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2002 Audio A4 with 166,000 miles 1.8t quatro

billy26 — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:47:34 GMT

Thinking about buying this car

2000 Audi A6 - Question

rsalomon — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 13:17:45 GMT

Thank you very much for responding to my question. I took the car to my mechanic and he is currently replacing the fluid and filter. I will look into the module scenario. I thank you for your prompt answer.

2001 Audi A6 How do you reprogram the garage Door Opener, No owner's manual

johnsx4 — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 23:21:03 GMT

Can not figure out how to reprogram garage door opener

Audi A6 misfiring

nitpicky — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:44:10 GMT

2002 Audi A6 with 80,000 miles. Recently tuned, but still misfires when when accelerating in Drive. Runs smoothly at cruising speed. All other gears, no problem. Also misfires occasionally when idling. Any solution?

Outside of Audi what cars or SUVs have a heated steering wheel?

blueend — Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:49:28 GMT

Title says it all. I may switch brands but like the heated steering wheel. Who offers one (car or SUV) besides Audi? Thx!

is there anything special to do when replacing rear brake pads on an 1999 Audi?

hrb — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 12:54:20 GMT

I tried to back off the brake cylinder with a c clamp but it is not budging. I also disconnected the hand brake to try to help to no avail. Any suugestions?
HRB

I was driving my 2000 Audi A6, 2.8, V8 and all of the sudden if felt like the transmission went into neutral. I st

rsalomon — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:08:41 GMT

I was driving my 2000 Audi A6, 2.8, V8 and all of the sudden if felt like the transmission went into neutral. I stepped in the gas and it did not move a bit but not like it normally does. Is my transmission damaged? I've heard that sometimes the transmission computer acts up and you need to re-set it. I've also heard that you can not service Audi transmissions because they are sealed. Has anyone experieced this? Can you please tell me about your experience? Thanks.

Is it now common for independ. mechanics to be using the same standard "time allocat." for repairs as dealers do?

scottso1 — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:27:38 GMT

I thought i would be getting a better deal then at the dealer on a recent tune-up and brake job on my 2005 A6 by bringing it to my local mechanic (auhtorized Audi mechanic, so the sign said). But when i got the bill, although the parts were slightly less than the dealer, I was charged 1.5 hours for changing the plugs and 5.5 hours for the brake job (front and back rotors and pads). I'm not that much of a gear head any more but I remember "in the day" that it never took me 1.5 hours to change a set of plugs, and it shouldn't take over 5 hours to do a brake job. That's why i suspect they are using the manufacturers standard costing manual to charge customers like the dealers do and not 'actual' time.

What is horsepower?

bpicardo — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 12:34:59 GMT

I don't know what horse power is

Is Audi A4 Quattro working?

a4ragtop — Mon, 24 Mar 2008 14:36:37 GMT

I have an A4 Quattro. Recently I rotated tires and noticed the front did not spin in park but the rear did, is this correct?

If you have to change a valve cover gasket for Audi A4 1.8T. How much time will the labor take?

louperalta — Wed, 02 Apr 2008 20:25:03 GMT

Just wanted to know because I recently received a quote regarding the length of time in labor and it just seems off.

I have an Audi A4 3.0 quattro with 56k - steering sound.

quattro4life2 — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 16:33:31 GMT

When i am steering at maximum i can hear a sound coming from the front of the car, also my steering fluid it`s at minimum maybe this helps. Another anoing problem it`s my rns-e unit which i think it has a faulthy screen or a bad contact because when i drive it and the car vibrates the screen becomes white. Many thanks, every answer will be apreciated

I have a 1998 Audi A6 Quattro. How do I tell whether it is a C4 or C5 platform?

docvox — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 12:11:17 GMT

VIN: WAUJC84A8WN...
Emissions group: WADXV02

I have a 98 AUDI A6 Quattro Wagon. How do I tell if it is a C4 or C5 platform?

docvox — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 16:51:56 GMT

VIN: WAUJC84A8WN...
Emissions family: WADXV02
2.8L V6

I have had a 2008 Audi TT Quattro Coupe since 10/2007. The disc brakes squeal at low braking speed. Common? Solution?

protruth — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 17:16:20 GMT

To dealer had the car twice to repair. Still squeals. Anything to be done?

