10 Secret Features on a Audi A3 | S3 | RS3

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  • Опубліковано 8 чер 2024
  • Hey guys in today's video we are going to show you 10 hidden tips/tricks that most people don't know their Audi A3,S3 & Rs3's are equipped with! Beware not all models have these features! Sit back and enjoy and comment down below which ones you have or don't and even ones I didn't mention!
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  • @RatchetWrenches
    @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +126

    Yes we are aware the Parking brake didn’t disengage due to not having my seatbelt on. We were in a closed off lot and didn’t have intents to actually drive so it slipped or mind. Unfortunately that was our mess up. We apologize but if you’re wondering how to disengage it you’d need your seatbelt on! Thanks for understanding!

    • @adamlyon1777
      @adamlyon1777 2 роки тому +5

      Auto disengage is part of every electric parking break whether it be an Audi or a ford

    • @donnyboy1972
      @donnyboy1972 Рік тому

      I used to pull up to gates put parking brake on the jump out and have to put seatbelt on just to drive through gates,was annoying til I read you can disengage it without having seat belt on by simply applying foot brake and put clutch in and pushing down on parking brake button,up is for engaging it..sorted .it works fine .

    • @veno8760
      @veno8760 Рік тому

      you just release the brake and accelerate when you put yourself in reverse or drive. just drive it normally

    • @PaulScottyUK
      @PaulScottyUK Рік тому

      Or you use an ODBIi tool such as VCDS to disable the seatbelt check. It makes it easier when shunting the car around on your drive and I don't need a nag system anyway.

    • @corem5385
      @corem5385 11 місяців тому

      No… it didn’t work cuz you had the door open…

  • @nathanbee4597
    @nathanbee4597 2 роки тому +192

    To get your passenger side mirror to dip when reversing: put car in reverse, adjust the mirror with the control to the angle you like, leave the switch selected on the passenger mirror. When you put the car back in D, it will tilt back to how it was.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +4

      Interesting I’m going to try that tomorrow!

    • @fatality2006
      @fatality2006 2 роки тому +2

      nice, i thought that was implemented on newer models, i have an 8V too. Audi lent me a 2022 A4 when i dropped my Sline off for some maintenance, the A4’s passenger mirror dips when i reversed and it went back to normal when i put it in drive. i was thinking that it was smart and was like “why they didn’t put it in my car?!?”
      update:
      mine does it, automatically dips the passenger mirror but it doesn’t go back to normal until i put the dial back to centre. i wouldn’t want to keep flipping the dial every time i reverse to get it to dip though, be using the dial too much - don’t want to wear it out & brake it. the feature may be on a newer mmi update though i would assume.

    • @MrGentleNick
      @MrGentleNick Рік тому +1

      Very good thing to mention and few knew it, but is on other makes too, and they do not know that either

    • @igi_2402
      @igi_2402 Рік тому +2

      My 2009 a8 has that feature as well. So not that new i guess

    • @IgWannA2
      @IgWannA2 Рік тому

      This is an option so not all cars will have the feature. Mine does, and it's pretty useful.

  • @RatchetWrenches
    @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +2

    how reliable is a stage 2 Audi s3? 6 month review! ua-cam.com/video/Qs4AxL1XdK0/v-deo.html

  • @danielvargas6755
    @danielvargas6755 2 роки тому +45

    yo the whole section with the AC and NSYNC warranted me to drop a like, that was gold

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +5

      Gotta put some comedy in there! Glad you enjoyed

  • @RatchetWrenches
    @RatchetWrenches  3 роки тому +8

    we installed the AWE SwitchPath Exhaust on this car< click here to see how it sounds! ua-cam.com/video/ZXOLTdvBdmY/v-deo.html

  • @mytexaslife3584
    @mytexaslife3584 2 роки тому +30

    I've had my A3 for nearly 4 years and I think I only knew about 2 of these lil Easter eggs. Thanks for the video. Gonna be trying some of these out 2mrw.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      We’re glad we can show you more! But no problem, thanks for watching!

  • @samspencer922
    @samspencer922 Рік тому +33

    Here's one you might not know? Deactivate keyless entry by pressing the lock button on the key, then straight after press the lock sensor on the door handle. The the little red light will blink several times if you've done it right and keyless entry will reactivate next time you hit unlock with the key. It prevents thieves who use the signal interception method.

