suj85

Thanks for the update dude.

I don't understand how make has failed if it actually has, it was working fine! :-(

K9COP

There is a thread on here about these already I think. As I understand it, there are drive belts that move the column around, and if the tension on those goes even slightly out of parameters, the column goes into 'fail' mode...
I actually bought a spare column, as much as anything else to use for spare motors if that was the issue....


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suj85

So what is the solution when this happens? Is it possible to reset the belts/tensioners for the motors or?

K9COP

Like I said, my car is laid up for the winter. I was sent these by a very kind source close to Audi. I haven't actually read them all through yet:

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Let us know if these help, and how to fix it if you do.. spring is coming!!

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suj85

Interesting, very very useful info - but also mega depressing!

dripppps

im going to order the part for the steering column angle sensor. Anyone done the change themselves? Seems pretty straightforward after I have reviewed the details of pulling apart the steering column. I have the audi tech software so Im pretty confident...but...anyone ever change this part? Ive never pulled apart an airbag unit before, so while I have all the details in the service manuals...thought I would ask around too.

mishar

Are you changing steering angle sensor that comes with clockspring?

dripppps

Im not sure if it has a clock spring. It looks like a part that slides over the steering shaft and has an electrical connection. However, to get it replaced requires disassembling the steering wheel and column.

mishar

If it is item number 4 than it doesn't require disassembling of the column. Only steering wheel, including airbag.

That is not too complicated. Disconnecting battery is a smart precaution when dealing with airbags. Besides that there are just two Torx screws holding the airbag, accessible from behind the wheel when it is turned for 90°. You don't need to take them out when unscrewed. Be careful with those harnesses.

For the wheel you need a triple square key. Can't remember which one but Alan key 3/8 fits in there too. It is just not the right one. Mark the wheel position, or strait it before you take it off. You also need a small very long and thin Torx screwdriver in order to disassemble plastic cover.

To take the clockspring out you have to unhook black clips (check on the new part). Be careful with electrical contacts when you attach new clockspring. Especially the top right one. It is for the airbag and if it is not properly attached you will have airbag warning.

Trond B

I dont seem to get my torx to fit the steering colum cover, does anyone know what it is?
And the second question where does i use my feeler gauge referd on TSB to measure the gap?
kan anyone make a mark on the TSB.se photo above from TSB
I was at the dealership and they said plastic cover is a very long torx t8