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Replying to: marleybarr (Dec 03, 2005 11:30 am) My alternator failed again for the second time in just over one year. In fact, it was just two days after the one year warranty period! The dealer replaced the first alternator with a rebuilt Bosch unit and charged almost $1500 to replace it last year, which my warranty company paid minus the deductible. This year, I had another repair shop do it for about $500. The mechanic explained that the alternator had frozen up and was dirty and probably damaged from road water, salt and other contaminents. So, my advice from this experience is to keep the belly pan. It pays to price shop, even the dealer. I got two different quotes at different times from the same dealer. Ebay and some Audi parts companies may have it for less. |
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Replying to: dbwb (Nov 22, 2005 11:58 am) - The original owner pointed out that the check engine light is on and has been on for some time. He told me that the dealer couldn't find any problem with the car (and it runs fine with no warning messages), but that it would cost a bundle to reset the sensors and get the light reset. Should I pay it for the peace of mind? - The car seems to be in perfect working order. Should I take it to a mechanic for a thourough inspection? Should it be an Audi dealership? - Do you really put premium gas in it? - Any helpful hints generally? Thanks for your help. Best, Richard |
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Replying to: rpatch (Dec 06, 2005 7:24 am) I follow the service recommendations except that I get the oil changed at 5000 miles and the tires rotated at the same time. This has been a worthwhile investment in my opinion. Sometime ago there was a lengthy dialogue on this site regarding the merit of frequent oil changes. My view is the 10,000 recommendation is a compromise between Audi engineering, the marketing people who wanted to offer free maintenance during the warranty period, and the budget realists. I also always use premium. The car has done well. Nearly five years and right at 70,000 miles. No mechanical problems. I did have a starting problem which turned out to be an intermittent electrical problem with a sensor somewhere. I also had a cracked window rail which made the window impossible to close electrically - it needed a push. I'm in the market for a new car but this is too much fun. Good luck.
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Replying to: kirby2010 (Dec 06, 2005 6:38 pm) I called my nearest Audi service center and asked them for recommendations for any necessary service and to help me get on a routine schedule. I am hoping that if I take care of the little problems and service it regularly, it will stay in good shape. It is obviously fun and educational for me to chat about the car, so please let me know if you have any other thoughts. Best, Richard |
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Replying to: brownbe2 (Dec 01, 2005 6:20 pm)  Good Luck
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My drivers window is stopping part way, then retracting then up some more, then retracting, then after some work up all the way. What is the problem - Motor, regulator or switch? This is only the second real problem I have had with the car in 30K miles and I bought it used at 45K miles. Love the car but won't use dealer due to $$$$$. I use Universal Imports as they are much easier to deal with and they are a little less than dealer prices. With winter in Rochester, this is an important issue. Thanks John
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Replying to: john56 (Dec 10, 2005 2:05 am) The last visit the service writer suggested it was a safety feature! Nice, for a 45K car. Since my lease is up shortly, I will not get to follow this saga any longer.
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Replying to: rpatch (Dec 06, 2005 7:24 am) There is a reason for the "check engine" light, it should be investigated. The car does seem to run better on Premium and the engine is designed for 92+ octane. As far as the Audi dealer inspecting the car, your post sounds like you have already purchased the vehicle. I would havew the oil changed immediately and monitor all fluid levels weekly when filling w/fuel. For service, I have used local independent mechanics and the dealer, depending on the problem with the car and the warranty status of the issue. Usually, a good local mechanic that knows the Audi will charge less than the dealer with his sky-high overhead situation. Whatever you do, do NOT ever bring your Audi under any circumstances to a 10-minute oil change place, they don't understand your car, (or any car, IMHO) and you will be sorry. I would change to 0w-40 full synthetic oil, noticed a big difference in winter starts and takeoff. |
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Replying to: hannab (Dec 10, 2005 4:42 am) I have had pretty good luck. 30K miles this year and only repair work was frozen caliper. Pricey fix at about $600 for new caliper and brake job. Anyway, things are back to running correctly and I am happy. John |
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Hi all, Bought a used 2003 A6 2.7T from a dealer about 3 weeks ago, the car is great, but I am experiencing a few problems, any help advice would be appreciated. 1. There is a vibration between 45mph and above, seems like wheel balancing, could it be something else? 2. the horn does not work, however the panic mode does sound off, and do does the wimpy one in the back when you alarm the car 3. A warning light went on, this was for the auto leveling headlights, but it went on only once, and now does not comeback, so is everything ok then? Any ideas if the above items are covered by warranty? I have the Certified upto 100k warranty, the car has 52k miles on it right now. Thanks
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