  • @jarodofficer
    @jarodofficer 2 роки тому +12

    What might surprise you is that some of the features have been around a while. The windows up/down via the key in the door was on my '98 Audi A4. I used it all the time in the summer, even in reverse, when getting out of the car. Try some of these on other Audi models. I'll bet the windshield wiper service mode is on older models, too.

  • @zero92able
    @zero92able 2 роки тому +77

    Launch control prerequisites (or it won’t work):
    1. Transmission must be warm
    2. Steering wheel must not be turned even the slightest
    3. Traction control off
    4. Auto Start /Stop off
    5. You have 5 seconds after beginning the rev to release the brake or else it will time out and you’ll have to start over.
    If any of those are not done the car will engage the clutch and squat when your feet are on the brake and throttle at the same time.
    5 years with a 2017 S3

    • @BillardTournament
      @BillardTournament Рік тому +1

      ty man, same with the S5 i guess..i just had this "time out" happen to me recently.
      This answer the question i had with launch control ;p

    • @masonmarlatt4223
      @masonmarlatt4223 4 місяці тому

      Assume this is an "S" thing only? Tried launching my new to me A3 the other day and it was pretty embarrassing lmfaoo

  • @jefffawcett
    @jefffawcett 2 роки тому +10

    Excellent tips. The wiper thing is not just for servicing if you live someplace where you get sleet or snow and you have to leave your car outside you can put it in that position and then lift them off the windshield so they won’t be frozen onto your windshield. And I could see using the headlight washer if you’ve been driving around where there’s any kind of dirt or mud or some thing and now it’s night and you realize you don’t have nearly the illumination you should have. 👍

  • @xSoShi
    @xSoShi 2 роки тому +1

    picking up my 2014 a3 soon and these really helps me, thank you so much!

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Awesome!! And no problem, feel free to check out our other videos we uploaded, most of the videos can and will relate to your Audi A3!

  • @JamesReedy
    @JamesReedy 2 роки тому +6

    I was like this cheesedick right here, but honestly I learned something man! The wipers tip I didn't know and I didn't know about the door handle being able to roll the windows up. I always did it with the key fob on my A3 & RS3.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Ahahahahah cheesedick 🤣 but glad we could help ya out!

  • @Blessthefall333ccc
    @Blessthefall333ccc 2 роки тому +20

    I'm late but, the N-Sync thing was hilarious 🤣😭😂👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

  • @Robert-sl7sq
    @Robert-sl7sq 2 роки тому +22

    On European models, pressing and holding the lock button on the key fob will close all windows and roof. The rear fog light is to be used in Europe only with a visibility less than 150 ft.
    The spray jets are set to spray the window while driving. If you think they spray to high, use a sewing needle to adjust the jets.

    • @DoeJohn3rd
      @DoeJohn3rd 2 роки тому

      Any idea how to disable frontlight jetwash?

    • @thomasgustafsson7330
      @thomasgustafsson7330 Рік тому

      @@DoeJohn3rd Turn off the head light and it wont spray the lights.

    • @Vinny_Capatony
      @Vinny_Capatony Рік тому +2

      Same in USA.. you just have to hold the lock button on the car itself instead or get your key fob programmed to do it

  • @stevenbrown6366
    @stevenbrown6366 3 роки тому +27

    Nice video. Thanks for taking the time to make it. I went from a 2015 S3 (bumped up to Stage 2+) to a 2018 RS3 (Stage 1+ currently). Absolutely loved the S3 but the RS3 just has that much much more. Wanted to mention that the headlight washers are primarily used for winter driving when your front end is covered with snow and slush. Also, you would normally used the washers as the car is moving so the spray doesn't shoot up over your hood. Try it at 45 mph and you'll see what I mean. Washers are fairly standard in Europe. Not sure why exactly. I was stationed in Germany for 15 years and most of my cars there had headlight washers. Rear fog light is an awesome must use feature in heavy rain, fog, or snow. Makes a huge difference. I want to be seen! Very useful feature.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! And gotcha yeah I rarely ever use it but I’ll try it when driving, yeah I heard that it isn’t as common here in the states compared to Germany and other countries! How’d you like the stage 2 on the s3? That’s going to be my next step

    • @mike786551
      @mike786551 2 роки тому

      Went from a '17 S3 to '18 rs3 stage 2 E85 haha. Love every minute in this thing man.

