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jennycarlotta

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  1. There exists a commercial entity on the online marketplace eBay that offers purportedly authentic components, which have been painted to match the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) colors, for a price of £65. Although the cost is quite high, considering that the estimated price of the component is anticipated to be between £30-45 (an actual amount will be obtained today), in addition to the expenses for the spray can and clear coat, it may be more practical to just pay the £65. Ultimately, the whole expenditure is expected to be similar.
  2. I will attempt to restore the component using adhesive materials. However, it is regrettable that the component now exhibits a loose fit inside its designated position.
  3. Thank you for your response. However, I must clarify that I have not acquired the knowledge in issue, so my inquiry may seem to be lacking in sophistication.
  4. The cover in question is really for the headlight washer, not the windshield washer. However, I am unable to modify the title at this time.
  5. Greetings, I am in possession of a W212 vehicle that requires a replacement headlamp washer cover in the color obsidian black, as well as another W212 vehicle that necessitates a front driver's side sill/jack point cover in the color palladium silver. I am now unable to locate the desired components on eBay's platform, particularly in the used category, which would be the most preferable and convenient option. The company MB offers these components in a state where they are just coated with primer, so being prepared for further painting. The black W212 vehicle may need a bumper respray or repair. Initially, I want to do this using a dual-action (DA) tool. However, I am uncertain about the most effective method for painting and applying a clear coat to get the desired outcome. Is it sufficient to get the paint using the paint code and a can of clear coat? If yes, from which source should these items be procured? Furthermore, it is suggested that one attempts the task at hand, gradually applying many layers to the subject matter. Has anybody attempted this and had difficulties? Alternatively, is it possible to bring the individual components to a paint shop and compensate them a nominal amount to apply a spray and clear coat? I am currently unfamiliar with any local establishments in my vicinity that I may confidently rely on for the aforementioned services, such as bumper resprays or repair work. Consequently, my only recourse is to rely on recommendations obtained from online sources such as Google. Greetings
  6. Has anybody have any success with their task? I am encountering a similar issue. The year 2003 marked the occurrence of D3.
  7. Greetings. The current status is negative, indicating that the desired outcome has not yet been achieved. I had the vehicle's diagnostics assessed using the VAG-COM system. The default language for the MMI code was initially set to German. However, even after changing the default language to English, the code continues to exhibit the same behavior. I have obtained the original Audi update software CDs and will attempt to address the issue by doing an upgrade. I have not yet undertaken that task, since I intend to keep the vag-com device within close proximity. It is my belief that the coding may get compromised during the operation, necessitating subsequent restoration. If this approach proves to be ineffective, I will be compelled to seek assistance from a professional service.
  8. Greetings, everyone. I am a novice participant in this community and have just acquired a 2003 A8 vehicle. The MMI functions well in all other aspects, however it consistently reverts the MMI language setting to German. Upon returning to my vehicle after parking, I am required to switch the language setting from German back to English. The vehicle operates normally during the day, but has issues only after being parked and turned off for a duration exceeding 30 minutes. The other settings, such as the clock, bass, treble, and DSP, are functioning properly; only the language setting experiences a reset. The MMI system is equipped with software version D3-HU 6300 02.9.0 0309, which may be referred to as version 0290. Does anybody have any suggestions or insights to contribute? Furthermore, it should be noted that the wing mirrors equipped with automatic darkening functionality promptly transition to a darkened state upon the activation of the vehicle's ignition system. Is the issue caused by a coding error or a malfunctioning front light sensor? I would much appreciate any hints or indications. I will be seeing a buddy who has a Vag-Com diagnostic tool in the next week.
  9. A similar "package of benefits" cost of £229 was reportedly added by one of the major auto supermarkets to the purchase price of a vehicle. The major "benefit" for the buyer is a six-month warranty with a five-thousand-pound claims limit. Considering that most of the vehicles for sale are just 6–24 months old, are still covered by the manufacturer's warranty, and come with the seller's statutory duties, it's difficult to see the value in the £229 bundle. I would wager that the typical automobile buyer believes he or she is making a worthwhile investment.
