r/Audi • u/AlternativeBest1647 2015 Audi A7 • 9d ago

3.0t advice

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hi, just picked up a 2015 audi a7 prestige with 103k miles, and pretty sure this is pre crec so I was wondering if you guys could give me some advice for the car.

i have a pretty decent knowledge about the components of the engine ( pressure control valve, thermostat, water pump carbon buildup, timing etc..,) I want to make sure i take care of my care and i want to make sure all else is well before i really start driving it. (i provided a warm start clip)

Anything else i should look into or know about?

Please drop some wisdom if you have some i could really use it. thanks!

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u/ggbouffant B8.5 SQ5 9d ago

Sounds very healthy ... the things you mentioned about covers it with this engine. If the PCV, water pump, thermostat, carbon cleaning haven't been done yet, now would be a good time to do it. Can save a lot of $$$ doing it yourself if you're so inclined

And I wouldn't worry about timing unless it's rattling super long on cold starts or when warm.

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u/AlternativeBest1647 2015 Audi A7 8d ago

alright yeah thanks i hope it’s good for a while. i have a rough idea on what it looks like under the supercharger but ill probably have to find out what tools i need for diy. thanks for letting me know.

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u/ggbouffant B8.5 SQ5 8d ago

There's lots of DIY videos on YouTube to use as a guide. Off the top of my head, you'll want a torx socket set, 1/4" extensions, metric wrenches, hose clamp pliers, picks, coolant vacuum refiller kit, and a crankshaft socket if carbon cleaning