    • @mergie96
      @mergie96 2 роки тому

      Also your headlight washers will automatically activate if your lights are on, so if you leave it in auto when it gets dark and the lights come on, you’ll find your headlight washers will come on but only once every 5 or so washes

    • @DoeJohn3rd
      @DoeJohn3rd 2 роки тому

      Not on european versions, the damn thing looks like it's always on when the windshield washer was starts.
      Funny thing to turn headlights off at night on motorway to make it stop like some moron suggested someplace on the internets.

    • @jjrclassics
      @jjrclassics Рік тому

      What were they running? I've got a Stage 1+ on 8V S3, at 380bhp. I'm debating is the next thing stage 2+ or go to an RS3/RS4

  • @andriybroda1340
    @andriybroda1340 Рік тому +1

    Awesome tips man! Thank you for this video! 🔥

  • @tracyyy99
    @tracyyy99 2 роки тому +10

    Thanks for this...I have a 2018 RS3... Not taking the key out of my pocket to lock the door is handy...and the ALL windows up is another trick to know.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Right! I tend to use the no key entry so often ahahah. Thanks for watching!

    • @nickydawson76
      @nickydawson76 7 місяців тому

      How did you activate this feature?

  • @janiceroberts339
    @janiceroberts339 7 місяців тому

    Love the tips still learning my car hey do you know if the Audi a6 have a oil stick or how do you change the transmission fluid in them

  • @rebeccaduggan1211
    @rebeccaduggan1211 2 роки тому +1

    I'm about to pick up an audi and i am so happy about the headlight washers living in the UK countryside where tractors are always bringing mud off the fields onto the roads lol my cars end up filthy in a matter of hours in winter
    Great review! I'm excited now

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Awesome! Goodluck with it! Thank you for you’re comment

  • @kingofthedad101
    @kingofthedad101 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for the video, informative and didn’t waste time! Well done 👍

  • @Surreal93
    @Surreal93 4 місяці тому

    I own my S3 since 7 years and this video still teached me some things, thank u!

  • @lordshark1919
    @lordshark1919 Рік тому +1

    The last one of course DA Best trick after the NSYNC one 😂 thx pal!!

  • @benandrovich112
    @benandrovich112 2 роки тому +1

    Dude, nice video!! Pretty rad, you just saved me 30-40 min of research!

  • @dornellsuffrien7819
    @dornellsuffrien7819 2 роки тому +4

    Usually in order for me to disengage the handbrakes, I'd have to press the foot break and then the handbrake. Another feature is; if you open the driver side of the door when the vehicle is in motion, It'll stop automatically by engaging the handbrake. Haven't tried any other door since it is just me. As for the wipers, I usually move them physically with my hand and move them forward. That works seamlessly. I'm aware of the other tips through playing around on my own lol. I usually use sports mode for that boost at times and also when overtaking. Drive in D and then shift to S and you'll overtake faster. You should show them how to shift to M (manual) mode as well. That is something i discovered on my own as well. When in D, simply shift the gear to the side and it'll go in M. Here you can shift up or down to go in a higher or lower gear. Of course there's voice command and cruise control and the paddle shifts you can shed some light on in the next video.

    • @ruilu2561
      @ruilu2561 11 місяців тому +1

      when you have your seat belt on , you don't need to press foot brake to release the car ...

  • @MrGentleNick
    @MrGentleNick Рік тому +3

    When it is really cold, putting the windscreen blades to change position works well . I picked that in the French Alps over night. The screen headlight washer is useful in summer when hot, but evenings with bugs. Obviously we use good washer fluid in Romania Hot in summer, deep snow in Winter. We use two types depending on weather and seasons. Tyres are very expensive in Romania, but I am in UK mostly. parts, servicing etc are cheaper there

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      That makes a lot of sense! Never thought of that! Thank you for the comment and feedback!

  • @linda_ladyleo133
    @linda_ladyleo133 Рік тому

    !Thank you so much. 😊I just purchased this car Love it and don’t know how to work it yet 😂I find your training to be easy to listen to, I laughed. I love how you keep it 💯. I’ll probably watch this about five or six time peace be with you.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾💥I

  • @bellauren7758
    @bellauren7758 Рік тому

    I did not know there is a headlight washer function on these cars! It may be boujie but I'm still gunna see if my S3 has it too! Good video, thanks for the chuckles too 😂

  • @MichaeldeFilippi
    @MichaeldeFilippi 7 місяців тому

    Wow, these tips are incredible! Thanks a lot. Cant wait to implement them.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  7 місяців тому

      Glad we could help out!

