Classic in the making!

Glad it helped!

Thanks Darren, next up is the interior clean. Any tips for drying out once I've completed a Wet Vac?

I confess I've never done a thorough clean like this before mate. I did have to dry the car out once as a result of leaking rear vents - easily done by removing the rear carpet and hanging it over the washing line. If doing door cards etc, stripping the car isn't a quick option. Doors open would be an obvious one, but this isn't overly practical at this time of year, nor warm enough to expedite drying either. If you have a dehumidifier, I'd be tempted to use this. Place it centrally in the car and run an extension lead through the rear tailgate. If you drop the rear hatch gently, you can lock the car without it squashing the cable.

Glad to help James and thanks for the comment. The video is shot in 4k so come back later and it should be in a higher resolution which should help more.

Hi Steve, I would suggest that you use your knee on the leading edge (headrest side) and push down whilst pulling the handle up at the rear. It is tricky on your own, but I have found this to work in exactly that situation.

@@mrbroons Thanks. Yes this worked. Found similar advice on the owners' club site.

Do you mean in terms of removing the rear seats?

Do you have a 5 seat or 4 seat version?

Hi. It's the 5 seat.

Thanks Juan, I don't have an A7 to try this on. I have found the follow video for an A6 (which the A7 is based on) and if you go to 11mins 30 secs on the video you will see the removal of the bolt, it looks the same as the A2 multi-spline socket. Hope that helps

Thanks!

Hi Stefan, I have had this issue before (or similar) and what worked for me was to put my knee on the seat whilst pushing it down into place, which pulling the handle at the rear, this seemed to help in my case.

Have you checked out my other video on how to reset your key when the battery is flat. Also ensure that you have enough power in the battery. Simply putting the key in the ignition if it's the right key should also work. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/isqUedyCr7PYpZ8.html

You are welcome

Don’t believe so but is it not simpler to get another XZN?

Maybe..

Hi! Welcome to my channel. So... The buttons are called “soft touch” and basically rub off as you have seen. The earlier cars have “hard touch” buttons and controls and a re a direct swap. If you can’t find these they are a permanent fix. There is a minor colour difference between them but they will never rub off. The plastic condition is the same issue. Look for parts from older A2s to fix. Pre 2002 cars. The BBY has more problems than the AUA that came before it. Stuck valves, clogged egr and air flow meter and oil consumption. I would clean out the air system first and egr. Also they are very picky with coil packs. If there are funny issues then replace with genuine Bosch parts. Thermostats and sensors also wear. If you have poor starting take off and clean the starter motor earth strap. I show the location in my lates my video. Please take a look at all my videos and let me know if you have any other questions. Please remember to subscribe and hit the bell icon and spread the word. I’m hoping to get to 1000 subscribers. MrB

@@mrbroons Thank you for the quick response, I know have more questions since I drove the car for a few days: - the car starts roughly when the engine is cold even if the overnight temp is above 10°C, - the climate control seems to have a mind of his own like it doesn't know the interior temp, and it feels like it's never blowing hot air, only cold. - yesterday the brake check appeard, and now the ABS light stays on, the brake pads and disc looks good, and the car brakes good to. Hope you have time to answer this questions too.

Ok. Let’s have a look. Do you have VCDS? VAG COM. If not get a cheap scanner and scan the car for faults. Then we can look at some of the issues for you. Cheers.

@@mrbroons Just got a quick scan this morning and this is the result: 00601 - potentiometer on positioning motor for central flap (g112); 00600 - potentiometer on positioning motor for temperature flap (g92); 01273 - fresh air blower (v2) 17-10 - control difference - intermittent. Could you please help me with the parts codes, because I cannot find them. Regards.

@@vacarescunicolae3333 It is quite a common problem - Take a look here for more info and help - www.a2oc.net/community/index.php?threads/potentiometer-on-positioning-motor.27885/

I have translated to English. Apologies if the translation is wrong. You asked if there is a sign on the dash when the hood is open? Do you mean the engine cover (bonnet) or tailgate (boot). If you mean the bonnet then I don’t think there is a sign on the dash but the car will not lock. If you mean the boot then it will appear on the dash if you have DIS but not otherwise. Hope this helps. If you are struggling send me a video of what you mean and I’ll try and help more. Happy New Year from Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@@mrbroons Spain please

@@mrbroons I get the minimum oil warning light on the dashboard

Ah ok. Obviously check the oil. It can come from battery issues and also coil pack issues. Is your car PetrolHead or diesel?

@@mrbroons diesel

Thanks Jon!