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If it has made by a reputable spare parts manufacturer, then yes, it probably is ok, but I would be looking to replace the leaking seals rather than the whole cover assembly.

Made with high-quality components, and based on sturdy, reliable Volkswagen platforms the Audi TT has been a stylish, chic two-door coupe and roadster for two decades. Sitting in a premium market position above entry level offerings like Mazda's MX-5 they're a quality drive. So long as they're driven sympathetically and serviced on the dot then they should be perfectly reliable.

Turbocharged Audi TTs can be taken to specialist workshops and have the boost pressure in their engines increased, which increases horsepower. Additionally there are a lot of tuning companies selling upgrades for the intake, intercooler, exhaust and fuel systems on these cars. There are also many upgrades for suspension, wheels, tyres, body styling, and more as the Audi TT uses many parts found on other Volkswagen and Audi cars. Always consult an engineering signatory in your home state before modifying your car to avoid making illegal modifications.

It sounds like a problem with the Continuously Variable Transmission, and I would suggest you have it serviced and the transmission oil changed.

Turbocharged Audi TTs can be taken to specialist workshops and have the boost pressure in their engines increased, which increases horsepower.

Additionally there are a lot of tuning companies selling upgrades for the intake, intercooler, exhaust and fuel systems on these cars. There are also many upgrades for suspension, wheels, tyres, body styling, and more as the Audi TT uses many parts found on other Volkswagen and Audi cars. Always consult an engineering signatory in your home state before modifying your car to avoid making illegal modifications.

It is likely to be the fuel vaporising after you turn the engine off, it’s called hot soak. Look for anything that might be causing the fuel to heat up and vaporise anywhere between the fuel tank and the engine.

Check the fuel pump; also make sure the fuel return line is working.

Try wiggling the steering wheel while you’re trying to turn the key; that might release it. But the ignition switch is probably worn and needs to be replaced.

Made with high-quality components, and based on sturdy, reliable Volkswagen platforms the Audi TT has been a stylish, chic two-door coupe and roadster for two decades.

Sitting in a premium market position above entry level offerings like Mazda's MX-5, they're a quality drive - so long as they're driven sympathetically and serviced on the dot; then they should be perfectly reliable.

For Mk2 models use the long Torx-bit and screwdrivers found in the toolkit supplied with the car.

The main globes are H7 items and to change them start by opening the bonnet, then pop out the plastic trim that sits between the headlight and the grille by gently pulling it forward. Remove the Torx-headed bolt on the radiator support panel, then remove the two Torx-headed bolts fastening the headlight to the car, hidden at each end of the headlight.

The headlight unit slides forward and the globes can be changed from underneath the headlight unit.

It would be a good idea to fit a transmission cooler, particularly if the caravan is a weighty one and the Territory will be working hard.