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Experience in the area of Electronics, Radio systems, Engine mechanics. Organizations:SAE Education/Credentials: Phd Materials Science

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In Category Audi Repair

Subject	Date Asked

2001 A4 fluid leak	7/23/2008
Q: My 2001 A4 has a fluid leak from underneath the right-side of the back seats. It is kind of watery ... A: If the dealer performed all of the repairs indicated: Timing belt, water pump, oil tensioners etc. ...
2004 S4 Avant gearbox issue	7/23/2008
Q: I have 2004 S4 Avant which has a weird automatic transmission problem. Sometime when I start the ... A: The computer is indicating a fault in the transmission by flashing all the gear selections. This ...
a6 2001 coolant temperature red flashing warning	7/22/2008
Q: i just had the valve cover gasket changed and oil changed, when i got my car back it had a huge red ... A: No it sounds like a coolant sensor has failed, or, more likely, someone has shorted out a wire or ...
AUDI 2000 A6 QUATTRO SHIFT STUCK ON PARK	7/22/2008
Q: my car was flooded and the shift keeps getting stuck on park and it would not move. I get error ... A: The problem with the transmission comes from code 1626: Data-Bus Powertrain Missing Message from ...
Audi A6 2.7t catalytic converters burning out	7/22/2008
Q: I keep replacing my catalytic converters (like every year) b/c they burn out. I have an apr chip ... A: This is an unusual problem. usually cats will last 5-10 years before they need replacing, although ...
about sound	7/21/2008
Q: Like i have 2000 Audi A6 and whenever i lock my car i see my car light flashlight but can't hear the ... A: It is supposed to chirp when the car is locked, and the system is armed. The horn for the alarm is ...
Audi	7/21/2008
Q: I have an 2003 Audi a4 1.8L Turbo Quattro. Has 80000k on it and have just noticed a pinky orange, ... A: More than likely this is coolant. There are numerous coolant pipes, either side of the engine so ...
hello	7/20/2008
Q: were is located the ac filter in audi c4 quattro or how to change it. A: You are inconsiderate and dumb. I have had enough of giving free advice to morons such as yourself. ...
2002 Audi A6 2.7T alternator problems	7/20/2008
Q: I recently spent about $6K in repairs for my A6 during two separate incidences within one day. ... A: It does sound like all of a sudden you have been hit with a number of issues which should, perhaps ...
2004 A4 1.8T CVT showing fault 18201-P1793	7/19/2008
Q: It comes on and sometimes resets itself. From researching on the net I find that Audi has issued TSB ... A: You have already got into a good deal of detail. In my experience, the ribbon cable in the ...
Audi A6 2002 Electric Window	7/19/2008
Q: My child sun blind got caught in the window when it was opening. i managed to free it but now the ... A: Are all the seals back in the right place? It is possible that maybe it has affected the mechanism, ...
FRONT DOME LIGHT PANEL	7/19/2008
Q: ok so i want to change these yellow bulbs in that panel....Can someone tell me how to remove that ... A: I unfortunately can not post pictures, but normally there is a plastic clip that holds these in ...
Heater Stays On	7/18/2008
Q: 1997 Audi A6 Quatro - My heater won't turn off regardless of the temp setting. Is there a way to ... A: the heater valve is normally operated by vacuum, it is located where the two hot water pipes go ...
Audi A3 1.9 TDI	7/18/2008
Q: My Audi has lost most of its power - although it still starts 1st time and drive perfectly. My ... A: I would check the turbo anyway, also check for an exhaust blockage. You can also check the inlet, ...
01 Audi a4 quattro 1.8t- a/c problems and engine	7/17/2008
Q: I just purchased a used 2001 Audi a4, after driving the car for about 5-10 minutes the A/C blows hot ... A: Most probably the refrigerant is low, causing the compressor to switch off. If the car does not ...
Code for instruments	7/16/2008
Q: Hey, I really appreciate that you actually take time to do this and i would appreciate it much more ... A: It sounds like someone changed the instruments out at some point. Anyway, the correct coding can be ...
ABS	7/16/2008
Q: The ABS light of my Audi A3 is always on, what could be the cause? A: Uusally this means the ABS relay is bad. There is a relay under the ABS plastic cover, which ...
1994 Audi 100S...Automatic transx.	7/15/2008
Q: I have a problem with my auto.transmition...it dos not move in any gear. Was shifting before,but it ... A: If you are sure that you put everything back the way that it was, and re-filled with the correct ...
1994 Audi 100S...Automatic transx.	7/15/2008
Q: I have a problem with my auto.transmition...it dos not move in any gear. Was shifting before,but it ... A: If the car does not move forward or reverse, then there is a more serious problem with the ...
Audi A4 Quattro	7/14/2008
Q: I have a 1998 A4 Quattro that recently had the Automatic Handle/Shift (center Console) pull right ... A: The lever is normally attached by a screwthread, or by a securing screw. Normally the handle splits ...
Audi A4 Alarm fault	7/14/2008
Q: When i remote lock the car the alarm light should flash fast then slow down, it flashes fast then ... A: A VAG-COM is a communication/interrogation program which allows the error code to be read out of ...
problem with warning lamps	7/12/2008
Q: I know its not audi but vw, but you perhaps cen help me. I have a vw passat 1.9 tdi PD, 03 reg. ... A: It sounds like one of the wheel speed sensors is intermittent, which will cause the ABS and ESP ...
covertible top hydraulic leak	7/11/2008
Q: I noticed the open/close cyliner hydraulic oil leaked. There is a small hole punctual on the ... A: Those plastic hoses are attached to the ends by the manufacturer, the complete hose can be replaced, ...
2001 A4 fluid leak	7/11/2008
Q: My 2001 A4 has a fluid leak from underneath the right-side of the back seats. It is kind of watery ... A: A battery acid leak is uncommon, and the stain would have a powdery look to it after a few days ...
ECT sensor on 2.7T	7/10/2008
Q: I've seen many posts on location of the ECT sensor on various Audi models, but none descriptive ... A: Well Jon was the most recent one to replace it on a 2.7T; it is located behind the cylinder head in ...
2000 a4 1.8 windows and interior lights	7/10/2008
Q: the windows on my 2000 A 1.8l are stuck down! also my interior lights do not work. it is currently ... A: I need a little more info to diagnose this. Any other circuits not working? (Fan, etc) if more ...
Audi A4 3.0 2002	7/9/2008
Q: I wanted to check if my MAF sensor was working since my car is trembling when is on Parking and ... A: It sounds like the MAF is not having an effect when diconnected, so there are two options; either ...
audi a6 flooding	7/9/2008
Q: my daughters tried to bring it to my mehanic because as she was driving it around smoke started to ... A: I believe the water in the passenger compartment is due to blocked drainage due to leaves, this is ...
2001 A4 fluid leak	7/9/2008
Q: My 2001 A4 has a fluid leak from underneath the right-side of the back seats. It is kind of watery ... A: There is not much there. usually you will find that when driving, if something leaks under the ...
Coolant temp gauge	7/8/2008
Q: My coolant temp gauge is giving me some problems. The gauge would usually read in the middle and ... A: I think this is the temperature switch. Typically the temperature sensor is located near the ...
audi a6 flooding	7/8/2008
Q: my daughters tried to bring it to my mehanic because as she was driving it around smoke started to ... A: If it starts to smoke this could be due to a blown head gasket, or other engine problems where water ...
1994 Audi 90CS evaporator	7/8/2008
Q: How do you remove the evaporator from the car to replace it what are the steps? & Do you have to ... A: The evaporator is located in the heater module, this is located behind the dash and is a major pain ...
'98 A4 Quattro Radio problem	7/6/2008
Q: Just recently my radio knob has quit responding. I am able to turn on the radio/cd player just fine, ... A: It sounds like the potentiometer has broken, you can remove the knonb itself and see if the metal ...
audi a6 flooding	7/6/2008
Q: my daughters tried to bring it to my mehanic because as she was driving it around smoke started to ... A: I do not see a way that the flooding made its way into the engine. Tall story. I would check the ...
Audi A4 Oil light flashing	7/6/2008
Q: i have a 2002 Audi A4 1.8T the oil light was flashing....car done 80k miles now...i took it to the ... A: It is in the housing above the oil filter, look for a switch with black insulation and wires going ...
audi a4 1.8t auto	7/5/2008
Q: my son has a problem starting his car,after the car has been running .It has had a full service a ... A: I think perhaps the engine coolant temperature sensor is bad, which gives the engine the wrong ...
1992 Audi 100 Quattro, Getting too hot	7/5/2008
Q: I noticed that my car started getting too hot about 45 days ago. I have noticed that the fan that ... A: The engine coolant temperature sensors are notorious for failing, but it sounds like the fan may ...
