Re: control arm bushings

[ti@amb.org (Ti Kan)]

quinn@hns.com writes:
> Another "endemic" problem seems to be the heated rear-view mirrors.  This
> one I HAVE experience.  Now on my third set of heated mirrors (as of the
> above trip to the dealer last week).  They just burn out.  Maybe to do
> with the fact that they are 'on' all the time (not switched with the rear
> window defrost - which would be sensible).  Even if you don't live in
> misty or cold climes, you can test the mirror operation yourself.  When
> your car's been on for a few minutes, feel the mirrors - they should be
> warm/hot to the touch.  If not they've burnt out.

I don't know if Audi changed the wiring design between 96 and 97 model
A4s, but what you describe is certainly not how my A4 works.  My side
mirror heaters don't run unless I turn on the rear window defroster,
in which case they warm up nicely and quickly within a couple of minutes.
Just went out and verified this to make sure I am not making a fool of
myself.

-Ti
96 A4 2.8 quattro
84 5000S 2.1 turbo
80 4000 2.0
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