Audi S5 Alignment & Mercedes S550 Inspection

A customer Audi S5 is in for an alignment. Our courtesy 30pt inspection also found the brake fluid was well above 4% moisture content which may be in soon for more service. Behind, S550 Mercedes Benz in for a inspection – at Meister Werks European & Import Renton, WA 1 block south from The Renton Landing
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History

The Audi S5 is the high-performance variant of Audi‘s A5. It is also the coupé, cabriolet, and five-door fastback versions of the fourth-generation (B8) Audi S4 saloon and estate models.

Like all Audi “S” cars, they are only available as standard with Audi’s quattro four-wheel drive (4WD) system, here in S5 using aTorsen-based centre diff system.[1]

Most versions of the S5 are manufactured at Audi’s plant in Ingolstadt, Germany; they are available as a coupé, cabriolet, and five-door sportback, which was previously not available in North America until the 2018 model year, which was released in the United States in mid 2017. The cabriolets are built at Audi’s factory in Neckarsulm, Germany. The Chassis in an S5 and A5 are different.

S5 B8.5/8.5T (2013-2017)

The (B8.5/8.5T or Facelift) Audi S5 Coupé uses the 3.0 L Supercharged V6 TFSI engine producing 245 kW, previously used in the S5 Cabriolet and S4 Sedan/Avant since the 2010 model year. The other major change under the bonnet is the introduction of stop-start technology for better fuel efficiency. Audi claims an average fuel economy of 8.9 litres/100 km (compared to the current 12.6 litres/100 km in the V8 coupe and 10.7 litres/100 km in the Cabriolet). In 2017, Audi replaced the supercharged 333 HP engine with a single turbocharged 183 cu in, 2995 cc, 354 HP engine, an increase of 21 HP from the supercharged model. Although more powerful at low RPM, Audi made a decision to replace the supercharger with a turbocharger based on European driver’s preference for smaller, more efficient, yet powerful engines, a market which Mercedes and BMW have always lead.
      
Sportback (facelift)

As part of the mid-generational refresh, the S5 undergoes some major front-end changes, including a complete redesign of the headlights – this means new LED DRL’s, a brand-new grille loosely based on the 2012 Audi A6 grille and new fog lamps. Audi has also introduced a new rear diffuser that appears to be more cosmetic than the one found on previous models and updated LED tail light design.[6]

Inside, the S5 receives some new features. Dials in the center console get the chrome treatment along with the edges of the buttons for the windows, 4 Audi MMI control buttons and Audi’s 3G+ MMI which has a slightly refreshed interface and now features Google Earth maps. Audi has brought the shift knob from the RS5 to the S5. There is a shift from having four buttons down each side of the console, to just two with the addition of a Menu and Car buttons below the MMI control dial (Audi has removed the skip forward / backward buttons that previously occupied the space on either side of the back button). Lastly, a flat-bottom steering wheel style will have a new circular airbag cover as well as piano black trim.

– Source: Wikipedia

 

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Audi R8 Custom Work

An Audi R8 is in the shop getting new exhaust, K&N air filters, powder coated calipers and a few other custom things – at Meister Werks Renton, WA 1 block south from The Landing

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History

The Audi R8 (Typ 42) is a mid-engine, 2-seater sports car, which uses Audi’s trademark quattro permanent all-wheel drive system. It was introduced by the German car manufacturer Audi AG in 2006.

The car is exclusively designed, developed, and manufactured by Audi AG’s high performance private subsidiary company, Audi Sport GmbH (formerly quattro GmbH), and is based on the Lamborghini Gallardo platform. The fundamental construction of the R8 is based on the Audi Space Frame, and uses an aluminium monocoque which is built using space frame principles. The car is built by quattro GmbH in a newly renovated factory at Audi’s ‘aluminium site’ at Neckarsulm in Germany.

In 2005, Audi announced that the name of the successful Audi R8 race car would be used for a new road car in 2007, the Audi R8, based on the Audi Le Mans quattro concept car (designed by Frank Lamberty and Julian Hoenig), appearing at the 2003International Geneva Motor Show, and 2003 Frankfurt International Motor Show. The R8 development program began in 2004, Lamberty’s design being approved and frozen for production. Production body prototypes began field testing in January 2006. The R8 road car was officially launched at the Paris Auto Show on 30 September 2006. There was some confusion with the name, which the car shares with the 24 Hours of Le Mans winning R8 Le Mans Prototype (LMP). 6-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winnerJacky Ickx described the R8 as “the best handling road car today”.

