So... what about Audi?

[Jesda]

Many modern BMWs also require the battery to be "mated" to the PCM by the dealer, otherwise there's the risk of overcharging the battery and disabling the electrical system, at which point a pyrotechnic safety device pops the connectors off of the battery terminal. The purpose of this is to save 1mpg with an alternator clutch that activates only as needed. I don't believe this applies to the current generation Z4 or 1-series, but I'm not entirely sure.

As for the injectors on the Q, if you're doing all of them at once then the whole plenum should come off, but if you're doing just one or two, especially near the front, then it's quick, if not entirely easy, to get in and out in less than an hour. I learned this shortcut right here on the forum.

[Jesda]

I prefer Cadillac's approach to saving fuel with the new ATS and CTS, which is to reduce weight and use lighter high strength materials. Has the added bonus of making driving more fun.

[PEZi]

HiMyNameIsPEZiAndICurrentlyDriveAnAudi

[RicerX]

HiMyNameIsPEZiAndICurrentlyDriveAnAudi

HiPEZiTellMeMoreAboutYourExperience!

[Jesda]

ON A SCALE OF 1 - 10, 10 BEING VERY SATISFIED, HOW WOULD YOU RATE YOUR AUDI EXPERIENCE?

[PEZi]

Overall 7

It's got the old 1.8t... it's gutless. Besides basic maintenance, it hasn't really had any issues. meh

[gwoods]

Here's the important question manual transmission ? Only way I would own an Audi the auto is the most hated part

[RicerX]

Absolutely manual. Without question.

[Bubba1]

Absolutely manual. Without question.

Wise route.

[PEZi]

Yep... 5 speed manual. 150k and still on stock clutch for me.

[nissangirl74]

I can replace injectors in a Q45 in 45 minutes. Plenum off, R&R, plenum on. There is no need to touch the radiator or anything else. There are no secondary electric water pumps or other odds and ends that add additional cost and complexity to normal maintenance.

The idea of you working on a car just blows my mind. I've never seen you with a wrench in your hand. I've never seen you in "work clothes". It just absolutely makes my head asplode.

Anyway, carry on.

[Jesda]

The Sweater Vest Mechanic -- coming to the Hallmark channel!


My preference for odd or complex cars (so why DON'T I own an Audi?) means I'm compelled to scour the web for solutions and dig in on my own.

[Bubba1]

The Sweater Vest Mechanic -- coming to Comedy Central!


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FTFY. Just trying help....