Air conditioner	7/5/2008
Q: jan, i have a 1999 audi a6. i try to turn the airconditioner on by following the instructions of the ... A: If you have set the temperature to cool, and switched on the fan, and hit auto, then the AC should ...
Audi A3 1.8T Electric Window Switch	7/4/2008
Q: I've just replaced the drivers side electric window regulator & motor and although the window now ... A: If you keep the switch up, does the window go up smoothly? There could be a remaining issue with ...
Audi A4 Oil light flashing	7/3/2008
Q: i have a 2002 Audi A4 1.8T the oil light was flashing....car done 80k miles now...i took it to the ... A: The flashing oil light could be caused by a faulty oil pressure sensor. I believe the sensor sits ...
'02 Audi S4 (APB) 2.7T Outside Temp Gauge	7/3/2008
Q: My Outside temperature gauge will often drop to -25F, and then slowly work its way back up to the ... A: The external temperature sensor is usually in the front radiator grille or sometimes just behind the ...
A/C problems	7/3/2008
Q: my 96 A6 has the air conditioner turn off randomly when driving. even if the AC icon is on, it will ... A: It sounds like the system is perhaps overheating or there is another reason for it tripping off. ...
2004 TT roadster top sensor	7/3/2008
Q: When the top is up and locked, the top icon flashes on the panel and the windows won't close fully ... A: The end of cycle signal is not being recognized. The same sensor could have gone bad, or for some ...
Turn Signals	7/2/2008
Q: I have a 2000 A4. My turn signals do not work, I push the lever down and get no response (no ... A: Sounds like your turn signal switch has given up. Sometimes this is the connection between the two ...
Audi TT 2000 Intrument Panel	7/1/2008
Q: My instrument panel, dash cluster, has gone dead this morning. Previously the gas guage had died and ... A: It may be the dash cluster, or perhaps the power to it is not present. I would check the power at ...
audi a4 2001 Bonnet Release	6/30/2008
Q: I have a problem in that I can not open my bonnet. The lever inside the car feels like its not ... A: Sounds like the cable has broken. The cable needs to be replaced, the dealer can typically get into ...
A4 Back Window Separation	6/30/2008
Q: My 2003 Audi has a manufacturing flaw - the back window has delaminated from the convertible top. ... A: Some aftermarket shops have tackled this successfully, but some will not even attempt it. Audi ...
cooling	6/28/2008
Q: its been really hot here in new york, i just had my 2000 audi a6 quattro coolant tank crack and ... A: It sounds like the engine severly overheated. The fan has to work in hot weather, especially if the ...
2000 Audi A4 1.8T Quattro Ignition Access	6/28/2008
Q: How do I access the actual ignition module in the steering column? i.e.-how do I remove the exterior ... A: Remove the cover over the steering column, and then remove the instrument cluster. That should give ...
How to remove service word from display	6/27/2008
Q: I have just serviced my 03 a4 tdi 130 bhp and am trying to find out how to remove from dash display ... A: Try the following: 0. Display reads "Service!" when you first start the car. 1. With the ignition ...
emissions test	6/27/2008
Q: I took my 2000 Audi A4Quattro to the mechanics to have the emissions done so I can get new tags and ... A: More and more states dictate that the computer OBD port is used for the emissions test. If this ...
raido fuses	6/26/2008
Q: have 03 A4 1.8t, having the antenna problem check all the fuses in the fuse box,all ok but when I ... A: I would check the computer for fault codes. With reference to the antenna, I would check the ...
Audit A3 loss of power and speed	6/26/2008
Q: I have a 2005 audi A3 2.0 FSI petrol manual - still under warranty.Twice in the past 2 weeks whilst ... A: This is frustrating for you as well as the dealer. It sounds like perhaps a wheel speed sensor is ...
1997 A6 sunroof potentiometer	6/26/2008
Q: I'm trying to get the potentiometer out of a busted ceiling bezel and installed into the new one, ... A: If there are no small holes in the control knob, then it is possible that it has a locking tab that ...
Bulb Replacement	6/26/2008
Q: I drive a 2001 Audi A6 Quattro, and I need to replace the bulb in the driver side fog lamp. Please ... A: I normally try to change these from underneath. You can typically get to the back of the housing ...
Electrical Question	6/26/2008
Q: 2000 Audi A-6 Quatro twin Turbo V6: How difficult is it to replace the alternator. Battery goes dead ... A: Any warning lights on? Could be battery, alternator or a fuse. If you have a good battery, and ...
Audi 4,2 Timing Belt	6/26/2008
Q: We have a 2000 Audi A6 4.2 V8 with 80,000 km (about 50,000 miles) on it. The maintenance manual that ... A: The belt can age, it is not worth running any kind of risk with these belts! With reference to ...
Car will only start when engine is cool	6/25/2008
Q: I have an Audi A6, 2.8 Quattro, 2000 132K, the symptoms are: wont start after driving it for 10 ... A: More tyhan likely this is an Engine Coolant Temperature sensor problem. Replace the ECT and let me ...
Audi 80 Coolent Hoses	6/25/2008
Q: one off which looked like it had blown out because of excessive pressure. As soon as I replaced them ... A: If the pressure in the coolant system is too high, then typically this is due to a head gasket leak, ...
2002 TT 225 Weird Display indicator	6/25/2008
Q: I just purchased an Audi TT (2002) with the 225hp 1.8 ltr. When driving home, I finally had a chance ... A: You bought a 2002 car without a manual? What was the seller's reason for not having the manual? Or ...
2001 Audi A4	6/24/2008
Q: Please help! My turn signals on my 2001 Audi A4 sometimes work and sometimes they don't. The problem ... A: The flasher unit is not a fuse, so it will not be listed in the fuses. The flasher relay is a part ...
ABS module	6/23/2008
Q: I was looking at 99 A6 Avant. The owner says it needs abs module. What does this involve. How ... A: I would take this car to be checked out by a knowledgeable mechanic. The owner is probably selling ...
2001 Allroad tiptronic slipping in reverse	6/23/2008
Q: Having problems with my 2001 Allroad 2.7T. Car has done 83K and has the five speed Tiptronic ... A: Unfortunately, the reverse gear is a weak part of the transmissions. This will have to be adressed ...
audi TT electric window switch	6/23/2008
Q: My wife's passenger electric window switch seems to have dropped down. If I get a replacement one ... A: I cannot post pictures on this site, but you may visit the forums to get some images. try ...
94 audi cabriolet trunk lock	6/23/2008
Q: I can't open my trunk.The key will not open the lock it looks like the lock has been pushed in to ... A: Is the lock itself stuck or is the button stuck? It may be worth spraying some WD40 into the lock ...
94 audi cabriolet trunk lock	6/22/2008
Q: I can't open my trunk.The key will not open the lock it looks like the lock has been pushed in to ... A: Normally if there is a problem with a cabrio lock, it is because the top is not sending the OK to ...
Automatic Door Lock	6/22/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A6 and the automatic door lock (when you drive over a certain speed they lock and ... A: Does the central locking work OK otherwise? This could be a speed sensor, or the central locking ...
Flooded water	6/22/2008
Q: My (ex)friend was driving my 2002 Audi A4 V6 3.0 and he took the car to a car wash. When he started ... A: This sounds very weird. Unless there was so much water that the water entered the engine itself and ...
2008 Audi A4 Oil Consumption	6/21/2008
Q: My new Audi consumes oil at a rate of 1qt/2,000 miles. I take it to the dealership every time the ... A: I would contact Audi directly, however the norms state that up to 1qt per 1000 miles is 'acceptable' ...
01 A8 wierd noise when starting	6/21/2008
Q: I had the timing belt and water pump changed in my 01 A8 about 8 months ago. Recently, when i start ... A: Sounds like who changed your water pump may not have got it right. You need to establish where the ...
Audi A3 1.8T 02	6/21/2008
Q: I have two problems on my Audi the first being the driver door warning signal comes on when outside ... A: The internal air temperature sensor may have failed, causing the car to think the inside of the car ...
2002 1.8 A4 turbo?	6/20/2008
Q: I'm 95% certain the turbo just went south. it shudders pretty hard when accelerating anything over ... A: Before jumping to conclusions, it's easier to get the computer codes read out. You can get this ...
Audi A3 2.0 FSI	6/20/2008
Q: A few weeks ago I notice the Coolant warning flash up on the Driver information. I stopped the car ... A: Sorry for the delay I was in West Virginia with no email possibilities. Anyway the Engine ...
Audi A4 2003 Central Locking System Faulty	6/20/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A4, recently the power locks, all interior lights, keyless remote entry have ... A: It is, unfortunately, beginning to look like that. Check that you get power at the control module, ...
01 A4 1.8t no compression, timing belt intact	6/19/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Audi A4 1.8t, quit after a long drive, checked the timing belt- intact, no ... A: Well I just went through this exercise with my son's car. Since replacing the head and doing a ...
