2017, 06:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,847
Posted By first.octopus

Battery - Load Test failed

Took my 08 A6 Q to replace airbag in the local audi dealer. They do a free inspection for the car. They found load test failure for the Battery. What does that mean? The car starts without any...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-12-2017, 03:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,051
Posted By first.octopus

I was told the cost is about $1200 part and labor...

I was told the cost is about $1200 part and labor in an audi dealer a few years ago. I always put a towel over those buttons when I drink anything in the car.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-08-2017, 12:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,332
Posted By first.octopus

Got a letter from Audi America a few days ago. ...

Got a letter from Audi America a few days ago. They can repair the airbag in my 08 A6 now. Called Audi Dealer, it is scheduled on 5/19.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
05-06-2017, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 458
Posted By first.octopus

I would suggest to get a selling price at Carmax...

I would suggest to get a selling price at Carmax if there is one near you. This will give you an idea the lowest selling price is.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-17-2017, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 835
Posted By first.octopus

I got one of those $40 shield from ebay in the...

I got one of those $40 shield from ebay in the past. BAD experience! It was installed for about a year. It broke apart into two pieces while I was driving on a highway. No way to take out the...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-14-2017, 08:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,448
Posted By first.octopus

when the battery is weak, Vagcom will fail to...

when the battery is weak, Vagcom will fail to communicate to the car. That happened to me a few week ago. After connected a battery charger/maintenancer to the battery management port under the...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-08-2017, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 729
Posted By first.octopus

Your car is same as mine. Just got my front and...

Your car is same as mine. Just got my front and rear pads replaced. They are standard A6 rotors and pads. The front clipers is FNRG60.
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