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#387 of 413 Re: Maintanence Issues 03 allroad [hils3] by chipdaly Jan 12, 2009 (4:58 pm)
Replying to: hils3 (Jan 12, 2009 2:07 pm) I just sold an Allroad 02 with about 100k. Had to replace: front air shocks ($1,800), timing belt at 85k ($1,500), the transmission control module ($1,650), and a few other things. Good Luck!
#388 of 413 Re: Chipping and gas milage [markcincinnati] by fueledpassion Jan 25, 2009 (9:31 am)
Replying to: markcincinnati (Apr 28, 2004 5:45 am) Dude,   "15. Don't "warm up" the engine for more than 30 seconds EVER "   DO NOT EVER start driving before 1 minute for NA cars DO NOT EVER start driving before 2 to 3 minute for turbo / supercharged cars   2001 Audi allroad 2.7 BI turbo "chipped" (reflashed ECU) = 80 HP 110 TQ, same driving style 4 to 5 miles MORE per gallon...   I drive to my girlfriends school on a weekly basis i use the same gas station every time. before chip i fill up going up then fill up when im back... now with it "chipped" i have 130 miles left to go. so i went from 330 miles PER TANK to 470 MILES PER TANK... and 98% of the drive in on cruise control at ~70/72 MPH   As for my sparkplugs, i noticed that at first they were a little rich, thats because more fuel more air. after about 100 miles they were the same as before the reflash. shows the computer had to "learn"... O2 sensors were replaced about 3000 miles before i reflashed it, at the same time i checked over hoses and vacuum leaks. Everything was the same.   so yes... the "chip" helps your MPG after your heavy foot becomes a feather again.   "10. Use the premium platinum 4 tip spark plugs that are designed for your car "   NOT recommended, depending on the car you might have a car with Coil On Plug, or Distributer. with coil on plug i would make sure you get the right temperature plug not if it has more cool looking electrodes. cars with distributers should do the most research, you need to consider things like; can your car electrical output the right volts. can your distributor module handle the extra watts will your ECU correct the timing and wattage needed for these plugs.   if your car cant output the right volts then its worse on your ecc.   if you want good economy; replace your fuel filter around 40k miles get a k&n air filter and clean it ever other oil change get the right sparkplugs (check forum on your model to see what gets best reviews) use heat wrap on your intake and headers (hot air = worse air/fuel mix = poor ignition) replace O2 sensors every 60k miles use recommended oil for your car and current claimants replace any leaky oil seals (leak = compression/emissions loss = poor economy) keep your car clean, clean = less wind drag inflate your tires 2 to 3 psi less then max (when you drive you will gain up to 5 psi depending on tire temp, keep it a little lower because if you curb your tire or hit a big pot hole you chance deforming the tire)   These are the basics to get better economy   if you want to get even better economy and better performance then...   Cold air intake kit with thermal wrap and isolator box get headers and use heat wrap on them relocate the catalytic converter downstream or under the chassis (some cars are like this some have it right by the firewall) get high flow downpipes high flow catalytic convertor figh flow exhaust upgrade your ignition system or ECU or BOTH depending on your make and model (older cars with distributers and ECU (94ish to 99ish) do both) upgrade your fuel pump for 10 to 20 % more power replace injectors with = or > oem (turbo people google it NA people don’t go over 20 to 50 cc over stock) upgrade your fuel pressure regulator get larger wheels and lower profile tires remove all aftermarket body kits and wings get a wideband air fuel ratio gauge ( and for those who really want to get into it message me)
#389 of 413 allroad Haunted? by Fronz Jan 27, 2009 (8:56 am)
Hi, Just bought a 2002 allroad with 50k miles on it. We have discovered a few issues that hopefully someone on this forum can help us with.   1) Front heated seats way too hot. Can't even set over a 2 on the dial. Looks like a burn has occured through the lower section of the seat back. Any advise?   2) Air suspension works but it does take 30sec - 2 minutes to adujust. It does however seem to hold. Is this normal?   3) Sometimes when I back up for a good distance, a noise like a compressor comes on. It stays on for 15-30 seconds even after I stop the car. Any ideas?   Is my car haunted?   Any help would be very much appreciated?   Tks, Wally Replies to this message: fueledpassion (Jan 27, 2009 12:40 pm)