01 A4 1.8t no compression, timing belt intact	6/19/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Audi A4 1.8t, quit after a long drive, checked the timing belt- intact, no ... A: Timing belt may be intact, but is the cam timing right? I would check the reference marks first. ...
Audi A4 2003 Central Locking System Faulty	6/18/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A4, recently the power locks, all interior lights, keyless remote entry have ... A: Oh well, close but no cigar... Check that the fuse panel is getting positive power, perhaps one of ...
00 Audi A6 4.2 Hesitation, stalls, and smoke	6/18/2008
Q: My 2001 A6 4.2 Hesitates on take off,has difficulty idling following decelaration, stalls on ... A: I don't see how the fuel pump can cause oil consumption. I would see if the missfire code is ...
AUDI A8 HELP	6/18/2008
Q: I WILL APPRECIATE ANY HELP POSSIBLE, I HAVE CHANGED TRANNY ON MY 1997 A8 AND AFTER I DID IT CAR IS ... A: It sounds like there may be an incorrect electrical connection somewhere. Did any wires get caught ...
Problem with Audi A6 alarm	6/17/2008
Q: ..Just want to let you know I really appreciate you taking the time to read this...Hopefully you can ... A: in the US your car would be considered a 'flood car' and the insurance companies these days just ...
Audi A4 wipers not turning off	6/17/2008
Q: I have a 1998 A4 2.4 petrol. Over the last few days when I start the car the wipers start also. They ... A: The column switch does have the potentiometer in it, which sets the time of delay. Obviously it ...
Audi a6 Instrument Cluster	6/17/2008
Q: The light on the IC has gone out where the PRND123 should read, and the whole middle panel goes ... A: These modules are notorious for problems, but normally just lines drop out of the dsiplay. Yours is ...
Audi A4 warning lights	6/17/2008
Q: I have an 02 Audi A4SE and an orange traingle warning light has suddenly appeared along with an ... A: It sounds like one of your wheel sensors may be malfunctioning. While it will not cause imminent ...
Audi A4 2003 Central Locking System Faulty	6/17/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A4, recently the power locks, all interior lights, keyless remote entry have ... A: It could be the central locking module (it's not just a relay), but I don't think the interior ...
2001 TT Quattro 1.8	6/17/2008
Q: I have a 2001 TT Quattro 1.8T on 69K mileage. I got the check engine light on last week. I went to ... A: Your problems sounds like the dealer. They seem to be obsessed with crankcase ventilation. What ...
Audi radio	6/16/2008
Q: My name is sadie i graduated school in 07. I was looking at questions asked by other people and i ... A: If your turn signals and headlights are out, it could be that the load reduction relay has failed. ...
1999 Audi A6 P1545 Throttle Body Issues	6/16/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A6. I was experiencing some problems with it where it would not let me go past ... A: It should be fairly easy to check the throttle position sensor, put an ohm meter across it with the ...
Audi Tiptronic gearbox errors	6/16/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi TDI Quattro with a Tiptronic gearbox. Occasionally the gearbox clunks into ... A: If all the gear positions are illuminated, this is the TCM (trans control module) signal of a code ...
Audi A8 smoke left side near light when swithched off	6/16/2008
Q: My Audi A8 was turned off and clicking sound was heard like generator near the offside passenger ... A: Sounds like the secondary air pump has malfunctioned, I have not worked on many of these systems so ...
Audi A4 starting problems	6/16/2008
Q: I have a 1996 A4 1.8 Auto with 60k miles. The starting problem started about 6 months ago, and ... A: if you can hear a click when you turn the key, that means the solenoid is working but the starter is ...
faulty temp gauge or am i mad	6/15/2008
Q: i have a 1998 1.6 a3 and when driving the car on the motorway the temp gauge goes down to zero but ... A: If the car is using water, then you have to find where the water is going before worrying about a ...
audi a3 53 reg 2.0 fsi engine losing power then gaining it again.	6/15/2008
Q: 0 fsi is losing power mainly when i am on the motorway doing around 70 to 80mph, but then finding ... A: This could be a throttle position sensor (TPS) or mass airflow sensor (MAF) problem. Unless you ...
Temp light	6/14/2008
Q: My temp light comes on out the blue, sometimes it comes on when the air is on, is this a radiator ... A: Sounds like perhaps a faulty warning light switch. Does your temperature gauge show anything ...
2000 jetta 2.0	6/14/2008
Q: Please help! Both ac & engine fans not coming on. Just replaced coolant flange - that split open . ... A: You can bypass the temp switch, it is in the lower part of the radiator. Also check the relays, and ...
manually operating Audi cabriolet roof	6/13/2008
Q: You did a fantastic job with our earlier question. Newhow can I open and close the Audi cabriolet ... A: There are a couple of latches (one on each side) that have to be released, and then the roof can be ...
Broken Storage bin next to the ESP Button	6/13/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A4 1.8t. The little storge bin that slides open and closed with a touch next to ... A: Normally there are a couple of plastic or metal tabs that hold it in place. I am currently ...
Reverse lights do not work	6/12/2008
Q: I have an audi a6 automatic shifter, 2.8 v6 1995 (c4), when the shifter is in reverse position the ... A: The electrom magnetic sensor is probably the speed sensor, if it is located near the final drive. ...
99 Audi A4 squeaking?	6/11/2008
Q: I recently bought a 99 Audi A4 Quatro and it just started making this squeaking sound while running. ... A: Squeeks can drive you nuts. Could be a belt, could be brake noise, could be transmission or even ...
Audi ABS and brake sensors	6/11/2008
Q: My A6 Audi wagon's ABS and brake sensors keep flashing and occasionally beeping. Some times it goes ... A: Sounds to me that you need to change mechanics and dealer. Any mechanic should have the tools to ...
Audi brakes	6/11/2008
Q: the brake light on my 1990 audi quattro comes on every now and again and the brakes feel like there ... A: No, the audi system uses Pentosin, which is special fluid, rather expensive but cannot be mixed with ...
Audi A4 wipers not turning off	6/11/2008
Q: I have a 1998 A4 2.4 petrol. Over the last few days when I start the car the wipers start also. They ... A: The wiper motor is probably not sensing it's end of travel correctly. Is the wiper pattern correct? ...
Audi AC fan on at startup and continuously thereafter	6/11/2008
Q: Good day; I saw your post on this problem, and am experiencing this on an '01 A6 2.7T. If the ... A: I'm not sure if it is the same switch; in fact I doubt it. You may also check the engine ...
Strange beeping	6/11/2008
Q: On random mornings my 2002 Audi A4 Quattro will beep about 4 times. I typically jump in my car, ... A: Yes it could be a notification that the alarm had been tripped. Doubt whether it has something to ...
my transmission	6/10/2008
Q: i have a 1992 audi 100 Q stationwagen it went on safe mode at one time. with a computer i got it out ... A: It sounds like perhaps your selector is not lined up correctly, maybe when it shows it is in D, it's ...
QUESTION ABOUT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT	6/10/2008
Q: I changed a cluster instrument from the originl which stopped working by a second hard one but same ... A: I have asked you now three times to tell me if the part number on the clusters are the same. You ...
1996 A6 Quattro Coolant Fans	6/10/2008
Q: My wife's A6 recently over heated while driving in very slow traffic for a long time. No engine ... A: When the relay is triggered, you should have 12 V at three of the terminals. Sounds to me that the ...
2003 Audi A4 1.8t Radio Safe Lock Code	6/9/2008
Q: I know when the radio gets locked you need the code to unlock it. It is found on the radio card but ... A: There are some people on the forums who can get radio codes, but I cannot. Sometimes the dealers ...
audi tt cooling fans	6/8/2008
Q: i have just had the cam belt changed on a 2001 tt 225 roadster and now both cooling fans come on ... A: It sounds like one of the temperature sensors was not connected up, or has malfunctioned. Although ...
audi a-6 2001 engine causing transmission issue	6/7/2008
Q: 2001 A-6 2.8 Quattro Sedan with 72,000 miles Auto Transmission with Tip-Tronic feature This ... A: I don't think it is an engine problem, perhaps an engine mount is bad though, an audible clunk just ...
Dash gear position indication	6/7/2008
Q: I have a 2004 right hand drive A4 Cab, 2.4 V6 with the CVT Tiptronic gearbox. The fault started ... A: If all the gears lit up, that would be indicative of a problem with the Transmission Control Module ...
doors and windows	6/6/2008
Q: i just bought an audi a4 on a 2001, about 2 weeks ago but from the first day i got the car i am ... A: Difficult to diagnose a problem from your description. When driving the car do you notice any thing ...
A3 ESP light/ Temp gauge failure.	6/6/2008
Q: whilst driving yesterday noticed the ESP light was on and staying on! Did the usual and tried ... A: You are losing power somewhere. The coolant temp sensor is a common failure item, but I don't think ...
