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by MattShaw
Sun Oct 24, 2010 7:52 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Alternator, Low output voltage ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1617

That makes a lot of sense. A new battery isn't too bad an outcome, better than a new alternator or some other part of the charging circuit.

More great info, thanks. :thumb:
by MattShaw
Sun Oct 24, 2010 7:17 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Alternator, Low output voltage ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1617

PetrolDave wrote:The alternator voltage is only 14.5V when it's initially charging after starting. If you had driven a few miles then 13.7-13.9 is about right.
Interesting, I thought lead acid cells were charged with a constant voltage. Always good to learn something new :).

Thanks,
Matthew
by MattShaw
Sun Oct 24, 2010 7:12 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Alternator, Low output voltage ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1617

If you start the car after 2 days and it's OK but it wont start after 9 days, in those 7 days the alternator hasn't had any influence anyway. I thought that, but that battery wouldn't be charging fully at 13.8 V, not sure that it would make enough difference though (9 days compared to 5 weeks that ...
by MattShaw
Sun Oct 24, 2010 5:53 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Alternator, Low output voltage ?
Replies: 7
Views: 1617

Alternator, Low output voltage ?

Hi Guys/Gals, Car was a little slow to turn over after been stood for 8-9 days without use and has a yellow battery warning light on the dash, I thought that I needed a new battery. Went to Halfords, and they tested the battery and they said it was ok. They then tested the battery voltage with the c...
by MattShaw
Fri Jul 02, 2010 8:15 am
Forum: DTC / VCDS
Topic: New version of VCDS available. Release 10.6.0.
Replies: 1
Views: 1758

New version of VCDS available. Release 10.6.0.

Hi, new version of software available.

The Current version is:
Release 10.6.0
Data Version 20100630

http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/download/current.html
by MattShaw
Fri Jul 02, 2010 8:13 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Vag-Com connection
Replies: 8
Views: 1164

Hi, new version of software available.

The Current version is:
Release 10.6.0
Data Version 20100630

http://www.ross-tech.com/vcds/download/current.html
by MattShaw
Mon Jun 07, 2010 9:34 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Cigarette Lighter
Replies: 9
Views: 1361

I posted this a while ago, you might find it more useful than a torch ;)

http://www.rs246.com/index.php?name=PNp ... ic&t=84394

Matthew
by MattShaw
Wed Jun 02, 2010 6:24 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: HELP!! - Sat Nav Disc
Replies: 3
Views: 1224

Have a look here for part numbers http://audiforum.us/part-numbers/7638-audi-navigation-dvd-part-numbers.html Note: These are DVDs not CDs, CDs are for one of the older systems. I thought the 919 parts are the one supplied with the car 8P0 919 884 AN and the 060 parts are the updates that you can bu...
by MattShaw
Sun May 16, 2010 7:28 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.
Replies: 10
Views: 1687

caldy wrote:Very easy diy job, with a ramp!
Thanks for the info, sounds like it is worth getting a new spring and at the very least having my local garage replace it rather than Audi. Might even have a look at doing it myself.
by MattShaw
Sun May 16, 2010 7:24 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.
Replies: 10
Views: 1687

How the hell did the spring break?..pot hole?? Not sure, probably a pot hole that finally finished it off. Noticed a metallic rattle from that corner. Thought it was the tool kit to start with, but had the wheels off for cleaning and noticed a 2-3 inch piece of spring sat inside the rest of the spr...
by MattShaw
Sat May 15, 2010 4:30 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.
Replies: 10
Views: 1687

Re: RE: Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.

pippyrips wrote:You need a 'special' tool to repressurise the DRC system, not sure if anyone outside of Audi have this.
Do you need to repressurise the DRC when just changing a rear spring ?

Can't you "just" take the old sping out and put a new one in without touching the shock ?
by MattShaw
Sat May 15, 2010 8:06 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Mini USB charger car adaptor (cigarette lighter socket)
Replies: 1
Views: 674

Mini USB charger car adaptor (cigarette lighter socket)

Bought one of these. Fits nicely in the cigarette lighter socket, and can still close it whilst plugged in (as long at you remove the cable :wink:) http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/USB-CHARGER-CABLE-MINI-CAR-ADAPTOR-BLACKBERRY-PEARL-/350352027959?cmd=ViewItem&pt=UK_MobilePhones_MobilePhoneAccesories_MobilePhon...
by MattShaw
Sat May 15, 2010 7:52 am
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.
Replies: 10
Views: 1687

Broken rear spring replacement, some questions.

I've got a broken near side rear spring, lost of couple of inches from the lower end. This one is been replaced under warranty by Audi but I am wondering if I should change the far side one too ? 08/2007 RS4 with 33K miles. Normal SS. How much would a spring cost, and where is the best place to get ...
by MattShaw
Thu Apr 22, 2010 3:55 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: Car Tax
Replies: 15
Views: 2221

I think it is March 23rd 2006 or before for the cheaper road tax.
by MattShaw
Sat Apr 10, 2010 10:00 pm
Forum: RS4 (B7 Typ 8E) 2006–2008
Topic: ON DAVE NOW..THEN DAVE JA VU at 19:00hrs!!!
Replies: 8
Views: 1316

And again at 23:00. Cheers.
:)

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