
Advice: Common problems with the Audi A6
FixMyCar explores common problems with the Audi A6 and average repair costs.
Ellie Dyer-Brown, 1 day ago 5 mins read
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It's easy to travel in Swinton when your car is being repaired, thanks to public transport links from two train stations on the Manchester-Southport line and several bus services. There is a shopping centre between Chorley Road and Swinton Hall Road where you can get a bite to eat or shop while you wait. Park Street in Swinton has seen numerous road accidents due to being used as a cut-through between the A6 and A666, leading to the approval of plans for a one-way traffic lane and reduced speed limit.
Urban driving in Swinton may reduce fuel efficiency due to increased braking and accelerating, which also places greater strain on your engine. Slow-moving traffic reduces the airflow through your car's radiator, making the cooling system work harder, so you should check the coolant level regularly and top up as needed. Your brakes and suspension will also likely wear down quickly as you navigate busy roads with potholes. Since driving in Swinton can be tough on your car, following a regular servicing schedule is even more important.
Airbag systems work thanks to onboard sensors that detect when a car has crashed. A small explosive device in the airbag module detonates, inflating the airbag, which protects the driver and passenger from impact with the front of the car.
This system has several components: the ECU, ignitor, sensors, inflator, warning lights, passenger occupancy sensors and the airbags themselves. If one or more of these develops a fault, you'll need to book a car airbag repair as soon as possible.
Learn more about how airbags work in this guide.
The most obvious sign you need an airbag ECU repair is the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) warning light. When the airbag warning light comes on and stays on, an airbag light repair may be required, though the problem is likely related to the system rather than the light itself. In fact, the light may indicate a sensor problem, in which case you'll need to book a car airbag sensor repair.
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