Ask the Car People.SM


Audi A4 Maintenance and Repair

2367 messages,  Last post on May 16, 2013 at 8:34 AM

You are in the Audi A4 Forum.

What is this discussion about? Audi A4, Convertible, Sedan, Wagon

    
Go to NHTSA to file a safety complaint.
Or call Monday-Friday (8 am to 8 pm ET) (888) 327-4236 TTY: (800)424-9153

Messages Page 176 of 237

#1747 of 2367 Re: Serious Engine Problem with 2007 A4 [utahjake] by wayne1984

Feb 26, 2008 (1:15 pm)

Replying to: utahjake (Feb 26, 2008 6:08 am)
jake,
 
Thank you for the response. I already sent out my letters yesterday, one to the exec VP, and one to the attention of the head of their customer service, I really don't expect much response from them, but you never know . . .
 
I contacted a friend who is a lawyer, as well as a service that specializes in Lemon Law, I'm going to hear both of them out, but I think this is probably the way to go.
 
This experience has really soured me on Audi, I really liked the car, but not if this is how you get treated with a major problem. I really thought they'd stand behind their product, boy was I wrong.
 
If I can't get into a new replacement vehicle, I want out of my lease. There are plenty of other great cars out there to choose from.
 
I stopped by the repairing dealership today to clean out my car, they had the entire front end disassembled as well as the engine stripped down to the block. Parts were strewn everywhere. I absolutely don't want it back now. the parts are still on back order, what a joke.
 
I wish you luck with your fight as well, have you made any progress with the lawsuit?
 
Wayne

#1748 of 2367 Re: Serious Engine Problem with 2007 A4 [wayne1984] by utahjake

Feb 27, 2008 (5:46 am)

Replying to: wayne1984 (Feb 26, 2008 1:15 pm)
Wayne,
 
I am even more shocked by your treatment by Audi when I see that you leased the car. I was told that if I was leasing my car, that Audi would have just switched it out but because I am purchasing it, their offer could only be the two car payments. Since you are under a lease, it is actually still their car. This makes your story even worse.
 
The process for the lawsuit is the firm sends a letter and all of the documents and the mediation/arbitration department reviews it and in most cases I am told, makes an offer to settle. If the offer isn't enough, then the lawsuit is filed. I'm told I'm about a week away from hearing any settlement offer.
 
I, too, enjoyed the car. But there are plenty of other cars out there that I'm sure I will enjoy driving.
 
Good luck!
 
Jake

#1749 of 2367 Serious Engine Problem with 2006 A4 by 225hello

Feb 28, 2008 (7:41 pm)

Replying to: utahjake (Feb 07, 2008 9:49 am)
I have had problem after problem with my '06 A4 2.0T quattro with a non-audi extended warranty. I've had an authorized audi mechanic run all my diagnostic tests and twice the computer said it was due to clogged FUEL INJECTORS, they did the service ($385 which was considered wear and tear) and 2 weeks later engine light comes on and ran the test again... now it's an air leak in the INTAKE, another $300 also not covered. I've also had to change the COILS once.
 
On the otherhand, it's handling is great. But the car is for those who don't mind paying $$$ in a few thousand miles. Or maybe I'm one of the 'lucky' and got myself a lemon.
What am I gonna do now??? Im selling this pain in the .... and getting a Nissan 350Z. Good ol' asian import might last me a bit longer.
 
Thank you for listening, I feel much better now

#1750 of 2367 Lights flickering by bigpapaluke

Mar 03, 2008 (2:45 pm)

Hey Everyone,
 
Minor issue to report and wanted to see if anyone else has experienced it. I have an 06 A4 2.0T Quattro 6MT, with adaptive xenon headlights. When I turned on my car Friday night and was leaving dinner, I noticed the headlights were flicking on and off as I was backing out of my parking space. This was really prevelant when I was making a U-turn, keeping in mind the car was only running for about a minute and the temperature was about 50+ degrees. Anyone else experience this minor item? I have my lights set to Auto, so the lights are always setting themselves when the car turns on, so not sure if that is the problem.
 