    • @MichaeldeFilippi
      @MichaeldeFilippi 7 місяців тому

      Synced the AC and have been using my finger to lock/unlock the car. That one is the best tip when you’re looking for the key

  • @M3GAMAN3
    @M3GAMAN3 2 роки тому

    this was informative af my dude, thank you.

  • @igorsutko7541
    @igorsutko7541 2 роки тому +1

    Great tips! Ty so much

  • @DS-ur1eo
    @DS-ur1eo 2 місяці тому

    Really nice video thank you so much for taking your time to show us. Amazing😄👍

  • @lucbegin7334
    @lucbegin7334 2 роки тому

    Didn't know about the wiper service mode, so thanks!

  • @franhuckaby2302
    @franhuckaby2302 Рік тому

    Thanks for the tips.. I just bought A3...I love tips...

  • @jeremyda23
    @jeremyda23 Рік тому +1

    Very informative thank you

  • @stephanieharrison6972
    @stephanieharrison6972 2 роки тому +4

    I love my S3! I didn't know about the fog lights in the back. Would you explain how you activated the headlight wipers? Thanks & Great video!

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      One of the best cars right! And yeah the headlight washers will only activate if you have your light switch set to “on” not “auto” and then you pull back on the wiper stalk to have it clean the windshield and while it does that it’ll clean your headlights if the car is equipped with the feature! Thanks for watching 👍🏽

    • @stephanieharrison6972
      @stephanieharrison6972 2 роки тому +1

      @@RatchetWrenches Worked perfectly on the headlights! Thanks for responding 😁

  • @pjsbudhai4761
    @pjsbudhai4761 2 роки тому +3

    You realy got me with the multiple nsync pics hahah

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Hahah glad you liked that! I didn’t realize how many time I said “in sync” so we decided to make it comical

  • @geigertron3000
    @geigertron3000 2 роки тому +2

    great vid, i just picked up the A3 ETr0n, wondering about your wheel n tire combo? factory? nice wheels

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      That’s awesome and currently I’m running stock wheels on continental pro contact plus tires. Eventually I’ll be switching out to different rims and tires tho

    • @allegrajanea
      @allegrajanea Рік тому +1

      I have an etron too and lemme say, for a hybrid, they're pretty fast 😅 hope you're having fun with it and saving some money on gas.
      Also, I have aftermarket wheels and low profile continental tires... literally just the tire change makes it look so much cleaner.

  • @MuNky1022
    @MuNky1022 2 дні тому

    Rear fog lights are pretty common, if not standard even in cheaper economic cars. They help a lot to be visible with the spray/mist clouds on a busy highway when it rains. Always remember - lights aren't always about you seeing, but being able to be seen by others (which is why people who don't turn on their lights at dusk triggers the hell out of me).

  • @timypp2894
    @timypp2894 2 роки тому +5

    Those headlights washers are great and are mainly used on Europeans roads where salt and gunk from the winters road that reduces the headlights intensity at night.
    Fogs lights in Europe are necessary due to many foggy conditions during winter months and they are very very bright here - safety. Sometimes it's too bright when idiots put them on in rain.

  • @t-bird399
    @t-bird399 Рік тому +1

    Great video mate, cheers 🍻

  • @unixkid3000
    @unixkid3000 Рік тому +1

    Thanks! I used this video to turn on my 'hold open" window roll down feature in my B9 A4. Menu is a little different but you can find it. Thanks!

  • @leandrolopez9956
    @leandrolopez9956 2 роки тому +2

    Didn't even know my a3 had launch control capabilities wow.... 😳 that deserves a like for sure

  • @brunogoncalves81
    @brunogoncalves81 8 місяців тому

    Nice video, talk about the MMI to worth with phone, and autostop tips

  • @rogerwu8221
    @rogerwu8221 2 роки тому +4

    Can you show us how you got that front headlight washer working? I don’t recall you showed what options to go into inside the car. Thanks. It was lovely to see all the cool features and got to know my car better. Really amazing👍

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +5

      So you have to turn the headlight switch to “on” can’t be on the “auto” position and then you have to activate your washer fluid for the wipers and it’ll activate the headlight washers as well if they’re equipped!

    • @rogerwu8221
      @rogerwu8221 2 роки тому

      @@RatchetWrenches thanks bro! Much appreciated

    • @vgasar
      @vgasar 5 місяців тому +1

      It works on my 2022 s3 when headlights are set to auto by pulling turn signal stick toward you while pulling wiper stick toward you. Btw, I didn’t know about this feature until now. Seems like dealer should show this to owners.

