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Problem solved. Sealed replaced yesterday by my local dealer for €460 (parts and labor included). Happy to get my Superb in better conditions.

I'm glad if it helped you! Indeed, you've just help me understandind why my oil change kit included 2 washers! 😁 Thanks a lot for this feedback! 👍

If you use automatic mode, you can't change the colour of any mode indeed, unless using VCDS. They do get the colour, that you specified in your settings. That's why it's called 'Automatic mode'... If you have disco mode, I suggest you read my latest posts or those from @igrozan who helped me a lot to set it right. I did get rid of 'disco mode' without any firmware update. Good luck!

I had a 19´´ rim damaged by a pothole: a 8mm ‘dent’. However it has been repaired successfully and brought back into the tolerances (+/- 0.5mm) for €120. May be worth to have it repaired. I fear 4 rims will be way more expensive, but it will be the price for a full peace of mind, I agree.

Hi guys, I´ve recently read a post or a thread on this forum about fuel nozzle cleaners, but I can’t find it again. AFAIK, it was saying fuel injectors cleaning is not recommended in user’s manual, if using a fuel additive. Does anyone remember this and the thread dealing with it? TIA.

Yes, buy the two-fan radiator from tow bar configuration, I would say…🤔

If you have an OEM first mount tow bar, then your Superb is fitted with a dual fan to vent the coolant radiator. This can be checked easily. 😉 BTW, do they both blow when necessary? A fan failure could also be a cause of your high temps… 🤔

Then, IMHO the best thing to do is probably a full engine oil + oil filter replacement to refill with specified oil as per user’s manual…

@310golfr, You speak about 2019/2020 engines but our friend in the initial post mentions a MY2018… My Mk3 ha been built in novembre 2017 and is considered as a MY2018. User’s manual states 504.00-507.00.

Can a MY18 be considered as a new evo engine? 🤔

504.00-507.00 indeed. I ve been using Total Ineo Quartz for at least 45 to 60000km in my TDI190 engine. No problem with it and additionally one of the less expensive.

Hi, I will probably need to changes my rear brake pads in Q1/2024. Could you explain what to do with VCDS to stow brake pistons to free rear brake pads please? TIA!

Hi, Go back to pages 87 to 90 of this thread, you'll find all information. I've activated it on my MY17.

It's what I call to parking / driving "by ear"... I hate this kind of drivers! Way too common in Paris area... If you do have to park in Paris, rather go to underground parking lots. They're awfully expensive, but you won't have your car bumped...

I think the data is simply unavailable when below 50C, because it’s just out of calibration . Theoritically, you could get a value but it would not correspond to anything physical. Manufacturer willingly truncate the sensors temperature range to reach a better accuracy around the operating range.

I fear the oil temp from the VCDS is the same, since coming from the same sensor (I guess). If you can borrow a laser thermometer, you'll be able to check if the displayed value is OK or if the sensor is about to fail... Maybe a VCDS scan could also display 'value out of range' or something like that, which could mean that the sensor is not OK or about to fail... FWITW, it could be something simple to check.

Same reference for me when I replaced mine last week! I definitely starts better, and I'm also surprised to see how often the Stop & start system shuts down the engine, with this new battery though I had raised the minimum voltage to 8.4V instead of the original 7.6V. I think I'm gonna raise it at 9.0V at least...

Yes, I know that. Just surprised, as car manufacturing is 'just-in-time' production and since they exactly know what goes on which car, I had assumed they would have adjust the code to the battery manufacturer. But, if you consider cost killing, why developing something that is useless?... I still don't understand... But not a big deal. It won't prevent me from sleeping well. 😁

Probably right, but surprising to set JCB code instead of VAO when they install a Varta.

I don't know which generation of Audi S4 you're referring to, but just for info., brakes is one the first things that S4 B8 owners do upgrade. They generally go for : - RS4 front brake calipers - Upgraded RS4 front discs and pads (EBC comes often) - Aviation hoses - Removal of a part of front wheel arches - Air deflectors from Porsche Cayman (or Macan, I can't remember) fixed on suspensions arms to redirect air flow on brake discs. Of course the list above is the "full package"...

Yes, what I've discovered fully confirm your sayings.

The original one lastet almost 6 years. I expect the new one to last the same time. Anyway, I’m quite sure I´ll have changed my car within the 6 next years…

It's just under the plastic housing at the windscreen bottom on passenger side. 2 metal clips and a seal to remove to remove the plastic housing and the you can access the AQS. It's a 10mn job, no more. You just eventually need a small flat screw driver to "unlock" the safety clamp of the sensor. Sorry I'm not sure I use the right words. But you'll understand, once you see it. 😁

3 things done today: - Air Quality Sensor replaced: No more fault code popping up. - New battery installed. - Appointment book for sunroof side seals replacement (will be replaced in early january). BTW, the VCDS coding upon battery replacement, is really bullsh*t. My original battery was a 68Ah Varta, but I discovered the manufacturer code was JCB instead of VAO as it should be 😯. Additionally, the S/N was 1111111111 instead of the actual S/N figuring on the battery BEM code sticker 🙄. I nevertheless coded everything properly, at as it should be. Last point to fix is the inner ski hatch handle...

Hi, Problem solved, no more fault code popping up upon VCDS scan. I finally found a D version (as my original one) on a french website for €107 (delivered), compared to €97 on ECS Tuning. I found this easier.