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by thesyn
Sun Jan 16, 2011 12:43 am
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Potential new S4 owner...
Replies: 28
Views: 4958

RE: Potential new S4 owner...

Basicaly this is not a jap car, things do go wrong! I have had my auto or 18 months and have replaced an aux rad and a coil pack, am thinking about sorting out a parking sensor. If you are used to a turbo kick perhaps it will not feel quick but it is, just watch cars diminish in the mirror. The V8 i...
by thesyn
Sun Jan 16, 2011 12:42 am
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Potential new S4 owner...
Replies: 28
Views: 4958

RE: Potential new S4 owner...

Basicaly this is not a jap car, things do go wrong! I have had my auto or 18 months and have replaced an aux rad and a coil pack, am thinking about sorting out a parking sensor. If you are used to a turbo kick perhaps it will not feel quick but it is, just watch cars diminish in the mirror. The V8 i...
by thesyn
Wed Apr 28, 2010 10:00 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: ABS / Traction control lights
Replies: 12
Views: 2528

Where is the brake switch located? for future reference.
by thesyn
Fri Mar 26, 2010 5:40 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Ignition Coils
Replies: 19
Views: 3134

Thanks for that Ben :thumbs:
by thesyn
Fri Mar 26, 2010 5:40 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Ignition Coils
Replies: 19
Views: 3134

Thanks for that Ben :thumbs:
by thesyn
Tue Mar 23, 2010 5:37 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Ignition Coils
Replies: 19
Views: 3134

RE: Done it

I had the same thing happen on Sunday evening, suddenly running rough and the engine light on. I needed the car running today so I went to a local independent.Had one coil pack replaced. I found the link below so now am reasonably confident of replacing the other coil packs. http://forums.audiworld....
by thesyn
Wed Jan 20, 2010 7:52 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Full lock noise
Replies: 11
Views: 2875

Yes it could be that, I will try pulling off slower later and see.
Other possible causes posted have been slightly worn front tyres not keying into the tarmac on moving off.
Reassuringly (?) R8s are reported to do it also.
by thesyn
Wed Jan 20, 2010 7:18 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Full lock noise
Replies: 11
Views: 2875

I have the above noise/vibration on full lock on my 55 cabriolet, does it when you move off, feels as if the front tyres are skipping across the surface of the road then as if something in the front suspension finds it's correct position and everything settles. Checked the tracking then was convince...
by thesyn
Fri Oct 02, 2009 8:02 am
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Any one know this S4...??? - Ao03 YST
Replies: 14
Views: 2203

Am jealous of the half leather...I find the full leather too slippy when giving it the beans...am thinking of a partial retrim to get the centres of the front seats sorted If you don't have the bag...I don't...blag a resealable bag from a dealership...they provide a litre of oil during a service......
by thesyn
Wed Aug 12, 2009 7:24 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Audi S4 (05 Plate) Advice
Replies: 7
Views: 2901

RE: Audi S4 (05 Plate) Advice

Spec sounds ok. Depends on your attitude to high mileage and without a warranty how lucky you feel. Brakes tyres and other consumeables may well be reaching the end of their lives so check carefully. Is it a dealer or private seller, with a dealer you will have some comeback. I would check very care...
by thesyn
Sat Jul 04, 2009 10:59 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: Warning Light
Replies: 1
Views: 575

RE: Warning Light

I asked the guy the guy the same question and he effectively told me to get stuffed.
I'm guessing that he knows something.
I intend to steer clear, however it could be a bargain.
So punk are you feeling lucky?
by thesyn
Sun Apr 26, 2009 9:25 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: S4 buying advice
Replies: 3
Views: 1429

thanks for that, I will keep looking and wont dismiss alcantara seats!
by thesyn
Wed Apr 22, 2009 3:57 pm
Forum: S4 (B6 Type 8E/8H) 2003-2005 / (B7 Typ 8E/8H) 2005-2009
Topic: S4 buying advice
Replies: 3
Views: 1429

S4 buying advice

Hi, my first post but I have been lurking for a bit and picking up tips. I am hopefully looking to buy a B6 S4 in the near future, probably 03/04. I have a couple of questions; is there much difference in driving characteristics between the saloon and the avant? I would idealy like a manual with ful...

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