  • @lits5984
    @lits5984 2 роки тому +4

    Looking to buy an s3 in the next few months, thanks for the video and tips, this car never ceases to amaze me! Can’t wait to own one! One question, how are the yearly maintenance costs? Heard they’re expensive.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +2

      You’ll love it! You’re right though it constantly just has another surprise around the corner hahah. But unfortunately owning an Audi is pricey. I wouldn’t know the exact prices since I do the work on my own but when I worked for VW which is basically the same car for a regular 15k service you’ll look at around $500-600 or so. But it all depends really

    • @lits5984
      @lits5984 2 роки тому

      @@RatchetWrenches That's not too bad, guess it beats repair costs if you neglect the car. Thanks for the reply 👍🏻

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +2

      @@lits5984 oh for sure. With these cars yes the maintenance might be expensive but trust me it’s so much cheaper then when having something break! Maintain these cars and they’ll stay strong for a long time

    • @DT-dp1so
      @DT-dp1so 2 роки тому

      it is not much more expensive than a regular a3 ~ at least here in germany

    • @orangenblk
      @orangenblk 7 місяців тому +1

      Maintenance costs? Yea pretty high. Just do your homework in researching Audi service station. I got a quote to replace the low/high beam HID Xenon bulbs and they quote me....390 USD. Two hours labor was in the estimate. Checked it myself and looks super easy to do. Online using the bulb information, I found the exact bulbs/mfgr for 25 each. 100% gouge IMHO, citing the over-used terms "supply chain issues" and higher costs.

  • @AFG_MK7PP
    @AFG_MK7PP 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the tips!

  • @mentalkuk-ryantommothompson
    @mentalkuk-ryantommothompson 2 роки тому +1

    Useful video dude 👏🏼👏🏼

  • @skywiseaviationuk
    @skywiseaviationuk 2 роки тому +1

    Good video man, Thanks

  • @serg_lemus
    @serg_lemus Рік тому +1

    I've had mine for 7 months now and truly love this car so smoothly to ride🤙

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      That's awesome! Yeah it's really a beautiful well rounded car!

  • @28hitman
    @28hitman 2 роки тому +1

    Hello mate, just a quick question. Have you configured yourself the asterisk button? It would be nice to have all those options, especially the "drive select" but unfortunately mine doesn't have these options.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Hey there, unfortunately some of these features aren’t offered on all the models which is most likely the case for you.

  • @chassis_slap_rc7987
    @chassis_slap_rc7987 2 роки тому +1

    Great video 👍🏻.. I have a 2016 A3 ..got everything to work except for the wiper washer..

  • @DandyNun
    @DandyNun 2 роки тому +8

    I think that the headlight washers activate every 3rd time that you activate the screen washers. You have to have your seatbelt on for the handbrake to auto release 👍🏻

    • @DoeJohn3rd
      @DoeJohn3rd 2 роки тому +1

      Lucky you, on mine those damn headlight washers activate each time the headlights are on and the windshield wash is on.
      And the headlight washer wastes a lot of liquid and leaves a lot of spots on the hood.

  • @Vinny_Capatony
    @Vinny_Capatony 6 місяців тому +4

    My rear fog lights are actually my “tailgate defeater”
    Late night drives and someone wants to play bumper cars I turn them on and watch there angry face start to glow red 😂

  • @mylesyeoman7799
    @mylesyeoman7799 2 роки тому +1

    Great video!

  • @AkhonaNgquba
    @AkhonaNgquba 2 роки тому +2

    All of these are on the B8 A4 as well. Which means i might even have the service mode for wipers shortcut. At the moment i have to ho into the MMI to put them in service. Going to try it out. Thanks

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Awesome I didn’t know that but yeah it’s possible you can access the service mode like this rather then in the MMI unit! Thanks for watching

  • @Mike_lowrey370
    @Mike_lowrey370 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video 💯‼️

  • @zayakayo873
    @zayakayo873 Рік тому

    Hi pal..
    I have A6 2019 premium plus, how do I turn off rear backup camera washer ?? Need help .. thanks 🙏

  • @ecurb10
    @ecurb10 2 роки тому +1

    Helpful thanks.
    What year model is this?
    Also, could you explain how to activate the headlight washers please - you don't actually say what to press🤔

    • @bumdiggity
      @bumdiggity 2 роки тому

      I believe this is 16 or older. But I could be wrong.
      For the headlight washers, turn the headlight knob all the way to the right then pull the windshield washer lever. The knob is on the left side, below the steering wheel.

