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Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
Today, 12:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By A6Gary

Without service records, your assume nothing has...

Without service records, your assume nothing has not been maintained, so you should start with the usual maintenance items, e.g, spark plugs, air filter, PVC, brake fluid change, BK44 fuel treatment,...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
Today, 12:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By A6Gary

Mileage on your 2.0L TFSI engine? Service...

Mileage on your 2.0L TFSI engine? Service history for these items?
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
Yesterday, 11:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 64
Posted By A6Gary

That error is most likely a defect in the engine...

That error is most likely a defect in the engine control module (ECM). I had that error in my 2006 A6 Avant. After checking everything in the LDS, I determined that is was the ECM, which I replaced...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
Yesterday, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 239
Posted By A6Gary

No, locking the camshafts with the tool is a...

No, locking the camshafts with the tool is a static indication, which doesn't indicate the chain tensioner extension.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-30-2024, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 327
Posted By A6Gary

I had the dealer provide a dipstick when we...

I had the dealer provide a dipstick when we purchase the Q5 new. The plug was thrown away, so only the dipstick is installed.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-28-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 199
Posted By A6Gary

It all depends on how the previous owner...

It all depends on how the previous owner maintained that car, e.g. frequency of oil/filter changes, type of oil used, etc. If the oil was change in at least half of what Audi recommends, that engine...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-28-2024, 10:43 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 11,892
Posted By A6Gary

This video illustrates what Audi AG and VW AG...

This video illustrates what Audi AG and VW AG should be doing for the owners of their 2.0 TFSI engines thru MY 2015, especially for such expensive vehicles.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-26-2024, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 99
Posted By A6Gary

Your 2022 SQ5 is the newer Mark II platform. You...

Your 2022 SQ5 is the newer Mark II platform. You should post on that forum for more pertinent responses.
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-26-2024, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 169
Posted By A6Gary

That bottom part of the mirror is the plastic...

That bottom part of the mirror is the plastic complete mirror housing. If you have the memory package and folding mirrors, the left side is P/N 8R1-857-409-L-01C...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-26-2024, 09:18 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 122
Posted By A6Gary

How many miles on that engine? What is the basis...

How many miles on that engine? What is the basis for your mechanic's opinion? What are the camshaft angle readings? There isn't sufficient information to conclude whether your engine done or not.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-25-2024, 05:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 36,546
Posted By A6Gary

Maybe. Since the A6 C6 was not imported by A of...

Maybe. Since the A6 C6 was not imported by A of A, are you in the EU or some other place?
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
04-22-2024, 10:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 96
Posted By A6Gary

You post your question on the regional forum for...

You post your question on the regional forum for the Texas to received most relevant recommendations for Houston.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-19-2024, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 193
Posted By A6Gary

Assuming your Avant is a A6 C6, I have used the...

Assuming your Avant is a A6 C6, I have used the SKF bearings for a replacement on the front. Audi parts are not made specifically by Audi Ag, so probably SKF makes the bearing for them as an OEM...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-17-2024, 05:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,486
Posted By A6Gary

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...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-12-2024, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By A6Gary

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

Ross-Tech VAG-COM (VCDS) is the best scan tool/software.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-08-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 270
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...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-07-2024, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 268
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.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-05-2024, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 268
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...
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
04-05-2024, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 268
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...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
03-27-2024, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 335
Posted By A6Gary

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

Possibly a plugged or bad fuel filter is causing you the problem.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-26-2024, 06:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 252
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...
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
03-23-2024, 07:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
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?
Forum: Q5/SQ5 MKI (8R) Discussion
03-20-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 169
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.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-20-2024, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 222
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.
Forum: A6 / S6 (C6 Platform) Discussion
03-19-2024, 08:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 261
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.
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