Replacing the rear wheel bearings on a 1999 Audi A4.

iprint — Wed, 07 May 2008 22:55:23 GMT

I was wondering if anyone knows the steps in replacing
the rear wheel bearings on a 1999 A4. It is need to done at the dealer?
Thanks,

What is the effect of using 215/65R16 tires on my 2003 Audi A6 which came with 215/55R16 tires?

alratay — Tue, 20 May 2008 14:59:43 GMT

I just noticed that the tire place put 65 rather than 55 on my car (all 4 tires), and wondered what the impact will be if I don't go back and get the OEM size. Thanks.

OK, have a 1990 Audi 100 running poorly, fouling plugs.

richaudi — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:32:07 GMT

I have a 1990 audi 100 that starts and idles fine while sitting. Once I take it out and drive it and it warms up and get it to 3500 rpm's it then backloads and runs poor. It will only go about 15 - 20 mph. It continually fouls out the spark plugs. Have replaced the timing belt and reset cam timing, put on new coil, new Bosch plugs - wires - cap- rotor, new Bosch O2 sensor, cleaned throttle body, checked temperature sensing injector, fuel pressure hydraulic actuator, adjusted and set the CO on the car, new fuel pump, and checked many of the various switches around and on the engine. Today they are going to put an exact match ECU brain on the car to see how it responds. If it still runs poor at that point they are wondering where to turn next. Any ideas?

What can you tell me of an Audi W10?

wsh1 — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 22:33:19 GMT

I saw a Audi W10 in the movie Transporter2 but can not find anything out about the car. Thought it was a nice car would like to see more of it.

I have terrible AM radio reception in my '02 Audi 225TT. It has the factory Bose system with 6 CD player. Any suggestions?

stuartimagine — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 17:34:18 GMT

There is a tremendous amount of interference. It is not constant, does not seem to be related to weather nor the area that I am driving thru. A friend recommended an amplifier or HD radio installation. Does anyone have experience w/ either. The car has the "rubber" antenna on the left rear
quarter panel. Would a longer/better antenna help? Thanks

Buying a 2004 3.2 Audi TT. Can't confirm that it has the Bose package (although the speakers say Bose). Any ideas?

techson — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 20:34:12 GMT

Purchasing a used 2004 TT 3.2. The person doesn't know if it has the Bose package and doesn't have the original sticker. The speakers in the car have the Bose signature one them, but how can I be sure it has the Bose Package?

My Audi A6 4.2 Quattro has two different size tires in front and back. Is that an issue?

ralph54 — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:37:02 GMT

car rolls as if front tire is out of round. I have been told that if the tires are different sizes fronts 255 45 17 all season, back 255 40 17 blizak snow tires. It will mess up the drive tran and this why it's not driving right.

How long should I wait to turn off the engine on an Audi S4 after being driven?

elcuaji — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 00:56:37 GMT

Somebody told me i should wait 3 to 5 minutes before turning off the car, (2002 audi s4) because turbos go bad if i turn it off right away,is this true??

I need detailed instuction on the 97 Audi A4 Quatro control arms.

jackfire57 — Fri, 29 Aug 2008 10:32:01 GMT

My 97 A4 wont pass inspection because drivers upper ball joint needs to be replaced . I try to do my auto repairs at home , to save money . I have purchased all control arms for front suspension ; and now i need some instruction in the matter .

There's oil in the water of my Audi 80 Cabriolet. What do I do?

bromage — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 06:31:15 GMT

the guy i baught the car off had nt been using it regularly,i had a full service after i had it and they discoverd oil in the water.

Is there a pdf on the web with instrucions on front brake disc replacement for a 2000 Audi A6 2.7?

alarid — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 11:24:28 GMT

online instructions for disc brake replacement on the audi a6 2.7

I am looking for a 2004 Audi A4 owner's manual. Where is the best place to purchase?

clingmanw — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 16:46:23 GMT

Just looking for a owner manual for a 2004 Audi A4. Where can I purchase?

Problems with Audi A6 TDI 2007 revving to 1500rpm occasionally.

pablos4 — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:10:31 GMT

I own an Audi A6 2.0 TDI. Sometimes, (once a week or so), the engine revs by itself to 1500rpm without any reason. The gearbox is 7 speed auto. This may take from 10 to 20 mins. When you brake and slow down to almost a halt, the engine rpm drops to 1000 (not 900 which is the normal revs). Any idea what is wrong?