QUESTION ABOUT CLUSTER INSTRUMENT	6/6/2008
Q: I changed a cluster instrument from the originl which stopped working by a second hard one but same ... A: If you are going to change the instrument cluster, make sure that the part number on the cluster is ...
A4 BOTH Low Beams are out	6/6/2008
Q: I have a 2004 A4 Quattro 1.8 which came up yesterday with both low beams out. The book says its the ... A: OK if they are indeed stock Xenon lights, then your manual should show the location for the relays ...
Audi TT Radio code	6/5/2008
Q: We have an Audi TT we need the radio code for, vin #TRUUT28N111040402. It's an '01 Convertable ... A: Sorry, I know there are people on the web who give these codes, but I'm afraid I cannot. Your Audi ...
96' Cabriolet Oil Pressure Light/p0116	6/5/2008
Q: I have two issues with my Cabriolet: 1: The oil pressure light blinks for about the first 2 minutes ... A: I would check the oil pressure sensor, did you change the oil? An oil and filter change is the ...
A4 BOTH Low Beams are out	6/5/2008
Q: I have a 2004 A4 Quattro 1.8 which came up yesterday with both low beams out. The book says its the ... A: Did someone convert the headlights to HID units? From the factory, the left and right headlamp are ...
mil light on	6/5/2008
Q: i have a6 quatrro 98 has 112000 miles in it..light on 100.000 iwent to dealer to check it when it ... A: The codes should remain in the computer, so they should still be able to retrieve the codes. What ...
Coolant loss	6/4/2008
Q: 1996 A6 Audi - As car idles and gets to normal operating temp (20-30 mins.), coolant is expelled ... A: resevoirs are common failure items. No the fan will not kick on, since the temperature where they ...
Coolant loss	6/4/2008
Q: 1996 A6 Audi - As car idles and gets to normal operating temp (20-30 mins.), coolant is expelled ... A: Does the temp gauge just show normal temp or is it hot? Is the level correct when cold? Obviously ...
Radio Problem	6/3/2008
Q: I have an Audi A4, 2003. I got in my car today and the radio was seemingly "dead." In the manual ... A: This is probably the fuse on the very back of the radio. Or possibly it is not getting any power. ...
audi fuse # 14 blows	6/3/2008
Q: I had to start a new question since I was asking too many follow ups. I looked at the chair trying ... A: Removing the bulb will unfortunately not stop the fuse from blowing. You will need to find where ...
NEED A GOOD AUDI MECHANIC	6/3/2008
Q: I am looking for a good Audi mechanic for my wife's 97 Audi Cabriolet. I live in Los Angeles.While I ... A: A very understandable problem, I am afraid. I don't know of any in your area as I am on the other ...
2000 audi a6 fuse # 14 blows	6/3/2008
Q: I've read similar questions about fuse # 14 blowing, which causes the interior light and windows not ... A: Well the seat motor wires are in there, and the seat heaters. I am travelling so do not have access ...
1993 audi starter	6/3/2008
Q: i have to replace the starter on my 1993 audi do i have to remove the alternator and if so how do i ... A: The starter faces the rear of the engine, and can be removed without touching the alternator. ...
DASH CLUSTER LIGHT OUT	6/2/2008
Q: My wife's car a 1997 Audi cabriolet . It has 89K on it. The other week the ignition switch seemed to ... A: There is a small pin in the back of the key switch that a lot of mechanics drop when exchanging the ...
200 audi a4 1.8t wired vacume noise car is off	6/1/2008
Q: I have a 2000 audi a4 1.8t. Last week when I turned my car off I heard a vacume cleaner noise under ... A: Sounds like there is a problem with the secondary air system, which is effectively a pump that runs ...
2003 Audi A6 Air Cleaner	5/31/2008
Q: Where is the engine air cleaner located on a 2003 A6? A: I cannot post pictures, but if you follow the black hoses from the back of the engine to the ...
Engine light	5/31/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A6 quattro. THe engine was on and I brought it to a mechanic. FIrst, he said it ... A: I am assuming in your question you mean the check engine light was on. Spark plugs can be changed ...
2001 audi a6 horn and mirror	5/30/2008
Q: I apparantly have a "fault present for coolant temp sensor" as stated by my local Audi dealership. I ... A: The mirror can probably be obtained on-line, try some on-line parts stores or wrecking yards. The ...
2000 audi a6 fuse # 14 blows	5/30/2008
Q: I've read similar questions about fuse # 14 blowing, which causes the interior light and windows not ... A: In order to really be able to see the wires properly, you may have to remove the inside door panel, ...
1998 Audi A6 Quattro	5/30/2008
Q: I have a 98 A6 Quattro 2.8 with a few new problems: 1. My coolant level drops and the light comes ... A: I would check the oil, make sure it is not milky looking. Coolant does not vaporize easily, so it ...
2001 Audi A4 2.8	5/28/2008
Q: My car alarm started going off for no reason. Took it to audi dealer, they said hood latch and ... A: It sounds like the dealership never actually found the problem, but started guessing. Normally they ...
1999 Audi A4 Headlight Issue	5/28/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A4 1.8l. When I recently went to start it up, the car started fine, but the ... A: The load reduction relay should be the one furthest to the left under the dashboard. Rather than ...
1999 Audi A4 Headlight Issue	5/27/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A4 1.8l. When I recently went to start it up, the car started fine, but the ... A: If you have already changed the load reduction relay, it may be that the main power line onto the ...
2001 audi a6 coolant/oxygen sensor	5/27/2008
Q: I apparantly have a "fault present for coolant temp sensor" as stated by my local Audi dealership. I ... A: Engine coolant temp sensors are very common failure items, and can be changed by most people with ...
Car won't start after front axle install on Allroad??	5/27/2008
Q: My buddy and I swapped out the front axles on my 02 Allroad Auto. It now won't start. No crank of ... A: If the alarm does not go off, and you can switch the ignition on, I don't think it is an alarm ...
Car won't start after front axle install on Allroad??	5/27/2008
Q: My buddy and I swapped out the front axles on my 02 Allroad Auto. It now won't start. No crank of ... A: If it is not clicking, maybe something has happened to the trigger wire for the solenoid on the ...
Oxygen Sensor	5/27/2008
Q: I have a 1996 Audi Cabriolet. The check engine came on and the code indicated baed oxygen sensors. ... A: There is no housing where the sensor sits, it is located right in the exhaust manifold down pipe. I ...
Electronic/Windos & sunroof won't open	5/27/2008
Q: Jan, I have a 1992 Audi 100S, the Bomb illuminated light keeps beeping on & off, the manual says it ... A: The warning light you see does indicate a bulb out, could be a license plate light bulb, a side ...
a/c	5/27/2008
Q: I have a 1992 A4 2.8L AWD audi. I have spent hours looking for the low side charge port to recharge ... A: Normally the charge points are just in front of the firewall, but I have also seen these very close ...
Oxygen Sensor	5/27/2008
Q: I have a 1996 Audi Cabriolet. The check engine came on and the code indicated baed oxygen sensors. ... A: The heating up of the wire does not mean the sensor itself is OK. The heating wires are only half ...
Audi A4 CVT (2002)	5/26/2008
Q: Jan, Almost every time I shift into D (from P, N or R) the transmission takes a long time to ... A: It could be the TCM, but more likely an issue with transmission hydraulic pressure or first gear ...
A4 Electrical Problem	5/25/2008
Q: Left my '98 A4 at the airport for a few days. When I came back the low beams, wipers, turn signals, ... A: Sounds like the load reduction relay is faulty. It stops current to all the accessories you ...
1996 audi hood release	5/22/2008
Q: my hood release cable is broke any idea how to pop hood so it can be replaced A: It depends on the model. You should be able to get to the catch with a long screwdriver through the ...
TT Quattro shudders and cuts out on first start	5/22/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Audi TT quattro. When I try to start it, the car starts, then shudders, revs drop and ... A: you state this only happens on first start, do you mean when it is cold? It could be that the cold ...
tiptronic stuck	5/21/2008
Q: The dash reads PRD432 and the shifter is stuck in the tip gate with no shifting input allowed. ... A: If all the gears are lit up, that means a problem with the transmission control unit, you should get ...
Starting problem for A4	5/20/2008
Q: I have an Audi, A4, 1998 (manual). The car does not starts if it is shut off for a few minutes. ... A: The P1565 error is "Idle Speed Control Throttle Position lower limit not attained" which would ...
2001 A4	5/20/2008
Q: The AM/FM radio is acting like there is not antenna. How do I take it out to check the cables ... A: Usually the amp is not functioning when the antenna goes bad. Check that the amp fuse is OK, are ...
2002 Audi A3 TDI Sport instrument cluster	5/19/2008
Q: the ESP light does not ever come on in my instrument cluster. I can only assume the bulb has blown ... A: Typically on most clusters you can exchange the bulbs without having to split the cluster. Look for ...
front transaxle leak	5/18/2008
Q: its leaking fluid that seems to me to be gear oil its thick and tan. its leaking on the catalitic ... A: You forgot to tell me if this is an automatic or a manual transmission. Either way if you have ...
