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    It never Rains but...

    Well to finish of that was a bad two months... My partner was recently diagnosed with leukemia so I thought I would keep my s3 in tip top condition for the winter and also to run her to the hospital. Turns out that the biggest mechanical damage to be inflicted was because of my big dumb brain...
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    Slightly lumpy idle

    Hi all, Been getting a lumpy idle as of late on my 08 s3 not the usual fluctuation of 500 revs just a slight blip kind of like a slight misfire but it's really hesitant to fire up with the turn of the key on the morning. Once it warms up its generally alright. It's going for a service next week...
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    boost loss/air leak

    Was coming home from a long drive out. Few pot holes here and there. Put my foot down and there's a noticeable hissing coming from the bulk head area (front what my ears could tell me). Took it easy home and opened the bonnet. Noticed that the hose in the image was a little out of position...
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    engine temperature fluctuation

    Alright peeps, I've had a niggling problem for a little while which has had me back to the dealer a couple of times. had my s3 a few months now and have noticed the water temp gauge fluctuating between 80 and 90. for example I would be driving down the dual carageway with the temperature at...
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    Boost Leak? Bhp Loss

    Alright peeps, this is my second post and my second month of s3 ownership. standard car and smooth running, no lumpiness. i thought with 260 the ride would be quick but it seems a little lacking, maybe this is because i was expecting more, or i'm getting used to the speed. but something doesn't...