AUDI A6 2.0 TDI 2007 increased revs

pablos4 — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:37:46 GMT

My 2007 audi a62.0 tdi (DPF) every few days increases revs without warning to about 1500 rpm. When at gull stop the idle speed is 1000rpm instead of the normal 900. Any idea what happens? I was told that its the EGR technology, but it seems strange to me that the engine actually pushes the car at 1500 rpm, until you come to a halt, when the revs drop to 1000

Do you know how Audi calculates the behind-the-seats cargo volume of its wagons?

dtmcgarry — Wed, 12 Nov 2008 01:13:09 GMT

Does the 09 A4 Avant wagon really only have 17.3 cu ft of space behind the rear seats, or is that some sort of mistake? That figure is lower than the '08 Avant (27.8), or even a Subaru WRX (19.0).

Audi's own site, like Edmunds.com, reports 17.3. The only other figure I found was on the EPA site (http://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/Details...), which gives the Avant 27.6 cu ft.

How does Audi calculate this space? Is it different from other manufacturers for '09? Does anyone here have any insight into whether the behind-the-seats space in the Avant is really that small?

thank you

I have to get a new cam shaft in my 2006 Audi A4 2.0T. I have 68,000 miles. Have you heard that these are going bad?

pliberatore — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 08:43:34 GMT

My engine light was going on and now I have to have a new cam shaft put in. I have a 2006 Audi A4 2.0T with about 68,000 miles and was told that the 2.0T have been having this problem. Has anyone else heard of this? Thanks

Need power antenna for a 1998 Audi Cabriolet.

lbruns01 — Thu, 20 Nov 2008 17:46:31 GMT

I have called several car parts sites to get a power antenne for my 1998 Audi Cabriolet but no one seems to have one. Is there a generic or a hirshman that might fit

When is the 2009 Audi A4 coming out with a standard transmission?

raybo3 — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 10:05:56 GMT

I was told by the audi dealer they were not sure when the standard transmission will be available on the 2009 A4.

What is the "best" color for a 2009 Audi A4?

argelius — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 07:08:37 GMT

Okay, I know this is totally a personal preference, but thought I'd throw it out there for people to express their opinion about the color choices for the A4.

I'm toying between:
Meteor Grey (not sure about the deep blue color - the more I see it, the more I don't like it; looks really dull unless in bright sunshine. But I think it might grow on me...)

Quartz Grey (probably my favorite, although it sounds like it's not available anytime soon with the options I want)

Ice Silver: they liked it so much that's the only color in the brochure

Black (either regular or pearl effect): sort of generic, but classic. Everyone complains about how hard it is to keep clean, but there are sure a lot of black cars out there.

As I continue to obsess, I went out a visited another Audi dealer (on Sunday and salesperson-free!) to see what they have on their lot. Three of my top choices were (nearly) side-by-side. I snapped several iPhone pictures so I could continue to obsess.

http://albums.phanfare.com/6886050/31798...

Audi A4 steering problems.

Twed — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 11:24:11 GMT

I have a new Audi A4 with heavy steering that i think is unacceptable for a 2008 car.
I have complained to Audi and have been told from them that they are all the same.
Has any body else where had similar problems ?

I have a 2000 Audi A4 and need to replace the wheel bearing. I can't get the axle bolt off.

skrachtt — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 23:24:05 GMT

I can't get the axle bolt off my 2000 audi a4 to replace the rear wheel bearing. Any suggestions?

How do we get the hub off the spindle arm on Audi A4 2000.

skrachtt — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:10:58 GMT

We have everything apart to replace the rear wheel bearing but cannot get the hub of the spindle arm. We can't get the hub off the spindle arm to replace the rear wheel bearing on our Audi A4. Is there a trick or tool that we need? The auto is all wheel drive.

Simple Question, difficult answer: Quartz, Meteor or Deep Sea Blue. Which is the better color?

BillMTB — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:45:45 GMT

Do any colors have any historical problems? Fading, dulling, chipping etc?

2009 Audi A4 road noise issue.

bigkev — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 02:25:59 GMT

My2009 Audi A4 has done 1600 miles and was a dealer 'demo' car. The car is great except for the tyre noise which is the worst I've ever had, especially on the concrete freeways and at real low speed. Michelin Primacy HP are fitted. Is it the tyres or the car soundproofing? anybody else noticed this? Can't get an answer from the dealer of course, and the tyre guys just say to replace them with the brand they sell. Had the wheels rotated, balanced and aligned and it only made a slight improvement. any advice will be appreciated.
thenks, Kev

Brake problem Audi A4 1995 model.

sarat — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:37:55 GMT

For a new MOT I had all the brake discs and pads replaced. Also the two front ABS sensor rings.

After about 50 miles of running the brakes have started to apply automatically so much so that the car cant even be moved on first gear. If I just leave it the brakes are OK again in the morning but the same thing happens after about 4 miles of running. So I am not able to use the car at all.

