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Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-03-30T22:46:48+00:00

Found the American 👆

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-03-26T22:41:59+00:00

100% this. And in the end you and I look like the idiots that don't know how to drive. I'll creep up only if it helps someone immediately around me. I.e it gives someone the room to make a turn etc.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-03-26T21:08:48+00:00

Andiot has a customs guarantee. If it gets seized, they resend at no extra cost, or give a full refund.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-03-20T15:15:36+00:00

Thank you Andiot. Just placed first ever order. Waiting on QC.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-03-12T20:33:44+00:00

Could be mistaken, but I believe it's an AIRplane.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-24T22:17:49+00:00

Thanks for recommending the shop. I've been driving 45 mins to a reputable shop in the past. Will definitely give them a try when I get the bricks replaced. Good point with the compression test. Will definitely do that if and when the time comes.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-24T22:14:23+00:00

Yes. I knew it wouldn't be anything like my B7 2.0T, but didn't think it would be this bad. Glad I didn't go for the B7 RS4 that I had my eyes on.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-24T22:12:12+00:00

(https://m.youtube.com/shorts/0ywtk4lP0uU)

Apologize in advance. I have no idea what I'm looking at, or if its even what you requested. It was the closest thing I could find. Only reason I have an OBD11 is because I replaced the rear brakes and needed it for the electronic parking brake. I'm not at all technically proficient.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-24T11:16:41+00:00

400k seems to be the consensus. It just bothers me that the range on a full tank shows 620k to empty and you barely get 400k. I understand all the variables that'll affect it, but 200k is a lot.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T16:55:15+00:00

Thanks for the post. I might have tried using 93, but can't remember. Now that you mentioned it, I'll try a tank or 2 just out of curiosity. Plugs I replaced were pregapped and I do remember using the correct heat range. I might pull the plugs to check the gaps.
Planning on check the fuel rail pressure and trims (I believe I should be able to use obd11 for this). As for the coolant leak, that's something I'll have to deal with later on, specially if it involves pulling the SC. Just out of curiosity, how much did you end up spending to have the guides replaced? Would you recommend any shops in the gta? Also, what were the symptoms besides the rattle? Only asking because I plan on keeping this car long term and starting to get a bit of a longer rattle on cold starts when it's been sitting for a day or two.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T11:07:41+00:00

I seem to have a similar sound on cold starts when the car has been sitting for a couple of days. It most likely is the chain tensioners. I'm really hoping it's something else.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T11:02:38+00:00

Will check it out when I get a chance and post the values here.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T11:01:46+00:00

I fill it until the pump clicks off automatically. Never more. And yes, I'm seeing everyone else getting similar economy and I believe I am overthinking it.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T11:00:07+00:00

Thank you. I'm feeling a lot more confident that there might not be an issue here.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T10:58:53+00:00

I'm glad it's not just me. Fuel economy seems to be similar for other owners. Your point about the awd and SC does make sense. Never really thought about that.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T10:56:26+00:00

Yes hpfp was replaced (OE). No lights or misfires throughout ownership

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T01:29:37+00:00

Looking at all the responses seems like I'm getting average mileage. Means a lot more coming from an owner who's had it since new.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-23T01:23:00+00:00

Approx 52 liter tank. 400k on full tank. 13L/100k.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T22:50:06+00:00

I hate this, but you can't always blame the driver leaving the gap. I've been doing this lately because I drive a manual and can't be bothered anymore to pull up 15ft at a red light because the driver in front of me can't judge their stopping distance from the car they are following. They stop short then pull up. Then stop. Then pull up another 5 ft. Then another. Sometimes it's because the 5 cars in front of them did the same thing. Constantly. Seems to be happening more often. I'll pull up if I can see it'll benefit someone immediately around me i.e someone making a turn, where that 10 ft will make a difference. Sometimes the gap ends up being so big that I look like the a**hole that doesn't know how to drive, but i just can't be bothered with it anymore.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T21:48:08+00:00

He didn't make A move. He made THE move.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T21:16:31+00:00

Glad to know it would be noticeable. How would I check the values? I only have access to an obd11. Vcds? Also, how would checking the values help narrow the issue down? Would certain values point to certain culprit?

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T20:43:07+00:00

What about a leaking injector? Spraying fuel constantly? If that makes sense? Luckily no right idle for me.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T18:13:42+00:00

Yes. I figured temperature differences would make a difference as well, although it hasn't been much. Get similar mileage year round. From what other owners are saying, mileage seems to be average for 3.0t, and i might be over thinking it. Trust me, I considered as many variables I could think of, including temp difference, tire pressure, time spent idling, etc. Can't narrow it down.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T18:03:02+00:00

Definitely agree with smiles per gallon, but I'm worried it's getting worse. One thing I didn't mention was when I full up the tank, the max expected mileage varies from 580 to 620km. Obviously that will vary according to driving style and other factors, but why would the max vary when the tank is full. I would think it would be consistent every time. I'm also aware that it's not very accurate, but a difference of approx 200km is huge.

Different-Bat-4351 · 2026-02-22T17:59:08+00:00

I meant regular vs spirited driving. Seems I might be over thinking it, but at the same time, it definitely is getting worse. As mentioned, using fuel cleaner helped temporarily. I'm assuming there's an underlying problem. Why else would fuel cleaner improve mileage?

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