  • @Brainman365
    @Brainman365 2 роки тому +8

    Long press the boot / trunk button on the remote and it will lift. Unfortunately it won’t close again.

  • @vincentskate96
    @vincentskate96 2 роки тому +1

    3:41 omg thank you dude ! I have a RS3 and it was so boring to choose with the two buttons 😂

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      You’re welcome! And haha right it was annoying to have to manually sync them too lol

  • @Starlett04
    @Starlett04 Рік тому +1

    I have a 19 a3 premium plus and I would like to know how’d you engaged the headlight washers? I think that is cool as hell and want to try it myself lol

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому +1

      It’s actually pretty simple you have to turn the headlights on (can’t be on AUTO headlights) has to actually be switched on then pull the washer stalk as if you were gonna spray the windshield and if you hold it there it’ll engage the headlight washers as well! If this doesn’t work or makes sense there’s plenty of videos on how to get them to work!

  • @squeekyshoes
    @squeekyshoes Рік тому +3

    One Easter egg I recently discovered is an 12v air pump in the trunk by the spare tire to pump air into your tires - the rear fog light is a Europe thing I think it is a required item there

  • @Mariano_garcia
    @Mariano_garcia Рік тому +2

    For switching into sports mode and stuff if you move the gear shifter to drive then pull it back one time it automatically puts it in sports mode instead of using that star button on the steering wheel so you can use it for other things and you don’t have to press the drive select button

    • @Vinny_Capatony
      @Vinny_Capatony Рік тому +2

      It only works for putting your engine and trans in sport that way. In order for your suspension to do it too you still need to select it from drive select or arose you’ll be sporting about on comfort 😂

  • @travelsphereuk-7090
    @travelsphereuk-7090 2 роки тому +1

    Nice review. Subscribed

  • @TomChard
    @TomChard 2 роки тому +31

    Launch control should launch at 4k, not 2k.... you need to hold the ESC button down for 3 secs or so, then TC and ESC both disengage

    • @James-nj6be
      @James-nj6be 2 роки тому +1

      All you have to do is Dynamic mode then put gearbox into S then press ESC once so its on sport traction. No point in turning off ESC all together

    • @cheanamean
      @cheanamean 2 роки тому

      @@James-nj6be i feel like LC didn't engage when I had everything off, only worked for me when pressing esc once

  • @RasingaInstrumentals
    @RasingaInstrumentals 2 роки тому +1

    you got me with the NSYNC picture that came out of nowhere @3:32

  • @Celtation
    @Celtation 2 роки тому +5

    I use the rear fog lights as a tailgate repellent. To most people it looks like you're braking so they back off

  • @lukedavies8469
    @lukedavies8469 2 роки тому +7

    Yeah.. I realised when I brought my Audi A3 this year, that you have to make sure you got your seatbelt on put it in drive and then go. This will make sure the parking break is off.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Yeah it makes total sense. When we were filming we were in a secluded lot so we didn’t even think to put our seatbelt on. But it makes perfect sense for safety reasons

  • @lionelboironpro1014
    @lionelboironpro1014 2 роки тому +5

    Nice dude, I learn some tricks, thanks for that. For the parking break, you must close your security belt!!!! That's the reason why it does'nt work during your vidéo :-)

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Glad you learned! And yeah we know hahaha we didn’t even realize since we were in a parking lot so we didn’t bother putting it on 😂😂 whoops! But thanks for the comment!

  • @joseargueta4373
    @joseargueta4373 3 роки тому +19

    Quick tip If you hold the ESC button for around 10 seconds or a bit less it will say sport ESC off and it will Launch around 4-5k RPMS instead of 2500!!

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  3 роки тому +6

      Oh shit! I didn’t know that thank you!