It is also the first production car with full-LED headlamps.

-Source – Wikipedia

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BMW 750Li ABS brake module – Repair & Maintenance

BMW 750Li in for a BMW Repair / ABS brake module. We can perform your BMW repair service and maintenance needs as well. – at Meister Werks Renton, WA 1 block south from The Landing.

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History

The BMW 7 Series is a full-size luxury sedan produced by the German automaker BMW since 1977. It is the successor to theBMW E3 “New Six” sedan and is currently in its sixth generation.

The 7 Series is BMW’s flagship car and is only available as a sedan (including long wheelbase and limousine models). It traditionally introduces technologies and exterior design themes before they trickle down to other models in BMW’s lineup.[1]

The first generation 7 Series was powered by straight-6 petrol engines, and following generations have been powered by inline-4,straight-6, V8 and V12 engines with both natural aspiration and turbocharging. Since 1995, diesel engines have been included in the 7 Series range.

Unlike the 3 Series and 5 Series sedans, BMW has not produced an M model for the 7 Series (ie an “M7”). However, in 2014 an “M Performance” option became available for the 7 Series.

Fourth generation (E65/E66/E67/E68; 2002–2008) BMW 750Li

Main article: BMW 7 Series (E65) • BMW 740Li sedan
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Facelift BMW 730d (Germany)

The E65/E66/E67/E68 is the fourth generation 7 Series, which was produced from 2001 to 2008. The model range consisted of standard length and long wheelbase (“Li” models) sedans.

The E65/E66/E67/E68 was the first BMW to include iDrive, “flame-surfacing” exterior styling, active anti-roll bars, a 6-speed automatic transmission, an electronic Smart Key (dispensing with the traditional metallic key) and night vision. The 760i model was the world’s first production V12 engine to use direct injection.

-Source: Wikipedia

TECH:

Know your car’s maintenance intervals and keep up with service

Each vehicle has a maintenance schedule, outlined in the owner’s manual.  Be sure you read and understand the schedule.  Items that require regular maintenance include the car’s fluids, tires, brakes, and filters. Oil and air filter changes are particularly important to keep the engine running efficiently.

Did you know? These days experts say that you only need to change your oil every 5,000 miles (not every 3,000 miles like 10 – 15 years ago)? A good rule of thumb is: If the vehicle is a 2003 model or newer, it’s fine to change the oil every 5,000 miles.

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New Equipment – Even Better Service at The Renton Landing!

New Equipment –
Even Better Service at The Renton Landing!

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New equipment, means even better service for your vehicle at The Renton Landing!

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AC 1AC Service Machine

We now offer full service on your air conditioner at The Renton Landing. Air not blowing cold? Schedule an appointment for an AC check to get your air blowing cold again! Also a friendly reminder, if your AC will not blow cold you may have defrost issues in the winter.

 

 

 

 

 

BalancerTires, Mounting and Balancing

While your vehicle is in for service, we can also take care of your tire needs! If you need new tires, or even just a rotation or balance, our team has you covered.

 

 

 

 

 

Tire MachineTire Sales

Looking for new tires? We have several brands available at The Renton Landing, with something to fit every budget. Keeping your vehicle safe on the road has never been easier! We can easily take care of your tires while you are in for your next service.

 

 

 

 

Keep It Running

Keep It RunningSchedule your vehicle maintenance in Renton, WA

It’s crucial to stay current with your car’s service schedule. A properly maintained engine will ensure a long lasting future for your vehicle and less costly, time consuming repairs down the road.

At Meister Werks European & Import, our team members will inspect and service your vehicle’s most vital systems in Renton, WA. From fluid changes and fluid flushes to air filters and tire rotations, we’ll keep you cruising smoothly to work and play— and back again!

Three Reasons to Get Your Car Serviced RegularlyGETTING YOUR VEHICLE MAINTENANCE IN RENTON, WA, BY MEISTER WERKS EUROPEAN & IMPORT IS A SMART CHOICE FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:

1. It can prevent larger problems. For instance, failure to keep your car’s engine oil clean can eventually lead to clogs in the pistons and carburetor. Get service now to save major money on parts and labor down the road.
2. It can uncover more serious issues. Having your car regularly serviced by a specialist who knows what to look for is a good way to discover problems early on, before damage to your vehicle can occur.
3. It can save money on towing. It’s never fun to be the person whose car is broken down on the side of the highway, waiting for a tow company. At Meister Werks European & Import, we’d rather service your vehicle than tow it!

