Audi Q7 front sensor
Discussion
A bit of a long shot but hopefully someone can help...
The driver side front sensor of our 2010 Q7 has gone a bit mental. It keeps detecting an object close to it even though there's nothing. I've tried cleaning the sensor but no difference. There are 4 zones of detection on the screen but I can only see 2 sensors. I imagine one sensor is split into 2 zones?
Anyway I've called Audi and was told they need the car for the day to diagnose and I'll be charged hourly labour... They are not sure how long it would take. Called my local indie guy but he doesn't want to touch it as he is not really experienced with the Q7.
What are my options? I've gone on eBay and the sensors themselves are cheap however now sure if I can replace them myself? Quick glance would suggest front bumper removal... Is there a cheap-ish ODB diagnostic tool I can buy to help diagnose this?
The driver side front sensor of our 2010 Q7 has gone a bit mental. It keeps detecting an object close to it even though there's nothing. I've tried cleaning the sensor but no difference. There are 4 zones of detection on the screen but I can only see 2 sensors. I imagine one sensor is split into 2 zones?
Anyway I've called Audi and was told they need the car for the day to diagnose and I'll be charged hourly labour... They are not sure how long it would take. Called my local indie guy but he doesn't want to touch it as he is not really experienced with the Q7.
What are my options? I've gone on eBay and the sensors themselves are cheap however now sure if I can replace them myself? Quick glance would suggest front bumper removal... Is there a cheap-ish ODB diagnostic tool I can buy to help diagnose this?
A working parking sensors makes a quiet 'clicking' (tick tick tick tick tick) noise when it's working.
Ignition on and sensors on but don't start the engine so you can hear. Put your ear up tight against the sensors one by one and the sensor(s) that don't click are either duff or disconnected.
Robert. Father. Brother etc....
Ignition on and sensors on but don't start the engine so you can hear. Put your ear up tight against the sensors one by one and the sensor(s) that don't click are either duff or disconnected.
Robert. Father. Brother etc....
Dr G said:
A working parking sensors makes a quiet 'clicking' (tick tick tick tick tick) noise when it's working.
Ignition on and sensors on but don't start the engine so you can hear. Put your ear up tight against the sensors one by one and the sensor(s) that don't click are either duff or disconnected.
Robert. Father. Brother etc....
Thanks for the tips Paul.Ignition on and sensors on but don't start the engine so you can hear. Put your ear up tight against the sensors one by one and the sensor(s) that don't click are either duff or disconnected.
Robert. Father. Brother etc....
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