    • @wparsons
      @wparsons 3 місяці тому

      Yeah, the 2500rpm one isn't launch control at all, and it'll do that even in non sport mode with TC fully on. When the real launch control engages it shows it in the cluster that it's active

  • @sricharte89
    @sricharte89 2 роки тому +2

    these features definitely work on the higher spec cars as you mentioned i have the basic se version which means standard version so your basic ew, c/l, ac are the normal not even cruise control was offered Audi is so greedy when it comes to standard list of features but i have heated mirrors who would have thought oh those headlight sprays are not for cleaning its for snow or ice as led or xenon don't heat up like a halogen bulb so that's there for that

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Damn that’s unfortunate that a lot of the features you don’t have. Quite honestly a lot of them are useless in my opinion but that Makes a lot of sense for the headlight washer, good to know! Thank you

  • @mountains889
    @mountains889 Рік тому

    i have an '08 A6 with 210k miles - headlight washers work great and I do use them when they're covered with mag chloride in the winter

  • @daren9721
    @daren9721 3 роки тому +4

    Awsome I didn't know it had headlight washers. I'm gonna check it out now thanks for the tips

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! And yeah it's definitely a unique feature

    • @daren9721
      @daren9721 2 роки тому +1

      @@RatchetWrenches I still can't figure out to use the headlight washer lol

    • @killer_vette351
      @killer_vette351 2 роки тому

      @@daren9721 only happens sometimes for me. It’s weird. I can only see it at night

    • @daren9721
      @daren9721 2 роки тому

      @@killer_vette351 I give up on lol . Nice vette, I got a c5 z06 it's getting a duel clutch break it in and then ecs supercharger

    • @killer_vette351
      @killer_vette351 2 роки тому

      @@daren9721 you might not have the feature then I guess. And thanks man, same to you. Gonna be moving with that supercharger. I had a C5 before my c7.

  • @joeychitwood6004
    @joeychitwood6004 2 роки тому +1

    Hella sweet brother! looks like my 2020 Jetta.

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Thank you! And nice nice! I love a clean Jetta

  • @MATIvmr
    @MATIvmr 2 роки тому

    Do more tips and tricks about Audi A3 as I'm getting my s-line next week ! :D

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Hahah there’s only so many tips and tricks they have to offer!

  • @rent2ownnz
    @rent2ownnz Рік тому +1

    Great Video thanks for that! Pity you did not go over how to accept and end a phone call on these things haha...

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      Thank you! And yeah I didn’t want to go over the basic stuff, I kinda wanted to showcase tips and tricks. The answering and ending phone calls is pretty self explanatory in all honesty! I’m sorry

  • @sarojinichelliah5500
    @sarojinichelliah5500 Рік тому

    Thanks dude. That was certainly fun. One day my Audi A3 launched by itself without even being in sports mode. Oh, what a feeling!

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      Our pleasure! And hahah right it’s such an adrenaline rush

  • @elliotshaw9453
    @elliotshaw9453 Рік тому +1

    Great nsync reference 😊

  • @muntahasiddiqui9756
    @muntahasiddiqui9756 Рік тому +3

    YASSSS THE VIDEO IVE BEEN LOOKING FOR!!! Thank you. Can you please do another video on the launch control

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      Glad we can provide! Thanks for watching! And yeah we can make a video in the near future for it I’m sure

  • @zorangrujic657
    @zorangrujic657 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! Just didn’t catch how you activate headlight washer. I have 21 Q7 has those little squares but I tought they don’t function. What exactly you press to activate? Thank you

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! And if it’s truly equipped with the headlight washers you have to put the headlight switch in the “on” position for the headlight’s and not on “auto” and then activate the wipers and it will spray the windshield then the headlights!

    • @zorangrujic657
      @zorangrujic657 2 роки тому

      @@RatchetWrenches sounds great, thank you for quick respond! All the best! Will let you know

    • @DandyNun
      @DandyNun 2 роки тому

      I think they activate every 3rd time that you activate the screen washers 👍🏻

    • @moceri55
      @moceri55 Рік тому

      Your headlights need to be illuminated for them to work. If you have it in auto they will only work when the lights are illuminated so only at night in this case. If you want to use it during the day the lights have to be out of auto mode to be illuminated.

  • @baafidaniel464
    @baafidaniel464 2 роки тому

    And what does increasing the Rev does to the car any advantages and disadvantages

  • @CarXrsa
    @CarXrsa 3 дні тому

    I just Picked up the A3 today , I thought the Electronic handbrake was acting up too 😅 all it wanted was me to put my seatbelt on and it will drive off without the drivers seat belt on u won’t be able to drive off try it that’s why u were able to drive off the time u tried to launch it ur seatbelt was on . Thanks For the other tips I will check them out 🤘🏽🔥🔥🔥great content

  • @daniellerodriguez2150
    @daniellerodriguez2150 3 роки тому +1

    So educational

  • @alexamallozzi5349
    @alexamallozzi5349 3 роки тому +1

    Ooo very informative

  • @car_fan_101
    @car_fan_101 2 роки тому +1

    Looked quite cool

  • @sergiozaragoza971
    @sergiozaragoza971 Рік тому

    Gracias no sabia como sincronizar el aire acondicionado 👍👍👍

  • @SigmaStoicGemini
    @SigmaStoicGemini 3 роки тому

    Good tips Man! My wife drives an A3, and I was not aware of most of these features....thank you!

