craigyb Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 This very interesting reading, it all seems to be dependant on the dealers attitude and knowledge. As I said, I don't see nay reason why I can't fit a nav system and then run it down to the dealers for a free TMC upgrade as Both Chaz and Vtec are retrofits of mine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timtuonos4 Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 vtec whats the name of your dealer , they might post one to me if i order with them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasdrury Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] This very interesting reading, it all seems to be dependant on the dealers attitude and knowledge. As I said, I don't see nay reason why I can't fit a nav system and then run it down to the dealers for a free TMC upgrade as Both Chaz and Vtec are retrofits of mine. [/ QUOTE ] I don't see why not either. The only thing is that, according to Tom Peterkin, the TMC disk is only available to cars Pre 2006... My sister is getting and 07 A3 on Saturday, which will soon enough have RNSe in it. I wonder if they will do that or not.... Chaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VTEC_Killer Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 Bradford Audi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetrolDave Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Actually Dave, the dealer's ignorance could work in your favour. When you get the letter from Audi about the upgrade, book yourself in and put your old 2006_1 disc back in (i.e. TMC will stop working). Let the dealer insert your new, free 2007 disc and hey presto, TMC will start working! The dealer will be too stupid to realise that it never went through a software update first. Then hand your 2006_1 disc to them and drive away. Hey presto, you now have a spare 2007 disc set which you can flog on ebay [/ QUOTE ] I like your thinking!!! I could even put a very old 2004 DVD (so old it's not got a suffix letter) that I've got back in (which won't work at all) and make them feel good when it "miraculously" starts working when they put the 2007 DVD in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilp Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 Just spoke to Swansea Audi who acknowledged that a replacement programme was in place but expected the letter from Audi UK to indicate a customer contribution depending on the age of the vehicle, probably something like a £100. At least they didn't start by saying that the Allroad wasn't covered!! Another call-back tomorrow to discuss further........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo1 Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 Whilst the leaked memo did clearly state that the upgrade would be free to customers and that labour charges should be borne by the dealer, I must confess I was very surprised to read this and suspect the dealers are having the same reaction. Reason? The fact that they charged A6 and A8 customers £100 (at least officially, some got it for free). If all A3 and A4 customers were upgraded for free I can see MMI users who had to cough up £100 being far from impressed. I know I'd be banging on the dealer's door demanding an explanation and refund. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kite Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 If my dealer tries to charge labour I'll take the disks and load them myself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDiAvant Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 Well I’m not holding my breath for my dealer, so I got the upgrade disks today. If I do get a set of disks FOC then great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P_G Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 How much did that set you back TDiAvant? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson_R32 Posted January 4, 2007 Report Share Posted January 4, 2007 [ QUOTE ] [ QUOTE ] This very interesting reading, it all seems to be dependant on the dealers attitude and knowledge. As I said, I don't see nay reason why I can't fit a nav system and then run it down to the dealers for a free TMC upgrade as Both Chaz and Vtec are retrofits of mine. [/ QUOTE ] I don't see why not either. The only thing is that, according to Tom Peterkin, the TMC disk is only available to cars Pre 2006... My sister is getting and 07 A3 on Saturday, which will soon enough have RNSe in it. I wonder if they will do that or not.... Chaz [/ QUOTE ] If its a factory order vehicle it'll probably already have the disc in Chaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vertigo1 Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 He said "soon enough have RNS-E in it", meaning he's going to retrofit it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasdrury Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 [ QUOTE ] He said "soon enough have RNS-E in it", meaning he's going to retrofit it. [/ QUOTE ] Correct - its soo much cheaper than factory order! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nelson_R32 Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 Ooops I should really should stop spending 24 hours on TSN; its driving me mad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cupramax Posted January 5, 2007 Report Share Posted January 5, 2007 Are you sure its not that bang on your head? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldseadog Posted January 11, 2007 Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 Has anyone got the part number for the new disc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve1975l Posted January 11, 2007 Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 8P0 919 884 M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldseadog Posted January 11, 2007 Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandle Posted January 11, 2007 Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 [ QUOTE ] When you get the letter from Audi about the upgrade, book yourself in and put your old 2006_1 disc back in (i.e. TMC will stop working). Let the dealer insert your new, free 2007 disc and hey presto, TMC will start working! The dealer will be too stupid to realise that it never went through a software update first. Then hand your 2006_1 disc to them and drive away. Hey presto, you now have a spare 2007 disc set which you can flog on ebay [/ QUOTE ] I dont think TMC will stop working with the old discs back in as TMC is activated by the firmware update not the maps. Putting the old disc back in won't roll back the firmware. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Posted January 11, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 But people have tried it and it does stop working. There is coding on the updated DVD for TMC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandle Posted January 11, 2007 Report Share Posted January 11, 2007 [ QUOTE ] But people have tried it and it does stop working. There is coding on the updated DVD for TMC. [/ QUOTE ] I didnt know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PetrolDave Posted January 12, 2007 Report Share Posted January 12, 2007 [ QUOTE ] 8P0 919 884 M [/ QUOTE ] That's what the DVDs from Germany say - but if you order from an Audi UK dealer the part number is 8P0 060 884 M. Don't ask me why ...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
timw Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 Hi, I've just been into my local Audi dealership about getting my 2006 A3 upgraded to fix the TMC and have been told it will not be free of charge? He mentioned £100 but is going to confirm the cost on Monday. He referenced the following line from the info included in this thread "The following programme will allow you to fit this disc for existing A3 and A4 customers at subsidised cost." i.e. SUBSIDISED cost and hence not free I mentioned that I've read about people on here getting their cars booked in for free and he said I can't believe what I read on forums! Just wondering whether this is true or should I hold on for a free upgrade? Anyone know of any dealers close to Portsmouth (not Portsmouth Audi!) that will do the upgrade on warranty? Many thanks, Tim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daz Posted January 19, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 I'm getting mine for free from Bexley Audi tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chasdrury Posted January 19, 2007 Report Share Posted January 19, 2007 [ QUOTE ] Hi, I've just been into my local Audi dealership about getting my 2006 A3 upgraded to fix the TMC and have been told it will not be free of charge? He mentioned £100 but is going to confirm the cost on Monday. He referenced the following line from the info included in this thread "The following programme will allow you to fit this disc for existing A3 and A4 customers at subsidised cost." i.e. SUBSIDISED cost and hence not free I mentioned that I've read about people on here getting their cars booked in for free and he said I can't believe what I read on forums! Just wondering whether this is true or should I hold on for a free upgrade? Anyone know of any dealers close to Portsmouth (not Portsmouth Audi!) that will do the upgrade on warranty? Many thanks, Tim. [/ QUOTE ] It is free - its not what we are saying - Audi UK have emailed people to say it is free. 100% free. Mine is booked in on Monday. I am not paying a penny! Chaz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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