Audi A4 door contact activation for dome light	5/18/2008
Q: i just got a 2007 audi a4 avant. i was wondering why the dome light would turn off after 5 seconds. ... A: The lights are controlled by a relay, and the time delay is most likely a function of an edjustment ...
2002 A6 -- trunk will not latch	5/17/2008
Q: I opened my trunk, and now the latch will not engage when I drop the lid. I've tried turning the ... A: If there is no foreign objects in the seal area, and the trunk goes all the way down where it used ...
audi a6 2.4 1997	5/17/2008
Q: I have an 1997 audi a6 2.4, i have 2 questions. Firstly the car at idle is jumping up and down ... A: the idle control valve is attached to the air inlet in front of the throttle control and typically ...
audi a6 2.4 1997	5/17/2008
Q: I have an 1997 audi a6 2.4, i have 2 questions. Firstly the car at idle is jumping up and down ... A: The idle control module would be my first check; this often gets dirty which will cause it to stick. ...
Oxygen Sensor	5/17/2008
Q: I have a 1996 Audi Cabriolet. The check engine came on and the code indicated baed oxygen sensors. ... A: Yes there is always a small amount of carbon build-up in an exhaust system. There is no chance of ...
Passat wiper motor	5/16/2008
Q: My 99 passat wiper stopped working. Dealer told me I need to replace wiper motor and motor relay. He ... A: This is an Audi forum, but the passat is close. Anyway, I would imagine this to be similar to the ...
Audi A4 Soft Top Glass Seperating	5/16/2008
Q: I'm facing the same problem as the other person.My rear window is separating from the top, however, ... A: I would take the canvas off, and take it to a sail repair outfit who work on boats. They may be ...
2002 AUDI A4	5/16/2008
Q: Both fans turn on when the car is not being used and it is draining the battery. I was told to ... A: The engine coolant temperature switch located in the radiator is probably the culprit. This is a ...
Electrical problem with headlights	5/16/2008
Q: I have a 1996 Audi A4 2.8l V6 i have had the same problem with my headlights for a while and i would ... A: It sounds like the switch is not working correctly. There is no relay for the headlights, and each ...
Audi '97 A4 Electrical problem	5/15/2008
Q: I know this is a long shot, but my audi has something wrong with it that is causing the battery to ... A: Well what I would do is the following: Switch off everything, take the key out of the ignition, pop ...
Audi A3 engine electronics warning lamp	5/15/2008
Q: The engine electronic warning lamp in my audi a3 is illuminated and the engine does have problems ... A: Is there actually water leaking from the engine? If the car has problems iding, it may be that the ...
ABS and Break light winking	5/15/2008
Q: as a matter of fact I don't have user manual but I think that it is cannected with ABS, as the ... A: This is Jan, not Naushad. Anyway, in order to locate this problem I would first check the battery. ...
1998 a4 Audi 2.8	5/14/2008
Q: Jan, I am having the same problem that the 2.8 A4 was having on the 13th. SAME EXACT THING. To get ... A: The crankshaft position sensor gives out pulses when the crankshaft turns. You will need an ...
2001 audi s4	5/14/2008
Q: car has 90k miles on it. at 85k had timing belt, water pump, heater core, front brakes replaced. ... A: unfortunately cars do not have a predictable breakdown characteristic; you have covered the ...
audi cabrio roof	5/13/2008
Q: my roof has lost its hydrolic fluid can not find how to fill and bleed the system ? A: The pump is in the right side of the trunk. There is a plastic cup at the bottom of the pump, which ...
2.8 supercharged won't start	5/13/2008
Q: hey buddy hope you can help, i have a 1998 a4 2.8quattro which has the pes developed g2 supercharger ... A: Sounds like you have a loose wire somewhere. I don't think it is a bad ecu, since usually when they ...
A4 Alarm fault	5/13/2008
Q: Audi A4 2001 alarm has suddenly started to go off intermitenally..The car is not dead-locked and ... A: Did you check the battery or the drain current? Even if the battery is OK, a small current flowing ...
1998 Audi A4 Quattro Help!!!	5/12/2008
Q: Good morning. I was wondering if you can provide me any information of how to replace the light ... A: the cabin air filter is located under the hood, just under the windshield. The main engine air ...
Car will turn over, but will not start	5/12/2008
Q: Our 2000 Audi A4 1.8T shut off while driving and would turn over but not start (there was no check ... A: You have no compression. Who replaced the timing belt? The timing belt has to be put in exactly ...
Audi A3 1.8 T 1999 A/C problem	5/12/2008
Q: I own a 1999 Audi A3 1.8 T, and recently the A/C has stopped working. When I turn it on the fan ... A: Sounds like your engine coolant temperature sensor has gone bad, a common problem. Secondly, the ...
96 Audi A4 Quattro	5/12/2008
Q: i have a 96 Audi A4 Quattro, when the car is cold it will start right up and then when you are ... A: this could be due to a faulty engine coolant temperature sensor which gives the computer the wrong ...
Car will turn over, but will not start	5/12/2008
Q: Our 2000 Audi A4 1.8T shut off while driving and would turn over but not start (there was no check ... A: Well I hate to say it, but I think you need to do a compression test. When the timing belt breaks, ...
Audi a4 died while driving	5/12/2008
Q: Died while driving. now will power up and engine fan will turn but starter does'nt crank Any ideas? ... A: Do the ignition lights come on? Do you see them dim slightly when you try to crank the engine? It ...
19997 Audi A6 Leaks	5/11/2008
Q: My son's 1997 Audi A6 Quattro has several leaks, especially coolant and power steering leaks. It ... A: I am not in favor of these products as it tends to block the heater matrix. Usually a coolant loss ...
2001 A6 4.2 engine quits	5/11/2008
Q: I have an A6 that will stop running as if the key were turned off. one occasion it woud retart, ... A: Well this could be a bad ignition switch, or perhaps a loose connection. I am not sure from your ...
removal of Audi Battery	5/11/2008
Q: I have an Audi A4 2003 cabriolet, can you advise how you remove the battery. Thank you A: I don't have a manual for this car, do you know where the barrety is? It could be under the hood at ...
Car keeps stalling	5/11/2008
Q: Hey Jan, I had a leak problem in my car, and today decided to fix it (I have an audi a4 2.8 quattro ... A: Being a hundred miles over for an oil change is not going to give those kind of problems. When you ...
Trunk won't close	5/10/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A6 Avant Wagon. As of this morning the trunk/hatch opened but now won't close. ... A: It will not latch, or will not lock? If it doesn't latch then it sounds like the lock has seized, ...
Passenger door does not open from inside	5/10/2008
Q: I own a 1999 Audi A6 and can't open the passenger door from the inside. I have no problems opening ... A: Sounds like either the latch has come undone, or the cable has broken. Either way you will have to ...
electrical	5/10/2008
Q: I have a 2000 A6 quattro, a light has just come on. First, the car has been riding rough. It rides ... A: If it is the malfunction indicator lamp, then the easiest thing to do is to go to an advanced auto ...
A4 Alarm fault	5/9/2008
Q: Audi A4 2001 alarm has suddenly started to go off intermitenally..The car is not dead-locked and ... A: It sounds like something is draining the battery, that is typically what causes this. You can find ...
2001 Audi Allroad skids uphill in reverse	5/9/2008
Q: I am pretty much clueless about cars so do appreciate your advice. When I reverse uphill, the tires ... A: Well the car has four wheel drive, but there are still differentials in the drivetrain to allow the ...
Air Con ECON question	5/9/2008
Q: i have just bought a 4 year old Audi A3 and can't seem to get the Air Con working. If i press the ... A: That is interesting, since for the air conditioning to work, the compressor has to spin, and this ...
Audi A6 Advant 2.4estate 2002	5/9/2008
Q: The car has developed a fault with the indicators. After cancelling the indicators the flasher units ... A: I think on the A6 the load reduction relay is located under the dash, but I am not 100% positive. ...
Instrument Cluster short	5/8/2008
Q: I have a 2000 1.8T a4 avant, tiptronic. The serpentine belt failed and when it did, it cut/ripped ... A: The AC clutch does take a lot of current to actuate, looks like your instrument cluster protected ...
Instrument Cluster short	5/8/2008
Q: I have a 2000 1.8T a4 avant, tiptronic. The serpentine belt failed and when it did, it cut/ripped ... A: Wow. That's pretty unlucky. I have never come across that before. I cannot think what other ...
Audi A6 Advant 2.4estate 2002	5/8/2008
Q: The car has developed a fault with the indicators. After cancelling the indicators the flasher units ... A: It sounds like a possible short or bad contact in the turn signal switch. These switches can be ...
