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Audi Brake Pad Wear Sensor Operation And Service

Almost every Audi for the past 20 years has been equipped with electronic brake pad wear sensors. Most of them mount the brake pad with a clip, but some are molded into the brake pad. These sensors change their electrical resistance as the loop of wire is worn down and eventually breaks as the brake pads wear down.

MEYLE-HD Control Arm Kit Designed For Audi Models

The MEYLE-HD Control Arm Kit for Audi models is a complete set including everything technicians need for a flawless installation.

Volkswagen, Audi Direct Fuel Injection System

For the past decade, almost every vehicle that Volkswagen and Audi has sold in the U.S. has been equipped with direct fuel injection. These FSI, TSI and GDI systems allow for better fuel economy and power. The switch to direct injection has also allowed Volkswagen to downsize its engines from 2.0L to 1.4L on base models without losing any power, while still improving fuel efficiency.

Audi Tech Tip: Key Can’t Be Removed From The Ignition

The customer will complain that the key can’t be removed from the ignition when the vehicle is in park. In some cases, the driver will not be able to move the shift lever from the park position. On vehicles with the Advance Key System, the car can not be locked after the engine has been shut off.

Audi TPMS Diagnostics

Audi Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS) are some of the easiest to reset and relearn. The automaker has used both indirect and direct systems during the past decade. Both systems use the same relearn procedure that involves accessing the TPMS settings through the driver information center or infotainment system. The only difference between direct and indirect systems is the last step that may involve driving continuously for 10 minutes or allowing the vehicle to sit for either 10 or 20 minutes.

ACEA Oil Guide: Understanding European Motor Oils

ACEA standards are based on testing developed by the European Engine Lubricants Quality Management System (EELQMS). Think of ACEA as the SAE of Europe and EELQMS as the API/ILSAC in the U.S.

EPC Light On And AWD Does Not Work: Audi TT And A3

On the models listed, the all-wheel-drive does not work or the EPC warning light is illuminated. The technician will find there is an internal leak in the hydraulic pump.

Hankook Named OEM For Audi RS 4 Avant

Hankook has announced that it is the OE tire fitting for the Audi RS 4 Avant. The first vehicles were delivered at the beginning of the year and are hitting the road fitted with 265/35 R 19 98Y XL (standard) or 275/30 R 20 97Y XL (optional) tires on all wheels.

Arnott Introduces New Rear Shock Kit For The 2001-’06 Audi A6 And Allroad Quattro

SK-2805 is a twin-tube shock for the left and right rear sides and includes an actuator and three VOSS airline fittings to easily connect the shock to the air spring.

ÜRO Parts Introduces Engine Valve Cover For Audi Q7 And Volkswagen CC, Passat And Touareg

Applications include 2007-2010 Audi Q7, 2012-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2008-2012 Passat, and 2007-2016 Touareg models.

LTI Tools Offers German Vehicle Rotating Ring Lug Nut Removal Kit

This kit allows technicians to remove German vehicle lug nuts without the factory key.

Arnott Introduces Remanufactured Rear Air Struts For The 2002-’09 Audi A8 With Normal And Sport Suspension

Remanufactured in the U.S., each strut is thoroughly tested, cleaned, repainted and then rebuilt with new, heavy-duty crimping rings, new long-lasting O-Rings, new connector valve, new bumpstop and new dust cover, according to Arnott.