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Quick update: the Audi A4 arrived this morning! Driver phoned about 40 minutes before showing up to check parking access. Car looks fantastic spotless inside, drives perfectly. All documents were neatly packed in a folder inside the glove box. Taking it for a service inspection tomorrow, but first impressions are excellent. Thanks everyone for helping put my mind at ease.

Good to hear positive stories, cheers all. Did your cars come with the proper logbooks and keys? Just want to make sure I won’t have to chase papers later.

Appreciate that info. What still makes me a bit uneasy is the payment setup Glenside Logistics don’t accept cards or cash, only bank transfers, and payment has to be done in full before delivery. They did send over all the paperwork and a purchase agreement though, so I’m hoping it’s fine.

Hey everyone, I’m based in Leeds and recently arranged the purchase of a 2020 Audi A4 S Line through a company called Glenside Logistics in Belfast. They told me it’s a finance repossession which explains why it’s about £5000 cheaper than the usual market value. They said delivery will take around 7–9 days and that payments are handled through a segregated business account for safety, with a 10-day inspection and refund option once the car arrives. I’ve already sent the funds, but now I’m wondering if anyone here has actually dealt with them? Hoping I’ve made the right move and not fallen for something dodgy. Thanks in advance!

This hose from the opposite side of the engine bay links to the pipe I am indicating, which appears to have a fitting for it to attach behind; however, there is already a hose from this pipe leading to one of the fittings.

This is the initial hose located on the left side of the engine compartment; its connection point is uncertain.

EGR error codes - P0401 and P042F

Thank you, I will examine it after work. Furthermore, it appears that the O2 sensor was either disconnected or removed from the vehicle by an unknown individual. Thank you once more for your comment.

Greetings, I recently purchased a BMW 316d with an N47D20C engine, which was displaying error signals for the O2 sensor. I was unable to locate it, then I realised it was absent. I saw an additional connector that is unoccupied, and I can not see a corresponding wire for connection. I attempted to research this on Google but could not identify its purpose; I am enquiring if anyone might provide guidance. The EGR warning light has illuminated, and I discovered several disconnected vacuum hoses in the engine. I would appreciate assistance with this matter as well, if possible. Postscript: I will include photographs tomorrow.

That is valuable information; thank you.

I spoke with the dealer today, and he informed me that it is an additional cost option; there is no spare wheel, so I presume there is no need for paying more for one.

Thank you for your response; I was only enquiring since it was referenced in the guidebook.

The guidebook states that the vehicle is fitted with a car jack and wheel nut spanner; are these tools included?

If it is not malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair it. If, after two years, you have seen no problems with the DPF being obstructed, it indicates that it is reaching sufficient temperatures and doing enough passive regeneration to remain unobstructed. An economical BMW-specific code reader will provide back pressure readings and indicate the last active regeneration, making it a valuable addition to any BMW glove compartment. The EGR may ultimately obstruct the intake manifold, but it will just need cleaning in another 50,000 miles. A clogged DPF and a blocked intake are only cleaning tasks that will not damage the engine. Disregard the computer's recommendations for service and do an intermediate oil change annually or every 10,000 miles at most. The expenditure on oil and a filter is a prudent investment.

Greetings, I own a 2022 registration Sportage Launch Edition. I have equipped my current Orskey dashcam with both front and back cameras. I followed the forum's recommendation and installed a Dongar adapter on the rearview mirror; but, the USB output lacks sufficient energy to power the back camera. Any suggestions? I like to avoid addressing the fuse box issue.

Thank you for the wisdom so far. I will reassess as time permits. I was upset, since this process should not need such an approach - or so it seemed to me. This example may not be the most effective, but it resembles receiving a replacement cambelt by mail after a warranty failure, accompanied by instructions to search online for guidance on installation. The 'time is running out' notice, coupled with ambiguous instructions and the need to purchase new IT storage equipment, is unhelpful given that the vehicle remains under warranty.

That is really generous; nevertheless, we are not, sadly.

I do not like to seem irate, but I have had my Sportage for over one year. It has undergone servicing at the authorized dealership. A week or two ago, I received a notification indicating that a map update was required and that the deadline for completion was approaching. No information on the deadline for completion. I contacted the main dealer, who informed me that I needed to download KIA Connect, which was previously unknown to me. I executed it on my mobile device. I had to repeatedly return to my automobile to input codes and do related tasks. I was unaware that this was mandatory. Clearly, this did not affect the notification on the map update. I contacted them again via phone. I was instructed to visit the official Kia website and adhere to the provided guidelines. I need to determine the software version of my automobile. I adhered to the exact directions provided on the Kia website. The information on my automobile does not align with what the internet said would be present. Thus, there is a lack of any information on my vehicle. I inferred the necessary version based on my possession of the 2021 model, therefore selecting the variant labeled with 21. The numerals may pertain to years. I downloaded that version on my PC. I am then obligated to transfer it onto a USB or comparable device. Consequently, I discover the required USB size, which I do not own. I am completely uninformed and unable to locate any information on the Kia website on the procedure for transferring maps to my vehicle. At the risk of seeming irate, this significantly deviates from my expectations of a respected automobile manufacturer. I consider myself reasonably competent and proficient in information technology. Perhaps not; yet, this seems to be quite intricate. Perhaps I, along with several other Sportage owners, are aware of the software version operating in our vehicles and the procedure for uploading fresh maps. It is sufficient to state that I will not commence using these ambiguous and convoluted 'instructions' that may perhaps compromise my automobile navigation system. I would really appreciate assistance in navigating what seems to be an exceedingly complex configuration. I am perplexed as to why the task was not completed during the auto servicing.

Engage in pursuits that resonate with you; life is too brief to do otherwise. We own an electric vehicle in our household, which is exceptional, economical to operate, pleasant, quiet, and has an impressive range; but, it is very monotonous and resembles more of a consumer durable appliance, lacking excitement for those who get pleasure from driving. One may invariably return to an electric vehicle in the future, given the influx of new models, but diesel options will diminish in viability.

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Congratulations. Is restoration worthwhile?

Regrettably, it is ineffective.

I possess multiple SD cards that were formerly utilised for computer-related purposes. To maintain simplicity, I will endeavour to transfer only 2 or 3 albums onto each device to facilitate music discovery. I can proceed without utilising the music register while I attempt this.