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2007 Audi A3 2.0L MIL Lamp on, Low boost VIN: WAUHF78P37
Hello to all, when this car is cold we will get boost after a short drive turbo data stops boosting. The boost valve is working, N75, also we did find a torn diaphragm on the N249 valve that is common problem. Replaced with updated valve, it was better aft... Trouble codes: P0299 (Low boost)
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2013 Audi A4 Quattro 2.0L Mechanical VIN: WAUBFAFL8D
Hello Audi Techs, We have a loud knock and it sounds like it's on the top end of the engine around number 3 & 4 cylinders. It's not a rod, it's definitely in the valve train area. My question is has anyone seen this issue before with this engine? We have h...
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1975 Mercedes-Benz 450SL 4.5L hard start VIN: 1070441202
The car takes a few tries to get running, but once it is running, it runs fine. If you shut it off and try to start it withing about 10 seconds it will fire back up just fine. I'm thinking the fuel is draining back. Also when it is shut off, the fuel accum...
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1992 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 5.0L Hesitation, MIL Lamp on VIN: WDBFA66E7N
Hello, I am struggling with this 1992 Mercedes SL500, The vehicle drives well but lacks power on acceleration, the check engine light comes on and has only 1 code (17) for the oxygen sensor, I have replaced the oxygen sensor twice, the last time with a OE sens... Trouble codes: 17 (oxygen sensor)
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1999 Porsche Boxster 2.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: WP0CA2983X
Seeking some knowledge on this Boxster. Check engine light will return after 40 or so miles of driving. code p1123 / p1125 codes will return. smoke checked the intake and crankcase. we found the spark plug tubes leaking. replaced the tubes. resmoked intake sys... Trouble codes: P1123, P1123
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1997 Volkswagen EuroVan Camper 2.8L 1st gear VIN: WV2EH8709V
We knew this would be a nightmare when we took it in. Very well maintained vehicle. The transmission shifted fine with no signs of a problem or slipping and then lost first gear suddenly one day. We checked the control module and then removed the transmiss...
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2000 Audi TT 1.8L Windows and door locks VIN: TRUTC28N3Y
We finally got this puppy open . Slapped the outside of the door and evidently tripped the microswitch. The door locks opened. Now to take door panel apart and check it out. Thank you guys.
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2002 BMW 525i 2.5L MIL Lamp on VIN: WBADT434X2
ok - after replacing the vacuum solenoid , I ran it a couple of times cold to verify that is working and set secondary air monitor again . from morning cold it takes alittle bit - about 20-30 seconds for the 02 sensors to respond to air injection. and 2 hour s... Trouble codes: F5 (Secondary air system air flow too low bank 1.), F6 (Secondary air system air flow too low bank 2.).
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2012 Porsche Cayenne 3.6L Hesitation, Misfire VIN: WP1AA2A26C
Thanks for the replies. Advised customer to let us try a carbon clean. Customer still has yet to return.
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2004 Volvo XC90 2.5T 2.5L Driver's window, sideview mirror and doorlock VIN: YV1CZ59H94
Thanks everyone for your quick response. I did go ahead and expose the wiring loom that goes through the door jamb and found no worn wires. To be sure I had good ground and power to the DDM, I hooked-up direct power and ground to the DDM, but there was no diff...
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2008 Volvo S40 2.4i 2.4L Timing Belt Tensioner VIN: YV1MS39048
Procedure is very straight forward, at 68 deg. F. rotate pointer to center of window and tighten. Use the new bolt required with the new tensioner, this was not included in the kit. At more extreme temps, rotate tensioner to left side of window @ -5 deg. F. an...
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