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Replying to: streth (Jan 07, 2006 11:08 pm) Thanks. smithjsd mobilejimbo  yahoo.com
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Replying to: streth (Jan 07, 2006 11:08 pm) Audi part # 4B1-837-063-A LOCK ZYL ------------$121.07 Labor to Install-------------------------------$289.50 Airfreight PART from Germany-------------------$20.00 Fixed the problem but now car has 2 keys, one for the ignition , and the new one for the door. Will only be an issue if the remote key FOB fails. |
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We have had our A6 3.2, Prem + Satellite, for about a month now. No problems yet. Actually, very pleased with the car so far. I am debating if I should take it to dealer for an early oil change, around 600 miles, for about $100. The first Audi scheduled oil change is not due till 6 months or 5000 miles. Any recommendations? This is our first German car. I am actually used to doing oil changes in our garage, for our Suburban and Nissan Maxima. Does any one know if Audi oil change requires special tools or consideration? |
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Replying to: hawk248 (Jan 16, 2006 6:27 pm) We discussed this very question here several weeks back. Basically there seem to be two schools of thought. One being to just follow the Audi scheduled maintenance and get it changed at 5K, 15K, 25K,35K and so on, and the other to change more frequently. I happen to be in the latter camp. Being old school, I believe that it is important to dump the break-in oil long before 5,000 miles. You have little to lose and everything to gain as far as I am concerned. My plan was to change the break-in oil at 1,000 miles, though I ended up a tiny bit past that due to some dealership scheduling issues. My opinion is that if you are planning to keep the car beyond the warranty period, then by all means spend a few extra bucks and get the oil changed more frequently. I will be getting my oil changed at the 5,000 mile interval, and then every 5,000 miles thereafter, notwithstanding the free oil change from Audi every 10,000 miles. It's cheap insurance and peace of mind as far as I am concerned. Especially since so many of the "synthetic" oils on the market today are no longer true synthetics (chemically engineered vs. highly refined organic crude oil) By the way, not all Audi dealerships charge $100 for an oil change; some are at $69.95 and some are at $89.95. On the high end was $140.00, at Beverly Hills Audi -- quite steep, though I will say to their credit you could chose from Castrol Syntec or Mobil One. Call around -- different dealers offer different oils and prices. There is some additional news you may be interested in learning. A number of Audi dealers will soon start using a true, full synthetic oil, specially made to VW's precise 502.00 oil specification for this Audi model. Indeed, the oil was made for VW at VW's specific request. It's made by a big European oil company - TOTAL. The oil name brand is called ELF. Elf and Total enjoy a successful racing car tradition. The product is called Excellium LDX 5W40. It is designed for "vigorous" driving styles and for extended oil drain intervals. Everything I have read and heard suggests that it is a superlative oil, and IMO, far superior to Castrol Syntec, and even conventional Mobil One (only Extended Performance Mobil One is a true, full synthetic). As for doing it yourself, I would suggest that you have the dealer do the first one, and you watch from afar. Changing the oil on this car is a whole different operation than a Japanese car. For starters, a very large plastic shield that protects the oil pan and motor area must be removed in order to gain access to the drain plug. I believe that the oil filter is accessed from above -- not below -- and the filter is a paper element only -- NOT a typical spin-on metal filter used in Japanese cars. Then of course, you know that the car takes about 9 quarts of oil! One more thing: Just in case you or others were not made aware, Audi now requires a very specific grade and weight of oil for the A6; any other oil or grade that does not meet that spec could void the warranty! The specification is known as "VW 502.00". Be sure to double check that that is what's going in your car. Keep all service receipts, proving both the frequency of your oil changes and that you have used approved motor oils and Audi oil filters. |
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Replying to: rappaport (Dec 22, 2005 5:32 pm) Very fishy! Sounds like a total rip-off to me. I would have them take the car to an independent Audi repair shop and have that shop assess what is and is not actually wrong with the car. Any replaced "bad" parts should be tagged and given to you and or Audi of America (AoA) for independent analysis. I would also complain to AoA, and go straight to the top. |
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Replying to: audi_bea (Nov 22, 2005 5:00 pm) I am a bit skeptical as they do not have any details. There is an adapter kit around as of year end for A3 and A4s. |
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Replying to: hawk248 (Jan 16, 2006 6:27 pm) I do take my car in every 5000 miles for oil and a tire rotation. 5 years and 71K miles and I'm still very happy. I may trade in the future -- I've been saying that for a while. One recommendation though. Don't use your car to run short errands. These cars need to come up to full operating temperature every time they are driven. If you run a four mile errand, park the car and drive home you'll have trouble sooner than later. Our family has gone for years to the local family owned oil change place (name escapes me). Once they only put 5 quarts of oil in our Jeep Grand Cherokee (6 quart capacity) but they're local and I let it go. When I asked about the Audi they told me I needed to notify them in advance so they could have the right filter on hand. So, thinking about my 6.3 quart capacity, I decided the dealer was the way to go. Not sure what it costs (don't care) but I'm happy with them. Good luck - you'll like this car.
