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by mick_thomson74
Wed Jun 05, 2019 9:58 am
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: B8 Front Shocks
Replies: 6
Views: 2064

Re: B8 Front Shocks

Had recurring DRC knocking from the front on mine during ownership. Was in Audi a number of times and recharged. They never really fixed it and the low speed cold knocking (occasional loose golf ball rattling noise best I can describe it) in comfort mode was one of a number of reasons I decided ditc...
by mick_thomson74
Wed May 29, 2019 8:49 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Max 6000 rpm warning
Replies: 8
Views: 8918

Re: Max 6000 rpm warning

No longer have my B8 RS4 but I recall having the coil packs changed out under warranty and a cam shaft sensor valve. One of those caused me similar engine rev limitations. I traded the RS on as had a few issues that spoilt ownership after running a number of audis over the years. Didn't live up to m...
by mick_thomson74
Tue Oct 17, 2017 9:35 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Pirelli P Zero
Replies: 7
Views: 1365

Re: Pirelli P Zero

Just swapped back to my winter wheels with Dunlop Winter Sport 3Ds (third season on the car now). Only after changing do I realise how bad the Pirellis are although I'm at 3-4mm all round so they will not be going back on the car anyway. The tramlining is gone and the car feels great again. I'll nev...
by mick_thomson74
Fri Sep 22, 2017 10:10 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Cause for concern?
Replies: 19
Views: 7221

Re: Cause for concern?

Might be the same as what I had. Sounds similar. I ended up with new coil packs and spark plugs all round.
by mick_thomson74
Sun Aug 27, 2017 9:05 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Tyres - Whats everybody getting
Replies: 43
Views: 11000

Re: Tyres - Whats everybody getting

0-60under4 wrote:
Tue Jul 18, 2017 1:21 pm
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New to group but are these too cheap to be any good ?
What web site did you get the toyo quote on? Good deal and interested myself. Cheers
by mick_thomson74
Fri Aug 18, 2017 9:49 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Creak / rattle from drivers door.
Replies: 4
Views: 1228

Re: Creak / rattle from drivers door.

I had this a couple of years ago shortly after picking up my RS4. I used a very small amount of WD40 on a rag and rubbed all door seals. Never had an issue since. I ignored forum advice elsewhere stating not to use this due to risk of perishing the rubber - it's done no damage to the seals on my car.
by mick_thomson74
Tue Jan 31, 2017 8:39 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: humming/buzzing sound when car stationary
Replies: 15
Views: 5843

Re: humming/buzzing sound when car stationary

Yes I had this fixed. The garage had to order some vibration suppression rings that fit on the s-tronic pipework under the tunnel. Never been an issue since. Aberdeen Audi fixed mine if the garage needs any pointers on how to fix it.
by mick_thomson74
Sat Aug 27, 2016 9:44 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: 6krpm & EPC warning lights
Replies: 2
Views: 1068

6krpm & EPC warning lights

Started the car from cold. Drove half a mile - in town 2-3krevs in auto (normal town driving). Both EPC and engine speed restricted to 6krpm lights illuminated and stayed on for about a min or two then went off and stayed off. Car's never done that in the 2yr I've had it. Anyone else had this? Will ...
by mick_thomson74
Thu May 05, 2016 10:09 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: humming/buzzing sound when car stationary
Replies: 15
Views: 5843

Re: humming/buzzing sound when car stationary

Think I'll book it in again for another look as this noise was not apparent when I bought the car and is noticeable every time the car's warmed up. Expect Audi will still state it's normal and if they do I want the issue noted on their system now so that if a failure results while out of warranty in...
by mick_thomson74
Tue May 03, 2016 9:49 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: humming/buzzing sound when car stationary
Replies: 15
Views: 5843

humming/buzzing sound when car stationary

Had my B8 RS4 18 months now (car approaching 3yr old). Noticed a fairly constant electrical humming/buzzing like sound with the engine on and car stationary (stereo off). Sounds like it's coming from below the tunnel that houses the s-tronic lever. It momentarily disappears as I cycle through P,R,D,...
by mick_thomson74
Fri Nov 27, 2015 7:15 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: EPC and emissions control light on when ignition on
Replies: 3
Views: 1440

Re: EPC and emissions control light on when ignition on

Thanks guys appreciate the response. Do you notice while your car is idling a low level buzzing noise from the transmission? I've been told it's normal (flicking through the box from d, p, n etc... And it momentarily disappears until new position located). I had it looked at while in getting fixed a...
by mick_thomson74
Thu Nov 26, 2015 10:45 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: EPC and emissions control light on when ignition on
Replies: 3
Views: 1440

EPC and emissions control light on when ignition on

Just had coil pack replaced for misfire on cylinder #2 and all plugs replaced after flashing emissions control light warned of problem. Now I've got the car back from Audi noticed the EPC and emissions lights stay on while key is in the ignition but the car has not been started. Is this normal as I ...
by mick_thomson74
Fri Apr 24, 2015 10:00 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: B8 RS4 or SQ5 (stop me buying the latter!!)
Replies: 79
Views: 12168

Re: B8 RS4 or SQ5 (stop me buying the latter!!)

B8 RS4 23.3mpg ave over last 4000 miles. Mix of town and country roads (+/- 10% town). Small tank is more of a pain. 260-300 miles to a tank. No regrets selling a 997 and STI for the RS4 - perfect family car!!!
by mick_thomson74
Thu Mar 26, 2015 10:59 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: What's the best car you have owned before the b8
Replies: 50
Views: 6005

Re: What's the best car you have owned before the b8

Miss the 996TT and will end up with another porker in a couple yrs...
by mick_thomson74
Sat Jan 17, 2015 8:15 pm
Forum: RS4 (B8 Typ 8K) 2012-2016
Topic: Winter Tyres or Chains for a Roadtrip to Switzerland..video
Replies: 125
Views: 18214

Re: Winter Tyres or Chains for a Roadtrip to Switzerland..

Out for a spin to Glenshee earlier today. One of the best days of the winter so far.

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