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CV/Transmission Knocks by jetrcmsp
Apr 19, 2008 (8:34 am)
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Any one have experience with the above problem.
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Real time traffic info on A8 ?? by madrad
May 02, 2008 (3:16 pm)
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Does anybody have any info as to when Audi A8 might have real time traffic info, as is available from NavTeq and others?
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A8 will not start by harbo
May 05, 2008 (7:57 pm)
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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 !!
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A8 Audi Brakes by michmport
Jun 10, 2008 (5:56 pm)
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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.
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A8L Brakes by michmport
Jun 10, 2008 (7:01 pm)
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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.
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A8L Brakes by harbo
Jun 10, 2008 (7:27 pm)
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At 50,000 we replaced the pads ...... warranty. The rotors were fine.
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Re: A8L Brakes [michmport] by ayyate
Jun 11, 2008 (11:56 am)
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Replying to: michmport (Jun 10, 2008 7:01 pm)

To your first question, I say absolutely no. To the statement of the mechanic, I say not true. This sounds excessive, depending on the type of driving you do. Rotors can be measured for thickness, and if they are not worn extensively or warped (which can normally be felt through the brake pedal), they should be fine. In the event of warping, which is usually caused by overheating, they can be "turned" on a lathe once and driven further. Turning does, however, remove some metal which does hasten the wear factor and reduce the ability to disperse heat somewhat. So, if absolute optimum braking effectiveness is not a major concern, have them measured by a technician you trust and possibly save a few hundred dollars. At least for awhile.
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Press Request by KarenS HOST
Jun 18, 2008 (12:06 pm)
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A reporter from a large finance magazine is looking to speak to consumers who just purchased a new Audi A8. If you’re interested in speaking to the reporter, please contact Chintan Talati at ctalati edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than June 23, 2008.
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Re: Press Request [KarenS] by harbo
Jun 18, 2008 (2:15 pm)
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Replying to: KarenS (Jun 18, 2008 12:06 pm)

Hi Karen, What is the website (or) e-mail to make the contact?
Thanks ...... a happy A8L owner.
 
Chs slvrfxcox.net

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