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Replying to: russ9 (Jan 07, 2006 2:17 pm)
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Just thought I'd log in as one person who has had positive Audi experiences. I'm picking up a 2006 A6 3.2 on a 36mo lease tomorrow. I'm trading a Certified 2001 A6 2.7T 6 speed, which has every available option, and which I bought at 14k. It now has 63k. I worried about reliability at the outset, but I've never had any unscheduled interruption during it's service life. The dealer did 5k oil changes within the warranty. at 34k seepage was noted on the rear main seal, which they replaced and also replaced the clutch and throw out bearing because they had gotten some oil on the plate. After the free 4yr/50k period. The computer signaled I needed an oil change after 7k/12months. As I understand it there is an algorithm that projects the interval based on time, mileage, rpm and temperatures. Oh yes, the pads and rotors needed replacing at 57k, but arguably they should have been replaced at 49.7k when the last in-warranty service was performed. Prior to the A6, I owned a 1999 Audi A4 Avant. I had no problems with that vehicle. It was a 3 year lease return, bought at auction car with 23k, which I drove for a year up to 40k. I purchased a $1,300 full extended warranty (Wynn), which I never needed and got back all but $100 when I traded the car. Generally, I prefer German cars and have historically owned BMW's and Mercedes. I also have a 2001 Porsche Boxster S with 16k--the protected child--and a 2002 Mercury Mountaineer--a more maintenance thirsty vehicle. That's my two cents. |
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2001A6T: let me count the ways: AM radio failure 2,000 miles, cracked radiator fluid overflow container (sits right on top of manifold...all fluid on garage floor) 3,500 miles, windows spontaneously rolling down (3,000-6,000), multiple (6-8) Airbag, check engine lights (all mileages), sunroof failure open position! (11,000) during our Sierra winter, and finally, still in warranty, Turbo Crash/leak!!(40,000). Since we live in the High country in Yosemite California, nearest dealer Sacramento or Pleasanton...each 280 miles round trip...all but two of the above required going down, getting diagnosed, getting told "no parts"...once I made them scavenge from another new A-6 I was so mad, and going home, coming back...so each of the about 8 things was a 500 mile experience...the turbo was that, plus a ten day in-dealer imprisonment. Now, when the car was purchased, it stood out on Car and Driver's cover as #1...the first time it took out BMW 5, Volvo and I believe, a Lexus. Now, go look at Consumer's Report Auto edition...2001 A6T is listed under the hated category "Avoid" in used cars...right there with most Jeeps, Volkswagen and a couple others. I was so glad this was a lease...I admit, it was the BEST road car I have ever owned, super in snow, and before Audi I had the '97 BMW 5...the Audi was quiet, luxurious, got great gas mileage and I grew to love the lines...but much like beautiful women can fool you, this car absolutely turned on me, over and over, and I am so glad the turbo went out on warranty ($5,000..not on it). OH...changing the engine air filter takes 3/4 hour and expertise. Finally, the extended oil-lube-filter schedule is a sham, concocted not because "our engines have lots of oil and also have closer tolerances" but to save Audi money. I looked into an extended warranty at the 48 month lease-end, and gee whiz, it was $3,000...and at the end I would OWN a SEVEN year old Audi, that no longer could have ANY warranty. I must sadly depart these pages and resume my loyalty to Nissan. I tried, but the Germans need to learn basic electricity, not to put plastic over hot metal, and to make air filters slide in and out in a minute. I know now the reason there are no computers made in Germany, and after all, we did beat them in two wars...so what did I do?, I become a Japanese car owner again. Hyundai anyone? 100,000 miles and 10 year warranty...all checkmarks 2006 Consumer Reports for last three years reliability. I will miss these forums, but will check back to see how the 06 folks are doing and if the dealers, parts, call backs and electricity problems have gotten better. Sayonara...John B from Yosemite Valley
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