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#1396 of 1466 Re: Extended Warranty - 2004 A8L [dr_j_boston] by michmport Mar 08, 2008 (4:23 pm)
Replying to: dr_j_boston (Feb 12, 2008 8:51 pm) Yes I purchased the warranty - $3800. One of the mechanics convinced me we he said althought the trans rarely goes out on one of these - it would be $10,000 or more to replace the parts plus the labor cost. I didn't ask about the engine that was enough for me.   Mike
#1397 of 1466 2004 A8L Ignition by michmport Mar 08, 2008 (4:29 pm)
I have a 2004 A8L and sometimes it does not turnover (start) on the first turn of the key. When I take the key out and start it again - it starts right up.   Dealer has changed out the ignition $400. But it is still happening. Dealer was only able to believe that it was happening because it happened to them while they had the car. Otherwise it was not showing up on the diagnostic.   Any advice before I take it back to them.   Also, My rear vanity mirror won't stay closed. Dealer says $300 to replace the vanity component - does anyone have a less expensive fix.   Also - does anyone have a good mechanic in the chicago Illinois area.   Would welcome any help.   mike in chicago Replies to this message: ayyate (Mar 09, 2008 2:52 pm)
#1398 of 1466 Re: 2004 A8L Ignition [michmport] by ayyate Mar 09, 2008 (2:52 pm)
Replying to: michmport (Mar 08, 2008 4:29 pm) I have had the same situation with the ignition key on my last two A8's (1999 & 2005). If my engine does not start on the first attempt, I have to remove the key and reinsert. This has been the case since they were new. I have been told, and since it has been the same on two cars now, I believe that this is designed into the car. Perhaps a theft deterrent? The fact that the technician did not think of it somehow does not surprise me.   As for your second and third questions, I can only offer sympathy. These days, repairs to something like a vanity mirror probably means a complete replacement. On my wife's Audi, for example, a small tear on the front of a radio knob resulted in a complete replacement of the radio, CD, tape player assembly.   When looking for a good repair facility, ask if they have a technician specifically factory trained on the A8.   Good luck.
#1399 of 1466 Starting A8L by harbo Mar 09, 2008 (7:56 pm)
Same issue here. Solution appears to be as you say, Pull out key and start over. Dealer indicates if it happens regularly, they will reprogram or replace. As long as I have been aware of the situation, the A8 has never failed on the 2nd attempt.   I am running Michelin PS Pilot Sport A/S 255/40 ZR 19 96Y which have a cyclical vibration that can be felt (seat of pants) as well as heard on smooth asphalt. Anyone else with this tire issue ?? Initially I felt it must be an axle bearing or universal joint because of the cylical nature of the vibration. Not tires or wheels out of balance or out of round. Upon switching rims / tires etc on different A8's and my own, it appears as though the tires are the culprit. Anyone else have this issue with this particular Michelin (or) other tires ??   Thx ........ Harbo
#1400 of 1466 CV/Transmission Knocks by jetrcmsp Apr 19, 2008 (8:34 am)
Any one have experience with the above problem.
#1401 of 1466 Real time traffic info on A8 ?? by madrad May 02, 2008 (3:16 pm)
Does anybody have any info as to when Audi A8 might have real time traffic info, as is available from NavTeq and others?
#1402 of 1466 A8 will not start by harbo May 05, 2008 (7:57 pm)
Previous no start issue was solved by pulling the key, reinsert and after one or two try's it would fire up. Now it is completely dead. Battery is fully charged. Radio, trunk, lights work. Nothing to the starter. Audi roadside assistance could not get the vehicle out of park and into nuetral to pull it out of my garage. HELP !! Replies to this message: rrud (Aug 17, 2009 9:21 am) harbo (Aug 17, 2009 7:01 pm)
#1404 of 1466 A8 Audi Brakes by michmport Jun 10, 2008 (5:56 pm)
Has it been everyone's experience to always change the rotors whenever changing the pads during the brake maintenance on the A8   Mechanic is suggesting that when the "brake pad" light comes on the rotors are already probably damaged. So, they usually replace them at the same time.   I would think the warning light would warn you well in advance of impending damage. any advice would help with my discussion with the mechanic.
#1405 of 1466 A8L Brakes by michmport Jun 10, 2008 (7:01 pm)
Has it been everyone's experience to always change the rotors whenever changing the pads during the brake maintenance on the A8    Mechanic is suggesting that when the "brake pad" light comes on the rotors are already probably damaged. So, they usually replace them at the same time.    I would think the warning light would warn you well in advance of impending damage. any advice would help with my discussion with the mechanic. Replies to this message: ayyate (Jun 11, 2008 11:56 am)

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