Basic maintenance like as oil changes, pads, filters, and spark plugs is something I perform myself. Things I wasn’t familiar with, such as transmission fluid changes or leaks, I would take to my own mechanic.
I changed the transmission fluid on my '16 A6, and the fluid level procedure was frustrating. Jacking up the car on stands wasn’t much better, as two stands failed. Thankfully, I can access a two-post lift when needed. While I enjoy driving the vehicle, the lack of DIY accommodations has me reconsidering Audi for the future.
God, the jackstand irritated me. I was trying to set jackstands for an oil change and couldn’t figure out where to put them because the splash shields were in the way. I opted to just acquire ramps and replace the oil that way. And God, I loathe the absence of an oil dipstick. I love my automobile, but I really hate the anti-right-to-repair corporations that are strong arming
After I had a “reputable” independent shop replace my clutch and fuck up about a dozen different things, nobody touches my car but me.
I do everything myself. The S5 is now in the garage, with the front subframe removed, while I replace/upgrade the engine mounts.
I hate going to the dealership and telling them there’s an issue. I understand it’s broken. If it was simple, I would have fixed it myself. It’s so much easier to just manage it myself and learn a few things about my vehicle.
Right now, I believe I have DRC difficulties and a pull to the right that they cannot identify. I’m returning it because it’s still under warranty rather than repairing it myself. I find it more rewarding to diagnose and repair it myself. Though DRC under warranty is far superior to paying for it out of pocket.
Yes, I couldn’t afford it unless I worked in it. I spent an hour removing two oil-covered, seized spark plugs with a long breaker bar. I replaced the valve cover, as well as several door locks, a trunk lock, and other miscellaneous items. Not easy to maintain, but much easier than the old Volvo. When I initially acquired it, I had to replace a lot of parts, but now it’s so dependable, never breaks down, and doesn’t require oil.
You have a sick duo. I’ve had 5 free services from Audi and now I’m starting to do my own. Oil change, filters and brakes shouldn’t be too bad
Thank you! Wife got hers first. 2021 Q7 Prestige. I felt a bit lower class in my '19 Golf R, so needed to upgrade a bit. She now wants the SQ7 as she wants a V8 again.
I replaced the brakes on a 2002 A4 Avant 1.8 Audi. My current car is a 2017 Allroad. Focus on completing the essential tasks. Inquiry; Do I need to disengage it?
Spark plug change on the 4.0t is a pain in the ass.
I can concur. According to the video I viewed, it was an hourly job. The filter housing side was far easier than the coolant tank side. It was definitely a learning experience. My old ass is painful. I’ve replaced plugs on my Golf R and Q7 in one-quarter of the time.
I just fitted new wheel spacers on my SQ8 in the driveway yesterday. 15mm up front and 20mm in the back. I checked the brake pads while I was in there. I had the shop do the PPF and grill switch (done after PPF) since I don’t trust myself to do PPF or not screw up the PPF that was already there while removing the bumper for grill access. I do, however, return her to the dealer for services or strange issues because they offered me Audi Care and it is still under warranty, so I am willing to make those things their responsibility if it costs me nothing.