1997 audi A4 High beams and Cruise control	5/8/2008
Q: Sorry Jan forgot to mention in my previous email that the 97 a4 is 2.8 and the high beams work when ... A: If the lights are switched on do you get the low beams OK? The headlights are seperately wired, so ...
Air Con ECON question	5/8/2008
Q: i have just bought a 4 year old Audi A3 and can't seem to get the Air Con working. If i press the ... A: The Econ button lights when the compressor is not being switched on. This can either be a problem ...
Audi A6 2.7T quattro	5/8/2008
Q: I ask Greg the below question & got the following answerSubject 2000 Audi A6 2.7t Quattro ... A: Cats = Catalytic Converters, these are the sections of the exhaust where the exhaust gas is ...
Hi	5/7/2008
Q: 8 1996 i cant find my speed sensor which is giving me trouble its not letting my car start.. i had ... A: A speed sensor? The speed sensor is connected to the speedometer, and should have no effect on ...
'engine light' reset	5/7/2008
Q: Can I reset this myself? I can in two other vehicles I own just by following a simple procedure i.e. ... A: No. Sorry you will need either a VAG-COM or a portable VAG compatible OBDII unit to read out the ...
2002 Audi A3 TDI Sport instrument cluster	5/7/2008
Q: the ESP light does not ever come on in my instrument cluster. I can only assume the bulb has blown ... A: The removal of this bulb is the backyard mechanic's way to 'fix' problems. The best place to go ...
remote doesn't work	5/6/2008
Q: batteries are new, fuses good. i have no idea what's going on ANSWER: The remote unit in the car ... A: If the main battery was completely discharged, I think you may have a short somewhere, perhaps in ...
Coolant fan on my A3 Sport FSI 4 yrs old	5/5/2008
Q: The last few days I have been driving my car on the motorway followed by driving it around London at ... A: The cooling fan is supposed to come on when the temperature of the water in the radiator gets above ...
acc ignitio wire location	5/5/2008
Q: i have an audi a4 2003 b6 model. I recently upgraded to an avic-x1 headunit but there is not ... A: There is a permanent positive wire for the memory of the radio, an ignition-switched wire which is ...
96 a4 manual trans problem	5/5/2008
Q: Hej i have a 96 2.8 quatrro manual and when in drive the transmission pops out of gear however when ... A: It does sound like there is a problem in the transmission. Maybe a bent selector fork or a shaft is ...
2002 Audi A4 radio, antenna,	5/4/2008
Q: My radio now receives zero AM stations and only one or two FM stations. Otherwise the radio seems ... A: There is an amplifier for the antenna, check the fuses to see if there is a blown fuse in any ...
audi repair	5/4/2008
Q: the passenger window on the drivers side seems to have come off the track. I've looked and don't see ... A: The door panels are noramlly held in place by a coupole of large screws that are covered by plastic ...
Idle speed too low	5/4/2008
Q: 8 1997. Now when i drive the car it keeps stalling- when i slow down the idle speed goes below 500 ... A: The ECU sometimes recalibrates when the battery power has been disconnected, but normally this sorts ...
Audi A4 Cabriolet roof compartment handle	5/3/2008
Q: i have a problem with the handle/slider on the compartment in the boot where the roof folds away. ... A: It sounds like an interlock had not released, and as a result as you suggest either a control arm ...
2000 Audi A4 T 1.8	5/3/2008
Q: Approximately three days ago, we started having problems with our passenger window. It started to ... A: Sounds like the control module is faulty. This is located under the dash. There are some relays ...
audi A4 2002 cooling fans draining the battery	5/2/2008
Q: The other day I came out to an audi with a dead battery and because it was 6 years old I assumed it ... A: It should be fairly easy to determine what exactly causes the battery to go down. It sounds like ...
2002 Audi A4 3.0l quattro DTC 17550	4/30/2008
Q: Hey hows it going? having some problems over here getting a VAG code of 17550 will not go away. So ... A: You need to check the wiring to the MAF, also check very carefully for vacuum leaks, on the ...
back window separated from convertible top	4/30/2008
Q: I own a 2005 A4 Cabriolet. The back glass on the convertible top has separated, which we found out ... A: That seems like a lot of money for the repair. For that kind of money you should be able to get the ...
Audi A6 1996 2.8 ltr, P1106	4/30/2008
Q: Replaced BOTH bank 1 & 2 Pre cat sensors and still have this error???!! And yes, the *&&% MIL ... A: The communication issue is a different one. If you are sure all the wires to the O2 sensors are now ...
Engine Repair costs	4/29/2008
Q: I was intrigued when you said a engine replacement could be had for $2,500. I just spent $2,500 to ... A: Yes I can obtain an engine for $2500. That is exclusive of fitting, so no labor charges included at ...
1999 Audi A4 1.8T AEB no ECM reading	4/29/2008
Q: When i accelerate the car kind of jumps or pulls back, misfires a lot also backfires in intake. I've ... A: If you are not getting an ECM reading, there is obviously a serious issue with the car electrics. ...
General A6 Problems!	4/29/2008
Q: I have a 2002 A6 Avant 130bhp 1.9TDI Sport. I have two distinct problems. The first is that ... A: The airbag light will need a service reset to find out if there is a problem, and also to re-set the ...
Audi A3 Tacho gauge	4/28/2008
Q: I have an Audi A3 1.8, late 1999 model with faulty tacho gauge(it does not move at all), the ... A: The Tacho on these cars is electronic, so it could be the sensor on the car (actually this normally ...
Serious Electrical Problem??	4/27/2008
Q: Jan, Bare with me please because I have a long explanation of what is happening with my 2002 Audi A6 ... A: The door sensors do seem to have an issue, I just don't know which one. If all the others show a ...
Radio is locked	4/27/2008
Q: I recently bought a used 1995 Audi A6 and placed an aftermarket radio in the car. It worked alright ... A: The code is something which is entered after purchase, so there is no way of me knowing the code. ...
2002 A6 2.7T or 4.2?	4/27/2008
Q: I am planning to buy a 2002 or 2003 Audi A6. I have test driven a few 2.7T and 4.2, and I loved them ... A: Timing belts should be done at around 80k no matter which engine you go for. I bought an S4, for ...
Serious Electrical Problem??	4/26/2008
Q: Jan, Bare with me please because I have a long explanation of what is happening with my 2002 Audi A6 ... A: Does the hazard light switch do this when the fuse that blows frequently is removed? If so, then it ...
Audi A6 2.5 TDi SE Auto - Engine Electronics warning light??	4/26/2008
Q: I have a 1995 (UK registered) A6 2.5 TDi SE auto (engine code AAT - 115 BHP). Recently, a dashboard ... A: Not sure what that could be, does the light go out quicker if you rev the engine a little? It may ...
Serious Electrical Problem??	4/26/2008
Q: Jan, Bare with me please because I have a long explanation of what is happening with my 2002 Audi A6 ... A: this sounds like an intermittent short circuit, which can be very tough to find. The only thing ...
Audi A6 ABS light flahing while driving	4/25/2008
Q: my abs light flashes only wen i am driving after 80km/hr...for example i strt the car it starts ... A: These sensors can be tricky. If you got them out, that means you can easily replace them. I would ...
audi central locking	4/25/2008
Q: my central locking keyfob just stopped working ,will de activate alarm ,the key will lock drivers ... A: It sounds like the keyfob is OK, since it still locks one door and activates the alarm etc. I would ...
2002 audi a4 1.8 turbo	4/24/2008
Q: when i accelarate the car kind of jumps or pulls back, a lot. when at high speeds it no longer does ... A: This sounds like the throttle position sensor, or perhaps (less likely) the Mass Airflow sensor is ...
audi 1997 a6 sun roof issues	4/24/2008
Q: can you help, i have had issues with my car for ages now, it will stall and break down every so ... A: With reference to the stalling, and bad running, I would check the Mass Airflow sensor and the idle ...
99' Audi A-4 Misfire	4/23/2008
Q: The second cylinder from the rear of the engine is misfiring. I've replaced all of the spark plugs ... A: Before jumping into control modules, check for a broken down ignition wire. One thing I sometimes ...
97 A4 Quattro Malfunction Indicator Light	4/22/2008
Q: The MIL (malfunction indicator light)came on last week, and stayed on. Dealership charged over $100 ... A: Engine control modules do fail, however I would take the car to an import shop or autozone to get ...
startting issues...	4/21/2008
Q: A4 99 Quattro, car starts normally when cold, tehn I drive it run like a charm, stop for 2/3 mins ... A: My 1996 cabrio does the same thing. I do not know if it is a fuel pressure issue, but since it ...
A8L electrical draw	4/21/2008
Q: My 2001 A8L has an electrical draw that drains the battery if the car has not been run for 2 days. ... A: The dealer is guessing. Trying to secure a $2000 window to find the actual fault. I would get ...
steamy headlights	4/20/2008
Q: thanks A: You either have a broken seal, or a chipped headlamp glass, or the bulb is not sealing correctly. ...
