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What does the flashing glow plug light on Audi A3 mean?
Answer: The flashing glow plug warning light that appears on the Audi A3 instrument panel indicates that the glow plugs have not completed their preheating cy... read all

Posted on 17-03-2023
Where is the immobilizer fuse located on Audi A3?
Answer: On Audi A3 (8p, 2003-2013) we find two fuse boxes, one in the engine compartment and the other inside the passenger compartment, behind the cover at t... read all

Posted on 8-03-2023
Where is the license plate light fuse on Audi A3 located?
Answer: The license plate light fuse of the Audi A3 is contained in the fuse box located on the left side of the dashboard: the fuse in question is number 7 a... read all

Posted on 27-01-2023
What to do if your Audi A3 car does not start easily when hot?
Answer: The problem of hot ignition of the Audi A3 car, several owners have complained. The factors could be different: injectors that are worn out or soiled ... read all

Posted on 21-10-2022
What does the warning light with a yellow triangle and exclamation point indicate on the Audi A3 8p?
Answer: If the warning light with a yellow triangle and an exclamation point appears on the instrument panel of the Audi A3 8p, it is necessary to check the m... read all

Posted on 4-10-2022
Where is the usb port in the Audi A3?
Answer: The Audi A3 does not have a USB port, which is present on almost all newer car models. In its place is another type of port called AMI (an acronym for... read all

Posted on 22-09-2022
How to fix a fuel flap that won't open on the Audi A3?
Answer: If the fuel filler flap on your Audo A3 does not open, you have to open it manually: you have to pull the red cable slightly for manual release and wh... read all

Posted on 12-09-2022
Where is the Audi A3 cigarette lighter fuse located?
Answer: It is located inside the fuse box, along with all the other fuses necessary for the car to function. The box mentioned above is positioned to the left... read all

Posted on 27-07-2022
Where is the central locking fuse on my Audi A3 located?
Answer: The central locking fuse in your Audi A3 is located inside the fuse box on the left side of the dashboard. The fuse in particular is the one indicated... read all

Posted on 22-07-2022
How to fix the problem with the windshield wipers of the Audi A3?
Answer: We see below the main cause of failure of the front wipers of the Audi A3 8P; in particular, the windshield wiper motor stops working after some time,... read all

Posted on 20-07-2022
Where is the starter motor fuse on the Audi A3?
Answer: The Audi A3 starter motor fuse is located inside the fuse box. There are two in this car, but the affected fuse is located in the one on the side of t... read all

Posted on 14-06-2022
Where is the Audi A3 air conditioning fuse located?
Answer: The Audi A3 air conditioning fuse is located in the box located on the left side of the dashboard, accessible by opening the driver's door: the fuse i... read all

Posted on 9-06-2022
What is the car radio fuse in the Audi A3 8p?
Answer: The car radio fuse in the Audi A3 8p is marked with the number F9 and is 5 amps. In addition to the car radio, it also serves to protect the navigator... read all

Posted on 15-04-2022
Why does the Audi A3 rear wiper not work?
Answer: If the rear wiper on your Audi A3 does not work, it is likely that the fuse that regulates its operation has blown and must therefore be replaced. The... read all

Posted on 30-03-2022
How to replace the crankshaft sensor in the Audi A3?
Answer: Replacing the crankshaft sensor in the Audi A3 is very simple. All that needs to be done is, with the engine obviously off and cold, go under the vehi... read all

Posted on 11-03-2022
Where is the comfort control unit of the Audi A3 8p located?
Answer: On the car model in question, the control unit in question is installed in the trunk and to be precise on the right side. Of course it is not visible,... read all

Posted on 20-02-2022
Window fuses on Audi A3 8P?
Answer: On the Audi A3 8P there are three window fuses: number 23 (driver's window), 38 (front passenger) and 28 (rear windows) and they are all located on th... read all

Posted on 12-01-2022
How many km should the timing belt be changed on the Audi A3?
Answer: The timing belt on an Audi A3 must be replaced in a mileage between 90,000 and 120,000 km for the 1.6, while for the 2.0 TDI version it must be carrie... read all

Posted on 11-12-2021
Where is the Audi A3 airbag control unit located?
Answer: The Audi A3's airbag control unit is located inside the passenger compartment, precisely under the central tunnel. In order to access the device, the ... read all

Posted on 9-12-2021
Where are the glow plugs located in the Audi A3?
Answer: In the Audi A3 8p, the glow plugs are located above the engine head and are easily recognizable. We open the engine hood and remove the upper protecti... read all

Posted on 24-11-2021
Why is the fuel flap of the Audi A3 locked?
Answer: If the Audi A3's fuel filler flap is stuck, it is likely that the motor that adjusts it to open and close is worn. To solve the problem it will theref... read all

Posted on 22-11-2021
What does the glow plug warning light mean on Audi A3?
Answer: The warning light may mean that there is a problem with the engine preheating system. If the warning light is accompanied by combustion irregularities... read all

Posted on 23-05-2021
Where is the camshaft position sensor on the Audi A3 2.0 tdi?
Answer: If it happens that the engine has difficulty starting, especially when hot, then it means that the camshaft position sensor has been damaged (error P3... read all

Posted on 6-06-2020
How many liters is the reserve of the Audi A3?
Answer: The fuel tank capacity of this car model ranges from 60 liters of the sedan version to 55 liters of the sportback model, and the fuel reserve lights u... read all

Posted on 8-03-2018

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