Thanks,
Luke

#1751 of 2367 Re: Lights flickering [bigpapaluke] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 04, 2008 (8:47 am)

Replying to: bigpapaluke (Mar 03, 2008 2:45 pm)
That's sounds like a headlight relay issue.

#1752 of 2367 Re: Lights flickering [Mr_Shiftright] by bigpapaluke

Mar 04, 2008 (4:58 pm)

Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Mar 04, 2008 8:47 am)
Thanks for your feedback. Does that mean there is a possible problem with the wiring?

#1753 of 2367 Re: Lights flickering [bigpapaluke] by nuclrxn

Mar 07, 2008 (1:15 am)

Replying to: bigpapaluke (Mar 03, 2008 2:45 pm)
Luke,
 
I have an '06 2.0T as well that bought in 2005. I only started having a problem with the flickering headlights after some a-holes stole the adaptive headlights and fogs while I was in a wedding rehearsal. Warning: Stay away from Takoma Park, Maryland!!! The flickering was so sporadic that I couldn't nail down a consistent temperature or speed. It would definitely happen on hard accelerations and abrupt braking. Sometimes the headlamps would lockup--the "dip" warning light would come on as well. The dip light is yellow and looks like a headlight with its beams pointed downwards.
 
It turns out that the wiring harness was muffed up and frayed. Also, some of the other modules weren't working properly because they were damaged during the theft. The repair shop at MileOne didn't replace them when my car was in for repairs. Good job! Trust me, record the flickering with a video camera. That's what I did since Audi refused to believe me and warranty the repair unless they saw the flickering firsthand. Good luck proving that in broad daylight!!!!
 
I had to setup my Canon GL2 in manual mode (shutter speed and aperture set by me) mounted on my sturdy Bogen in the backseat to capture the flicker at night. Oh, DO NOT shut off your car if you start experiencing the problem; the car will reset itself and you might not get it to do it again. Murphy's Law is always against us.
 
I still have the "dip" light issue. Ah, can't win them all. I've gotta get a good extended warranty.
 
NUCLRXN

#1754 of 2367 Re: Lights flickering [bigpapaluke] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 07, 2008 (12:06 pm)

Replying to: bigpapaluke (Mar 04, 2008 4:58 pm)
No, I meant with the relay itself---unless the wire push-ons that attach to the relay are loose. A relay is nothing more than a big switch. So flickering suggests a switch that can't make up its mind to be on or off.

#1755 of 2367 Audi A4 Engine HELP by carsrart

Mar 19, 2008 (1:11 pm)

My son has a 2001 Audi A4 1.8T with 107000 miles(don't worry I didn't buy it for him). While home working on spring break his car has an engine knocking sound much like I was reading on your site before joining it today. He uses Mobil 1 oil every 2000 miles and had the timing belt replaced at 95000. The engine makes the noise when started and at idle and goes away with increased rpms. My trusted mechanic has dropped the oil pan and inspected the screen filter and found 2 small pea size plastic pieces that look like they've been in there for a while. Also found was a very small 1/32 " rod shaped piece of metal. The timing belt looks ok but feels the cam shaft belt tensioner is broken. There was sludge build up. He wants to replace the oil pump and cam shaft tensioner but is unsure if this is the problem. At $ 1300-1500 to fix I want my kid to spend his money wisely. Thanks, proud Dad Any advice is very much appreciated.

#1756 of 2367 Re: Audi A4 Engine HELP [carsrart] by Mr_Shiftright HOST

Mar 21, 2008 (6:01 pm)

Replying to: carsrart (Mar 19, 2008 1:11 pm)
I think the cams run off a chain and yep it sounds like that's what the problem is. These engine are notorious for that, so I think he guess is right. Those sound like tensioner parts to me. The belt tensioner couldn't get into the engine oil---that belt doesn't run in oil, but the cam chain does.

Messages Page 176 of 237

To POST a message, please Sign In.

Advertisement

Browse by Category

Browse by Vehicle
   View All Vehicles

Browse by Board
Browse by Topic
View All Topics

Edmunds Community

Advertisement