What can be the problem.

Thank You . Sarat

My 1992 Audi 100CS has a power steering leak.

dmorrison1 — Tue, 14 Apr 2009 11:37:06 GMT

I don't know where it's coming from, and now it's POURING power steering fluid. I literally have to refill the power steering reservoir EVERY DAY.

Any idea what could have caused this? The car makes a nasty noise when I turn it on, a grinding and "mooing" sound when it has no fluid. I try to keep it filled, but as of today, it's literally "PISSING" out steering fluid all over!

I need to know how much this is going to be to fix, depending on what's wrong, I'm sure. Please help! Thanks.

How do you get mute off of a Audi A6 on the MMI system?

lovemyaudis — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 08:00:14 GMT

The Audi A6 MMI system is in mute mode. The radio is on but no sound. How do you turn the sound back on? IT is an 2006 triptonic quattro A6.

I have an Audi A4 2.8. I am looking for a diagram, breaking down the engine mount parts.

chip55 — Tue, 05 May 2009 22:17:25 GMT

The car was worked on at another garage, and had ball joints replaced. The problem is that now when I take a left turn, and apply throttle, the cooling fan is hitting the shroud.

It appears that the lower cap on the left engine mount is missing, and the mount is not attached to the engine (I can jack the engine up off the mount).

I'm trying to find a parts breakdown, so I can see what's missing.

I have a Audi A4 2.8 I'm looking for a parts breakdown on the engine mount parts.

chip55 — Mon, 11 May 2009 08:21:04 GMT

The complete VIN is WAUDH28D9YA042151. I believe the car is an '00, but could possibly be an '02. I asked this question before, but the question closed, before I could get an answer.

The car was repaired at a garage, and since then has made a grinding noise on left hand turns under acceleration. I found that the left engine mount is not fastened to the engine, and I'm trying to find what parts are missing.

Audi Symphony system SD card. Will it show data, song artist, etc. on display for control?

a4a4 — Sat, 16 May 2009 22:11:33 GMT

When using a SD card on the Audi Symphony system (2009) will playlists, songs, artists and other data display on the MMI screen?

What are the front and back tire pressures on an Audi A4 P reg?

allotmentman — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 14:42:02 GMT

tyres

06 Audi A4 FWD. The car lags when accelerating from a stop. Is this normal?

smoozy75 — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 11:00:33 GMT

2006 Audi A4 2.0T. FWD, Auto trans. 44k miles.

When you step on the gas from a dead stop, there is about a 1/2 second delay before the car starts going. It's really only a concern when you are waiting to pull out and need the car to go immediately or waiting for a gap to turn across traffic. We just purchased this car a few days ago and have never owned an Audi.

Is this normal or should we take it in for service?

99 Audi Quattro A6 Replaced oil pan after running over boulder. Runs well but oil light comes on occasionally.

frankpp — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:57:54 GMT

While driving on mountain road ran over boulder that had fallen on roadway. Car towed for service. Diagnosis indicated oil and tranny pan ruined. After pans replaced along with filters and new oils changed, car ran well, however, oil light and beeper comes on after a few minutes after car starts. Not sure what may be wrong as the car has been driven about 2500 miles since accident. Another service and maintence person indicates problem is "oil starving engine" but I don't feel this diagnosis is accurate since car continues to run well during all this time.
Any comments would be appreciated.

I have a 2000 Audi A6 2.7T with HP2 4-Piston High Performance front brakes. I am tying to get the caliper off.

cgarran — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:55:59 GMT

I have a 2000 Audi A6 2.7T with HP2 4-Piston High Performance Front Brakes. I am tying to get the caliper off to change the front rotors and pads. When trying to get the slider pins off, I removed the caps and than inserted a 7mm hex key to remove the bolts. The 7mm hex key doesn't grip anything as there are just round hole. When I insert a smaller hex key (5.5mm or less) it passes through the hole and also will not catch on anything. Has anyone experienced this and found a way around it? I hope that the bolts are not just missing, but figure they have to be on since the caps were on and the caliper has not fallen off.

I would just take the bracket off that holds the caliper on the car, but there is a break line running directly behind the bolt that I don't want to bend too much. Has anyone encountered this and did you find a good way around it? Any help or idea's would be greatly appreciated.

Brake problems on an Audi A4.

tdw4 — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:42:28 GMT

I have a 1996 Audi a4. The brakes slowly lock up while driving. It's been in the shop 3 times and nobody can figure it out. Does anybody know why this could be happening?