Starting problems	4/19/2008
Q: Hey! I have a starting problem with my car. Its a 2000 Audi a4 1.8 quattro. Some times it just wont ... A: There can be many reasons for a no-start; however they do not normally cure themselves unless it is ...
1999 audi A4 DRL conversion	4/18/2008
Q: I want to thank you first of all for doing this, you are saving everyones life basically. I have a ... A: OK how about these? I know this first one is for a passat, but the wiring should be similar: ...
1999 audi A4 DRL conversion	4/18/2008
Q: I want to thank you first of all for doing this, you are saving everyones life basically. I have a ... A: A daytime running lights modification seems fairly straightforward from the web info pages: You ...
1996 Audi A4 relay and fuse	4/18/2008
Q: My Audi is not working for low beam head lights and other small electronics. The stereo and the ac ... A: Your question is rather vague. It sounds like perhaps your light switch is malfunctioning, since ...
98 A4 1.8 Turbo Headlights	4/17/2008
Q: I go to turn my headlights on and nothing happens i think its the relay because the fuses are still ... A: Each headlight is fused seperately! So bulbs and fuses are probably OK since otherwise only one ...
Starting issue & possible overheating?	4/16/2008
Q: First of all thanks for taking the time to answer theses questions. It's much appreciated. 1) ... A: It sounds like perhaps the cold start valve isn't performing like it should, the easiest way to ...
1998 Audi A4 Quattro Help!!!	4/16/2008
Q: Good morning. I was wondering if you can provide me any information of how to replace the light ... A: There is a plastic cover behind the steering wheel, which covers the screws. The screws are just ...
1998 Audi A4 Quattro Help!!!	4/16/2008
Q: Good morning. I was wondering if you can provide me any information of how to replace the light ... A: All of the light bulbs on the instrument cluster are replaced from behind. On your car the cluster ...
Audi A4 TDI '02 air conditioning & hazard signals prob.	4/14/2008
Q: on my Audi, A/C is operating only when car is turned off (probably blowers only as compressor there ... A: Sounds like your car has a Gremlin in it. When you start, the load reduction relay takes the power ...
electric window driver door 2002 A4TDi not working	4/13/2008
Q: The window won't power down and there's a grinding noise from the door when I activate the ... A: Ah well, this can be tricky. Not sure of the TDi, we don't have many over here in the US. The key ...
cvt	4/12/2008
Q: I'm leasing an a4 2004 and I'm planning to buy the car at the end of my lease $13,500. My concern is ... A: 57,000 miles with no oil changes, ever? I would have serious reservations about this car... The ...
1999 Audi A4/Quattro ABS Light On & Brakes	4/11/2008
Q: Lately my 1999 Audi A4/Quattro ABS light goes on and off. At first I thought it was just the same ... A: Sound slike a problem with the ABS unit itself, or perhaps with one of the wheel sensors. The ABS ...
Turbo boost pressure control	4/11/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Audi A4 (1.8) with ~50k miles. I recently got it serviced and you were helpful in ... A: Not sure if any boost or turbo aspects are covered under extended warranty; check the fine print in ...
Audi Security System	4/10/2008
Q: Hey there. I have a 98 audi a4 i just bought the other day. I drove somewhere yesterday, parked it, ... A: This could be a fault with the park/neutral switch. It could also be the starter. Check that you ...
AUDI A6 1999	4/10/2008
Q: I have a 1999 Audi A6 and it will not start. I replaced the plugs, wires and coil packs because the ... A: Sounds like there are some blockages in the EGR system, which is affecting the fule metering and ...
Audi Security System	4/10/2008
Q: Hey there. I have a 98 audi a4 i just bought the other day. I drove somewhere yesterday, parked it, ... A: It sounds like perhaps the alarm has malfunctioned... Although, does the engine turn over, or does ...
Audi A4 2.5 TDI (2004) Strange Fault Please Help...	4/9/2008
Q: I have just purchased my first Audi A4, I seem to have a fault with the electrics and I have no idea ... A: You probably found the reason that the car was traded in... Anyway I think the problem may be a ...
A6 2001 Pd Diesel. Slow start when uphill	4/8/2008
Q: haven't had a sensible answer from the local Audi dealer. My 2001 Audi A6 Avant diesel(pumpeduse) is ... A: You may have a vapor lock situation, or perhaps the glow plugs are not being activated. The vapor ...
1996 a4 Audio hazard lights	4/8/2008
Q: I have an 1996 Audi A4.Yesterday in the morning my left and right turn signals worked fine. Then on ... A: The fused (positive) part of the circuit seems OK, but you probably have a poor ground connection ...
Flasher unit, and climate control in an Audi 2001 a4 Quattro 1.8t	4/8/2008
Q: I have trouble with my directional lights, the hazard lights work, I have tried twisting the leaver ... A: Sounds like the turn signal lever unit has a poor connection; you will have to remove this (and ...
Repair of mass airflow sensor and valve cover gasket	4/7/2008
Q: can you advise on how much it should cost to repair the mass airflow sensor and a leak on the valve ... A: Sounds like top dealer pricing. Valve cover gasket kit should be around $75, takes about 1-2 hrs to ...
no start issues	4/7/2008
Q: We have a a 1998 Audi s4 5v driving down the street shifted third to fourth and lost all electrical ... A: When the battery went, maybe there was a voltage spike that took out some sensors. Or if you are ...
differential pressure regulator	4/7/2008
Q: Jan, I'm writing back on the idle control valve, could it be the differential pressure regulator. ... A: Where do you see the differential pressure regulator? If you have an idling problem, I would ...
97 audi a6 quattro	4/7/2008
Q: i have a 97 audi and my cooling fans are not kicking on even when i turn on the ac and the car is ... A: Could be the relay or a fuse, however more likely it is the thermal switch which is in the radiator. ...
Oxygen sensor replacement	4/6/2008
Q: Jan, My 01 Allroad's CEL went off. The code was p0135. I read changing the O2 sensor should fix ... A: You will have three or four wire O2 sensors. Make sure the Bosch universal replacement is ...
ATF level check for 1997 A4	4/5/2008
Q: Sealed unit. Wal-Mart marked checked transmission fluid on the service order, but later admitted ... A: Yes you can check the fluid level of the transmission on a 1997 A4. The differentials have ...
ATF level check for 1997 A4	4/4/2008
Q: Sealed unit. Wal-Mart marked checked transmission fluid on the service order, but later admitted ... A: I have difficulty believing your story. You take it to wallmart. You get the car back and the very ...
help!	4/4/2008
Q: I took my car to an Audi dealership to have numerous things fixed, one thing being a brake light ... A: I do not think these issues are all related. The door dinging is probably a bad switch or a ...
Heating problem	4/3/2008
Q: My question is my heating don't work but the blower works and the AC works. And it only blows out ... A: Chek if the heater is getting hot, i.e. if the heater valve still works. Both hoses going into the ...
Check engine light comes on	4/3/2008
Q: I have A 99 Audi A4 Quattro and took in to the shop because the check engine light is on and wanted ... A: Sunds like your battery has low voltage, you need to replace coolant temps sensor and check ...
2000 Audi A6 Quattro Wagon Electrical Issues	4/3/2008
Q: Jan, I recently had my sunroof left open during a rain storm. I vacuumed and soaked up as much ... A: I think your load reduction relay has failed. this stops the accessories from working during ...
audi A6 problems with Radio and battery during start	4/2/2008
Q: My car has just recently began to have problems only I don't know where they begin my radio only ... A: Your battery is suspect. The voltage dropped too low, causing the radio to go into theft protect ...
No heat	4/2/2008
Q: I have 1992 100CS with 2.8l. I changed the blower fan for the heater. Since changing the fan I have ... A: Not that it's much help, but... Should have labelled the vacuum lines... Now you either have to get ...
Audi s4	4/2/2008
Q: My car will not pass emissions. There is no comunication between their tester and my cars computer. ... A: Sometimes there is a problem with the OBD plug, and a wire is pulled out or pushed out of the ...
Random Misfires... Have codes	4/2/2008
Q: I have a 2003 A4 Quattro 1.8 Turbo. A few weeks ago I got a code P0456( I think), I cleared it and ... A: The engine is getting air from somewhere; the idle control cannot adjust the idle, so it is throwing ...
2.7T CEL and rough idle	4/2/2008
Q: I've had a CEL for a few days now. Codes that were thrown were P0171 and P2404. Before I had a ... A: I think you have a leak in the evap circuit, which is throwing your O2 sesnor off which is why you ...
audi	4/1/2008
Q: 1998 audi Cabriolet. In park it makes a thump noise at the auto gear shift nobe. When I put on the ... A: Aha, yes that does give more information. It sounds like the brake switch is bad, the brake has to ...