 

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BMW Service Engine Soon Light

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What you need to know about your Service Engine Soon light:

  • It does not mean you need an oil change.
  • S.E.S. lights come on when something causes the engine to not run correctly.
  • There is only one light so there is no way of knowing if there are multiple issues without doing diagnostics.
  • Service engine soon lights can also be related to your transmission.
  • When the SES light comes on the performance of the engine will be lower. (Emission levels are a sign of engine performance, that’s why a check engine light won’t let your car pass state inspection if they test for emissions.)
  • Service engine soon, check engine, reduced performance and engine malfunction are all the same thing!

At Meister Werks in Renton, we get this question all the time, “My service engine light just came on and I think you forgot to reset the light after my last oil change”. We wish it was that simple. This light is not a oil change reminder. This is a Check Engine light or CEL. Typically this has something to do with a sensor, emission control or even the transmission. It is difficult to tell what the issue is without a complete scan of the vehicle’s Engine Control Module or ECM. Further diagnostics may be required after this test is complete.

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A orange Service Engine Soon or SES light means that there is a problem with the way your car is working. It might seem to be running fine, but there is a problem. It’s nothing to be alarmed about, but you should make an appointment with us when you have free time. We will be able to scan your ECM and let you know what the problem may be.

service-engine-soon-light redA red SES light means that there is a serious problem and you should make a appointment immediately. There could be serious damage to your car and a diagnostic is required right away. If your car does not seem to be running right or any other lights or messages are displayed on the dash, turn the car off and have the car towed in. You do not have to call, just have it towed to Meister Werks at 618 Park Ave N, Renton, WA 98057. Just one block south of the The Landing next to Boeing.

For more information or to schedule your appointment, contact us at 425.254.0627 or email us.

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Carbon Clean Induction Services From BG

Meister Werks in Renton is now officially a BG Dealer and their carbon clean systems. BG Products are known for their quality chemicals for cleaning your engines components. These chemicals clean systems such as the carbon from air intakes , PCV & EGR systems, oil treatments, fuel injectors, crankcase, valves,, brake systems, transmission and more. You will be amazed how much better your vehicle will run after these services are performed.
Call us today at 425.254.0627 to schedule your carbon clean induction service. Packages start at $375 + oil change and tax.
About BG’s Products
 BG Induction Tool
BG VIA® Vehicle Injection Apparatus™

 

Symptoms:

  • Poor fuel economy
  • Power loss
  • Rough idle
  • Hard starting
  • Pinging/Knocking
  • Increased emissions

Features:

  • Cleans fuel injectors
  • Cleans throttle body
  • Cleans plenum and air intake
  • Cleans intake valves and ports
  • Removes combustion chamber deposits
  • Corrects balance of fuel and air in system

Benefits:

  • Restored fuel efficiency
  • Better performance
  • Restored power
  • Reduced harmful emissions

This service includes BG 44K® Fuel System Cleaner.

 

BG Fuel/Air Induction & Carbon Clean service is backed by the Lifetime BG Protection Plan™ if the initial service is performed within 75,000 miles/120,000 km. To maintain coverage, get a BG Fuel/Air Induction Service every 15,000 miles/24,000 km!

Ask about complimentary roadside assistance when you purchase a BG service.

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Brake Fluid Power Bleeding

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BRAKE FLUID POWER BLEEDING

Volkswagen ABS Brake Fluid Bleeding Renton, WA
In this tutorial we will be going over bleeding the brake fluid system in a 1999 VW B5 Volkswagen Passat. There is one special tool you will need to do this, a VAG-COM VCDS by Ross Tech. This is the go to for a Volkswagen scanning tool. They typically run about $300-400 for the full version. There are a few other brands of scan tools you can use like Launch Pad, but the VCDS system works the best.

On this Volkswagen Passat, the VCDS is very easy to use. Sometimes accessing the controller is done though either ‘Basic Setting’ or ‘Adaptation’ as mentioned in the video.

 

About Ross-Tech:
Ross-Tech, LLC is located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. We provide diagnostics solutions for VW, Audi, Seat, and Skoda automobiles through our principal product, VCDS.

