2011 Audi TT

The 2011 TT is a 2-door, up to 4-passenger luxury sports coupe, or luxury convertible, available in two trims, the 2.0T Prem Plus Coupe quattro S tronic and the 2.0T Prem Plus Roadster quattro S tronic.

Upon introduction, both trims are equipped with a standard 2.0-liter, I4, 211-horsepower, turbo engine that achieves 22-mpg in the city and 31-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is standard. 
Lyra, who always wanted to drive Audis TT, brought high expectations to the little convertible. Peter, never particularly impressed with the roadsters styling, had few expectations. The end result: Lyra was disappointed, while Peter loved the car. Go figure.
Appearance: The squat roadster sits on 18-inch tires and has a wide stance that recalls Audis R8 supercar, which we loved. The TTs design, however, is simple, with fender flares and a backward-sweeping body crease as its only sheet-metal flourishes. The black grille, which got tweaked for 2011, is trimmed in chrome, and Audis signature LED "eyeliner" lights are sharp.
Performance: Heres what we agreed on: The 6-speed S tronic dual-clutch automatic shifted flawlessly. We always prefer a manual transmission, but this automatic was almost as fun. For a small roadster, the TT absorbs bumps well and has a firm, composed ride. Theres also an auto-deployed spoiler and, of course, Audis quattro all-wheel-drive system. The 2-liter, 211-horsepower 4-cylinder is more than enough power (0-60 in 5.6 seconds) for the small car, which has an exhaust note that is subtle and throaty. Heres what we didnt agree on: Lyra was let down by the "significant" turbo lag; Peter felt it was only "slight." The steering was a "bit too light" for Lyras taste, while Peter thought it gave just the right amount of feedback.
Interior: We may have disagreed on the cars performance, but we are unified on the well-appointed interior. The Nappa leather seats are well-bolstered and comfortable. Our tester had bright red seats that contrasted beautifully with the rich black exterior. The instrument gauges are simple and uncluttered yet easy to read. The flat-bottom steering wheel might take some getting used to for some. Peter drove the TT to Miami and he had enough head- and legroom. Impressive. And he arrived in South Florida not feeling like a pretzel. Another surprise: The TTs trunk, even with the folding soft top, actually had enough room for the bags he and his wife took on their weekend getaway. Thats impressive for a small convertible. A few nits: The storage panel behind seats felt a bit plasticky considering the rest of the interior; the drivers floor mat was flimsy and popped easily off its anchor. We both spent time popping it back on.
Protection: Front, head/thorax and knee airbags plus side intrusion protection and roll bars.
Profile: The roadster looks slick with top up or down.
Seats: Bright red seats and interior trim scream "sports car."

How to Use a Redline Fuel Additive for an Audi TT

1. Drive the vehicle until the fuel tank is at least half empty.
2. Open the vehicles gas cap and pour the entire contents of a bottle of Redline Fuel additive into the gas tank.
3. Fill the gas tank with gasoline.
4. Drive the vehicle normally.

How to Fix Cold Start Problems on an Audi TT

1. Jump start your Audi TT by opening the engine compartment and connecting the battery to the battery of another car that is running. The red jumper cable will connect to the positive terminals on each battery, which will be indicated by a + sign, while the other jump cable, most commonly black, will be connected to the negative terminals on each battery. Turn your TTs ignition to the accessories position while it is connected to the running vehicle and allow the battery to gain a charge for a few minutes before attempting to start your TT.
2. Check the ignition coils of your Audi TT by opening the hood and removing the plastic engine cover. There is one ignition coil for each cylinder of your engine and they all sit in a row, above each engine cylinder. Turn on your TTs engine and pull each ignition coil one by one before re-inserting it over the spark plug again. If there is no clicking, or spark, coming from the bottom of the ignition coil, then it will need to be replaced. Your engine has enough trouble starting in extreme cold and a faulty ignition coil can only exacerbate the problem. By replacing the ignition coil, you can resolve some cold start issues.
3. Inspect the spark plugs underneath each of the ignition coils. If there is a black and gray, soot-like substance that coats the spark plug, the spark plugs could be causing your issues. Replacing faulty spark plugs can help resolve cylinder misfires often encountered during cold starts of your Audi TTs engine.
4. Bring your Audi TT to a licensed repair shop or dealership and have them test the fluidity of the fuel injectors. The fuel injectors are responsible for delivering the appropriate amount of fuel to be combusted by each engine cylinder. Over time, the injectors can become dirty and clogged, which can impact their ability to evenly distribute fuel to all of your TTs cylinders. Cleaning or replacing dirty or clogged injectors can resolve cold start issues that may be caused by an inadequate amount of fuel being delivered to engine.

How to Remove the Front Bumper of an Audi TT

1. Park the Audi TT on a level surface and set the parking brake. Place a wood block behind the rear tire to prevent the vehicle from rolling.
2. Lift up the front end of the vehicle with a floor jack and place two jack stands, one next to each front tire under the front axle. Lower the vehicle so it is resting on the jack stands.
3. Disconnect the cover on the top of the water bottle near the front of the engine compartment by hand. Detach the battery cover on the drivers side of the engine compartment near the front, removing the plastic pegs with a flat-head screwdriver.
4. Take the plastic cover off the front of the vehicle by hand and locate the six Torx bolts on the front bumper. Disconnect the Torx bolts with a Torx bit and socket wrench.
5. Unfasten the two screws underneath the front bumper with a Phillips screwdriver. Detach the two bolts---one on each side---in front of the tires in the wheel wells with a socket wrench.
6. Pull the bumper down carefully and locate the Torx screws inside the ends of the bumper. Remove the Torx screws with a Torx screwdriver and lift the front bumper off the Audi TT, setting it aside.