#390 of 413 Re: allroad Haunted? [Fronz] by fueledpassion Jan 27, 2009 (12:40 pm)
Replying to: Fronz (Jan 27, 2009 8:56 am) As for the Air ride, it should take around that time. lowest to highest 2 mins and 40 some sec.   The compressor is located behind the driver side rear wheel, it will come on to maintain your current ride hight. From my understanding when you unlock the car it should lower it self for easy of entry, and when you start the car it will turn on to bring it back to your settings.   As for the seats.... i would take that down to audi. Sounds like the switch and or relay might be bad. I know my site on 3 will keep me warm, and on 6 its hot hot, but not to the point i want to ice my butt. And if the seat plastic is melting then you really know you have a problem, could be a short and or a ground problem.   (sorry for any typeos on a iphone)
#391 of 413 door panel removal by garthie Mar 24, 2009 (7:46 am)
hi, can anyone tell me how to remove the drivers side door panel, I slipped and broke the speaker cover and have a new one but can't figure out how to replace it.
#392 of 413 rusty allroad doors by pedro22 Mar 27, 2009 (8:50 am)
My (2005) allroad has rotten doors at the alloy strips ,as just out of warranty AUDI are not interested. Has anyone else got this problem ,Iwould suggest checking all ALLROADS for rust before your 3 year warranty lapses .I ve been told these cars are delivered to the dealers with celephane on the alloy strips , it is removed with a stanley blade when being prepared for the showroom . Replies to this message: mharwood (Mar 27, 2009 11:18 am) pedro22 (Mar 30, 2009 12:14 pm)
#393 of 413 Re: rusty allroad doors [pedro22] by mharwood Mar 27, 2009 (11:18 am)
Replying to: pedro22 (Mar 27, 2009 8:50 am) Are the doors themselves rusty or is it the aluminum corroding? If the steel doors are rusting, Audis have a 10-year rust through warranty because the bodies are galvanized, so if your dealer is turning you away, find another one or call AoA.   If the aluminum trim is rusting, you can find replacements by looking on popular Audi sites and/or auction sites. You can also fit trim from regular A6 Audis on there, though it's not the brushed aluminum. It'll have to be painted to match the car. You can also try cleaning it up with some steel wool and brushing with the grain. You'll probably have to brush the entire piece for a uniform look, but brushed aluminum is not bad looking. Replies to this message: pedro22 (Mar 30, 2009 12:14 pm)
#394 of 413 Re: rusty allroad doors [mharwood] by pedro22 Mar 30, 2009 (12:14 pm)
Replying to: mharwood (Mar 27, 2009 11:18 am) The doors are bubbled up above the alloy deep into the steel , the AUDI warranty is full of get outs ie it must rust from the inside out , or it is caused by external influence ,eg weather rain etc so I suspect nobody has ever been able to make a warranty claim for premature corrossion , audi say I have to pay for an "independant paint inspection " but they will only use their approved inspectors so I am wasting my time and money ,any ideas tht don`t include petrol and matches.
#395 of 413 pedro 22 by pedro22 Mar 30, 2009 (12:28 pm)
Anyone ever got audi to stand by their perforation warranty or were you fobbed off with small print like me ,the alloy strips are causing the doors to rust through , if enough people report this we may get somthing done unhappy allrust owner.
#396 of 413 how to chose a good one by priestess May 25, 2009 (6:08 am)
Hi, Im just about to buy used audi allroad 2002. this one It has about 100k and is said to be in good condition but i'd like to find out what are the most frequent problems which i'd be able to check. I've read some owners who say the transmission in used audi needed maintanence and i'm affraid of this problem as the rapair is rather expensive one. Is there a way to chceck its condition? Replies to this message: augustom (May 25, 2009 7:48 am) rdchris (Oct 08, 2009 10:49 am)

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