VCDS and VCDS-Mobile will work with most Volkswagen and Audi models sold World-Wide 1994 through the current model year. It will work with some cars all the way back to model year 1990. It will also work with most late-model SEAT, and Skoda models sold in markets other than North America. If your VW or Audi has a 16-pin “OBD-II style” Data Link Connector,  VCDS will definitely work.  If your car has the old “2×2” Data Link Connection, check if there is a wire going to each pin, as shown in the picture. If there are four wires, VCDS should work with any diagnostics-capable modules that are present.  If there are only three wires, then nothing in the car is diagnostics-capable..  Please see these Application Charts where you can select your model and see which modules can communicate with VCDS.  Also see the Issues page for a few things that may not work as expected.

You can call us any time to get your brake fluid bleed in Renton, WA. We are located next to The Renton Landing at 618 Park Ave N., 1 block south of Dicks Sporting Goods, Petsmart, Fry’s and Target. We are right across from the Boeing corporate building and the Boeing Store. Easy access to theI-405 freeway off Exit 6 & minutes from I-5. E-mail or call us anytime at 425.254.0627 to schedule an appointment. Volkswagen ABS brake fluid bleed Renton.

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Cold Air Intakes – Mk6/5 Jetta / GTI

Cold Air Intakes – The Do’s and Don’ts

When purchasing a cold air intake or CAI for your VW, there are a few things to look for. The video below will explain every thing you need to know about the CAI system for your Volkswagen Mk5 or Mk6 Golf, Jetta or GTI.


One of the easiest ways to get more power from your engine is to dump the OE air filter and air intake system and replace them with high-flow cold air intake aftermarket part. Factory systems are designed with priorities other than performance, like low intake noise and cost. As a result, most vehicles come from the factory with restrictive air boxes and intake tubes, and cheap paper air filters. Choose a system like Unitronic’s cold air intake and make your engine come alive.

From How Stuff Works:
In the on-going quest to make our vehicles more powerful and fun to drive, people have come up with some great aftermarket systems. Of course there are lots of changes you can make to the engine like a new exhaust system, bolt-ons like superchargers and turbos but seriously, that stuff costs tons of money and you’ll probably spend more than a weekend installing those parts. And then there are cold air intakes.

Cold air intakes are a fairly inexpensive modification (typically a few hundred dollars) and easier to install than most other engine modifications. No, they won’t add quite as much power as other engine mods, but they will help your engine in some other ways.

Think of a factory air intake system as like having a cold that clogs up your head and restricts your breathing. Now go running. It’s not going to work very well is it? A cold air intake is like amazing medicine that allows your engine to finally breath.

Cold air intakes move the air filter outside of the engine compartment so that cooler air can be sucked into the engine for combustion. Cooler air brings more oxygen (denser air) into the combustion chamber and that means more power. The filters are usually moved to the upper wheel well area or near a fender where there is more access to free flowing, cooler air and less hot air from the engine.

Not too shabby. But it gets even better.

Not only does a cold air intake reduce the air temperature, but it also increases airflow. Aftermarket intakes remove the need for a box surrounding the air filter and instead use large diameter intake tubes that are smoother, have less bends and are often wider than the original factory ones. Removing the air box and using smoother tubes gives the engine uninterrupted airflow.

Sounds pretty good right? But does it actually work?

Cold air and more air sound good in theory, but no one gives a hill of beans about theory when you’re trying to pass someone on the highway.

The good news is that although claims of actual horsepower and even increased fuel efficiency may vary, cold air intakes will in fact help increase your car’s performance.

By itself, you’ll probably notice an increase in power when the throttle is fully open. Some manufacturers claim as much as a 5- to 20-horsepower increase for their system. But if you team up the cold air intake with other engine modifications, like a new exhaust, you’ll create a much more efficient system. So think of it as just one part of many to increase your engine’s performance.

There are a few drawbacks to consider when installing a cold air intake though. If the air filter is too exposed and sucks up water, it’ll go straight into your engine and you’ll be up a creek. Pun intended. Look into adding a bypass valve to keep this from happening.

Also, installing a cold air intake on some newer cars may void the engine manufacturer’s warranty. So look into this situation before starting, or at least understand that it could become a problem later on.

Other than that, install that cold air intake and hear the magnificent sound of free-flowing cool air to your engine — and enjoy a few extra horsepower as well. It may be just what your engine needs.

 

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