1995 Audi A6 quattro wagon	3/31/2008
Q: I just got a whopping bill for replacing an ignition switch and coil in the above mentioned audi. ... A: Ignition switch can be quick or a complete pain, depends on the model... On the old 5000 there was ...
Engine start and cut off seddenly	3/31/2008
Q: My 96 A4 B5 start briefly and trip when the rev counter reach 1 rpm. it all last thursday after ... A: Perhaps the crank position sensor is on the way out, and when the engine revs up it cannot keep up. ...
audi a4	3/31/2008
Q: I have an audia4 2004, the cover or shade on the shifter (automatic) needs to be replaced. Would ... A: While I have never actually taken that apart, I think you will have to remove that part of the ...
Audi s4	3/30/2008
Q: My car will not pass emissions. There is no comunication between their tester and my cars computer. ... A: I don't believe there has to be communication between the car and the tester, the emissions are ...
1997 A6 Audi Quattro Wagon	3/30/2008
Q: I have been told that my son's car needs a "valve job". We had the mystical code "misfire on ... A: A timing problem would affect all cylinders. Unless there has been a problem with a piece of spark ...
Possesed A8L	3/30/2008
Q: I'm one if the Audi Experts on this site and am having issues with a 2003 A8L with a 4.2 (BFM) ... A: From your question, there is obviously a problem with the key being recognised. So maybe the key ...
Audi A6 - light problem	3/30/2008
Q: I have a 1995 Audi A6. The front right parking light and rear right tail light don't come on (the ... A: Bad lights do not typically heal magically, so I would start to suspect the light switch, or the ...
1997 A6 Audi Quattro Wagon	3/29/2008
Q: I have been told that my son's car needs a "valve job". We had the mystical code "misfire on ... A: How did the dealership determine a valve job is needed? Did they do a leakdown test? misfires ...
turn signals	3/29/2008
Q: I have a 2001 A4 1.8 liter Audi, my turn signals won't work. Checked the fuse and it is OK. What ... A: Poor connection between the two halves of the lever module. Take the steering wheel off, (you have ...
turn signals	3/27/2008
Q: I have a 2001 A4 1.8 liter Audi, my turn signals won't work. Checked the fuse and it is OK. What ... A: Then it is probably the turnsignal unit behind the steering wheel. Try twisting the lever a little ...
A4 Quattro 1.8T ABS problems?	3/27/2008
Q: A friend of mine has a Oct' 2002 A4 Quattro 1.8T which just this winter started demonstrating a ... A: Sounds like one of your calipers is sticking. Get the wheels off the gound and make sure they spin ...
crank postion sensor	3/27/2008
Q: can you tell me where the crankshaft position sensor is located, and what it looks like 1991 Audi ... A: The crank position sensor is on the bell housing, which is at the back of the engine and in front of ...
Turn Signal Flasher	3/26/2008
Q: Jan, I wrote you earlier about water on the floor of my wifes 2001 A6Q. I found out after it was ... A: Those pesky plastic things are difficult and expensive to replace... The flasher relay should be ...
2000 Audi A6 Quattro Wagon Electrical Issues	3/25/2008
Q: Jan, I recently had my sunroof left open during a rain storm. I vacuumed and soaked up as much ... A: It really depends where all the water went. The remote lock module is located under one of the ...
Audi A8 won't start after fill up	3/24/2008
Q: Anyways, every time I put gas (premium grade) in my 2000 Audi A8 I have alot problems starting my ... A: Did you try my suggestion about checking the time that the engine is off for a re-fuel, and one ...
Air intake Fan?	3/23/2008
Q: I have a 98 A4 2.8L quattro. There is a fan to the left of my engine (while facing the car) that is ... A: Yep the switch is usually in the radiator, so you will need to do this with the engine cold, and ...
audi a6 bonnet release problem	3/22/2008
Q: I own an 'N'Reg Audi A6 avant estate,but I am unable to release the secondary bonnet catch,i.e.the ... A: This sometimes gets damaged, and parts (little lever) go missing. You will have to look at another ...
Audi A8 won't start after fill up	3/22/2008
Q: Anyways, every time I put gas (premium grade) in my 2000 Audi A8 I have alot problems starting my ... A: When you remove the fuel filler cap is there a hissing sound? I cannot think of a reason why there ...
2001 Audi TT Coupe	3/22/2008
Q: How difficult is it to replace the horn on my car? it stopped honking last week but when you push on ... A: It sounds like the dealers are having a field day with the price for this, perhaps the easiest is to ...
Air intake Fan?	3/21/2008
Q: I have a 98 A4 2.8L quattro. There is a fan to the left of my engine (while facing the car) that is ... A: Sounds like the thermal switch is malfunctioning, or is the engine really hot? The fan is supposed ...
1997 Audi A4 1.8 turbo quattro	3/21/2008
Q: After about 2 minutes after turning on my a/c I get smoke from my exhaust and a burning oil smell. ... A: Sounds like you missed an oil leak, is everything around the turbo clean? Does the turbo work OK, ...
96 Audi Quattro 4-door V6	3/20/2008
Q: Engine turns over fine but does not start. Replaced the ignition swith. Ignition relay replaced. ... A: There is a load reduction relay that may be malfunctioning. Most of these relays are tucked in ...
AUDI A4 1.8T Starting Problems	3/20/2008
Q: I am in California with a 2005 Audi A4 1.8T automatic with 60k miles having starting problems. At ... A: This sounds like a problem with the starter itself. However check the current capability of the ...
2002 Audi A4 1.8 turbo quattro	3/20/2008
Q: I will let you know how the wiper problem turns out when I get back to it this weekend. I would like ... A: I usually purchase all of those things on line, places such as http://www.intlautoparts.com/ or the ...
1998 audi a4 2.8q	3/20/2008
Q: i had to replace the timing belt and when i was done i was replaceing the front end parts i took off ... A: Not quite sure what that is; the crank position sensor is on the back of the engine, right at the ...
Audi TT Overheating at 30,000RPM	3/19/2008
Q: Please could you help me with my problem. I own a 2003 Audi TT 150BHP, all of a sudden when i go ... A: If you get the engine to 30,000 rpm you will have more problems than overheating... If you are ...
2003 Audi Convertible top	3/19/2008
Q: The adhesive around the bottom half of convertible top rear window has "given-out" and has created ... A: The problem is that most adhesives will not hold the window, and of course the repairs cannot be ...
transmission slip	3/19/2008
Q: I just recently purchased (3 weeks ago) a 03 Allroad from a dealership. It's a automatic with 68000 ... A: If you bought it 3 weeks ago I'd be back to that dealership in a flash and ask to speak to a ...
Audi A3 1.6SE (2001)	3/19/2008
Q: Hoping you can offer some advice about 2 problems i am having with my A3 although i suspect both ... A: If you have any holes in the inlet, this will cause weird problems. When you decelerate, there is a ...
99 A4 2.8	3/19/2008
Q: Actually, 2 questions. 1) Intermittent low oil pressure light comes on. Stays on maybe 2-3 minutes. ... A: Could well be the oil pressure sensor. Does the light go out when you rev the engine up? Does ...
1997 Audi A4 1.8 Turbo	3/18/2008
Q: I have a couple of problems with this car. I just bought it, and on the way home the ICM went on ... A: Check the heater control valve, and check that the two hoses going through the firewall are both hot ...
Audi A4 Cabriolet 2003 Failure to start	3/17/2008
Q: I have an A4 Cabriolet 3.0 Sport Auto. I drive the car once a week and after using the car for the ... A: If you hear whirring, it sounds like the starter motor has failed. A fairly major undertaking for ...
2001 Audi A4 Quattro Sedan 2.8 V6 engine	3/17/2008
Q: Is there a certain type of oil filter that should be used? What about the weight of the oil? ... A: I would use a good quality filter, it is not worth saving money on this item! Now Audi does not ...
'03 A6 Fault Code	3/17/2008
Q: I have a 2003 2.7T with a CEL. Code is P0441 (EVAP small leak/no flow). I just bought the car ... A: This is a fairly common problem, you can normally take the evap unit off and clean the little ...
1992 Audi 100s -Electronic Problem	3/17/2008
Q: I have a 92 100s and I have no power to the sunroof or power windows/locks-also the rear speakers ... A: Usually you will find more fuses and relays below the dash, you may be able to find a maintenance ...
Aircon fault	3/17/2008
Q: got an Audi A6 1.9 TDI 130BHP over in London Uk,with airconditioning that wont work, although the ... A: The air quality sensor may be in the same channel as the cabin air filter, maybe just changiung that ...
audi 1993 fuse problems	3/17/2008
Q: I had the cigarette liter out and a coin fell into the slot causing 30 amp fuse and a 15 amp to ... A: The cigarette lighter is a heavy duty circuit, there may wel