  • @Gpsi861
    @Gpsi861 Рік тому +1

    fantastic video honestly but do we really think there's anyone that doesn't know about keyless entry?

  • @christianyoung4192
    @christianyoung4192 2 роки тому +5

    Great video bro 👍🏾 I learned alot. I have a 2015 Audi A3 n I'm still learning things about her n I glad you added the Audi games part 🤣 These cars nowadays are like cell phones. Appreciate it bro

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you! And hahah that’s so true they’re not just a car anymore they’re more like computers haha but feel free to check out our other Audi s3 videos, most of them should relate to the A3!

    • @chillis8267
      @chillis8267 2 роки тому

      Its him not Her.

  • @nbercik5
    @nbercik5 Рік тому +1

    To get your automatic handbrake realised when pulled of u need to have your seatbelt fasten !

  • @chika4275
    @chika4275 2 роки тому +1

    Dude ive had this car for three years and i had no idea! LOL :)

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Hahaha that’s okay! Now you know! Better late then never 🤣

  • @stringer6435
    @stringer6435 2 роки тому +1

    great video!

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  2 роки тому

      Thank you!

    • @stringer6435
      @stringer6435 2 роки тому

      @@RatchetWrenches you seemed quite clued up on audi hence i come across your vid, iv had this come up on my car but then goes off, cars drives fine but it started to appear after my fear box service by audi …audi shift to p before leaving car??

  • @matejzatko787
    @matejzatko787 2 роки тому +7

    Its because you have xenon headlights (I know, halogen headlights have'em too)... Thats the reason, why you have headlight washer and it is very good feature on every car, you would see the difference between non washable headlights and yours, when they're dirty, in europe it's required, when you have xenon..🤓🙈But, very good video!☺️PS: Sorry for my grammar..

  • @rafaelsorto2243
    @rafaelsorto2243 Рік тому +1

    Great

  • @janiceroberts339
    @janiceroberts339 7 місяців тому

    How do you adjust the review mirror on a Audi a62012 it went move

  • @fabricionaweb
    @fabricionaweb 2 роки тому

    in the sync air system you got my like

  • @ideaoverload910
    @ideaoverload910 Рік тому +1

    How can I find info on a 2018 Audi S5 prestige? Do any of these work for it.
    Also I have a square tab under my right headlight, not my driver side side. So that can’t be a headlight washer, right? Because there’s only one.
    Oh, last thing. I know about the parking break tip. But it actually easier to just push the button lol

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому +1

      I’d say your best bet is on forums or Facebook groups! But yeah that isn’t the headlight wagers that’s the tow hook cover. And yeah I agree with that tip for sure lol!

  • @elliotshaw9453
    @elliotshaw9453 Рік тому +1

    So are my headlights washing when I wash my windscreen?
    Does my 2015 S3 sedan😊have all these features?
    How do i get service due off the screen I'm still 7000km (4400 miles) off my next service and it say service due and I'm only able to reset the oil 🛢 not the tool symbol that says perpetually service due

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      Yes they work at the same times as the windshield washers. And most of these cars are equipped with the same features but sometimes they’re not so without seeing the car and trying them myself I couldn’t tell you. And resetting that light for “inspection due” can be done with this tool as well I wouldn’t know how to explain it unfortunately because there’s many steps but you can find videos on UA-cam on how to do it or online

  • @christopherchurch8116
    @christopherchurch8116 Рік тому

    Many thanks for some great tips, any chance of showing how to update the satnav for free, my car is a A6 C7 and a European model 🇬🇧🇬🇧

    • @RatchetWrenches
      @RatchetWrenches  Рік тому

      Unfortunately to update it you’d have to go to a dealer!

  • @ianmerriman3128
    @ianmerriman3128 Рік тому

    Not a comment but may I ask a question? I have an A3 cabriolet, when the roof closes it sometimes opens the drivers side window rather than closes it, anyone know why?