Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2001 Audi A6 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Clearing Basic Setting (TT)
- Close door and turn ignition on. Open window and place a piece of wood 3-4" thick between window and upper door molding.
- Close window using window switch. Window will stop when it contacts wood. Window will now reverse direction and open.
- Repeat closing and opening 2 more times. After third time, automatic reversing feature is deactivated and window will remain closed and in contact with the wood as long as window switch is held in close position. When switch is released, window will open.
- Close window a fourth time. Window will stop when it contacts the wood and will stay in closed position after window switch is released. Open window and release switch. Place window switch in open position for more than one second.
- Remove wood and close window completely. Release window switch. Place window switch in close position for more than one second. Repeat clearing basic setting procedure 2 more times.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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