  10. It's a good thing you're suing the dealer and not the warranty provider. You're right that most warranties don't do much of anything, but some unscrupulous sellers still buy them in the hopes that naive buyers won't attempt to sue them. The vast majority of people would have given up and paid to have their automobile fixed, so bravo for persisting.
  11. Did Maybach hire the Ssongyang Korando/Rexton team to create their luxury vehicles? Why does he constantly get weird pets, like Hoovie? how much of a profit does he earn on cars as opposed to just the ads?
  12. Howdy, Farm Boy! Was it a Mercedes warranty or one from a different company? My 2015 C250 is experiencing the same problem. Both the front and back halves fall at the same time. The situation often escalates. After a few attempts, the fog clears up and I'm able to drive normally again. My appointment with the dealer is set for next Friday. Have you had the official distributor work on it? In gratitude
  13. You need to verify the size of the front tire; it ought to be 225/40/18 in order for it to be compatible with the 255/35/18 size of the back tire.
  14. Hello, and thank you for joining us! 💯
  15. Simply hit one button, then the other; you must then depart and lock the vehicle within a minute or so. On my vehicle, another alternative is via the COMAND menu, where you can also disable them.
  16. We're glad to have you. Fuel usage (urban) 16.1 mpg Fuel usage (extra urban) 27.4 mpg Fuel usage (combined) 21.9 mpg That's for the car box Fuel usage (urban) 16.2 mpg Fuel usage (extra urban) 28.2 mpg Fuel usage (combined) 22.2 mpg Not much of a change for hand box...
  17. When I purchase the camcorder, it will have an AV socket. If I also purchase a bullet cam, I won't utilize the external microphone; instead, I'll simply place the camcorder in the footwell and use the internal microphone. Just to be sure, when just the microphone is put in, would the camcorder continue record video, or will it also expect to receive video signals via the AV socket? (I hope my inquiry didn't seem foolish, but I honestly haven't an idea about this type of stuff).
  18. Last inquiry on the subject. (sorry) I just purchased a remote microphone (from Jan Coombes). Can you just put this into the AV in socket, place the microphone in the footwell, and position the video camera on the roll bar such that the sound emanates from inside the car? If so, I won't need to get a bullet cam (yet).
  19. I, too, am new to this and know nothing. I've never bought a video camera, but I'd want to get some in-car film. I was inspecting this camera and this bullet cam. Is there anything wrong with this combination? I'd go with the 1GB memory card. Is an external microphone required, or will the built-in mic function with the bullet cam hooked in? Sorry for all of the stupid questions.
  20. I've just lost my first response/comment on this; perhaps it's for the best, as it was a touch harsh! If the remainder of the construction quality is as poor as that, there will be a lot of work to do! Welding may present some difficulties as it appears that stainless steel is involved; no problem with the proper experience and equipment, but otherwise not simple!Is this vehicle IVA/MOT compliant? who truly constructed it? In my opinion, it requires demolition and reconstruction. I apologise if it's the error, and if you purchased it, the person who built it should be very concerned; this type of behaviour puts all kit car devotees in a poor position. Rant is far from over, but if I don't cease, I might get into profound caca.
  21. Before I got my C43, I had three Mk3 Focus STs, and I had mapped each of them to a "stage." Collins did all of my maps, and they were all spot on. My last one was mapped to stage 2 with all the hardware that goes with it. Didn't miss a beat. I think it depends on the mapper, just like in the OP's case. Some mappers are good, and some aren't.
  22. Hot idle oil pressure is a typical symptom of bearing failure; furthermore, remove the balancing shaft covers. Consider removing the shafts while you're in there; the smaller n43 models never had shafts in the first place. A word of caution: the 30 Torx casing bolts are only torqued to 9nm, so don't overtighten them or you'll shatter the mating faces and clog the pump.
  23. Whip off the bearing caps on the balance shaft, which may be worn, and that will help. You can run without balance shafts if you remove them from the housing but leave the housing itself in place, and if you put a m10 blanking grub screw into the oil gallery for the balance shafts in the engine block. The oil pump itself is probably OK, but you may save money by cracking open the casing and inspecting the inner workings first.
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